I can't believe I missed this thread all this time. I would have backed up the others who said re-send the letter, which I'm pleased you did, so don't feel discouraged about the lack of reply Snowth.
We don't always get what we would like to have in our lives, but isn't it far better to have tried without success than to not have made any effort at all?
And don't brood over unfulfilled hope for too long. Pick yourself up and try pursuing a brand new goal. Perhaps this time you shall succeed, whatever it is
Sage advice from Father Marty