Another beautiful day in Northeast Ohio.
Because of this beautiful day, my post is going to be skin and bones. I'll publish another one later tonight for those of my devout followers. I really just want to say one or two things pertaining to the value of friendship.
I have 263 friends on Facebook and only a handful of substantial friends in real life. In high school it was always the most important thing to be popular and have the most friends, but hopefully maturity will make you realize that it's simply unrealistic to have that many real, true friends. And if you've never been in a situation that will prove that to you, I can only hope you see it coming.
A moment of crisis is a pretty good way to sift out the good ones from the bad ones. Something really terrible may happen to you that puts you in a not-so-good light and half of your "friends" may very easily drop off like flies. It'll be those that stick around and see past the negativity that are worth your while. Even subtle signs of loyalty can really prove their friend-value. I've had my share of transparent people I'd once referred to as friends; I've also come across some really great people that, if it weren't for an eye-opening moment of truth, I never would have realized their true worth.
Those loyal individuals make it worth the hurt and betrayal in the long run. So I just want to take the time to thank those of you who have stuck with me throughout the years, proving that you're not some scumbags who don't value the meaning of friendship. You guys are few and far between. And I sincerely hope that you see a true friend in me as well.
You can't do it alone; true friends are what make the day worthwhile and the struggle worth enduring. So, if you know the core meaning of friendship already, congratulations. It'll only get better from here. If not, I hope your moment of crisis isn't too hard on you...but if it is, just know that you'll find a real friend in there somewhere. Embrace them and be happy that you've found substance in someone.
Have a beautiful day everyone. Thanks again.
Shannon
