It feels like we just met, I know.
You have been a stranger.
But we both know that we have known each other for a long time.
When I recently reconnected with you I had this moment where I realized that I was really looking at you for the first time.
I am feeling a bizarre sense that I barely know you, but you are so familiar to me.
Yes, I do know you.
Or I knew of you.
But did I ever know you?
So many memories running through my mind.
The adventures we had. The laughs.
Where has the time gone?
How was it that I did not acknowledge you at first glance, this person that I’ve known for so long?
Your face is barely recognizable yet your spirit so true to what I remember.
You are finally back in my life, but you are different.
Or are you the same?
How could I have not seen your absolute beauty, strength and depth before?
I am entranced.
You are so amazing.
And I know you love me, immeasurably, as I love you.
I’m taken aback.
You were here the whole time and never once did I think of you.
Never did I ever see you the way that I see you now.
Never did I ever feel about you how I feel about you now.
My heart is singing with joy.
Thank you for showing up now, when I need you.
Thank you for being me.
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