I got a card this week from a dear old friend. Hadn’t talked to her in almost two years, though I’ve been thinking a lot about her lately. I wanted to write but didn’t make time. She did, and now I’ll reply.
I received a message from a darling friend I haven’t seen in five years. We’re having lunch next week when he’s in town for the first time in a decade. We’re both already giddy in anticipation.
I saw a text this morning from a genuinely awesome friend. I’ve heard from her here and there over the past few years, but we haven’t talked…really talked…since the kids started kindergarten. They’re in fourth grade now. It’s time for a long email and a cup of cyber cocoa with her.
Blogging again after a long break has brought me messages from good friends, too. I’ve smiled so broadly this week as I get comments and texts from people whose existence I cherish and whose words I welcome.
I don’t know what I sent out to the Universe in the way of distress signal or joy beacon or reconnection magnet. But I’m incredibly grateful to be steeped in engagement with friends who genuinely make my life better.
Hello, friends. Hope you’re well!
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I’m happy for you that you’re reconnecting with people you were so close to.
Me, too!
Hello! I’m well, and I’m glad to hear that your early presents aren’t materialistic. I love seeing people who rather quality time, over anything materialistic. That’s real beautiful!
The best gifts are time with people you love, right?
yes, they are.
Those are fabulous, early holiday presents. Which reminds me…I need to write a few notes and send a few texts…
I love reconnecting, but this year the greetings have all come from afar, which is such a lovely surprise! I’m usually the one who reaches out.
Im new to your blog, and I’m far from family and friends. I would love to reconnect. Soon I hope. Happy for you. I do love reading your blog, there is so much I can relate to.
Thanks, Mahvish! I hope you can have a good conversation with a loved one soon!