Dear ___________

How are you? I know I rarely write you, but I could use your help. Unfortunately, my financial situation is not as flourishing as it once was. It's not my fault, really: if it weren't for the (Check any/all that apply)

() Tornado/hurricane damages

() Gambling debts

() Credit card charges

() Thieves

() Cost of college

() Cost of children

() Shopping

() Exorbitant independent film investment

() Health insurance costs

() Obsessive-compulsive buying habits

() Lack of a job

() Other:________________

I wouldn't have to ask you for anything. However, the above event(s) have wiped me out. Can you please send $__________. I promise, I will try to pay you back: (Check any that apply)

() within a month

() within a year

() within five years

() eventually

Thanks so much!

Sincerely,