It took me a while to realize that friendship is a simple thing, it goes and it comes... and that's OK.

Some relationships last forever, while others seem to be a phase, even if you don't know it at the time. Whether you have a falling out with your best friend, or you just move on to better friends and better relationships, that is OK.

I used to think it was the end of the world, growing apart from someone or friendships coming to a close, but in reality, it's just a sign of growth and maturing.

Working too hard to mend friendships that just aren't meant to last any longer is not worth your time and effort, and at a certain point, you just have to let it go, cherish the memories you did have, and move on.

Friendship is a funny thing — as we get older, it almost becomes harder. As you become more selective about the people you surround yourself with, you find yourself having only a small group of "close" friends.

As we develop interests, hobbies, values and beliefs we search for those that share these things, which can be perplexing when you can't seem to find what you're looking for.

Moving on to college from high school, some friendships are maintained, while others fade. This can be heartbreaking, but it's not possible to maintain all the same friends from your past. As you change and grow up, so will your friends and your taste in friends.

What I've learned is moving on and making new friends is for the best. Embrace anybody who comes into your life with positivity and eagerness... maybe they'll stick around for a while.