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The True Story of Two Friends Separated for Years by the Ocean

Melvin Blair

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In the annals of friendship, there are few stories as touching as that of two friends who were separated for years by the ocean. Their story is a testament to the enduring power of friendship, and it is a reminder that even when life throws us its toughest challenges, we can always find hope in the people we love.

Dear Exile: The True Story of Two Friends Separated (for a year) by the Ocean (Vintage Departures)

by Hilary Liftin

4.7 out of 5

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The two friends, John and Michael, met in college. They were both avid sailors, and they quickly bonded over their shared love of the sea. After graduation, they went their separate ways, but they stayed in touch. John moved to California, while Michael stayed in New York.

A few years later, John decided to take a sailing trip around the world. He invited Michael to join him, but Michael had to decline. He had just started a new job, and he didn't want to leave it. John understood, and he set off on his journey alone.

John's journey took him to some of the most beautiful places on Earth. He sailed through the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, and the Indian Ocean. He met amazing people and had incredible experiences. But throughout it all, he never forgot about Michael.

Meanwhile, Michael was back in New York, working hard and raising a family. He missed John dearly, but he knew that his friend was out there somewhere, living his dream. He often thought about John, and he wondered what adventures he was having.

Years passed, and John and Michael lost touch. John continued to sail around the world, while Michael continued to work and raise his family. But even though they were no longer in contact, they never forgot about each other.

One day, John was sailing off the coast of Australia when he saw a familiar face. It was Michael! Michael was also sailing around the world, and he had just finished a leg of his journey in Australia. John was overjoyed to see his old friend, and they embraced each other warmly.

The two friends spent the next few days catching up. They talked about their lives, their families, and their adventures. They laughed and cried together, and they realized that even though they had been separated for years, their friendship was as strong as ever.

Eventually, it was time for John to continue on his journey. But before he left, he made Michael a promise. He promised that he would come back to visit him one day. Michael smiled and said that he would be waiting.

John sailed away, and Michael watched him go. He knew that he might never see his friend again, but he was content. He knew that their friendship would last forever.

Years later, John kept his promise. He returned to Australia and visited Michael. The two friends were reunited once again, and they spent the next few days reminiscing about their past and talking about their future. They laughed and cried together, and they realized that their friendship was even stronger than before.

The story of John and Michael is a testament to the enduring power of friendship. It is a reminder that even when life throws us its toughest challenges, we can always find hope in the people we love.

Epilogue

John and Michael continued to be close friends for the rest of their lives. They visited each other often, and they always made time for each other when they were in town. They were both grateful for the friendship that they had, and they knew that it was something special.

John and Michael's story is a reminder that friendship is one of the most important things in life. It is something that we should cherish and nurture. Friends are the people who make us laugh, who make us cry, and who are always there for us when we need them. They are the people who make life worth living.

If you are lucky enough to have a friend like John or Michael, never take them for granted. Cherish your friendship and let them know how much you care. You never know when you might be separated, but you can always be sure that your friendship will last forever.

Dear Exile: The True Story of Two Friends Separated (for a year) by the Ocean (Vintage Departures)

by Hilary Liftin

4.7 out of 5