Dear Nikki,

There are so many different ways I could start this out. I could say how much I miss you, I could reminisce about old times, or I could just say thank you for always being there. But in reality, none of those are good enough for a friendship like ours.

When we did live close to each other, we were literally attached at the hip. Whether it was riding the bus together, playing Polly Pockets, or picking on your little sister (sorry Sabrina!), it was always Cassie and Nikki. But then the day came that I was there while you were long gone. We tried to stay in touch, but at that time cell phones were not common and we both had our own lives to worry about.

Then 10 years went by with only a hey here or there.

But did that change anything between us? Absolutely not. When we finally saw each other over a decade later, we talked like we were kids again, laughed until we cried, and then really did cry when it was time for you to go back home again. We have seen each other a couple of times since then, but our friendship remains as strong as ever. Even four states and 500 miles between us cannot stop the bond we have as friends.

But there are times when I wish we didn't live so far away from each other. I have friends here of course, but you are the one person that will always be there. You are my person. The distance does make me value our friendship more, but man do I miss you!

Even though we only see each other once a year at the most, your are still my closest friend (practically sister) and I love you dearly. You have two kids now and I am in my third year of college, but our lives will always be joined. I cannot thank you enough for being the best friend you are.

Love,

Cassie