Friendship

A  friend of ours here has been having allot of back pain and it was decided that he required extensive surgery to correct the problem.  He went to a first class hospital in Guadalajara and the surgery was preformed which included a spinal fusion complete with rods, screws and much hardware!  
There are a group of us that have formed close friendships.  One couple stepped us and took their 2 dogs for the week, another couple took the 3rd dog.  Yet another drove them into Guadalajara  to the hospital and are picking him up and bringing him home.  The forth couple are preparing meals for the arrival home.  Yet another couple has researched hospice care and have all the details set up in the event it will be required.  We have all arranged for the Red Cross to be standing waiting for the return complete with stretcher, chair or whatever else is required in order to get our friend back into the house safely and comfortably. 
We feel so very fortunate to have such a circle of caring friends who do whatever it takes to look out for each other.  It really is heartwarming to know that in time of need,  you have caring, loyal people who will come to your aid.
Friends, just imagine what you would do if you didn't have any?  As we age, friends become so very important - Greg and I are blessed with so many good ones! 
We are of the lucky ones!
A toast to all our dear friends, old friends, lifelong friends and new friends!
Be a good friend is today's message!