About that person

POV: The rollercoaster of friendship as friends mature and change.

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Hey Friend:

Do you remember, when we were younger? How we used to talk about the future, our favorite things, and whatnot. Gosh, those were the days. We would go on and on and just dream without limits. We were so innocent and never knew that we or the world could change. But soon enough we faced the reality: the world changed. We changed. Of course, there is nothing wrong with that although it's sometimes hard to embrace.

I gotta tell you though for a while now, I can't help but feel like we've grown apart. The dreams we shared used to connect us, but now that we have different dreams. It feels like we are worlds apart. That's why I haven't been able to freely share with you the new me. I was afraid of rejection in case either or both of us felt betrayed.

Anyway, about that person you used to know; that's no longer me. I grew and changed. I view the world differently, and I've got new dreams and priorities. There are things that I stopped doing. Some that I started doing. Others that I do differently now. Of course, there are things that are still the same. You know those that are worth holding on to—faith, family, friends.

I was afraid of the change at first and sometimes, it still feels uneasy but if not now, when will I embrace the new, real me? Anyway, I hope you know that our friendship does not have to change for you are among those friends that are worth holding on to. I'm just so sorry that it took me this long to finally write you. I would love to hear all about how you've grown too. Write me back? When you're ready, of course!

Take care!

Your Friend