Often the least glamorized, but the most meaningful of relations, friendships exist on a plane of common understanding.  Sometimes even transcending the bond of family; it is the delight of a shared sensibility and "Somewhere only WE know."   

       

EMERSON 
ON FRIENDSHIP

"The effect of the indulgence of this human affection is a certain cordial exhilaration. In poetry and in common speech, the emotions of benevolence and complacency which are felt towards others are likened to the material effects of fire; so swift, or much more swift, more active, more cheering, are these fine inward irradiations. From the highest degree of passionate love to the lowest degree of good-will, they make the sweetness of life."

If you're on your spiritual path, your friendships will reflect this.  While every relationship has challenges, when each individual is accountable and makes the effort to achieve harmony, something special is earned and created that cannot be overvalued.  

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from QuamTAO on the status of your friendships.

If you're here visiting regularly we consider you a great friend; and we just want to remind you that...

      

(God graces us through friends, let us be glad for them, however long we may be blessed by their presence.)

Your interactions with others are dynamic and unique, just like playing music.  Don't expect every relationship to be the same.  Part of the fun is finding those who bring out different, positive aspects of your personality.  Above all, we're here to serve and help one another grow.  People who want you to stay small are not your real friends.  Real friends will accept you as you are, while still expecting you to improve.  

Be a good friend to yourself!