Day 5: Friendship Matters

Today and yesterday, two of my friends stopped by and I was almost going to cancel going out to lunch given all I had to do. Another came by today, and I almost cancelled too. Ironically both friends had years ago shared a book with me called the "Friendship Factor."  It's a wonderful book about how to get close to the people you care about. The first chapter talks about the rewards of friendship.


We spent a wonderful afternoon, talking, sharing, and laughing. I almost missed out on the rewards of their company and the fun we had spending time together. 

I asked one of my friends when it comes to friendship what matters. She said having friends who encourage you and who spend time with you.

Lesson 5 in Every Day  Like It Matters: Show your friends they matter. Spend time with them. Do something that they like to do and want to do.  Enjoy all its rewards and more. Take a few notes from the Friendship Factor: "Devote Yourself to Friendship!