Good friends care for each other…close friends understand each other, but TRUE FRIENDS stay forever…beyond words, beyond distance, beyond time…!”

-Amy Rees Anderson

I was born an introvert person and not really outgoing on people because I’m afraid that they will judged me from being myself. You know society right now, one wrong move an everyone will judged you. So I prefer being alone, but I feel empty inside. But then, I met them. Even though we don’t chat or text much, I just can’t forget them. I consider them as my true friend because they are their for me in my good times and bad times, they stood by my side when I felt lonely, they encourage me things that I’m not confident about, they loved me without judgment and expectations, and helped me get through the challenging years. Even If we are now on a different school, the memories I’ve had with them are still fresh in my mind.

As a senior high school now, It’s difficult to make new friends who have high expectations from us. But If you met someone that even If you’re not the best, happy being around you and don’t ignore your existence, KEEP IT. Don’t let go of that person.

I’m still thankful for them because they made my youthful days best. And to all who have new friends right now, never forget your old friends because they are the ones who make your life changed. Treasure the memories you’ve had together because life is too short. HAVE FUN!

“A strong friendship doesn’t need daily conversation, doesn’t always need togetherness as long as the relationship lives in the heart, true friends will never part…”

-AMY REES ANDERSON

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