William PennA true friend unbosoms freely, advises justly, assists readily, adventures boldly, takes all patiently, defends courageously, and continues a friend unchangeably
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A true friend unbosoms freely, advises justly, assists readily, adventures boldly, takes all patiently, defends courageously, and continues a friend unchangeably. A true friend is someone who unbosoms freely, helps you as they can without expecting any payback. Advises you as they see fit. Assists you as they can without expecting anything in return.
Enters into dangerous situations with you without expecting any reward from you. Takes all your problems with patience and gives practical advice. Defends you at great risk to themselves.
And stays a true friend by never changing or falling out of love with you.
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