The beginning of the middle

Tomorrow I have an amazing opportunity that will change our lives. I will be in a position to demonstrate my intention to be a professional educator. Nervous? very. Excited? extremely. Tired, yes. This has taken me nine years to get to. I have went through several detours, but every road lead me to this. This is why I am here. This is the best part of me that with a little modification, will showcase the greatness within. Yes I am trusting God and I believe it is my time. I believe in myself and all that He has given me, it's time to shine. I was born to do this. I am meant to teach the world to sing in perfect harmony...

Friends

How many times do we call someone "friend?" What are the qualities involved in labeling someone more than an aquaintance but less than a lover, partner or spouse, etc? What are the unspoken rules of friendship shared between people? When does the friendship find its path that lead to a level of trust that if cared for, will not easily break? How does the search commence and who are the judges? I do not know. One thing I can say with some level of certainty, a good friend is hard to find, even harder to keep. I have given this esteemed title to many only to regret the decision when the situations require more than I am willing to give. I keep a healthy distance between myself and people as a general rule of thumb. This selfish act has kept me from a lot of disappointments with most people. I am not afraid to bond with people, just sometimes find comfort in being selfish....
Recently the rules of friendship took root in a very unexpected, effortless way. I found what I will call, a friend. I found a level of unspoken trust that was comforting and true. Today my friend has moved on to greater endeavors, leaving me aghast. Does this mean that I did not find a friend, or that heartless code...out of sight, out of mind, will ensue? If that happens as most things in life fade with time, I can say I know what it means, to have a friend.
Adios Amigo