Dear Magdalena,
I know I have no right to write to you, not after all of this time but I cannot live with this decision any longer.  I need my sister in my life, and although our parents may not approve I would risk their ire to be able to talk to my sister once again.  I am only ashamed that it has taken me this long to find the courage to write this letter and try to make amends . 

I will understand if you choose not to reply, it would be the least my cowardice deserves.  Know that there will never be a time when I do not welcome a letter from you. 

With all my love and my sincerest apologies

Your sister
Madeleine

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