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Old friend trying to reach out making me feel down

SJLH
SJLH

A girl who I was good friends with when I was little, but haven't seen in person in 22 years, reached out on Facebook. 


I love that she tried to reach out, but I'm feeling a little anxious. The time frame made me try to make a good impression, but I'm not the best at small talk and it's possible she's lost interest.


On one hand I feel reviving this friendship was a long shot. But I'm feeling down about this because I'm thinking I've caused her to judge me. 


arfie
arfie
Welcome back, SJ. Is there anything in particular which makes you think she has judged you?

The odds against any friendship, of any type are pretty astronomical. There is a world full of obstacles to any given friendship. The other person being judgmental is only one of the many possibilities.

If the friendship didn't work out because she is judgmental, you're better off for it not working, butttttaaaaa. . . Friendship is rare and precious enough that I hope you'll give her the benefit of the doubt.
SJLH
SJLH
The friendship ended because my family moved out of state and since the internet was only a few years old at the time, we lost touch

Okay, I will. Thank you for your advice.
baybdots
baybdots
take is slow some people like to reconnect with people they knew as kids fun to remember things give a try
arfie
arfie
Are you still living in different states? Geography ranks pretty high on the list of obstacles to friendship, even with the internet. For my sensory perceptions, internet buddies are closer to pen pals than friends. Friendly, but typically not somebody you can call in a pinch.
Community LeaderMid
Mid
I'm friends with a lot of people on Facebook that I live a long ways from, and we are able to share pictures, adventures, and stay in touch with common interests.

It's a good way to be general conversation and find what works.

The technology today allows us to find each other easier and stay in touch faster than ever before.

Enjoy it.
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