It is always good to follow up and check in on people you know.

• New mom / dad.
• When something bad is happening.
• Someone who just got out of the hospital.
• A friend who is living in a new home (city/apartment/dorm).
• Parents who have a kid of theirs just off to college. (Even if it is “again”.)
• Or, even, they have a kid home from college and it is “temporary” for the semester break, or the new grad coming back to save money.
• Someone who has a new job.
• In the event they have had a really bad day, week, month…or year.

No matter what you think.

• “Oh, they’re ok.”
• “I don’t want to be a bother.”
• “They don’t want to hear from me…”
• “I will reach out next week.”
• “I think they are away.”
• “I think they just got back.”
• “I have not spoken to them in ages.”
• “The last time I talked to them they were annoyed with me.”
• “Will they even remember me?”

Just go with your gut.

• Send a text.
• Send an e-mail.
• Make a call.
• Stop by.
• Don’t give up.
• Don’t stop until you connect.

It is always the right thing to do. Follow up and check in. They will definitely appreciate knowing that you care.

~ Dawn aka Hat Girl