Signal you're ending the letter in the final paragraph. In the last paragraph, wrap up the letter. With an informal letter, that mainly means writing something about how you'd like them to write back or how you hope to visit.[1] X Research source Add something like "Thanks for writing. I hope to see you soon." Summarize anything you want your friend to remember. The final paragraph is a good place to repeat any important information. That way, it's fresh on their mind as they finish reading your letter. For instance, you might write, "Remember, we'll be there on Saturday at 8 a.m. sharp. Be dressed to impress!" Try to end on a positive note. People like to here something good at the end. It will leave them feeling glad they read your letter! Of course, if you're giving them bad news in the letter, it may not be appropriate to end it with a cheering note at the end, so use your best judgment.[2] X Research source For instance, you could say something like, "I plan to come soon for a visit. I can't wait to see you!" Use a simple "Love" for a close friend. This closing is a classic one, and it usually won't stand out. It will just let the other person you're thinking of them with

love.[3] X Research source You can also use "With love" or "Love always" for a few variations. Try "Affectionately" or "Fondly" for a good friend. If you're not comfortable using "Love" with a friend, these closings can convey affection, too. They tell the other person that you are glad they're your friend.[4] X Research source You could also use "Hugs" or "Yours." Choose "As Always" or "Kind Regards" for an acquaintance. If you're friendly with the person but not close friends, you may not want to use "Love" or even "Affectionately." "As always" and "Kind regards" are friendly without being too informal.[5] X Research source Other options include "As ever" or "Warm regards." "Until next time" would also work well. Try "See you soon" if you will be with your friend in person soon. This closing is simple and direct, and it helps end on a positive note. You're showing them that you're looking forward to visiting them.[6] X Research source You could also say "See you shortly" or "See you on Sunday!" Pick "Gratefully" if you're thanking your friend for something. Sometimes, you may also be thanking the person on your letter. In that case, ending with "Gratefully" may be appropriate.[7]

X Research source You could also do "Thankfully yours" or "Gratefully yours" Choose "Later Gator" for something silly. Silly can be fun sometimes! If you're friend would appreciate it, there's no reason not to close a letter with something a little silly.[8] X Research source You could also use "Later Vader," "Only you can prevent forest fires," "Confusion to our enemies," "Yours till pigs fly," "Stay tuned," or "After awhile crocodile." Let your friend know you're thinking about them with "Take care." If you're concerned about your friend, this closing lets them know you want them to be good to themselves.[9] X Research source You could also use "Take it easy" or "Take care of yourself." "Kind thoughts" would also work here. Wish your friend well with "Have a nice day." By ending with this closing, you're encouraging your friend to enjoy themselves. That's never a bad way to end a letter![10] X Research source You could also use "Have a great weekend!" Write "Enjoy" if you're including a recipe or gift. Maybe you slipped in a bookmark, a gift card, or some other small gift. "Enjoy" tells the other person that you hope they like your gift and will have fun with it.[11] X Research

source Use "Stay as you are" to show you like the person as they are. This closing is a sweet way to say how much you like your friend. They are great and don't need to change![12] X Research source While not directive, you could also use "You're amazing" or "You're awesome." Pick "Be safe" if you're worried about the person. Maybe your friend is traveling or they are on their own a lot. This closing lets them know you worry about their safety, and you want them to watch out for themselves.[13] X Research source You could also use "Stay safe" or "Watch out for yourself." Use a comma after your closing. With any closing, you'll usually include a comma directly after it. If it's something emphatic, you can use an exclamation point instead.[14] X Research source For instance, you would write your closing like one of the following examples: Love, Stay safe, Affectionately, Stay as you are! Sign your name after skipping a line. Leave a blank line between the closing and your signature. Since you're sending it to a friend, just your first name is usually fine for a signature.[15] X Research source You can also use a nickname if the person usually calls you by it. Add a postscript if you

forgot something in your letter. Postscripts, indicated by a "P.S" after your signature, were originally a way to include something in a handwritten letter that you'd forgotten. You can't just go back and add something because there's no space. However, they're even used in typed letters and emails nowadays, as a way to add a little fact or fun directive.[16] X Research source For example, you might write, "P.S. You'd better write me back goofball!" if your friend isn't great about sending mail back. Alternatively, you could try, "P.S. I hope this letter gets there before I do!"