I need you to remember this about friends:

1. Friends are a gift. Treat them well. In fact, treat them how you would want them to treat you.
2. Friends challenge you to be better, not challenge you to compromise.
3. Friends support your dreams.
4. Friends show up for you.
5. Friends are a reflection of your heart too.
6. Friends make you laugh.
7. Friends, real friends, are worth fighting for.
8. Friends listen.
9. Friends don’t make fun of others.
10. Friends remember you.
11. Friends will tell you if you look good or that outfit doesn’t look good or if you have something in your teeth.
12. Friends are trustworthy.
13. Friends give back, they don’t just take.
14. Friends get “you”.
15. Friends care deeply for each other.
16. Friends get in the trenches, the messy spaces of life with you.
17. Friends are empathetic, but they don’t let you wallow.
18. Friends have your back..
19. Friends are a gift, never take them for granted.
20. Friends make you a better you.