“As ever, your
”Hopeful One."
This is intended only as a suggestion; if you can write your letter entirely with pictures, without the aid of words, it will be much better.
There is another method you might employ; take the well-known
Symbols
and compose your missive of these. Such as the dove, meaning peace, gentleness; anchor, hope; ark, refuge; key, explanation; chain, bondage; star, promise; lamb, innocence; scales, justice; horn of plenty, prosperity; heart, love; shepherd’s crook, protection, and hour-glass, time. The list is much longer, but enough has been given to explain the scheme; other designs may be added as needed, but use only those whose significance is well established and commonly understood.
Flower Writing
makes a charming letter, the blossoms being placed in rows according to their meaning as given in the language of flowers. Compose a sentence of white clover, oats, and balm, and it will read:
“I promise (white clover) music (oats) and social intercourse (balm).”[(balm).”]
This might form part of an invitation to your house-party.