After establishing a foundation of friendship, we tend to get comfortable having the communication and the time to socialize. Down the street is a short distance when you want to meet for lunch or cocktails and some casual conversation. But somewhere down the line, your friend decides to move to a different city and state.
This is a time when some actually feel a loss. This really is not necessary, as sad as it may seem if you are true friends. Yes, it is difficult to wish them well when you will no longer have them near to fill in some friend time when you both need it. But keep in mind that true friendship does not die, just like true love. You friend is still your friend! And you may find that you have a better quality time when you do talk. It also gives you a great opportunity to do some traveling for a well need visit. Or when they come to visit you, you can spend quality time revisiting fun times you had and enjoy a variety of special times during the visit.
I have a friend like that right now. It has been difficult accepting the fact that she has decided to relocate to Tennessee. First she moved from across the street to across town and now she is moving across country. The selfish part of me wants to be hurt and abandoned. But the higher self part of me is excited for her and wants to wish for her the best. One thing I have remembered from my youth is that you never really leave someon you love. They take part of you with them, leaving part of them behind. That is what makes them special. So to my very good friend and she knows who she is, I send hugs, love, happiness, and the very best wishes for an amazaing journey. I will always be here for you because you hold a very special place in my heart. And I believe that God has His hand on your life and will watch over you while there is distance. I believe there is no distance too far that we can not reach beyond with the help of God.
