Blasts from the Past

So in the last week, two of my old friends have got in touch with me out of the blue and it has made me think about how valuable friends are.

One of the people who contacted me is Zach. As you know, Zach and I certainly had what you would call a "Falling Out" only it was more like "NUCLEAR FALL OUT". He actually tried to get in touch with me a few years ago, but I was still too pissed off to really listen. He even suggested at the time to get together for drinks or something, but I really felt like I didn't have room in my life. Now I realize, that I was intimidated to be friends with someone that was not in good graces with my friends.

Its funny that all these years have gone by, and I was still really happy to know that he was doing well. I think that it is important to cherish your friends. If someone wants to know how you are after years of separation and lack of information, I feel like you should be open. On the other hand, some people say if it didn't work out before why would it work out now?

I guess I've always been a forgive and forget kind of person, this one just took a lot more time to heal from. I guess there really isn't a strong point to my story. Just an acknowledgement about how confusing life can be. I have always felt that it is important to try and see the best in people. In doing so Ihave been hurt many times, but I've also been surprised too. Those surprises were so worth the heartache....

Deb "Nostalgia Attacks" Manica