Prepared by: Alcantara, Maristela Elisa S. Rodrigo, Eimelen Dave DG. LETTER OF GRATITUDE OR APPRECIATION
GRATITUDE THE QUALITY OF BEING THANKFUL; READINESS TO SHOW APPRECIATION FOR AND TO RETURN KINDNESS. SYNONYMS: GRATEFULNESS THANKFULLNESS
A LETTER OF THANKS OR THANK YOU LETTER IS A LETTER THAT IS USED WHEN ONE PERSON/ PARTY WISHES TO EXPRESS APPRECIATION TO ANOTHER. SHOULD BE WRITTEN: AS A STANDARD BUSINESS LETTER PERSONAL LETTER NOT NORMALLY EXCEED ONE PAGE. LETTER OF GRATITUDE/ APRRECIATION
Open with a salutation -- Begin your thank you letter by addressing the person in the way that feels most natural. “Dearest ___,” “Hi, ___,” “My friend,” “To my favorite, ____” HOW TO WRITE
2. Express your gratitude sincerely. Thank you notes are usually short to the point, so start by thanking the person right away. Examples: “Thank you so much for the darling pair of leggings you gave to Leigh!” “You are such a dear for coming to my opening night.” “I am very grateful for your assistance with the senior project this semester.” “Without you, I wouldn't be the student, or person, that I am today.”
3. Let them know why their specific gifts is cherished. Even if you don't absolutely love the gift, think about the trouble and expense the person went to for your benefit. Try to be honest and sincere. 4. Inquire after the other person or share a little news. It's nice to write another few lines that show you care about the person. Ask some questions, and share information about your life
5. Let them know you appreciate them one last time. To wrap things up nicely, let them know how much you appreciate their friendship and love. Just thank them for being them. 6. Close the letter. Think about the nature of your relationship and choose the closing that seems most appropriate.