Hey, something reminded me of you—had to say hi.
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When You Want To Text First messages in a Warm tone
Here are 13+ curated message examples for when you want to text first in a warm tone.
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Hey—feel like catching up sometime?
Hey—just wanted to say I appreciate you.
Hey—it’s been a while, figured I’d reach out.
Hey—was thinking about you and wanted to reach out.
Hey—figured I’d stop waiting and just text you.
Hey—something made me think of you earlier.
Hey—open to catching up sometime?
Hey, you crossed my mind—how’ve you been?
Hey—it’s been a bit, just wanted to say hi.
Hey—meant to text you earlier, how’ve you been?
Hey—quick question for you when you’re free.
Hey—how’s everything going?