Hi Mort,

I hope this email finds you in good health and spirit.

Although leading a productive life has kept me busy, there have been a few times where I find myself waking up at 3 am. Its my subconscious mind pondering and bringing memories that are not pleasant.

I know there were things I said and did that were not so nice, and I take responsibility for my actions. While I understand you were probably taken aback, hurt or upset by the things I did and said, I also know there were things that you said and did that weren’t very mature and were in fact hurtful. However, our mistakes don’t define us and we are two people who are still growing and learning and there should be room for mistakes and even better, room for improvement on both sides.

The past is the past and we cannot change how things ended. Nonetheless, its important for me to let you know that you were deeply appreciated in my life. I know I’ve told you this many times in the past via texts, emails, and in person, and its true. I am grateful that I had such a great support system and a great mentor. Everything you did for me, the way you pushed and encouraged me—those are things I will never forget and appreciate more than you know. I’ve realized that I am capable of accomplishing so much more than I ever thought I could and that is an amazing feeling.