In Altoona Right Now
Dear  [Carrie],
Hi there. I’m here in Altoona, and will be returning to Philly on July 14th, thus my delayed response in getting back to you. Further, I didn’t want to make either you or Steve feel uncomfortable by calling. [Steve is her boyfriend.]
All is well here. No, no girlfriend yet. Was talking to [Vee] for a bit, but that has ended once again. Will tell you more about it the next time we talk live.
Work is going well. Lots of changes there too. I’ve lost almost 30 pounds since you last saw me. I hope you’re doing well. [Our Philly friends] are all doing well.
Well, take care, and I’ll talk to you soon. Perhaps I’ll try and call you this week.
Later.
Tom