GUIDELINES

  1. The letter informs about your current whereabouts. It details about the plans of your family members. It includes different names you would want to use and your location. But that does not mean you should convey all the details. Your family members will always have the right to protect their private information. You could choose to send some seasonal greetings with this announcement. It would help in adding some softness to the message.
  2. Inform the reader that you have divorced.
  3. If you wish to explain the reason for your divorce, you could do so.
  4. Inform the reader that you would wish to continue your relationship with them. Detail about your current position.

SAMPLE LETTER

[Senders Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Letter Date]

[Recipients Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Subject: Normally bold, summarizes the intention of the letter] -Optional-


Dear [Recipients Name],

It is with a lot of regrets that I must inform you that Claire and I have separated. The divorce will be finalized in the next couple of months. We know that this will be upsetting for our friends, and we know that the decision, though a difficult one, is for the best for all of the family. Claire will live with the boys in an apartment near to her work and the children's school. The address of the apartment is -

778 Redwood Drive, York, New England 54223. I will remain at the old address.

I have always thought of you as my closest friend and so thought that it was only right to let you know as soon as I could. It is not going to be easy for anyone, but everyone is slowly coming to terms with the changes. I would like it if we could stay friends in the years ahead.

Sincerely,

[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-

[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -

Sample letter announcing a divorce to friends.

Further things to consider when writing announcement letters to friends

Further things to consider when writing announcement letters to friends

Announcement Letters

Announcement letters are letters that notify or give information about a certain occasion, special event, or occurrence that people are required to be aware of. They could be for a concert, a special sale, or even a graduation party. Announcement letters are usually informal and state clearly and concisely what the event/occasion is and what further actions the recipient should take. Announcement letters can be used in many personal and business situations. In personal situations these letters may be used, for instance, to announce a birthday, death, wedding, or graduation. In the business world, such letters may be used to announce a new policy, change in management, financial summaries for investors, grand sale, or actions against a customer due to nonpayment.

Announcement letters should be written in a straightforward manner stating all the necessary facts. Clearly state why you feel the occasion is important. If you are delivering bad news, be optimistic for the future. Bold and highlight the points that need focus so that the content is clear to the reader. Add any information which you think your reader might want to know and do not miss out any important detail. End the letter on a positive note.

Letters to Friends

Letters to friends are letters you write to people with whom you have a bond of mutual affection. These letters are like conversations and can be just about anything. They could be thank-you letters to thank your friends, congratulation letters to congratulate them, apology letters to say sorry, condolence letters to comfort the bereaved, etc. You could also write to your friends to share general information such as school and family news, what has been happening in your town, or just tell funny stories. Letters are special and show the other person that you are thinking about him/her. The recipient can keep the letters for years and read them over and over again.

Letters to friends are personal and are usually addressed to specific individuals. Since the recipient is a person with whom you have a close relationship, the salutation is more personal and less formal. Greet the recipient warmly and proceed to stating the reason for your letter. Share some information about yourself. Maintain a polite and friendly tone. End your letter on a note of anticipation to seeing the recipient soon or reading from him/her. You can also add a postscript for something you forgot to say.

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