ABC's Of
Friendship
Always be honest. Would you want
THEM to lie to you?
Be there when
they need you ... or you may wind up alone.
Cheer them on. We
all need encouragement now and then.
Don't look for
their faults, even if you think you have none.
Encourage
their dreams. What would we be without them?
Forgive
them. You just MAY do something wrong sometime.
Get
together often. Misery loves company, so does joy.
Have faith
in them. The human animal is remarkable.
Include them. You
may need to be included sometime.
Just be there
when they need you.
Know when they
need a hug, and couldn't you use one too?
Love them
unconditionally. That is the ONLY condition.
Make them
feel special, because aren't we ALL special?
Never
forget them. Who wants to feel forgotten?
Offer to
help and know when "No thanks" is just politeness.
Praise
them honestly and openly.
Quietly
disagree. Noisy "NO's" make enemies.
Really
listen. A friendly ear is a soothing balm.
Say you're
sorry. Don't let them assume it.
Talk
frequently. Communication is important.
Use good
judgment.
Verbalize
your feelings!
Wish them
luck ... hopefully good!
X-amine
your motives before you "help" out.
Your words
count. Use them wisely.
Zip your
lips when told a secret.
By following these ABC's as often as you are able,
you SHOULD live a LONG and friend-filled life.
~ Author Unknown ~

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