It seems like it's been eons since we've seen each other, let alone talked. I'm sorry that life has gotten so busy, that we lost contact over the years post-graduation. I'm sorry that the promises and plans we made fell through, but I also pray that you know that I am constantly routing for you. Even if we don't talk, even if we don't see one another, I am in your corner.

Our friend group was the thing that got me through high school. You made the days less boring, because, honestly, I don't know how I would have made it through eight hours of classes without you. I always looked forward to our exuberant lunch conversations where we would burst into song at random in between trading our snacks.

I miss our Friday night dinner dates to Kobe's and going homecoming dress shopping. There isn't much I wouldn't give to spend just a few more hours at that crowded mall, smelling the food court food through the dressing rooms as we stripped and tried on every dress in Dillard's.

High school was fun because of you. You made swim practice entertaining, physics interesting, and review sessions bearable. Our sleepovers and food runs were the highlight of my week, and now, years later, I still look back with nostalgia on our memories.

Thank you for being you. You were my rock in high school, and I wouldn't change a thing about our adventures. I hope you're doing well, and I just want to let you know that I'm praying for you. I hope life offers you everything you could want let alone need. You are so deserving of a life full of adventure, and I will carry your kind spirit with me forever.

I miss you. I do. But I also understand that life gets in the way, so although I really wish we could go back to our high school days, just so I can run down the crowded hallway and give you another hug, I need you to know that I am always here for you.

I'm just a phone call or text away. I'll drive home to see you. I'll be here when you need me, and until you do, I'll be waiting.