<p>Honestly, if your grades only dropped in one class, it might sound like an excuse. That being said, if you formulate what you tell them as more of a statement than an appeal (don’t apologize and ask them to glaze over it - rather, tell them what went on with a ‘take it or leave it’ attitude) then I think it might be ok.</p>
<p>People have dealt with much worse, but just because your troubles weren’t extraordinary doesn’t mean you can’t address them.</p>