You have not seen a close friend for a very long time. You also still have a few of your friend’s belongings that were left at your house the last time she visited. In your letter include: Why you are writing What you’ve been doing since you last spoke together Apologize for still having the items and ask how you can return them

Dear Abby, How are you doing? It's been a long time and we haven't met each other. I'm writing to you to remind you that I have some books that you've given to me for some time but I wasn't able to return
after
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I finished reading them. After 3 months
of
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our
last
meet up
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, a lot of changes happened in my life. I moved to a new
house
in Brampton City which is bigger than my previous
house
. In my new
house
, a big backyard and the
drive-way
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are the most amazing things. We are arranging a
house-warming
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party on 25th July when the
house
will be completely renovated. I am inviting you in advance but I will visit you soon to hand
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a
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invitation card. The books you've offered me to read are still at my
house
and I've kept them with great care. But, I am planning to come
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your
house
this
weekend to return all your belongings. Let me know if it works for you. I am very keen to meet you soon. Take care, Kiran
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task achievement
To achieve a full response, provide a bit more detail on what you've been doing since you last spoke. For instance, you can mention any key events or activities.
coherence cohesion
Ensure each paragraph has a clear single idea. While the content is well-organized, avoid combining multiple actions in one paragraph to enhance clarity.
task achievement
The letter has a warm and friendly tone, which is suitable for writing to a close friend.
coherence cohesion
The greeting and closing statements are very appropriate and natural.
coherence cohesion
The overall structure of the letter is logical and easy to follow.

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