The initial connection may be random or "accidental". But friendships require work. Meeting up, hanging out, phone conversations all require some initiative to

The initial connection may be random or "accidental". But friendships require work. Meeting up, hanging out, phone conversations all require some initiative to reach out and set something up (that's the work part). It won't feel like effort in a friendship but the commitment to staying in touch is key. Also @ReactiveJelly, the long lost friend you mention (assuming he/she is still alive), just reach out. With true friends, no amount of time or distance can diminish the bond. Speaking from multiple experiences. If you fucked it up somehow, make amends. A good friend is worth it.