How Do You Keep In Touch With Friends?
Time and distance may separate and change friendships, but they don’t have to fizzle. If you’re creative and committed, you’ll find ways to keep in touch with your friends, even ones who live far away. Make a commitment to call each of your friends at least once a month. If it’s helpful, mark your calendar. After you’ve spoken with a friend, note on your calendar the day you spoke to them. Next month, when you feel like it’s been forever since you spoke to that person, you’ll know immediately how long ago it actually was. Remember birthdays. Keep track of your close friends’ birthdays, and commit to at least sending them a birthday card, if not an actual birthday phone call. Even better: send flowers or a surprise through the mail. Update your address book with current addresses and phone numbers regularly. When it comes time to make calls or send out holiday cards, you’ll be able to immediately reach your friends. Take advantage of e-mail. Quick and accessible, e-mail is a great way t
