I agree. This can be used for people we have lost in a variety of ways. I had a client whose relative had mistreated her. The relative refused to discuss the situation. Instead, I suggested she act out what she would want to say to that relative and how she would wish that person could respond. It can be very healing.
What's interesting is that, for some people, it is better out loud like me and my candle and you and your tape recorder, but for others, the written word can be more healing. What helps is very personal. Some people get better results literally acting it all out with a therapist or trusted friend. This is more in the case where there is a serious issue than when you just need some simple closure with a departed loved one.
you're right - i bet my husband would rather write it out slowly.
me? I have verbal diarrhea LOLOL