It was the beginning of learning that I can't look to any one person to be my security blanket, and that my value goes deeper than one person's opinion of me. I learned that friendships are fragile and we need to handle them with respect and reverence.

Melanie Shankle
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Saying goodbye to an important friend is always difficult. Whether it is cutting off a friendship with someone who is no longer polite or helpful, because you are fed up with their negative attitude, or saying goodbye to someone who has been a source of advice and comfort to you, parting ways with one’s friends can be very painful. Saying goodbye to people that you love or need can be difficult. You want them to stick by your side. When the time comes for them to go, it is no easy task.

Source: Nobodys Cuter Than You: A Memoir About The Beauty Of Friendship

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