a little advice

hello,
I was going through old alice blog posts (I always do this when I’m feeling a little nostalgic lol) and I saw that in the past people used to send you personal questions for advice. I thought that your answers were always so genuine so I thought I’d ask for some quick advice.

About a year ago, I ended a friendship with a girl because she was talking badly about me behind my back, among other reasons. We haven’t talked in months and I was so upset I even unadded her on social media. However, it’s been a long time and she’s broken up with her old boyfriend (who I think contributed to the end of the friendship).I intended to reach out to her again once summer was over, but my school is planning to go virtual this year. Do you think it’s a good idea to reach out online (via text/snapchat?) I’ve been trying to let go of this grudge for a while now but I’m not sure if trying to talk online is the best idea.

Thank you so much for reading this mess and it’s totally okay if you don’t’ want to respond, I know this blog is meant to be more alice-centered. Thank you for all you do. Your books are getting me through high school. 🙂

The Alice blog is whatever readers want it to be.  Regarding your former friend, I would always attempt to reach out.  You will regret it more if you don’t reach out and always wish you had, than if you reach out and she rejects you. At least you’ll always know you went that extra mile–you tried.  If it were me–and probably because I’m a writer–I would write a personal note and send it by US mail.  The only more personal way to contact her otherwise is a phone call, and that has more chance of ending badly.  If you would rather a private message online, that’s OK too.  But take the high road–explain why you were upset without sounding too accusatory and emphasize how much you miss her.  Best of luck.