Hey there,
Things weren’t always like this. There was once a time when we were able to see one another every day and as long as we pleased. There was a time when I started my days knowing I’d see you before lunch at the latest and then we’d stand next to each other in choir pretending to blend and sounding damn good so that our teacher had no choice but to keep us together. There was a time when I knew everything about your day because I lived it right alongside you. But alas, now it’s time we do the college thing on opposite sides of the state.
I’ll admit, there are days when I wish I knew you better like I used to. You have a whole other life that I only get glimpses into and a whole bunch of friends who I only know from pictures and stories that get all of your time that used to be mine. I’ll be the first to say that when we’re both away at school, we don’t talk as much as, I think, either of us would like to. And there are times when I feel guilty for not replying to your text because I have too much homework or something and I know you won’t be mad if I put you on the back burner because you’ll wait and never leave.
Things have changed, but that’s just how life is, and I’m proud to say that we have not. We are still us and even though we don’t talk 24/7 or experience everything with one another anymore, I don’t love you or care about you any less. In fact, I maybe love you more. No matter the distance, no matter the busy schedule, no matter the time away, some things never, ever change and our friendship is a constant in this world full of uncertainties. So thank you for the consistency and your unwavering support.
With that said, I give you permission to go live your other life to the fullest. Go be full of joy and happiness and go on some crazy-magical adventures. No matter how far you wander or how big you mess up, you’ve always got a home with me. So don’t hold back and make as many friends as you possibly can, but never forget who’s number one.
(That’s me.)
All the love,
J – Your Long Distance Best Friend