Anyone can stand by you when you are right,

But a Friend will stand by you even when you are wrong.



A simple friend identifies himself when he calls.

A real friend doesn't have to.



A simple friend opens a conversation

With a full news bulletin on his life.

A real friend says, "What's new with you?"



A simple friend thinks the problems you whine about are recent.

A real friend says,

"You've been whining about the same thing for 14 years.

Get off your duff and do something about it."



A simple friend has never seen you cry.

A real friend has shoulders soggy from your tears.



A simple friend doesn't know your parents' first names.

A real friend has their phone numbers in his address book.



A simple friend brings a bottle of wine to your party.

A real friend comes early to help you cook

And stays late to help you clean.



A simple friend hates it when you call after he has gone to bed.

A real friend asks you why you took so long to call.



A simple friend seeks to talk with you about your problems.

A real friend seeks to help you with your problems.



A simple friend wonders about your romantic history.

A real friend could blackmail you with it.



A simple friend, when visiting, acts like a guest.

A real friend opens your refrigerator and helps himself.



A simple friend thinks the friendship is over

When you have an argument.

A real friend knows that it's not a friendship until after

You've had a fight.



A simple friend expects you to always be there for them.

A real friend expects to always be there for you!