"我失去了朋友，有些是因为死亡，有些是因为无法穿过街道。"

Losing friends is part of life, and it happens in more ways than we sometimes expect. The core message here is about the nature of friendships and how they can fade away, not only through the heartache of death but also through simple disconnection or lack of effort.

Think about it: we all have friends we don’t see anymore. Sometimes, it’s because they’ve passed away — those losses hit us hard and are tough to move past. But often, friendships end because of something less dramatic. People can just drift apart, or perhaps someone didn't make enough effort to keep in touch. It’s like that friend who lives just across the street, but you never find the time to visit because life gets in the way or priorities shift.

Let's dive into an example to make this more concrete. Imagine you're in college, and you have a best friend named Lisa. You two are inseparable. You share everything from late-night study sessions to weekend adventures. But graduation comes, and you each move to different cities for jobs. At first, you text and call regularly, but as time goes by, the messages become less frequent. You get busy with work, meet new people, and slowly, the friendship that once meant the world to you slips away. Lisa’s not any less important to you, but you both just don’t cross the street anymore — metaphorically speaking.

This idea can be a bit sobering and a reminder of how easy it is to let go of important connections if we’re not careful. So how do we keep our friendships alive? Make an effort. It’s as simple and as hard as that. Schedule regular catch-ups, be it a phone call, a coffee date, or even a video chat. Don’t wait for the other person to reach out. Sometimes, it's on us to cross that street.

Now, let’s bring this wisdom to life with a relatable story. Picture Sarah. She’s got a demanding job and two kids, but she values her friendships deeply. She noticed she was losing touch with her old friend, Mike, who lives just a couple of blocks away. They used to hang out all the time, but now, they barely speak. Sarah decides to change that. She starts small, sending Mike a funny meme or a quick text to check in. Over time, they plan to meet up for coffee once a month. It’s nothing grand, but those moments keep their friendship alive and well. Mike appreciates it and starts doing the same, and before long, they’re back to being the close friends they were.

So, next time you think of an old friend, take a moment to reach out. It doesn’t have to be a grand gesture. A simple message or a quick call can make all the difference. Remember, friendships can be fragile — sometimes, all it takes is crossing the street.