At least I've found a strong friendship with my friend A. We were very close in high school and after graduation we went our separate ways. There was no falling out, and I believe it was A who reached out to me to catch up over a cup of coffee. I really enjoy our friendship and today she picked me up (car trouble) and we went out for brunch and she helped me pick out an outfit for an upcoming interview. I told her the story of K because we all went to the same high school. She said, "yeah, he's not a good guy, but that's your viewpoint" and left it at that, and I was quick to change the subject and we continued to have a blast shopping and enjoyed each other's company. I hope it all works out and we continue to be really good friends.