A friend has invited you to a birthday party, but you will be unable to attend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Thank your friend for the invitation Explain why you won’t be able to attend Suggest another time to see your friend.

Dear Phoenix, I just received your invitation letter to your
birthday
party
. Thank you for inviting me. Turning 40 years old is an important milestone in life.
Therefore
, I am incredibly happy
when
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that
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you want me to celebrate
this
special occasion with you. Unfortunately, I am afraid that I cannot attend your
birthday
party
. My brother
gets
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is getting
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married and he will
celerbrate
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celebrate
his wedding
party
on the same day
with
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as
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yours.
This
is an important family event so I cannot be absent.
However
, I am eager to catch up and spend some time with you. Given that I won't be able to attend your
party
, how about if we plan a get-together at a later date? We can
grap
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grab
coffee, have
a
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lunch or simply spend some quality time together and have your
birthday
party
in our own way. I am flexible with my schedule and am committed to finding a time which works for both of us. Once again, thank you for inviting me to your
birthday
party
. I hope you will have a fantastic celebration filled with joy and wonderful memories. Lots of love, Lana
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