Epistolary, Letter 1

Chief, Branch Manager
HSBC New Delhi
Room 619
21, Utkarsh
New Delhi, India 466161

August 08, 2009

Randy O’Dolihan
1025 Main St
Algona, IA 1228

Dear Mr. O’Dolihan;
I am a banker that works for HSBC in New Delhi, India. I recently saw your flyer that you were looking for a pen pal looking to talk via letters. I would prefer chatting over the Internet but I can handle this.

Let me tell you about my self. My name is Raviv Shrandapula Rachi. I have grey hair and, unfortunately, balding. I am married to a beautiful woman named Shrashi Shermala Rachi. We, together, have 3 children. They are all girls. So as you see by now, women surround my whole life. This is in fact the reason I wanted to chat with you. I am in need of some man-to-man talking.

I was born into a rich family, which is not that typical in my country. My father was a lucky and excellent banker, while my mother was working as a lawyer. When I turned 15 I discovered I had a passion for math and money. I attended The University of New Delhi because my parents didn’t want me far away from home. I studied business and economics for 5 years and then my father offered me a job under his wing.

About ½ a year ago I quit my job and studied computer technology. Since now I have been attending NDIT (New Delhi IT).

Mr. O’Dolihan, I am in need of advice and just regular talking. I cannot say what I want to my wife so I have been trying to find friends. I thought I was done for until I found your flyer that you posted. It’s incredible that I’m all the way in India and I managed to find your flyer that you posted! I just want to let you know that if you get this letter please respond and we can talk about everyday life and share advice.

Sincerely,

Signature

Raviv Shrandapula Rachi

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