My best friend is moving to Az to get a better job so her and her family can survive, I understand all that, I just wanna know how I will see her. See we've promised each other that we are going to keep in touch by internet and phone'cuz neither one of us like to write...I just wanna know how to deal with her moving...
2006-09-19 06:02:05 · 18 answers · asked by kat 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
Well, first step is to see this as a positive thing. Like you said, she and her family are moving to AZ for a better life. I have been to Arizona, and believe me, the move will be positive one. It is beautiful out there and the people are incredibly friendly, plus, everything is cheaper! Just take a different look at the situation, she is going to live a better life out there. You should be happy that she is going to better herself. As for keeping in touch, definitely use AIM and email. Try to set up dates when you guys can visit each other (it's pretty cheap to fly there and back) and honor those dates. It will build anticipation whick means tons of fun for you guys. Good luck to you and your friend!
2006-09-19 06:08:08 · answer #1 · answered by JenefaJean 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is so hard! I know! I moved 1500 miles from my best friend. We were pretty good at keeping in touch by sending letters, "thinking of you" cards, and pictures. If you don't like to write, simply pick up cute postcards here and there. You two should make it a point to see eachother once a year, atleast, somehow. Plan a trip! And party your asses off together! Whoohoo! I've recently moved back home near my friend, but im now talking about moving again! It's hard- but its life! You've both got to make it a point to keep in touch! Good luck girl!
2006-09-19 06:11:11 · answer #2 · answered by "B" 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I myself went through this, I grew up in Pennsylvania and lived there for 19 years and then I moved to Ohio to live with my parents who had moved because of my fathers job. It was definitely hard at first not being able to see your best friends when you want to but my best friend came out to see me ever year for New years and I still go back and visit the rest of my family when I can. It is hard but you get older and things change it is called life and if you can't grasp that then it will be harder on you then you think. Making new friends shows that you have aren't afriad of change. No matter what happens if you two are really best friends you will always be friends.
2006-09-19 06:11:09 · answer #3 · answered by dancingqueen421 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no doubt that your relationship will change because of distance. This will be a chance to find out whether your friendship is based on proximity or a deeper connection. As long as both of you are committed to keeping in touch, and perhaps visiting now & then, it should be fine. Just don't put regulations on how often you keep in touch or make your friend feel guilty for moving away.
2006-09-19 06:05:30 · answer #4 · answered by Nefertiti 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have the resources, plan a once a year trip to see your friend for a few days. My best friend and I have been friends since 4th grade and a year after I graduated highschool, I moved to California. She comes out every 4th of July weekend, and I go out every Memorial Day weekend. It's a short a quick visit each time, but it's well worth saving up for!
2006-09-19 06:06:27 · answer #5 · answered by The New Mrs. Nguyen 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My husband, children and I moved 1600 miles from our family and friends. You may not believe it now, but real friendships prosper with distance. You learn to appreciate them more. You may not see them very often and you may not even talk to them that often, but everytime you do is so much more meaningful than it was before. YOU will find ways to see each other. It just happens. And with the internet, it makes it so easy to communicate with those that are not in the same area. Just make sure that you are not "too busy" and your friendship will thrive. Long distance relationships require more care, but they are definetly worth it. I wish you and your friend the best of luck.
2006-09-19 06:08:10 · answer #6 · answered by mom of 2 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just realize that she will miss you just as much and that your bond will last. Not seeing each other will be a shock at first, and her new job may take up a lot of her time, but just be patient and understanding of her situation. Call and send pics by email every chance you get. It will be painful, but try to stay strong! Good luck to you both!
2006-09-19 06:56:52 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My friend did the same thing she moved to WA and I am in MI but we see each other for a week every summer so hang in there if you two are best friends then no matter where she goes you can be her friend
2006-09-19 06:03:54 · answer #8 · answered by AngelVirgo9206 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hi.i am in a situation like you..i recently moved from romania to england,so i left my best friend behind me...i always talk to her on the internet but this is not enough..because you make new friends and start a new life and she stays there with your friends..and this is one of the reason u will start fightin...ur relationship to her won't be so good..but anyway i think u will be forever friends even if u won't be her best friend..and be careful when u make new friends...not everybody wants ur best....but anyway u will have forever nice thoughts about ur relationship with ur best friend.i wish u all the best
2006-09-19 06:47:10 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
become pen/pals just write a lot. it happened to me. and if the friendship is really strong. you will stay friends. writing is a lot cheaper then calling too. I've stayed friends with my two friends that moved away for 15 years.
2006-09-19 06:04:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋