Your friend invited you to his/her birthday party, but you are unable to attend. Write a letter apologizing for your absence. In your letter: • State why you cannot go • Explain your reason for not contacting your friend sooner • Suggest another time to meet.

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Dear Maninder, I hope
this
letter finds you in radiant health and the best of spirits. I am writing
this
letter to apologize for my inability to attend your birthday ceremony. I could not come, because my father was hospitalised.
Last
week, he had chest pain and we got his Angiography done, which showed that two of his heart arteries are blocked.
Therefore
,
doctor
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the doctor
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performed an Angioplasty procedure on him, and I was
along side
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him in the hospital to look after him. I was too occupied and had to manage many chores during those days.
Besides
, my father's care, I was dealing with my studies too, because of all these reasons I could not call to wish you. As if now my father is fine and he is at home.
Hence
, I was wondering
it
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if it
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would be great
,
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if we could meet over a coffee on coming weekend, which would
gives
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us an opportunity to spend some quality time together. I hope you will like
this
plan and I am looking forward to hearing from you. Yours lovingly, Jatinder.
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task achievement
Consider providing more detail about your friend's birthday party in your opening paragraph to further establish context.
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Make sure each paragraph has a singular focus to enhance clarity.
task achievement
The letter maintains a warm and apologetic tone, which is suitable for a personal letter.
coherence cohesion
The letter is well-organized with a clear progression of ideas.
coherence cohesion
The greeting and closing are very effectively and appropriately used given the context of a personal letter.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • apologize for
  • unfortunately
  • due to
  • prior commitment
  • unforeseen circumstances
  • sincerely sorry
  • inform you earlier
  • propose
  • alternative arrangement
  • catch up
  • value our friendship
  • hope you have a fantastic time
  • regret
  • delighted
  • reschedule
  • appreciate your understanding
  • busy schedule
  • looking forward to
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