Definition: Friend

An online Dictionary gives this definition:

1. A person whom one knows, likes, and trusts.

2. A person whom one knows; an acquaintance.

3. A person with whom one is allied in a struggle or cause; a comrade.

4. One who supports, sympathizes with, or patronizes a group, cause, or movement.

Sadly, number 2 is what most "friends" are. I'm so disappointed that number 1 cannot
apply more often. As I get older it becomes more clear that most folks only are out to
get what they can out of you. It's part of our society, use it, then throw it away, after all
it's not something that can be recycled.

Each of us make our own decisions. Everyone must make their own way. Our actions
(or lack there of) effect those around us, often in an unexpected way. I'm tired of trying.
I don't want to do it anymore. It's not worth the struggle. It's not worth the pain.
Perhaps I'm just jaded, but if you want to be my friend, PROVE it.