Any friendship that lasts more than 7 years can make it through a geographical divide that happens. I have a friend I met in grade 6 that moved across the country and, though it has been different, we have maintained that connection and still see each other on special occasions.
Friends like that are such a big piece of us, no matter if they are next door or across the globe. One of the blessings you can count.
That's great that you two have been able to maintain that connection! I've had old friends who just completely fell off radar. I think the key thing is both parties have to be willing to make an effort. I don't know about you but I appreciate friendships so much more now than I did twenty years ago.
Oh definitely. I also choose new ones a little more carefully because I am too old to spend my time with twits! ;)
It gets more difficult as we get older to make friends for a variety of reasons. Being more "choosy" is definitely one of those. We learn how to spot all those pesky red flags. : )