Comments on: What kind of friend are you?

By: Terry

Terry — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:46:33 +0000

When asked if I can help I answer “Yes” then I ask “how”

By: Vanessa Rae

Vanessa Rae — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 13:40:58 +0000

I must be honest too, lately I feel that I have been a poor friend as well. When I'm feeling overwhelmed and don't quite have a handle on my perspectives I tend to disappear and and try to handle life all on my own. I'm realizing that by connecting with others and being a thoughtful friend, I can take the focus off of myself and therefore see that we are all in this together, we all have our own stresses and circumstances yet one of our greatest resources for happiness is the friendships we hold close to our hearts.

By: stella

stella — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:25:07 +0000

I am a loyal friend who is a good listener. I am gifted with the most incredible group of friends whom I can truly depend on through thick and thin. My challenge in life is to allow them to give to me as much as I give to them. Working on it!!

By: marieleona

marieleona — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 12:39:09 +0000

I once took a personality test with my best friends and the end result was that I was a romantic among warriors, which meant that most of my friends are competitive, go getters and strong minded. I can be that too, but most times I'm the listener, the shoulder to cry on, the pacifier, the philosopher, the romantic among the warriors. I hope I'm a great friend, non-judgemental, easy-going and loving. I'm also a wise-cracking, take life with a grain of salt kind of gal so I think basically my friends like to be around me.

By: Karen

Karen — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 15:23:31 +0000

I am often referred to as partner in crime. Often I am up for just about anything and will make the ride as fun as possible. I am also there to bring special toothpaste half way around the world for a girlfriend's daughter who won't use anything else (I was already coming to visit, but wasn't going to check my luggage... whole other story)

I will be honest if asked how a friend looks or if something should be purchased. I am a friend who will do anything technical/ construction/ repair I can for free and recommend someone if I can't.

I am a friend who forgets birthdays and middle names and has very little recollection of how I have met and maintained the friendships I have.

By: Mary

Mary — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 05:17:05 +0000

Aloha LaLou,

I've always found that my friendships have started based on proximity or common interests. Anyone interesting at work or where you live? What are your hobbies or things that you want to try? Depending on what you can afford, take classes, join a group that does hikes, check out events at museums or theaters, etc. I recently started running with the Niketown Running Club and have met some really nice people through that. I wish you luck. It does get harder as you get older to make close friends, but if you make a few, it's worth it!

By: Mary

Mary — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 05:12:40 +0000

I am an amazing friend. I'm loyal, generous, supportive, the social coordinator, the fun instigator, I have a great set of ears and love to give and get hugs. I always remember birthdays, although I might be a day late. I have had a large number of my friends for AGES, and I love them all with all my heart.

By: Alison

Alison — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 04:38:30 +0000

You sound like you'd attract good friends, you're a great one yourself. The truth is something all people need to face, as much as many don't wish to.

By: Alison

Alison — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 04:00:39 +0000

No poetry, just a smile. What you wrote is really beautiful.

By: Alison

Alison — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 03:59:32 +0000

I'm the kind of friend who is supportive, loyal, self-sacrificing and honest. I tell stories, use metaphors, and quote lines that I like. I also carry secrets with me to the grave, something I've done for a very long time.