There is something to be said for reconnecting with an old friend. They can bring back memories of a time LONG gone by...remind you of the person you once were and perhaps would like/NOT like to be again. They can bring a sense of calm...reminding you of all you have worked for and achieved.
Or they can just make you laugh until wine comes out of your nose.
In my particular case, my old friend has not seemed to change one bit. It has been WELL over 10 years since we last spoke; they have never even MET my children. But within our conversations is a sense of comfort; a thread of familiarity that you cannot get with someone you have recently met. Sort of nostalgia coupled with fascination and curiosity. Like finding a long lost book of photo's or a diary that allows time to reminisce.
For some reason, this seems to be the year that I have reconnected with A LOT of old friends. Ones from high school....my 20's....my....AHEM...early thirties. I have to believe that they each have been brought back into my life for a reason. I am thrilled to find out why.
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