Informal Letter Example: Catching Up with a Friend
Date: 2023-10-26
To: [Friend's Name]
Subject: Catching Up!
Hey [Friend's Name],
How's it going? It feels like ages since we last properly talked! I just wanted to reach out and see how you're doing.
I've been busy lately with [briefly mention what you've been up to - work, school, hobbies, etc.]. It's been [positive adjective, e.g., hectic/exciting/challenging] but I'm enjoying it.
What about you? What have you been up to? Did you finally get that [mention a specific goal or event your friend mentioned]? I'd love to hear all about it!
I was also thinking about [mention an idea or activity you'd like to do together], maybe we could catch up sometime soon? Let me know if you're free and we can make plans.
Anyway, I hope everything is going well with you. I'd love to hear from you soon!
Best,
[Your Name]
Important Notes:
- Keep it light and conversational. Informal letters are about casual communication, so avoid overly formal language and structure.
- Focus on personal experiences and shared interests. Share anecdotes, ask questions about your friend's life, and build a connection.
- Use contractions and informal expressions. Feel free to use phrases like "What's up?", "How've you been?", "It's been a while", etc.
- End with a friendly closing. Instead of "Sincerely", opt for "Best", "Cheers", "Love", etc.
- Proofread carefully! Even informal letters should be free of spelling and grammatical errors.
