A lways be honest, would you want THEM to lie to you?
B e there when they need you, or you may wind up alone.
C heer them on, we all need encouragement now and then.
D on’t look for their faults, even if you have none.
E ncourage their dreams, what would we be without them?
F orgive them, you just MAY do something wrong sometime.
G et together often, misery loves company, so does glee.
H ave faith in them, the human animal is remarkable.
I nclude them, you may need to be included sometime.
J ust be there when they need you.
K now when they need a hug, and couldn’t you use one?
L ove them unconditionally, that is the ONLY condition.
M ake them feel special, because aren’t we all special?
N ever forget them, who wants to feel forgotten?
O ffer to help, and know when “No thanks” is just politeness.
P raise them honestly and openly.
Q uietly disagree, noisy NO’s make enemies.
R eally listen, a friendly ear is a soothing balm.
S ay you’re sorry, don’t let them assume it.
T alk frequently, communication is important.
U se good judgment.
V erbalize your feelings!
W ish them luck, hopefully good!
X amine your motives before you “help” out.
Y our words count, use them wisely.
Z ip your lips when told a secret.
By following these ABC’s as often as you are able, you SHOULD live a LONG and frienc-filled life.
