My sister and I were friends on Facebook.

We didn't get to see each other often because of our schedules. I work full-time Monday-Friday, she worked mostly weekends waiting tables. When she worked close to where I live, we saw her every Sunday morning. I would leave her little messages on her Facebook page and send her pictures of the boys. 

At the time those little things were exchanged I never thought I would cherish the virtual words we shared as much as I do right now.

Lately, I find myself going 'back in time' on Facebook to read every comment and conversation we shared there. Looking at every picture that we're in, or more commonly, the pictures of her that I took. When I read her comments, I hear her voice in my head. When I look at these pictures, I can remember those days so perfectly and clearly and I play them back in my head like mini movies. I find myself wishing that I had taken some video of her or saved at least one old voice mail. I'd even settle for something with her writing on it. Something that was her.

I don't know if doing this helps me or makes it hurt more but I can't seem to stop myself.

I don't want to forget all those times and conversations that we shared. I guess I feel that repeatedly looking at those things will permanently cement those memories into my mind for safekeeping.