- She sends me a birthday card each year telling me how much she appreciates and treasures our friendship.
- She listens to my dreams and hopes as well as discouragements as if she had nothing else to do in her life.
- She not only buys the book I have written, but she also reads it and shares it with others.
- She supports my many endeavors even when they are more than a little crazy in any way that her health will allow.
- She withholds judgment when my behavior is less than what it should be and focuses instead on my better self and my potential.
Research studies have indicated that people are blessed if they can count on one hand all the true friends they have had in their lifetime. I am blessed that Julie is one of those friends for me. My only regret is that in our limited time together Julie is so busy being this kind of friend to me that I have neglected being that kind of friend to her.
