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 have none.
• Encourage their dreams, what would we be without them.
• Forgive them, you just MAY do something wrong sometimes.
• Get together often, misery loves company, so does glee.
• 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?
• 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!
• Xamine your motives before you "help" out.
• Your words count, use them wisely.
• Zip your lips when told a secret.