[header] How to surprise your girlfriend [title] Write a love letter. [step] As convenient as e-mail and text messaging is, hand-written love letters are far more sentimental. Letters are often more romantic and thoughtful. 
If you feel awkward saying these words out loud, your girlfriend will appreciate hearing them on paper. [substeps] If you wear a certain type of cologne, add a spritz to the paper before you mail the letter.