I also eat when I'm bored or lonely. But I'm trying to stop that habit. Emotional eating is an unhealthy way to deal with boredom or loneliness. Plus it's one way to gain unwanted weight. Just saying....
Sheila
I love letters! My boyfriend and I write to each other sometimes just because and you're right, it's very therapeutic for some reason. :)
Leanna
I recommend writing a letter to the person you miss, even if they're never going to get it. It's helped me SO much.