Friendly Rhetoric
I’m back! I was told recently by a person I have known for some time that I am a good friend. That is up for debate. A question to anyone out there who cares to chime in. How do you define a “friend”?
P.S. I feel like I am writing to Dear Abby.
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Dear Rhetoric
There are many ways to define a friend but here is the simply way that I would define it. A friend (in the broadest since of the word) is someone that you enjoy being with. Friendships have many different levels and can (and really should) take on a life of its own. Friendships are a lot like finger prints because each one is unique. B4T
The Pudgeman - May 14, 2007 at 11:21 am
I was going to type something different, but i like Pudge’s definition, so I’ma stick with that.
Raivynn - May 14, 2007 at 1:15 pm
Pudge – Not the answer I was looking for but the right answer nonetheless. Last week was my first week of official unemployment and not a single phone call or email checking in on me from those whom I considered “close” at work. I’m sure they have issues, too. It’s just when you are the one it happens to it’s good to know you are still appreciated. It’s business, man. Just business. that’s all. Nothing personal. Good response, Doug.
teledan - May 14, 2007 at 5:27 pm
Raivynn – I am interested in your initial thought. Care to share anyway??
teledan - May 14, 2007 at 5:28 pm
I think like Doug mentioned, there are many levels of friendship. Much like definitions of love. I love shrimp. I love my wife.
Are my work acquaintances actually friends? Some are. I can tell those apart by the ones that invest in my life outside of the office.
I’d say a friend is in the eye of the beholder. It’s not up to someone else to tell you they are your friend. It’s up to you to decide if they are a friend, an acquaintance, or an enemy.
mudpuppy - May 15, 2007 at 12:32 pm
Mud – Great response. I think I expect too much from a couple of these people at work. I try to fill buckets more than take from them. Sometimes its great to get a full bucket, though. Thanks, MP.
teledan - May 16, 2007 at 1:20 am
A friend is someone who remains by your side through thick and thin. And I don’t mean a dog either. I like what Amos 3:3 says “Can two walk together, unless they are agreed?”
beartracks - May 16, 2007 at 2:16 am