Dear High School Facebook Friends

Dear High School Facebook Friends,

Most evenings after a long day of school, I plug in my earphones and open Spotify while I scroll through my Facebook newsfeed. Unlike most of you, my day is finishing while yours is just taking off. Growing up in a small town, most of the time we too often know what is going on in each others lives. (It can be a curse and a blessing at the same time.)

However, while living miles and time zones away, it's nice to be connected through social media. I know I'm still behind the gossip-example: I just recently found out someone I rode the bus with got married... TWO YEARS AGO! Ha! Other times, I miss baby number two and assume your third pregnancy is your second.

I know often times people say to me I love following your adventures. Well, guess what I love following YOURS! I absolutely love seeing each of us continue to learn how to be adults and survive in this world. I find joy in your daily successes- may it be eating clean, working out daily, a new job, or a new baby- it's awesome.

There are so many talented friends out there from singer to a hairstylist. I often think, "Oh I wish I could attend their show and support them. And she is amazing at her job! Can she do my hair?!?" By the way, I will probably be asking one of you for an appointment when I come home.

As much as I love seeing you succeed, I love seeing the photos and stories of your kids too. I love how many of you are still friends and now your kids are friends. It's so sweet. It's these simple things that are important and should be cherished. To all the moms out there, my hat is off to you! I can't imagine being at that stage of my life right now.

From time to time, I see a Facebook status asking for help or just company. I would love to be able to pick you up and drive you to work- even if it's a 15 minute catch-up time. Or sitting on the couch, sipping wine, and watching Netflix- count me in!

Which leads me to my next point, I guess I have been a bit nostalgic lately. I see your posts and wonder what it would be like if we were still as close as we once were.

It's funny how we have grown apart and so often I think I would love to do (insert event here) with them. May it be road tripping, running a 5k, wine tasting, or even just going shopping. I think we would still have a lot to talk about.

Thank you for letting me be part of your adventures.

Your HS Friend,
Katie