To The Friend That Got Away | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Relationships

To The Friend That Got Away

Wherever you are, I wish you the world and more.

23
To The Friend That Got Away
Trish Lim

To My Long Lost Friend,

All of our lives, we were certain that we shared an indestructible bond. We learned over the years that no boy, no drama and no amount of time could tear us apart. Even during our senior year of high school, we did not have a doubt in our minds that things would change between us. Unfortunately, we were wrong.

First I need you to know: this is not your fault. There was nothing that you said or did to make me angry, upset or agitated with you. And to be quite honest, it isn't exactly my fault either. Sometimes life works in mysterious ways. The two of us drifted apart as we embarked on this new adventure called college and took our own separate paths as we tried to find ourselves. We were both consumed in the excitement of starting our new lives, which put our friendship on the back burner.

Distance became a burden for our friendship, as it was the first time we've ever been separated for an extended period of time. Miles separated us during that first year of college, but it truly felt like you were light years away. I saw every photo you posted on social media of your college dorm and your new friends. I was excited and proud to see you so genuinely happy. This raises the question, then: How is it that someone who was once so figuratively, and literally, close by was gone from my life?

I've had my fair share of happiness too and I admit that you had slipped from my mind at certain times. However, the love I have for you was always there in my heart. Little things continue to remind me of you. When I'm having a bad day, my first instinct it still to call you. And when I feel homesick, I just look at the framed picture of us that sits on the desk of my dorm room.

You were not, and will never be, forgotten. I will always love you and want the absolute best for you. I hope you are having the time of your life and making memories with more great friends who have crossed your path. I am hopeful that our paths will cross again someday. We will find our way back to each other at some point in this life. For goodness sake, I wouldn't be who I am today without having had you in my life. But in the mean time, please remember me. Remember my quirks, my laugh, my flaws and my chocolate addiction. Keep every piece of me in your heart, as I hold all of you in mine. Through this process we will always remain friends, no matter how much time or distance stands between us.

Sincerely,

Your long lost other half

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

5 Things To Do That Are Better Than Writing A Paper

Don't waste your time trying to write that paper when there are so many more interesting things you could be doing.

3933
computer keyboard
Unsplash

Writing a paper is never fun and is rarely rewarding. The writer's block, the page requirement, be specific, but don’t summarize, make sure you fixed any grammatical errors, did you even use spellcheck? and analyze, analyze, analyze.

Papers can be a major pain. They take up so much time and effort that by the end of the process you hate yourself and you hate the professor for making life so difficult. Questions of your existence start roaming in your mind. Am I even cut out for college if I can’t write a single paper? Am I even capable of taking care of myself if I lack the energy to open my laptop and start typing?

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

10 Reasons Why Sisters Are The Best

Who could be a better friend than your own sister?

2430
sisters
Taylor Hooper

I can barely remember back when I was the only child. Most would say it’s because it is extremely difficult to remember things as a toddler but I would say it's because I was bored until my sister came along. My mother always says how important the "sister bond" is and with every year that passes I realize how right she is. Instead of writing a novel about all of the wonderful things there are about having a sister I decided to list a few of them instead.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

How To Adult

You're gonna make it after all.

3716
how to adult
Twitter

It is the time of our lives that we are beginning to enter the adult world and most of us, if not all of us, have no idea what we are doing. It's like starting a video game, but skipping the tutorial. We're all just running around aimlessly hoping we accidentally do something right that moves us along the right path. Now that graduation has just happened, or is right around the corner for some of us, it's time to start thinking about how we are going to take care of ourselves once we are on our own.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

7 Signs You're A Starbucks Addict

I'll be the first one to admit I'm addicted to Starbucks.

2066
drinking coffee
Tumblr

If you’re anything like me, you love a good cup of coffee. My coffee always comes from Starbucks; I refuse to drink it from anywhere else. Over the years, it’s become one of my biggest addictions. So, if you are aware that you’re a Starbucks addict as well, or maybe you need to check to see if you’re an addict, here are seven ways to tell.

Keep Reading...Show less
people  in library
Photo by redcharlie on Unsplash

College involves a whirlwind of emotions, whether it’s from the stress of an assignment (or twenty), or from fighting with your roommate. It can be overwhelming at times and it’s important to take a step a back and calmly think things over. Maybe gain some perspective. The following aren’t foolproof tips and may not apply to you, but I was able to find success with them (hope you do too!)

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments