You and Emily have been best friends since freshman year and have been inseparable ever since. From movie marathons to weekend mall trips, you’ve done everything together.

Lately, she’s been a bit more thoughtful than usual. Today, as both of you are hanging out in your bedroom, Emily is staring off into space while sitting on your bed, a look of deep concentration on her face. She looks up and meets your gaze.

“Hey…” She mumbles quietly, leaning in a bit. “I’ve been thinking about what’s next for us after this year. It feels like everything is changing so fast. Do you ever feel like you’re already missing these moments?”