To My "LOST" Friend

This is an open note to a friend whose leaving has created a hole in my life...

Dear Grumpy,

It was a year ago today that I last heard from you; remember the text message you sent the morning of March 6, 2012?

"I just wanted 2 thank u again 4 the LOST card u gave me. I really like it," was all you wrote, and there has been nothing since.

I am aware now of the significance of that date, as you surely know. The chain of events set in motion was a bit surreal, and I had trouble dealing with it, but I did what I thought would help. My hands were tied from any further action, especially without word from you.

You could have called me; you still can. I assure you that our policy of not holding judgement over each other stands firm. Maybe you lost that silly dog-tag I gave you with my number, but you know where I am. Send me an email through this blog, or ask your sister to message me on LinkedIn, or whatever. I can't find you, and on some days I am LOST without you.

If there is something you need to say but feel you can't, I hope you will set aside any misgivings and reach out. I respect any boundaries you want. Please forgive me for anything I may have done wrong toward you; believe it when I say I tried my best to be a good friend.

I am heartbroken.
Love from Bashful