Recently, I stumbled upon some old photographs of us that brought back a flood of memories. As I gazed at our youthful faces, I couldn’t help but reflect on who we were back then. We were vibrant, adventurous, and undeniably naïve. Yet, there was an unspoken agreement between us that we would always be there for each other—you were my person, and I, yours. It was that simple.
Remembering Our Bond
Do you remember the days when we were glued to our screens, watching Grey’s Anatomy? The moment when Christina told Meredith she was her person resonated deeply with us. We all understood—that kind of bond was something special.
As the years have rolled on, life has become more complex, filled with responsibilities and chaos. Yet, one truth remains steadfast: You are still my person. You always have been and always will be.
Our Digital Tapestry
These days, our collection of shared memories is less about tangible photographs and more about a digital tapestry of text messages. They narrate the ups and downs of our friendship, revealing how our conversations can stretch for hours, consuming our data plans, while also revealing the silences that sometimes linger between us. We exchange “love you” and “miss you” messages, and sometimes a single expletive-laden text can convey a whirlwind of emotions. Nostalgia often creeps in through memes and photos from our past. Remember the endless discussions about shoes and the classic debates about who the bad influence is? (Spoiler alert: it’s you.)
These messages tell a significant part of our story. They illustrate how we love and miss each other, even when life gets overwhelming. We know that despite these stretches of silence, we can always reconnect as if no time has passed.
Planning Our Time Together
Planning a girls’ weekend? Oh, it takes a minimum of 113 texts and countless back-and-forths just to set a date. Our friendship is a lifeline, and while our messages capture a lot, they don’t reveal everything.
They don’t show how often I lie awake at night thinking about simpler times when girl talk was just a walk down the hall or a quick meet-up at our favorite bar. They can’t express how deeply I miss you or the fears I have about time and distance affecting our bond. I sometimes worry that there might come a day when we can’t be each other’s person anymore.
Embracing Change
We’ve changed—our lives are fuller, our bodies have seen better days. Yet, the essence of our friendship remains unchanged: love, respect, and understanding. Sure, we still trade beauty tips and fashion advice, but the significance of our conversations has evolved. Nowadays, we discuss heavier topics like health challenges, mental well-being, and aging parents, alongside the usual light-hearted banter.
We still have our disagreements, but we’ve learned to navigate them without unnecessary drama. The wild nights that once ended at 2 a.m. have transformed into brunches filled with mimosas and laughter. It’s hard to believe that those bright-eyed versions of ourselves could have ever imagined the realities we face today—supporting each other through chemotherapy, infertility, and the rollercoaster of parenthood.
The Reality of Lifelong Friendship
In our youthful optimism, we thought forever friendship would be effortless. We envisioned ourselves as old ladies, laughing over martinis, with purple hats to match our gray hair. But we’ve come to realize that maintaining a lifelong friendship requires intentionality, effort, and a good dose of grace and forgiveness. We didn’t fully grasp what it meant to be each other’s person.
Yet, somehow, we’ve navigated through it all. We make time for each other, even if it’s not as frequent as we’d like. We put in the effort because our friendship is worth it. We talk on the phone when we can, and we text and email each other regularly. I think about you often, reminding myself that even though our friendship looks different now, you remain my person.
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In Summary
Our friendship has evolved, but the core of it remains the same. Through thick and thin, you are still my person.