Reconnecting with Friends
Every person that passes through our lives makes a contribution to our life stories. There are those who play large roles and make deep impressions, but sometimes a brief special appearance before life takes them in another direction creates a meaningful connection. It is a rare gift when they suddenly reappear in our lives after a long absence.
Though the world may seem full of more people than we could ever know, we are often drawn to people with similar energy, which brings us together time and time again. On first meeting, the characters in our life stories may seem familiar. We may know each other from past lives or perhaps we merely recognize the energy of a kindred spirit. But when fate brings old friends back into our lives, there is always a reason. They may act as messengers, reminding us of a part of ourselves we have forgotten to nurture. They might appear to give us a chance to react in a new way to an old situation. They may even bring up unresolved issues so that we may complete them, giving us the chance to move forward on our life path. Whether old friends, previous romances, or once and future partners, their reappearance is more than mere chance. They may never know what they bring into our lives, but the renewed contact is a gift.
If this hasn’t happened to you, maybe you are meant to initiate contact by seeking out old friends. If old friends come to mind or into your dreams, use their appearance as an excuse to get in touch. If an old song or movie reminds you of them, reach out to share the gift of renewed contact. Wherever you fall in the circle of connection and reconnection, be sure to look beyond the surprise of the moment to enjoy the deeper gift that this revelation brings.
Friends are a treasure. We should remember to keep contact of those we loved while we can. I still keep in contact of a couple of friends from grammar- school. We meet once a year or two and get together and it is like no time has passed at all between us. Good reminder--should call one today--thank you for the post--good timing too.
ReplyDeleteI believe some are kindred spirits.
I don't know if I needed every person who came into my life. Had a troll (and nuts )or two I could have lived without here. I could have lived very easy, productively and happily without their contribution to my life.
Great Advice and a Great Reminder, Brenda. I'm running out the door but wanted to say thank you, it was just what I needed today. :)
ReplyDeletethanks for posting this Brenda, this is one of those little bits of writing that manages to say so much, i really like this.
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