Dear Friend, 

Do you remember the first time we met? You were trying to reach that science book on the topmost shelf of the library when you lost your balance and I happened to pass by. I caught you just in time to break your fall. 

Do you remember the time we were talking about our english project and I suddenly smiled for no particular reason at all? I smiled because a gentle breeze swept through your hair and I was able to capture that beautiful picture in my mind. 

Do you remember the time I walked you home when you sprained your ankle? I carried you all the way to your room because you couldn't walk up the stairs by yourself. When you collapsed on your bed and closed your exhausted eyes, I held your hand for a moment and kissed it gently because I was thankful you were all right. 

Do you remember our first big fight? You were telling me about Gary, that basketball player who invited you to the school dance, and I suddenly snapped at you and told you to stop your endless chatter. You looked at me with confusion then said you were sorry for wasting my time. Then you walked away and we did not speak for a week. I walked after you, but you never looked behind your back. I wanted to tell you I was jealous, but I did not have the guts to say it. 

Do you remember the day Gary broke your heart and I rushed to your side as soon as I heard? When you told me how hurt you felt, my heart ached just as well because I did not want to see you cry over him. I wanted to hold you and tell you things will be fine, but I was afraid you'd push me away. 

Do you remember our graduation day when I had to run after your car when you didn't even say goodbye? I felt so insignificant, as if I didn't matter to you at all. But when you kissed me on the cheek and apologized for forgetting to bid me farewell, all the hurt disappeared. Before you sped away, you gave me your class ring and told me to keep it forever. I did. 

I am getting married on Sunday but the memory of what has been still lingers in my mind. I wish I did not let you go without telling you how much you really meant to me. I wish I did not force a smile when you told me you found the love of your life. I wish I did not hold you in my arms pretending I was happy you were with somebody else. Above all, how I wish it were you who will be walking down the aisle towards me. 

It is already too late.