Can a Broken Friendship Still Be Fixed?

in Reflections25 days ago

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When I look back at my Senior High School life, one of my best memories was not just the classes, lessons, or the activities that I've learnt but it was my best friends that I met along the way. They were more than a simple classmates to me. They're became my second family. Senior High school moments is still the best for me , sharing those genuine laughs and going a sponty trips is always hits different. But when we entered our first year in college, all the things are started to change. Honestly, College life was not easy and I hate how romanticised college is like it's so very draining I don't know who I'm going to lean on because me and my best friends take a different path to accomplish our each goals at life. Everyday when I'm scrolling or watching our old photos, I feel a mix of happiness and sadness. Happiness, because those were some of the best times of my life that no one can be replaced. Sadness, because it's so hard to bring those times back. Knowing we won't ever be that close anymore because of what happen.

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That day was a very special to me because all of us were complete after our class. We decided to go to the Pantaland, our favorite place to relax and stressfree . After a busy day in our school, it always felt nice to go there like it was our last station. Because the place was peaceful, and the fresh air helped us forget about the problems. When we finally reached Pantaland, we sat together and watched the sunset. The sky slowly turned into beautiful colors like orange. It was so relaxing to just sit, smile, and enjoy the view with friends. For us, it was not only about watching the sunset. It was also about making a happy memories that we could remember forever. What made our time there more meaningful was how we shared our thoughts and problems. We opened up about the things we were going through in life. Each one of us gave advice and encouragement. I felt so good to know that I've had a best friends like them who fully understood and cared me. Pantaland for me was a safe spot where we could laugh, talk, and support each other. Every visit gave us joy and made our friendship stronger. Those memories will always be close to our hearts.

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I will never forget this was taken at Klay’s house in Medellin. We went there because we had a group project to finish. At the same time, we were excited because it was also a chance to bond. Our plan was to also meet her parents so that we could know them more, but sadly they were both at work that day. The only one at home to welcome us was their dog, who was so cute and friendly. Since it was almost lunchtime and everyone was already hungry, we decided to put our money together to buy food. We agreed on pancit canton because it was cheap, simple, and something we could all enjoy. Me and Daisy were the ones who cooked. Even if it was just pancit canton, it felt fun because we were cooking not only for ourselves but for the whole group. While cooking, we laughed and talked, making the task lighter. When it was time to eat, we gathered around the table. That moment was full of laughter. We started talking about our crushes, teasing each other, and sharing secrets. It really made us feel heart flutter because we were just being playful and free. It was one of those moments when we didn’t think about stress we just enjoyed being together. After eating, Richie Ann and Jezel took care of washing the dishes. The rest of us started working on the project. Even though the project was so tiring, it became easier because we worked as a team and we enjoy .

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This picture was taken on Valentine’s Day, and it was one of the most fun times we had together. As you can see, we were all wearing different colors. Each color had its own meaning for Valentine’s Day, but honestly, I already forgot what those meanings were. Still, it was exciting because we all looked bright, colorful, and full of energy that day. At first, we were just on our way to the canteen to eat. We were already hungry and ready to enjoy some food together. But then something unexpected happened. A member of Clarion, who was also our friend, suddenly approached us and said we should take a group picture. Of course, we agreed! It was a perfect chance because that time, all of us were complete. That photo became so memorable because it captured not only our smiles but also the happiness of being together. Even though the Valentine’s Day event in school was supposed to last the whole day, we decided to go on half-day only. After we joined the celebration, we went out to spend more time together,just enjoying and bonding like usual.

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It was taken at McDonald’s. That day, we all agreed to save money because we wanted to make sure we had extra in case there were things we needed to buy later that help our schoolworks. Our plan was to eat at carenderias since they are usually cheaper. So, we went around looking for places to eat. But every time we arrived at a carenderia, the food was already gone. The viands were sold out, and most of the spots were full of students. We kept searching, hoping to find a place with enough food for us, but it was the same situation everywhere.
Since we were all hungry and tired of looking, we decided to go back to our usual place McDonald’s. It was not part of our first plan because we wanted to budget, but it turned out fine. We even managed to save a little because we agreed to bring our own rice from home. That way, we only had to order the viand or snacks, and it cost less than a full meal.What made it special was not the food we have eaten but the teamwork and the way we looked out for each other. We laughed at our little struggle of finding cheap food, and it showed that even simple challenges can turn into good memories when you are with true friends.

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It's our Recognition Day, and it was truly one of the happiest moments for us. That day was so very special to me because all of us received certificates an medals . It felt so good to see our hard work finally got pay off, and we were able to celebrate our achievements together. The joy of standing there side by side, smiling proudly, will always be an unforgettable moments . However, one of our close friends, Zuyen, was not able to join us that time. Sadly, she was sick during that time and needed to return to Cebu since that is where she lives. Even if she was not physically with us, she still found a way to make us smile. Through a video call, she congratulated us and cheered us on. But Hearing her jolly voice and seeing her happy for us made the day complete. It reminded us that true friendship goes beyond distance. Even when someone cannot be there in person, their love and support can still be felt through virtual. That day will always be one of my favorite memories a reminder that success feels even greater when shared with friends.

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After our Senior High School graduation, we've decidedly to go to the beach in San Remigio. At first, I thought it would be one of the most memorable and happiest days of my life. The place was beautiful the sound of the waves, the fresh sea breeze, and the feeling of freedom after finishing senior high made everything feels so perfect. Being with my best friends in that moment felt like a reward for all the challenges we had faced in the school. But sadly, that day also became one of the most heartbreaking memories for me or all of us. At the beach, we planned to have an open forum. The goal was to talk about our lives, share what we felt, and give advice to each other. At first, everything seemed so fine and good. We were being honest, opening up, and listening to each other’s life .However, the atmosphere slowly changed. Because Instead of bringing us closer, some of the words spoken hurt feelings. The open forum turned into a misunderstanding, and soon we were fighting not with actions, but through words. It was painful because I never expected that our time together at the beach, which was supposed to be filled with joy, would turn into a memory of conflict. A day that gives me a shattered heart it has misunderstandings grew between us. Problems we thought were small turned into something bigger and bigger. Because of pride , insecurity and silence our friendship got broke. One wrong word can change everything. Still, I will always remember it as a mix of both happiness and sadness a day when we celebrated the end of one chapter in our lives, but also faced the reality that not all friendships last forever.

When the College life was started. We were so busy with new subjects, busier schedules, and new people. A few misunderstandings happened, and because of pride, we chose silence instead of fixing the problem. That silence created a distance like a big wall between all of us and before we knew it, our friendship was broken. What used to be daily conversations turned into short greetings like hi and even awkward smile. What used to be loud laughter turned into quiet moments. It hurt, because these were the same people who once felt like home to me.

This is the question I always ask myself: Can a broken friendship still be fixed? Some people say yes if both sides are ready to forgive and try again. Others say no because once trust is broken, it cannot return the same way. But For me, I still believe in hope. Friendship is like glass. When it breaks, you can put it back together, but the cracks will remain. Yet sometimes, those cracks can remind us of the lessons we learned. If there is forgiveness and love maybe we can rebuild what we once had.

If any of my SHS best friends see this, please know how much I miss you. I miss our food outings, beach days, inside jokes, and the way we supported each other. I'm not sure if we'll ever be able to return to those days, but if there's even a remote possibility, I'd be willing to try. Because true friendship, no matter how broken, deserves yet another chance.

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