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Staying in touch with the ones you love can be difficult when you relocate for college. It’s easy to lose touch with old high school friends. Transferring colleges can also pose a problem when trying to stay connected. Even studying abroad creates a connection gap, no matter the time length. However, regardless of the difficulty level, keeping up-to-date with friends is extremely important. So, POISEfashion is here to close that gap and keep you connected with the friends you shouldn’t have to live without.
            When it comes to parting ways for college, many promises are made. “I’ll call you every week” seems like a reasonable plan. But with hectic schedules and extracurricular activities, sometimes these things fall to the wayside. One way to stay involved with friends who aren’t constantly by your side is sending weekly or bimonthly e-mails. It might seem silly, but with new social circles, it’s easy to lose the connection with pals from the past. Computer savvy ladies can even create mock newsletters to keep friends – and even family – up-to-date. 
            Sending letters via snail mail is also an option. There’s nothing like reaching into the mailbox and finding something other than a bill. Another way to spice up the traditional letter is by including old snapshots accompanied by the funny tale that led to the photo. The ultimate reward is putting a smile of your friend’s face.
            If you’re as obsessed with the Internet as the rest of the nation, online greetings work well too. Many Web sites offer e-cards with goofy graphics, music and personalized messages for any occasion. These are especially useful if you have friends studying abroad or overseas. Traditional mail doesn’t always make it to remote locations and can cost a lot more as well as long distance phone calls, so the Internet is the perfect solution.
            Ladies with a little extra cash flow can also invest in some other nontraditional means of communication. If your pal has a huge exam coming up, or had a bad week, there are plenty of gift basket services willing to make the most specialized packages.
            So, no matter how busy – or broke – you are, you have no excuse for losing contact with beloved friends. It only takes a minute to send a quick e-mail or drop a letter in the mailbox. Your friends are worth it.

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story by Kristin Abbott

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