history: My friend flew into town this week and I get to see him again after 4 years! I can't wait to see him My friend flew into town this week and I get to see him again after 4 years! That's awesome! It's always good to catch up with an old buddy.
current: Yup! I've been wanting to see him so this works out perfectly. 
next: Hopefully he hasn't changed too much and you guys still have similar interests!