Notes

dear [friend's name], i hope this letter finds you well. i am writing to you today with a heavy heart, burdened by the realization that i have let you down during a time when you needed me the most. i want to sincerely apologize for my actions, or rather, lack thereof, in not being there for you when you were struggling. i want you to know that i see and acknowledge the pain you are going through. i understand that life can be overwhelming at times, and it is during these moments that we need our friends the most. however, i failed to provide you with the support and comfort you needed, and for that, i am truly sorry. please understand that my absence was never a reflection of my lack of care or concern for you. it was a result of my own shortcomings and negligence. i allowed myself to become consumed by my own circumstances, and in doing so, i lost sight of the importance of being there for you. i want to assure you that this will not happen again. i have realized the gravity of my mistake and the impact it has had on you. from this moment forward, i promise to be more present and attentive in your life. i will make a conscious effort to reach out to you regularly, to check in on your well-being, and to offer a listening ear whenever you need it. friendship is about being there for each other through the ups and downs, and i failed to uphold my end of the bargain. i deeply regret the pain i may have caused you, and i am committed to making amends and rebuilding the trust that may have been shaken. please know that you can rely on me, not just during difficult times, but also in the everyday moments of life. i am here to support you, to lend a helping hand, and to be the friend you deserve. once again, i apologize for my actions and any distress they may have caused you. i hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me and give me the opportunity to make things right. our friendship means the world to me, and i am determined to be the friend you need and deserve. with deepest regret and a renewed commitment, [your name]