Blood might be thicker than water but that doesn't mean your friends can't be like your family. In fact, sometimes they form bonds with you that are stronger than the ones you share with actual family. But then, life happens and while some friendships can withstand time and space, some just fizzle out. So, if you have a friend that you'd like to get back in touch with, here are a few ways in which you can revive that spark into your friendship.

To begin with, you'll have to take the first step and reach out to them. You can do this by dropping them a text if you have their number, or sending them an email or even just looking them up on social media. Do remember to be polite and casual. Let them reply before thinking about taking things further.

Understand that you're reaching out to this person after a bit so although you may be excited to get back in touch with them, you need to give them time to process things. Don't start bombarding them with messages and do not be too persistent about having a chat or meeting up. Give them space to figure things out first.

One of the best ways to bring back a spark into your relationship with them is to talk about the past and all the memories the two of you share. Try to meet them at places where you two used to frequent in the past. This will help bring back cherished memories and will help you two reconnect.

As time passes a lot of things change. The cool friend you now know might be a doting mom who hardly has time for hobbies. But that doesn't mean you should feel put off. Try to be interested in what they tell you so that they know you're serious about maintaining your friendship.