Do I say it in person or write a letter to them?

You're bold and know what you want to do. Dilly-Dallies annoy you immensely and you prefer to be outgoing instead of shy and timid.

Think of the things that you love about them (e.g. their kindness, their cleverness, their smile), and list those. Another idea is to just say "Do I need I a...

Maybe getting them to like you isn't what you should be aiming for. Perhaps getting them to appreciate you and your devotion to them (in a non-creepy way) is better....

Dear Mom/mother (whichever you prefer), Thank you for all of your support and guidance. I couldn't have asked for more from you, for all you've done. Merry Christmas and a...

Unless the letter contains personal information, it is appropriate to let others read it, as a Christmas letter is an extended form of a Christmas card.

A persuasive letter can be written in the same format as a persuasive essay, but with an address at the beginning and a personal closing. It may also be shorter...

Do a little digging and try to figure out who you should send the cover letter to—you can do this by heading to company's website or do some research on...

You could write either "Cordialmente" or "Atentamente." See Part 3 above on closing your letter.

There are probably a lot of things you shouldn't say, but some basics to avoid are getting too personal too fast, asking them personal questions, or just coming on too...

Perhaps you could keep two diaries - one to write down your deepest feelings and keep to yourself, and another to write about other things you don't mind sharing with...