Friendship

I have had some friendships that date back to my fifth grade year, some from high school, and some from college.  My neighbors, colleagues at work, and family friends.  As my children enter their school world, I am now friends with their friends parents.  I can't imagine my life without my friends.  Every milestone in my life included my friends who have been supporting me along the way.  Some friendships haven't lasted the tests of time, and some I know will be here forever.  I think back on why some friendships don't last. I can say, with confidence, it is not because I haven't put my heart and soul into it.  I pride myself for being a good friend and for being there for the ones I love, this includes my friends.  I know how much I appreciate what my friends do for me and I work everyday to return their love and support in any way that I can.  If a friendship of mine has dissolved, I say shame on you.  Shame on you for taking me for granted and shame on you for thinking it was my fault.  EVERYONE is busy and as a friend, I make the time and embrace the time I have with my friends.  If you take your friendship away, it is your fault, not mine.  You only get to live one life, be sure of your actions before you act.  When your time is up on this Earth will your friends be surrounding you during your last days.......or will you be ALONE?