I accept your apology, though it is not one I deserve.
I believe I misspoke first, and then continued to do so after misunderstanding your intent.
Your words were misplaced, though that was through no fault of your own. I have learned that in many cultures it is normal for young women to ask such questions during or after weddings, and so it would not be seen as inappropriate to most.
What would be seen as inappropriate regardless of culture is how I spoke to you, and how I responded to what you asked. My own feelings, understandings, and dubious sobriety are no excuse.
You were my guest, and I was a poor host. The fault is not yours, but mine.
He does deserve to make his own choices. However, I am also allowed to make my own choices.
It is when choices come into conflict that navigating them appropriately becomes difficult, and that is something I am working to improve upon.
backdated to the 17th
I hope you are well.
I accept your apology, though it is not one I deserve.
I believe I misspoke first, and then continued to do so after misunderstanding your intent.
Your words were misplaced, though that was through no fault of your own. I have learned that in many cultures it is normal for young women to ask such questions during or after weddings, and so it would not be seen as inappropriate to most.
What would be seen as inappropriate regardless of culture is how I spoke to you, and how I responded to what you asked. My own feelings, understandings, and dubious sobriety are no excuse.
You were my guest, and I was a poor host. The fault is not yours, but mine.
He does deserve to make his own choices. However, I am also allowed to make my own choices.
It is when choices come into conflict that navigating them appropriately becomes difficult, and that is something I am working to improve upon.