Salutations

The letter that never arrived. The letter that arrived but after 
its intended recipient moved. The letter that you folded in half 
and slipped into a book. The letter which let fall a powder 
like sugar from its folds. The letter, burned over a candle flame, 
which turned its letters into ash. The letter which told me what I 
wanted to know, and what I didn't. The letter, being that which I will 
never now unsee. The letter which gave you the courage for words 
you could never otherwise say. Dear, most letters begin. To whom 
it may concern. Being a way to open or break open, break in or down.

Dearly beloved,
our deepest regrets.
Cordially yours.