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An Open Letter To The Friend That Was Never There

I was wondering if after all these years you thought of me.

Paige Callahan
Jan 17, 2016
Gonzaga University
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An Open Letter To The Friend That Was Never There

To the Friend That Was Never There,

You may be wondering why I'm reaching out after all of these years. Well, I would just like to say thank you for never being there. Thank you for ditching me for some party.

Thank you for only reaching out to me because someone better was busy. Thank you for not being there when things in my life fell apart. Thank you for the countless times you never asked me if I was OK.

Thank you for making me a stronger person. Because you were never around, I learned how to be comfortable being by myself. I found my love for dancing in my pajamas to an audience of one. Because you ditched me for a party, I read so many books you said were boring.

Because I was always second best, I know how awesome it feels when someone wants to hang out with you just the way you are. Because I dealt with my problems alone, I learned how to pick up the pieces and move on with the day. Because you never cared if I was alright, I understand how crucial it is to ask if others are OK. I know how much those three tiny words mean.

Our friendship taught me a lot of things, and most weren't great. But because of you I treasure deeply the friendships I have found along the way with people who seem to go above and beyond for me.

Friends that take me to Sonic when I had a rough day and that listen to the tiniest details of my life. Friends that always ask about my family, and no matter how many things they have to do in the day, always seem to make time to listen to me tell them for the millionth time I didn't say hi to my crush.

And lastly, thank you for helping me be there for myself every time you weren't.

Sincerely,

An Appreciative Friend

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