I agree......How sad...

Sometimes It seems as though struggles and difficult situations show who your true friends are. One of my friends recently posted on their blog how she has felt left high and dry by friends at times when she is going through a tough time. I have to admit i have felt the same way. I think a lot of people are willing to be your friend as long as times are good, and you are capable of making them happy and secure. As long as your their listening ear, they are just peachy, but when the tables are turned and you are bogged down my a sudden woe, or undesirable circumstances, they flee. How sad... Don't people realize there is more of a blessing being the listening ear? Don't they realize great encouragement comes to the heart that helps bear someones burden? I have been brought so much joy just by walking along side some of my close friends while they were going through very troublesome waters in their lives. I also think its difficult for many people to listen to a persons trouble without passing judgement. They immediately feel like they can't relate, therefore they are unable to be an encouragement. Hello, what about empathy? Where is the compassion? Again, i feel for my friend, and I do hope she feels like I am always here for her. If you are reading this post, please know that although my world may not be perfect, I am always here for you, to encourage you and build you up. To lift you up in prayer. To be that listening ear or sounding board.