You talked about the impact of moving on friendships. I had a similar, but opposite problem: I worked at the same company for 22 years and lived in the same house for 25 years - but everyone else quit and moved away…
And for those who've mutually opted in on "friendship terms," we meme. Funny things. Meaningful, uplifting quotes with graphics, or shared interests. Instagram has no shortage to choose from. When bandwidth allows, it's that basic: "how are things going for you" or "how can I support you" based on a post with underlying stress. As you noted, distance and changing circumstances shift friendships if you let it.
You talked about the impact of moving on friendships. I had a similar, but opposite problem: I worked at the same company for 22 years and lived in the same house for 25 years - but everyone else quit and moved away…
And for those who've mutually opted in on "friendship terms," we meme. Funny things. Meaningful, uplifting quotes with graphics, or shared interests. Instagram has no shortage to choose from. When bandwidth allows, it's that basic: "how are things going for you" or "how can I support you" based on a post with underlying stress. As you noted, distance and changing circumstances shift friendships if you let it.