I was 11-12. I’m a she btw. I was having the worst day of my life in school and he protected me from bullies and scared them off. We became friends although we weren’t in the same class since he was 15-16. After I returned to school I never saw him again and I never actually got his name. Because he was no longer there to protect me I started getting bullied again. YouTube recommended me a song last night, it’s a 20 year old song and it was one he always listened to and sang. And I just got really teary eyed listening to it. Sometimes I miss him when I’m going through shit during the present day. Is this normal? Anyone else had similar experiences? I just hope wherever he is now he’s okay
Very normal. Pretty much everyone I know collects these little holes in their heart from important connections that for one reason or another are no longer around. Just the way of things. Hurts when the wind blows through though.
But while it’s very normal, it’s good to remind yourself that all things are temporary, and that being able to form connections is a gift to be cherished. I’m glad you had someone to be there for you, and I hope things are going well for both of you.
Keep on keeping on.