My Bad—But Can You Ever Truly Forgive Me for That Ridiculous Incident?

Dear [Name],

Subject Line: “My Bad—But Can You Ever Truly Forgive Me for That Ridiculous Incident?”

I owe you the biggest apology for my, uh, mishap at last week’s family dinner. I realize now that challenging you to a “chicken nugget-eating contest” was a terrible idea—especially when I tried to declare myself the winner before even finishing my plate. I deeply regret my actions, and I completely understand if you need some time to heal from the trauma of that moment.

But seriously, I’m sorry for making such a spectacle. I promise I’ll work on my competitive eating habits (and perhaps stick to board games in the future). I hope we can move past this and share a laugh about it in a few years.

Love,
[Your Name]