My dear and always cherished friend,

How have you been?

I’ve been a bit absent from writing due to work matters. However, I’m reaching out to see if your operation has taken place and, if not, to know that you are doing well.

I wish you had a mobile phone! I imagine our calls would be endless as we teach each other our languages, but I am sure, my dear friend, that I will have the opportunity to visit you at some point.