what is a friend?

what is a friend?

by definition:

friend

- 1. a person attached to another by feelings, affection or personal regard

- 2. a person who gives assistance; patron; supporter

Are you a good friend?

If you answered "I think so" then you may have some work to do because the answer should

always be... "Hell ya I am", "YES", "damn right", "absolutely"

Being a good friend is more than just saying you are there for them, its about showing it.

If a friend is going through a difficult time with a divorce, break-up, lay-off from work etc.

then you need to be there and show that you are there.

You get in your big ass truck and GO, you visit and are truly there.

If a friend loses a close family member

then you go to the funeral visitation, the funeral, make casseroles and at the very least send your consolescenses and are truly there.

If a friend is going through a life changing event, like getting married or having a baby

then you check in on how they are feeling, how preparations are going, help with preparations like painting the babies' room, shopping for dresses, addressing invitations, folding teeny tiny baby clothes, putting favors together and are truly there.

I have 27 days until my wedding. A life changing, huge, memorable, important event in mine and my fiance's life. BE THERE FOR US!

I have been feeling like some friends aren't there during this special and important time.

I'm not asking for anyone to commit time to putting favors together or anything at all, I just want them to recognize that I am getting married! to ask how things are going, to call or send a quick message asking "how's the planning/preparation?" Everyones' own lives are busy and I understand so its not necessary to offer if theres anything to do to help but it IS necessary to acknowledge this exciting and exhilarating time in our lives.

Take an interest please and be there, be a good friend.