I’m realizing this goal can never be “done.” Relationships require constant maintenance and nurturing in order to grow. I suspect that until it’s habit for me to pick up the phone and call without hesitating, without putting it off… when I reach out more often instead of having to remind myself, then I can mark this goal done. It won’t be done but I won’t have to put forth a conscious effort anymore, it’ll be just a part of how I live. 2 years ago

But no sooner had I decided to concentrate on this goal than I heard from 2 old friends within a couple of days. Thanks, universe! I will take this and run with it. 2 years ago

I think I might be doing better on the reestablishing than on the strengthening or nurturing. I mean, I’m not even sure how to do such a thing… usually relationships are strengthened over time, and I can’t just make that happen. What I CAN do is nurture my friendships, which I’m sorry to say I’m not great at. I think I am going to ask for advice. 2 years ago

Paul has a first (bachelors) degree in art and masters degree in IT. He’s sort of a modern Leonardo. He called me at lunchtime today and we are arranging a meal with some of the old gang on friday. He is even picking me up from the house as I don’t have a car. I am apprehensive about this meal as I ignored the phone messages of the old gang for the past year, ever since I left my first company. I got embarrassed and de-motivated about finding a job and subsequently am temping on and off. More off than on. They still want to see if I am coming though – so I said yes! 4 years ago

Master Paul called me today on my mobile phone but I missed him. Who is he you might ask and why is he significant? Well he truly is a master – of being himself. He is an all round nice guy. If I won a 100 millions dollars he would get 10% because he doesn’e want or expect anything in return for his help, support, advice and gentle cajoling to do what I ought to do. Because he knows so many people and spreads himself very thinly, I don’t get to see or even get in contact with him that much these days.

However as he has tried to contact me, it must be important. I try to get hold of him this evening. 4 years ago

Need to look up these people and let them know I’m still around! 4 years ago

i talked to my friends finally after wat seemed like an eternity.i guess it’s harder than you think.i waited patiently but nothing cud be done unless i try and do something about my friendships in the past. but now that i think of it..i need friends..it feels good that im talking to them more. 6 years ago

I would like to strengthen my relationship with one of my friends in the trombone section, Abby. I don’t think it’ll be too hard. Some trombone hangouts should do the trick and band camp too. 7 years ago

...contacted a German friend of mine in over 16 months. It’s her birthday today. It’s the evening over there right now, so I thought I’d just flick her a quick email to wish her well.

I’ve been quite a slack friend of hers, and I’d really love to attempt to reestablish that relationship. Hope she gets back to me. 7 years ago