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A mere friend will agree with you, but a real friend will argue.

A mere friend will agree with you, but a real friend will argue. – Russian Proverb What does that mean? As an aside, this is also listed as an Assyrian Proverb. It means just what it says, that a mere … Continue reading

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There are plenty of acquaintances in the world; but very few real friends.

There are plenty of acquaintances in the world; but very few real friends. – Chinese Proverb What does that mean? This saying goes back to the definition of “friend” vs that of “acquaintances.”  And, despite the existence of a textbook … Continue reading

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Sometimes we expect more from others because we’d be willing to do that much for them them.

Sometimes we expect more from others because we’d be willing to do that much for them them. – Unknown What does that mean? To me, it speaks of optimism and generosity, of giving and of love.  Most of us have … Continue reading

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