Perusing through my Facebook friends, I can't help but wonder, how many of these people are actually my friends? What is the difference between friends and acquaintances? Classmates? Coworkers? Is there a difference? I think so.
The difference, to me, isn't how often they talk to you or tag you in stupid group pictures. It's the feeling you get when you accidentally come across their picture, smile, and think about how much you miss them. Facebook is wonderful for keeping in touch - but if you truly want to be a sincere friend, it isn't going to make or break your friendship.
I miss some of my friends so much I feel torn when I see their pictures. Torn because, on one side I'm happy that they're happy, but on the other side, I'm sad for not being with them. I wish I could fly back for just a day or two and tell them all about my life in person. I wish I could go back and hug them when they need it, or have a random picnic with pb&j sandwiches in my backyard. I wish I could just talk to them and see their faces.
I've got skype, I know, but it isn't the same. But I know I'll see them again, if later rather than sooner. I just hope that whenever they see my picture pop up, they smile, and think about fond memories. I would really love that :)
