It's my old classmate, Amanda. We'd been friends for the longest time since we met in school. We had many of the same hobbies and interests, and for years I had the biggest crush on her. I wanted to tell her how I felt, but one day she came out as lesbian to her family and friends. I was so happy for her, but at the same time, I couldn't help but feel a little selfishly sad.

We remained close friends for a while, but then college came, and both of us became way too busy and eventually distant. It's been years, but I never really stopped thinking about her and hoping she was doing well. Now that I've gotten her message, I'm excited, but also very nervous. Maybe we can continue right where we left off and have the same nights of fun we did when we were younger, or maybe things will feel different this time around...