Something once learned...

[kyburg]

I owe one thing to Cliff, when it comes to dealing with people.

He taught me that there more kinds of associations you have with others besides being a friend or being a stranger.

You may also have acquaintances. Know the difference between these and friends, and never confuse the two.

Kind of the difference between infatuation and love. Kind of a waiting room for something more.

But never trust an acquaintance with what you would trust a friend with.

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[veilofire.livejournal.com]

In a time far away, in a place I used to be,while helping some miner's re-sign up for their group health benefits, I met an old man. He was about 63 I think, and still working underground.
He couldn't read or write and I had to help him with the forms (talk about a wakeup call for me !).
At any rate, we began to talk about life in general.
When we were finished, he told me, "I have many acquaintances in this life, but few friends. I will call you my friend."
I was touched and have never forgotten that phrase...
"I have many acquaintances, but few friends."
It is true.
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