I went to Nellie's on U St the other night to meet up with some friends that I haven't seen in a while. I figured my presence wasn't really much to be excited about, but I went anyway since they asked me to go. I'm always like that, I don't think anyone will miss me much if I can't make it. I guess it's kind of sad. But people were so happy to see me. I'm glad I went. Even though they were petting me all night, which was oddly comforting. I had such a nice time and I'd forgotten the kind of company I've been missing out on all these years. We laughed so much and reflected on our younger years. We've all changed, but much of ourselves have remained the same. I didn't even mind that I didn't get home until four in the morning.
And last night I was surprised by old friends that I haven't seen in years. They were both people I used to hang out with quite frequently, but it's funny how life takes us in different directions. It was nice because I was able to reminisce and smile at the memories I could recall. It's fun to think that once we were close and now we're little more than strangers. I don't harbor any bitter feelings. I hardly think that you have to be together forever. We were friends once at one point in time and that'll never change. That's how life is anyway, paths run alongside each other for a while before branching out.
I still miss being young.
