u/sheitanmusic

I recently stepped back from a friendship with someone I’ve known for nearly 20 years. Over time, the friendship had started to feel completely one-sided. I was always the one initiating, always the one checking in, always the one offering to show up.

She’s been going through a genuinely difficult time, and I had real empathy for that. But every time I suggested meeting up or even just coming over with food, I would get ghosted or left hanging.
Eventually, I told her honestly how much it had been affecting me. What hurt most wasn’t even the distance itself, but that the response felt defensive rather than curious. There wasn’t much acknowledgment of my hurt, mostly explanations for hers.

And the complicated part is: I believe her. I know she’s struggling. I still love her deeply. But I also had to acknowledge that I was hurting too.

It still stings. Nearly 20 years is a long time to quietly close a door on.

I was looking at some ready-to-wear options from H&M and C&A, but thought to splurge a little more to get some properly fitted suits.

Any suggestions for tailors around or close to central would be appreciated. I'll need at least 2 suits. The range for each suit is between €500 - €1000.

Literally everyday for the past few days. They have been revving their engines close to Centraal. It’s so annoying and so loud!