Long time no see or hear

@p1kef1sh (45681)
June 9, 2008 5:51pm CST
Over the years we make friends, some of whom become very close to us and then, we lose contact. Maybe we move, or they do. Our lives change and these friends become birthday and christmas card friends and then they are gone from our lives completely. Is there someone in your past that you'd like to get in contact with again. To see and laugh with. Meet up and get back onto a regular friendship with. For me, it is an old work colleague who attracted the attentions of the Press (he was falsely accused by them of a lurid private life) and who forced him into hiding. This was eighteen years ago. I've never heard from him since, just that his house was sold and no one knew where he went. Wonder what he is doing now.
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@dawnald (85146)
• Shingle Springs, California
9 Jun 08
You know, most of the people I have wanted to get back in touch with, I have found thanks to the internet. There are a few school friends I would love to get back in touch with but I have found most of them already!
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@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
I wouldn't really know where to start hunting down old friends on the internet - and I don't know that they'd want to hear from me. It must be a nice feeling though to meet up with someone that you were once close to after all these years.
14 Jun 08
A few that I went to college with would be the ones that I would like to meet up with again.to see how theve done and how there families are.On the flip side there are a few that id never ever want to meet again,but youve just said it all really,there aint nothing like a bit of scandal to get the nose twitching.
@p1kef1sh (45681)
14 Jun 08
There aren't many that I am honestly interested in. But one or two I like to know what they are up to now. I love scandal. Got any?
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16 Jun 08
I was pretty much hoping that you wud have some,but im wrong it seems.Im all outta luck
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@Abby123 (261)
17 Jun 08
Anything goodhappening your end today then?
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@mtdewgurl74 (18151)
• United States
11 Jun 08
Actually they are someone I would like to get into contact with, a high school friend,whom I lost contact wth after I got married except for a few times I seen her in town but we lost touch basically because of my mother in law and I would seriously like to see her just to see how she is doing I know she got married shortly after me and had a few kids other then that I haven't heard anything or seen her in a long time. Her name was Michelle VanHoose but married a Hackett then divorced and remarried. She went to Johnson Central High School and used to live in River, KY with her mom Ruby and dad. I know I have changed and I am for sure she has also. I have wondered about her occasionally though how she was doing and all.
@mtdewgurl74 (18151)
• United States
11 Jun 08
I have tried to call a few times but only got through once and she said she wasn't there, call back later and hung up. I tried later but it just rung nd rung..maybe she doesn't want to talk to me because so many things has changed about us ans maybe like me she is almost afraid to contact me as I am her. What if two friends who were best buds in high school find we can't stand each other now after 17 years? I will try though I emailed th eonly email I had but it was one that was no longer used..But I guess I should see if I can contact her through her mom and dad if they are still living. She had older parents.
@p1kef1sh (45681)
11 Jun 08
Could you not see of her mom and dad are still at the same address in River? Maybe they could point you in the right direction. Maybe you have other friends from school that may b able to help. I hope that you find her.
@nannacroc (4049)
10 Jun 08
There are so many people I've met who I would have liked to keep in touch with. Strangely, one of them has just turned up as acting head teacher as is now my boss for a while. There was a particular man, another teacher, who gave me the confidence to go to college and I would love to see him again. There are also many people I've met who I prefer not to see again but they aare the ones that are a bit like bad pennies.
@nannacroc (4049)
10 Jun 08
As we are one, you are in my life all the time. Soppy bit alert. You are a friend I would really miss. (Yeuk, now look what you've done).
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
That's two soppys this week Nanna. I feel the same about you but don't say that I said so. Good job I'm feeling steely today. Now, where are those tissues. Can't find one. Will have to make do with chocolate. CDM or a choccy finger?
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
That must be good to have someone that you know (and like?) at school again. I know what you mean about the bad pennies though. I always seem to bump into the ones that I am not too bothered about, rather than the ones that I am. Such is life. Mind you it is the duty of people like me to bounce into your life every now and then just to remind you how fortunate you are that we're not with you all the time!!
@skinnychick (6905)
• United States
10 Jun 08
There are a couple of people. But mainly one of my best friends from high school. I had a terrible crush on him something fierce, he was a year older than me and graduated before me. We stayed in touch and even made out once before he left for New York to pursue a modeling career, which he was successful at. So we lost touch. Last I heard he was running a modeling agency still in New York but unfortunately I can't seem to find him. Sad for me!!
• United States
10 Jun 08
OMG!! I was responding to 2 discussions at once and I just put the wrong tag in...Doh...Boobies- yep that was me! LOL
• United States
10 Jun 08
Where the heck does one find a model industry rep. Last I checked, I'm not running the model circuit...LOL But that is a good idea, I will have to ask around. I would really love to see him again and see how he's doing.
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
LOL. If you had not told me about the tag I wouldn't have noticed. I can think of a few boobies that I wonder if they've kept their shape too! LOL. I'd have thought that it wouldn't be too difficult to track down a model agency. Isn't there some kind of industry representative that would have a list? Happy hunting Skinny.
@ellie333 (21016)
10 Jun 08
Oh yes there are definately a few people who I would love to be back in contact with but life situations have meant contact has been lost for one reason or another. I wonder about my 'Uncle Ron' who wasn't really my uncle but we used to call him that and when he divorced his partner we lost contact but he is such a character and really hoped to have found his whereabouts before my daughters 21st but it didn't happen. I also have a few work colleagues that I also used to socialise with but one I know moved to Belguim and wouldn't know where to start looking. School friends no as I am still in contact with my best friend from school and the others yeah I would say hi to if I saw but have moved on from that really and wouldn't like the thought of the school reunion scenario at all. Ellie :D
@ellie333 (21016)
10 Jun 08
LOL No your safe, this 'Uncle Ron' does live in Surrey but his sons name is Anthony. That would just have been just too weird eh! Ellie :D
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
My brother in law is "Uncle Ron" to my daughter. He's divorced (my sister is his second wife). Lives in Surrey and has a son called Jonathon. That really would be a coincidence. LOL. Friends come and go don't they. I often think that that is probably the best way. Imagine being in contact with everyone that you have ever met!
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@pumpkinjam (8763)
• United Kingdom
11 Jun 08
There are a couple of people I want to get in touch with again who I knew at college. I have been fortunate to contact a lot of people on Facebook but there are still a couple of people I miss who I wouldn't mind hooking up with again. I lost a few friends when splitting with my ex and, while I did my best to keep in touch, this wasn't reciprocated by many for various reasons. One person I particular miss is one who I believe "disappeared" and has not been in touch with anyone. Another moved away and is now stepfather to a child who is not allowed to have contact with her real father who happens to be a friend of mine so that would be an awkward situation were I to meet with him again! I keep thinking of people I want to get in touch with but then either forgetting or just not being able to find them. These Friends Reunited things are all very well but I have found more people on Facebook - and i't free!
@p1kef1sh (45681)
11 Jun 08
Where would we be without Facebook Pumpkin. Much though it irritates me with its applications etc. Through that network I keep in contact with one or two very important people.
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• United States
10 Jun 08
When I was a young woman about the age of your daughter Pike, I had a best friend that I worked with. We waitressed first in a pizza place then in a rather upscale steak and seafood restaurant, that had five formal dining rooms and a lovely bar. We thought we were hot chit, let me tell you. We could walk out at night from a 6 hour dinner shift with 150.00 200.00. We spent nearly all of our time together. The owners liked having us work together because we made such a great team. She and I worked together like ying and yang. Anyway she married a fella from the army and moved away. Its been about 23 years since I last saw her, and about 20 years since I last heard from her. I would sooo soooo love to find her again.... If anyone is Cheryl Pope or knows of a Cheryl Pope send me a message or live it here :)))))
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
You two sound like a very dynamic duo Angel. I don't know how, but I really do hope that you can get in touch with her again. I don't know how the US Army works too well, but I bet there are reunion sites that you could put a message up on. If you knew a bit more about hi you might even be able to send a letter via the pay/pension office.
• United States
10 Jun 08
You know what Pike you have given me a few ideas....Thank you :))))
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
10 Jun 08
No people that can connect you to him? I am sure time will come you will meet again. That is life, very unpredictable. I have several good friends also in College whom I never meet anymore. The bonding that we had was so strong and close but after College we follow different path in life and never had the chance to meet again, but I know the memories will always be there!
• United States
10 Jun 08
Correct! Enjoy!
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
The memories can never be taken from us. You are right. Thanks Checapricorn.
@mummymo (23706)
10 Jun 08
I don't know if this counts honey but I had a penpal when I was in Primary School and we got on really well we stayed in touch for years and years and then we both moved etc and eventually lost touch - I would love to know where she is and how she is doing now! I think it is very sad that the press did that to your colleague - the press think they can print anything and that makes it true and they never think or seem to care about the lives they are ruining! xxx
@mummymo (23706)
10 Jun 08
Aww p1ke I can just see you dressed as a little angel! I still see a few of the people around I went to school with and I can still name all of them! How sad am I? lol I look forward to sharing that story one day honey! Hugs xx
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
At Christmas my mother showed me a photo of me taken in a primary school nativity play - wearing a white sheet. I was an angel. The only time in my life I have had a halo. LOL. I have no idea where any of the children in that photo are now save one. He moved to Brisbane in 1966 and when last heard of was the Nursing Director of a hospital there. I couldn't even name most of them. My mum could though. I suspect that if we put our minds to it though, it is easier to track people than we think. Of course, being brave and determine enough is another matter. What do you say to them when you do find them I wonder? Yes, the press acted disgracefully with my friend. They sold a few papers one weekend and he was forced to take early retirement and leave his home. Sometime I will tell you the story.
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@Rosekitty (19368)
• San Marcos, Texas
10 Jun 08
Hiya P1ke My Luv! Well to solve your mystery he hooked up with me and is hiding at my house right now and he said to tell you He misses you too! Sorry P1ke i wish he really was so you both could talk about me. I found a friend i hadn't seen since we were 27 and we were emailing eachother ( this was last year) and then she told me something weird that if i didn't hear from her again something might have happened to her..sure enough after a month of emails nothing since..we knew eachother since we were 10 and saw the Beatles together so I miss my friend too!
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
You would love him I think Rosie. According to the Boss, he's sweet, kind, good looking and very English - complete with a very polished accent. Also. so far as I know - he's UNMARRIED! LOL. That was a scary thing for your friend to say. Haven't you got an address to write to. Seeing the Beatles reminds me. My aunt once offered me the chance to either go and see the Beatles or the latest James Bond film. Guess which I chose. Yup. Old 007. Stupid boy!
@Rosekitty (19368)
• San Marcos, Texas
11 Jun 08
007 is always great! and P1ke you did good but depends on your age, maybe the Beatles at a young age didn't sound good to you..now you could kick yourself..LOL..but i'd love to meet Sean Connery too..he's the only 007 for me.. I do have an address but would really love to hear her voice and worry it will be sent back Return to sender...??? Now your friend sounds wonderful and i think i will help you find him so we can meet really and be close to you..LOL...give me info to help!
@Abby123 (261)
17 Jun 08
No good here at keeping in touch one little bit,ive tried but it doesnt work for me,a bit of a wild spirit here im afraid to say.
@p1kef1sh (45681)
17 Jun 08
I am somewhere in between. I can make the effort, but quite often don't.
10 Jun 08
i made a very good friend when i started a new job many years ago, then she moved away and we completely lost contact with each other, i never stopped wondering how she was, a couple of weeks ago i found her son on friends reunited i contacted him and he gave me her phone number and address, we have spoken on the phone but havent got together yet, best thing is she has moved back to the town we both started in
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
You must both be so pleased. I hope that you get to meet up soon.
• India
19 Jun 08
I miss many of my childhood friends. I surely want them to be back in my life. I miss a lot in all these days without them. This is for all my friends "I miss you guys".
@p1kef1sh (45681)
20 Jun 08
I hope that they are all reading this discussion! Good luck and thank you.
• Philippines
10 Jun 08
There are a lot of people whom I would like to get in contact with again. One is my best friend and the others are my classmates in high school. I wonder how they are doing now, what have become of them, and how they have survived college life. I have tried searching for most of them through the internet but so far my search has given zero results.
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
There are websites that can help. Maybe the school itself might have a list of alumni. I hope that you manage to make a contact.
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
10 Jun 08
I have one friend in High School and College whom I want to meet again and spend time together.But, I also do not know where they are now, no person either can tell me, we started to find jobs away from our City and I know one day, our path will meet again!
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
I hope that you do meet up again.
@suehan1 (4344)
• Australia
10 Jun 08
yes p1ke there are a few people i would like to catch up with.my brother i have not seen for about 4 years,and also my nephews who are in a difrerent state and a long way away.i am having a birhtday party for my mothers 80th this august,so i hope to catch up with them all then.cheers sue
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
I hope that they are all there and that you have a great time Sue.
10 Jun 08
There was one guy from college who i'd love to get back in touch with. I've always been a bit of an outsider, I would now say I have a wide range of taste in musi,c movies, books, and so on but back when I was a teenager and at college it was just considered weird. I had friends but I never really had things in common with most of them. I got on great with one guy though, he made those 2 years of college fun. We stayed loosely in touch for a couple of years but haven't spoke to him since i was in my early 20's. I'd like to know what he's up to and what he's doing with his life. Unfortunately I can't remember his surname!!! I'll keep trying though!
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
I have that problem. I can usually remember either the first name or the surname but not both. LOL. I hope that you find your friend.
@Samanthavv (1380)
• United States
10 Jun 08
This will sound silly, but out of everyone who I haven't seen in ages, that I wonder about...I probably wonder about the people I was in group intensive counseling with. That seems silly, but I do. I mean, those people end up opening up to you, and you to them and then you just part ways...Makes you wonder what happened to them.
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
I know exactly what you mean. I feel the same way about many of the people on here in fact. They come and go and you wonder where they are and what is happening to them.
• Malaysia
10 Jun 08
I have long time no see friends, some more best friends, but recently met them back. I'm so happy, will appreciate a lot.
@p1kef1sh (45681)
10 Jun 08
That must have been fantastic for you. What a happy time.