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writes:So I sent a text to a coworker friend who is also kind of my indirect supervisor calling her out and saying some not so nice things out of anger that I work with and actually value and enjoy their friendship. It is almost vital we get along at work due to our responsibilitiesI realized she did receive the text but didn't read it. So I wanted to apologize and take it back. I called to talk and apologize and the person responded via text like I see you called and I will be out of town for the weekend and could call me back Monday. Well it was bothering me so I asked if they had read it and seen it. Well me pointing it out caused them to see and view it. I tried to explain on and on via text kind of repeating some info in there. I just looked like a jerk and shared how I was upset and mad but no longer feeling that way. I could see it was read, but they never responded. I worry it will be awkward and bad between us.So my question is, since I already tried to explain it over text if I should expect a phone call Monday or should I call her....or maybe try to talk in person? I thought about seeing if she would like to discuss it over lunch maybe my treat to help prepare the relationship? Or should I just leave it/her alone for now and wait and see if she reaches out?...
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reader, anonymous, writes (31 May 2023): The least you can do is buy lunch, but isnt much. I think it will take alot more. You shot yourself in the foot.
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reader, anonymous, writes (30 May 2023): A simple apology would do. Don't make a mountain out of a molehill.
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reader, Youcannotbeserious  +, writes (29 May 2023):
 You were the one to mess up, so you should be the one to reach out. I think offering to treat your co-worker to lunch would be a nice gesture. Admit you were an idiot, sending the text, and ask HER how you can both move forward from this.
Lesson for the future: sleep on it before doing/sending/saying it.
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reader, Youcannotbeserious +, writes (29 May 2023):
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