Lost friendship

[Lucy90]

Posting for advice please ladies
I had a very good friend, ill call her A.
We met at 16 working in a department store and became close friends very quickly. After we had both moved onto new jobs we remained close friends and met up regularly.
At 21 i we were still very close, i was by this time in a relationship with an older man who was very controlling and abusive. Due to this i let the friendship fade away. Ive been out of abusive relationship for over a year now and really miss A. Im not sure if i should contact her to try and fix things? Or what i could say to explain? Any advice appreciated

I think you should contact her. Apologise for losing touch and explain about why. Just tell her the truth. If it helps show her this thread. I think she will be really pleased to hear from you.

No harm in trying is there? Be prepared or the friendship to blossom or be a none starter. You'll only know if you contact her and when you meet up face to face. I do wish you all the best.

Thanks ladies, ive sent an email...just got to wait and see!

Good luck Lucy. She will be so chuffed to hear from you. You may not get back the same close relationship but I think She will be pleased you got in touch. Let us know how it goes.