Posted on: 5th of June 2005 | Under: Thoughts & Emotions

I value friendship. I value every single person that comes into my life.

I have quite a number of friends, most of which are spread all over the world. I only really have a handful close ones who are within reach by car. That is pretty much the disadvantage of always moving around. You gather friends from every single place you live in, become extremely close and chummy with a crowd, then find out that you have to leave and part ways just when you feel that everything’s perfect already.

Leaving friends behind is harder than one can really imagine. People have this notion that you get used to saying goodbye if you move to different places a lot. But, the truth to the matter is, it’s actually a lot harder each time.

You are plagued with depressing thoughts, wondering when you’ll have a normal life. Yes, you do make quite a lot of friends along the way. You value each and every one of them. But, there’s still nothing better than having a bunch of friends whom you can call your barkada. The ones you can run to any time of the day. The ones you can confide and spend time with, up until you’re old and graying.

I envy those people who have barkadas whom they’ve known pretty much their entire lives. Well, I do have several barkadas. The only problem is, I’d have to travel miles to reach them!

But, despite all that negative reflection, I am fond of making new friends and I believe I don’t have trouble in it either. In fact, having friends all over the world is a big PLUS. At least I have an excuse to travel and visit each one of them someday! XD haha!

All that pondering was actually brought about by a surprising call I had the other day. A close friend whom I haven’t heard from in years decided to give me a ring. I was instantly hyped up. Despite being sick, I jumped up from my bed the minute I heard her voice on the other line! We talked for a while and decided to meet up one of these days. =)

So yes, I guess there are some perks in having friends you’re not easily in reach with as well. The thrill of hearing from them after a period of time is always overwhelming. Plus, the meeting and catching up on eachother’s lives is an even bigger bonus! ^_,~;;