Hello old friend
It’s nice to see you again
Time seems to change everything
People, places, things
but my fond memory of our childhood
hasn't changed a bit.

So many years since that time and place
my friend
We have walked our separate paths
and meandered through time
without ever crossing paths again

It’s been too many years, my friend
the storms of life have come and gone
The memories are there
though the elements erode them so

Nevertheless I have a few remaining scattered memories of you in my old and fading mind
My memories recount that you are
one of those sincere few who walk amongst us
radiating compassion, sincerity, kindness
and positive energy

For that influence I want to sincerely thank you
for all the years your actions have touched me
helping me to discover who I wish to be

I am truly grateful for that short time of youthful interaction
and I am blessed to have crossed paths with you my dear old friend

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