Friends
Dear Jeffrey, Thank you for being my friend for all these years. Your support, affection and caring have made my life better. I never dreamed when we met in graduate school that I would be able to share so many years of fun, laughter and tears along with so much good food and conversation with you. You definitely have made my life better and richer, and knowing you has been a real blessing....
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Sample personal love letters to your spouse, partner, wife or husband. Letter #1: Darling, On this special day, I wanted to let you know how much you mean to me. You have been the one person who has been there for me through all the good and bad times. Thank you for being my one true love and making my life so wonderful. With all my love, Letter #2: Dearest, How can I ever adequately express my...
Read MoreDeclining
Declining a gift is a delicate task, but at times a refusal may be necessary. Company policy may forbid gifts that could be valued at more than a very few dollars; a gift from a near stranger may be expensive; a gift may be a duplicate and of no use to you, but of value to the giver; you may feel your position could be compromised; or public opinion may be opposed to your accepting gifts....
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A reprimand should include constructive criticism, and constructive criticism starts with a compliment. Show appreciation for some part of the other person’s work that has been good or for some event he or she has participated in. A phrase like, “We appreciate your willing attitude,” or “You have been with us a good many years,” lets the person know that he or she...
Read MoreRecommendations
In a letter recommending one person to another, mention two or three points of strength. The person you are recommending should have more than one good quality, but if too many are listed, the authority of the letter is diminished. Statements should be specific. Rather than saying, “Joan has a good attendance record,” say, “Jess was absent only four days during the three years...
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What is nicer to receive than a compliment? Not too many things, because everyone appreciates praise. A pat on the back can make new friends, cement old relationships, win admiration, and, furthermore, can be a powerful influence in making day-to-day relationships more pleasant and rewarding. Sincerity must be at the heart of every compliment to make it acceptable to the other person as truth. ...
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