I usually don’t pass along “these kinds” of emails, but due to its heartfelt sincerity, I felt compelled:
Dear Friends,
I am throwing a birthday party for ME, I would like you to buy ME these. Our friendship depends on it. Be a (wo)man of your word.
Regards,
I hope you can find it in your heart and wallet to grant this humble, kind, generous, tolerant boy all of his birthday wishes. God Bless
