It's funny how sometimes cut-and-dry systems can so simply reflect our feelings that feel utterly complex. I think of this theme often; living in Thailand, I've seen many close friends come and go -- the expat community can be quite transient. It's strange to get used to saying "see you later...sometime, somewhere...", and it makes you think about relationships near and far. I must say, I'm exceptionally grateful for Skype, email, and web cameras that make it easy to feel closer to faraway loves.

I definitely still need best friends. Do some people really "grow out of it"?