Friends for Life
She volunteers to be the designated driver on New Year’s Eve; he helps himself to a beer rather than wanting to be waited on; she doesn’t take the picture because she’s expected to be included in the family photo; he doesn’t leave the party with the crowd but instead, stays to clean up the mess; she hears what you said, but also hears what you didn’t say; when he is awakened by your call, he still says he’s so glad to hear from you; she throws you a celebration party even though you beat her out for the promotion; he knows it’s only an argument and not the end of the friendship; she loses more sleep over your problems than over her own; he knows you’d give him the shirt off your back, although he’d never ask; she gives you the bigger piece of cake, even if it’s chocolate.
Friends share one another’s dreams, open their hearts, and complete one another’s life.
That’s What Friends Are For. Are You a Good Friend?
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Additional Reading:
Good Friendships Are Priceless
Is Your Friend Really an Acquaintance?
There’s More to Friendship Than Friending
The Secrets of a Successful Marriage
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Bob Vanourek says
Another great post, Frank. How did you get to be so wise?
Frank Sonnenberg says
It’s simple Bob. I surround myself with wonderful people and I learn from them. (You included)
Have a wonderful day!
Best,
Frank
Ammar Salmi says
With friends like these, who needs anything? Beautifully written. Thank you for putting this together and sharing it. One should try to be a friend with those standards even if he can’t find a friend with them.
Frank Sonnenberg says
Hi Ammar
Thank you. I’m glad you like it 🙂
My guess is, if you’re a friend who lives according to these standards you’ll attract friends who share similar values. (Unfortunately, the opposite may be true as well.)
Thanks for taking the time to write.
Best,
Frank
Conor Neill says
wonderful text. thanks.
Frank Sonnenberg says
Thanks Conor. I’m glad you like it. Have an awesome day!
Best,
Frank