People enter different phases and stages of their life. Each time there is a possibility of meeting new people who may in time be called friend. However, over time friends, much like phases, can transition out of your life. People may grow apart or have a falling out but sometimes a person may become so unrecognizable it is hard to remember what is that sparked the friendship to begin with. It may be hard to believe that at one point in time a friendship existed because the individuals seem so distant from one another in social situations. It is sad but possible, and sometimes it is necessary to just say good-bye.
Dear Friend,
The first day I met you, I couldn’t help but smile. You were a friend of a friend and I didn’t know you very well. You teased me and I play-punched you. Later, on my friends asked how long we had known each other and I had to confess I had just met you. I quickly came to think of you as one of my good friends.
I loved your hugs. They brought great comfort. I loved talking to you. You had so much to say and I always wanted to listen. I loved all the time we spent with each other. We had a lot of fun. I’m not entirely sure what happened and I don’t really understand it, but I do know we’re no longer friends. Maybe I said something that hurt you and maybe you did something that hurt me. Possibly vice versa. Maybe we just had a misunderstanding, or maybe life just got in the way, but I know that when I see you, I no longer smile.
We don’t talk every day or hang out. We don’t even really acknowledge each other. We’ve both changed in the past year, but I just don’t recognize you anymore. I think we should at least say hi or smile at one another. We were friends at some point, so just because we no longer are does not mean we must hate one another. When we speak, it only serves to hurt the other and we can’t seem to come to a civil standing. So, I’m afraid it’s time to say good-bye to a friendship that most likely will not be revived. I’m going to miss the person you were, but I will always remember you as one of my closest friends.
Sincerely,
Someone who was once your friend
People will enter your life and they may leave. I don’t believe anyone should regret any type of friendship. People enter your life when you need them the most. If they leave, maybe it’s because they no longer serve a purpose or enrich your life the way they should. Friends lost are not to be forgotten, for at one point in time you could not picture your life without them being part of it somehow. Remember the great times you share with people because they may be temporary, so hold on to those good memories, and they’ll get you through the falling out. Losing a friend is never easy to understand because sometimes there really just isn’t a reason. Never take anyone for granted. One day you may blink and find they’re no longer the person you once knew. Ask yourself, “Did I trigger the change?” Keep in mind every story has two sides.
