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Thought I ran into you down on the street
Then it turned out to only be a dream
I made a point to burn all of the photographs
She ran away and then I took a different path
I remember a face but I can’t recall her name
Now I wonder how whatsername has been
But in the end I’ll never forget her name. Or hers. I miss you Avery, and I miss you Lacy. I miss the times I talked with both of you. I miss the games we would play. But both of you turned cold to me. Maybe it was my fault all along. Maybe it’s just me. Maybe I’m so unlikeable that even people who used to be my friends, people who I was able to confide in and be comfortable with and not worry about the judgement - the people who I could be me with - want nothing to do with me anymore. But it’s been so long since I’ve heard from either of you, who knows how either of you are really doing.
Now I wonder how whatsername has been
Thanks for reaching out to 2ndfloor. It sounds like you miss the relationship you had with your friends. Writing and reading poetry is a wonderful outlet for emotions. You know that relationships sometimes evolve and change. Unfortunately, one or more of the parties may get hurt in the process. However, that doesn't mean that there is something wrong with you. I am sorry that you feel hurt and lonely. Perhaps looking into making new friendships through clubs or and participating in activities with people with similar interest would be a good start. If you have something going on that you would like to discuss at length, chat with is on the app or call 2ndfloor at 888-222-2228.
I’m really sorry you’re feeling this way. Losing close connections, especially with people you once felt so comfortable with, is one of the hardest things to go through. It’s natural to reflect on what went wrong, but please don’t blame yourself entirely. Friendships, like any relationship, can change for a variety of reasons, and sometimes it has nothing to do with who you are as a person. People grow apart, they change, or they get caught up in their own lives, and it doesn’t always reflect anything negative about you.
It’s completely normal to miss those people and the connection you had. And it’s okay to wonder how they’re doing, but try not to internalize their absence as a reflection of your worth. You’ve clearly cared deeply for these friendships, and that’s a beautiful thing. Sometimes, despite our best efforts, people drift away, and it hurts—but that doesn’t mean you’re unlikeable or unworthy of meaningful relationships. You deserve friendships where you can feel safe and accepted for who you are.
It might take time to heal from the loss of these connections, but know that you’ll find people who appreciate you, just as you are. And remember, it’s not too late to reach out if you feel ready, but also remember that it’s okay to give yourself the space to move on if you need to. You are worthy of the same care and understanding you offer to others.
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