When Promises Fade: Navigating the Erosion of Close Friendships
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A reader seeks advice from Dear Abby about a close friendship that has faded since her best friend moved away. Despite promises to stay in touch, the friend has become distant and unresponsive. Dear Abby advises the reader to let go, as not all friendships last forever and it seems that this one has reached its expiration date. The reader is encouraged to express their feelings but to also accept that the friendship may no longer be the same.
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