Real Friends
I have been greatly blessed in my life to have friends, both old and new, that support me and help me to be a better person. Some of my closest friends have been by my side for as long as I can remember, but time isn't the only thing that bonds two people together. In life we stumble across people with whom we seem to make an instant connection. So how are meaningful friendships formed and how do some last a lifetime while others die off seemingly before they start? I believe that the answer is something quite simple. If we look to our own lives and think of our best friends we are sure to find the answer. Real friends are just that... real. There is no need to act, pretend, or impress each other as there is a deep mutual understanding of one another. Unlike some who are willing to hang out when things are easy, fun, and convenient, real friends are more than happy to stay around when things get rough, bad, and ugly. They want the best for you and will support you in you