FRIENDS

As a college student, i have discovered the various personalities and characteristics that your typical student is likely to come across on a daily.  The social dynamics differ but yet understandable if time is taken to observe them thoroughly.  Our cultures, traditions, religions and customs are all exposed in this one compound allowing individuals to have an open mind towards others and exercise tolerance. 

I believe that it takes a set of mature individuals to be able to interact in such dynamics.  As a result, there is more unity and cooperation as the days unfold.  Considering the times our parents were conformed to a certain 'kind' of acts, its undoubtedly true that we have progressed intensely but also in a more gradual, comfortable manner.

Growing up I had the privilege to be exposed to different kinds of people without paying emphasis on the skin colour or background.  As young individuals we would get along based on sincerity, reliability and trust and that drew the ground foundation to that relationship.  Everything else that you had to learn about your friend as far as upbringing is concerned would unfold in due time.  This has helped me alot in understanding people and not be downright judgemental.  I believe that people act on things for their own given reasons, whether it be pressure, desire or impulse so whatever the outcome is, its meant to be.

I have to acknowledge my high-school friends for giving me a wider perspective in life.  They have paved the way and made it easier for me to relate to just about anyone and for this reason I can be able to communicate however, whereever and without boundaries. 

That Shoulder

I believe that it is of paramount importance to have that one soul that you can rely on.  The pressures that come with dealing with day to day battles and uphills that have a habit of stirring your mood can take its tolls every now and again.  Yes, you wake up on a natural high with the world in your pocket but there are other times where it just so happens that you crashed and landed on the wrong side of the bed.  With these different changes that one encounters, it is highly considerable to keep a close shoulder close by just for upliftment and closure.

It is definitely not easy building this form of sentimental friendship with a person.  The fact that you are both unique individuals already poses as a hindrance to your desired destination in each others lives.  Then there's the "getting to know and understand each other" acknowledgement.  Its a reasonable statement to say that this part goes uneasy.  The various elements involved in accepting your friend as a complete package is undoubtedly time-consuming, requires patience and of course tolerance.  May I not forget to mention the 'surprising' aspects of that individual that you come across at random.

I might be going a bit astray on the matter but the bottom line is, it is definitely all worth it in the end when you are at comfort with someone.  The friend you can cry on, share laughter with and has a clear picture of the person that you are and is accepting of that.  Nothing beats that relationship and it should definitely be cherished.  Its not everyday that one is likely to build such solid relationships which is the reason why they are made to be one-of-a-kind.

I share this friendship with a woman in my life whom I appreciate dearly.  Time nor distance plays a factor in knowing the importance that she has in my life and the role she plays.  It is a blessing to witness such love and compassion and I am forever grateful for her.