The context of the following conversation is Aubrey thought of Remy almost every day, even though they were long gone.:
Remy says Aubrey still chats with me every day..
The friend responds Is this your friend from another state?.
Remy responds Yeah, I'm still in her daily thoughts even though I moved across the country five years ago..
The friend responds Are you more like family than like friends?.
Remy responds Yes, I don't even keep in touch with my parents that closely..
The friend responds You guys must have a special bond..