Dear emma, i'm writing (1) (invite) you to my birthday party next saturday. as you know, i'll be sixteen, so this is going to be a very special occasion for me. i’ve invited almost all of my friends and i ready hope they'll all be able (2) (come). could i (3) (ask) you (4) (help) me with the preparations, though? i would like (5) (decorate) the house with white and pink flowers, but i'm afraid i won't (6) (have) time to do everything by myself. i've also decided (7) (make) my own cake and i'll certainly need your help with that! please write back soon and let me (8) (know) if you can make it. best wishes, sandra

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Dear Sandra,

Thank you for inviting me to your birthday party next Saturday. I'm excited to celebrate your special occasion as you turn sixteen. It sounds like a fun event with almost all of your friends attending. I will definitely try my best to come.

In regards to your request for help with the preparations, I would be glad to assist you. Let's start with the decoration plan. You mentioned wanting to decorate the house with white and pink flowers. That's a lovely idea! Here's a step-by-step guide to help you:

1. Make a list of the areas in your house where you would like to place the flowers. This way, we can plan exactly how many flowers you will need.

2. Measure the spaces where the flowers will be placed, including tables, windowsills, or any other spots you have in mind.

3. Based on the measurements, estimate the number of flower arrangements you will need. It's always good to have a few extra in case some get damaged or if you want to add more decorations to different areas.

4. Visit a local flower shop or garden to select the flowers. You can choose a combination of white and pink flowers that you like. Consider flowers that are in season, as they will be more fresh and budget-friendly.

5. Once you have the flowers, carefully arrange them in vases or containers. If needed, you can use floral foam or small stones to secure the flowers in place.

Moving on to the cake, it's great that you want to make your own. Here's a step-by-step process to make a delicious homemade cake:

1. Decide on the type of cake you want to make, such as chocolate, vanilla, or a combination. Choose a recipe that suits your taste.

2. Make a list of the ingredients needed for the cake. This usually includes flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and flavorings. Check if you have all the ingredients available, and if not, make sure to buy them before we start baking.

3. Preheat the oven to the temperature specified in the recipe.

4. Follow the recipe instructions to mix the ingredients together. It's important to follow the steps precisely to ensure the cake turns out well.

5. Grease the cake pans and pour the batter evenly into them. Place the pans in the preheated oven and set the timer according to the baking time mentioned in the recipe.

6. While the cake is baking, you can prepare the frosting or icing. Again, choose a recipe that you like and gather the necessary ingredients.

7. Once the cakes are done baking, let them cool completely on a wire rack before removing them from the pans. This will prevent them from breaking.

8. Now comes the fun part – decorating the cake! Apply the frosting or icing using a spatula or piping bag. You can also add some additional decorations like sprinkles or edible flowers if you wish.

Finally, please let me know if you have any preferences or specific requirements for the decorations and the cake. If there are any other tasks you need help with, feel free to ask. I'm here to assist you in making your birthday celebration a memorable one.

I will write back to you soon to confirm my attendance. Thank you again for inviting me.

Best wishes,
Emma