My beliefs and experiences of friendship have changed dramatically over the past few years. A lot has changed since my freshman year, and I've recently spent a lot of time reflecting on the people who have been in my life since then. What does it mean for each friendship to fill a different niche? How are friendships like seasons? How and why do I tie specific people to specific places, objects, and songs? And finally...looking ahead to next year, what will it mean for me to leave college, a place that has an inherent social infrastructure and carries so many of my past memories, conversations, and emotions?