FRIENDSHIP

“Oh, the comfort – the inexpressible comfort of feeling safe with a person, having neither to go with thoughts, nor measure words, but pouring them allout, just as they are, chaff and grain together, knowing htat a faithful hand will take and sift them – keep what is worth keeping – and with the breath of kindness blow the rest away” Anonymous

Friendships come and go, but most importantly they are there. Good and bad memories stain our minds, to be repeated over and over again as we grow older. Telling them to our children and grandchildren. Just give anyone sufficient time and you will learn about their best friend.

This is a tribute to all the friends that we have or had. They moulded our opinions on issues. Made us think differently of ourselves. Aristotle said friendship is “One soul inhabiting two bodies.”

I have had a particular person as a friend for the past 25 years. We have gone through the ups and downs of relationships. We have been together and apart so many times. Shared tears, laughter, smiles and advise over this time. My deepest secrets are buried inside her.

I know that you have someone. A person who doesn’t judge you when you talk. From whom you cannot hide thoughts and feelings. Today, go to that friend and salute them for allowing you to be who you really are. Who accepts you unquestioningly. And should you have not yet found that person, search for them. They are worth every moment of your life.