Do we meet people by chance or would you say it's pre-destined? Are we merely travellers in this journey of life and happen to cross paths at some juncture?

I never really thought much about it before. But lately, from conversations and events happening, i realized how much 'timing' has to do with everything. Would our relationships be where it is TODAY if we had met earlier/later?Are we meant to continue this journey together from now on? Or will we eventually separate ways in the not too distant future?

For now, i guess i should just be thankful for the company. ;)