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Originally Posted by flamesfever
When we get old, the things that give our life meaning are the things we have done to help others. These tend to offset our regrets.
I think by not offering your friendship and support at this time, it may become one of your regrets.
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disagree.
faking a friendship for someone from your distant past because you might regret not doing so after 15+ years of no contact?
offer kind words, don't mention the debt and carry on.
being the guys buddy now would be one of those things someone does so they can later brag about how noble and awesome they are.
OP. only reconnect if you really miss him, have thought about him often in a positive way over the last 15 years and really want to be friends again, if only for a short time.
don't do so out of pity or because others would regret not doing it. you're not anyone else here. his burden shouldn't be yours.