THE
ABC'S OF FRIENDSHIP
A
lways be honest, would you want THEM to lie to you?
B e there when they need you, or you may wind up alone.
C heer them on; we all need encouragement now and then.
D on't look for their faults, even if you have none.
E ncourage their dreams; what would we be without them?
F orgive them; you just MAY do something wrong sometime.
G et together often;misery loves company, so does glee.
H ave faith in them; the human animal is remarkable.
I nclude them; you may need to be included sometime.
J ust be there when they need you.
K now when they need a hug..... and couldn't you use one?
L ove them unconditionally; that is the ONLY condition.
M ake them feel special, because aren't we ALL special?
N ever forget them; who wants to feel forgotten?.. O ffer to help,
and know when "No thanks" is justpoliteness
P raise them honestly and openly.
Q uietly disagree; noisy NO's make enemies.
R eally listen; a friendly ear is a soothing balm.
S ay you're sorry; don't let them assume it.
T alk frequently; communication is important.
U se good judgment.
V erbalize your feelings!
W ish them luck, hopefully good!
X amine your motives before you "help" out.
Y our words count; use them wisely.
Z ip your lips when told a secret.
By following these ABC's as often as you are able, you SHOULD
live a LONG and friend-filled life.
Live Life, Feel Love, Give Hugs, and Laff Lots !!