Reconnect with an old friend

My old friend has been on my mind for a long time. We have not spoken in years as are ways did not part in a very positive way. I was very nervous to take the first step again. However, after I sent him a message, he was very open to a discussion and we both showed genuine interest in each other´s lives. Sometimes you just need to check on people who you cared once cause if you are kind, you will always care. I find it hard to find true friends nowadays and it felt so good to be able to talk to someone in a very relaxed way.