"this was apparently a error on my end and i have ... " (more) resubmitted the recipe to the winner with a second recipe.. but due to the wait because of medical reasons, this was not fair to the winner and she should have her credit returned. trying to do the fair thing and i am sorry for the mix-up."
"I appreciate sherry's bid, i am glad that we ... " (more) got a chance to work together, and i am going to fan her, because she seems very nice. i hope she enjoys the recipes."