Many of us are lucky enough to find a handful of people in our lifetime who we can truly call a "friend". They do and say things to lift us up, not break us down. They are our shoulders to lean on, not the foot that kicks us when we are already low. They call out the best in us versus pointing out our faults. They are the first to tell us "great job!" instead of the unsolicited "this is what you really should have done."
Yes, our friends are there to hold us accountable, when we need it. And sometimes this is a fine line. But a true friend knows when we need our feet held to the fire and when to keep judgements to themselves and silently "agree to disagree".
I have many friends like this, but only one is consistently there for me in all of these positive roles.
Ladies and Gentlemen...MEET DUKE.
Go ahead. Laugh. But this dog always makes me smile. I swear it's his goal in life to make me happy. If I'm upset, he is the first one there giving me a sweet look that makes the clouds go away. All he wants in return is some food, a little scratchin' and a place to sleep. All of which he gets in abundance. He is always happy to see me and greets me with a smile. (Yes...he smiles). He gives me unconditional love and I do the same with him. He never, ever judges me and he is always there for support. What more could you want in a friend?
Gotta love true friends. I love mine.
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