SIMPLE VS. REAL
A simple friend has never seen you cry; A simple friend doesn't know your parents first names; A simple friend brings a bottle of wine to your party; A simple friend hates it when you call after she has gone to bed; A simple friend talks to you about her problems; A simple friend wonders about your romantic history; A simple friend, when visiting, acts like a guest; A simple friend thinks the friendship is over when you have an argument; A simple friend always expects you to be there for her;
a real friend has shoulders soggy from your tears.
a real friend has their phone numbers in her address book.
a real friend comes early to help you cook and clean.
a real friend asks why you took so long to call.
a real friend seeks to help you with yours.
a real friend could blackmail you with it.
a real friend opens your refrigerator and helps herself.
a real friend knows that it is not a friendship until after you have had a fight.
a real friend expects to always be there for you.