10 Struggles of Being 4,101 Away from Your Best Friend
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10 Struggles of Being 4,101 Away from Your Best Friend

So your bestie ditched you and the States at the same time.

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10 Struggles of Being 4,101 Away from Your Best Friend
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Having a best friend studying abroad while you're stuck in the States is rough. And these things are all too real:

1.The 5 stages of grief are a thing.

  1. "There's no way she's leaving me."
  2. "NO. NO. NO. PLEASE DON'T GO. YOU'RE BEING SELFISH."
  3. "Well I can go with you right?"
  4. "Who the heck am I going to call for ice cream runs? Don't mind me- I'll be eating this tub of ice cream until you get back."
  5. "I am so happy for you. It's freaking Europe! Your English accent is going to be on point!"

3. You live through her Instagram/Facebook posts.

Those obnoxious comments? Yep. That's me.

4. Facetime is key.

While it's not the same as seeing them in person, Facetime makes the 4101 miles seem a little less.

5. Slang lessons are a must.

"I fancy your jumper."

"WHAT?!"

"They say rubbish all the time!"

"I couldn't hold it together!"

"Apartments are flats."

"So are rommies called flatties?"

*instantaneous laughter with each lesson*

Asked at least three times each conversation.

9. Visiting is a thing, right?

I mean living through your Instagram posts is fun but I'd rather be there with you. No worries- I can fit in a suitcase.

Ultimately, I miss you. I'm glad you're having the time of your life, but I can't wait for you to come back... so you can take me with you.

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