This is taken directly from Webkinznewz.....This list has many things I
would never put in and is missing several that I consider
important....but since it is so extensive I thought I would copy it (and
give the credit to them) for us to discuss.....So what do you think are
the most important ways to be a good friend....what are your top 5 (or as many as you want)


50 WAYS TO BE A GREAT FRIEND

1. Share your chocolate bar
2. Let them go first on the slide
3. Save them a seat on the bus
4. Let them choose the movie you see
5. Keep their secrets safe
6. Babysit their pet while they’re on vacation
7. When they sleep over, let them take the bed
8. Sit quietly and watch when they’re playing a single player video game
9. Give them an honest opinion when they’re trying on new clothes
10. Make them a CD of songs you think they’d like
11. Lend them your favorite book
12. Make them a one of a kind card on their birthday
13. Help them study for a big test
14. Apologize if you’ve had a fight, even when you think you’re right
15. Let them lick the bowl when you bake cookies
16. Hold the door for them
17. Tell them you love their singing – even if you don’t
18. Make a picnic for you to share
19. Send them a letter via KinzPost
20. Listen to their problems without passing judgment
21. Keep a photo of them on your bulletin board
22. Help them clean their room
23. Make them a friendship bracelet
24. Make them laugh
25. Include them in your plans
26. Let them have the last piece of pizza
27. Ask for their help when you need it
28. Bring them their homework when they’re sick
29. Try their favorite sport
30. Share your umbrella
31. Display their artwork on your wall
32. Don’t talk about them behind their back
33. Be yourself around them
34. Be on time
35. Volunteer your time for a cause that is important to them
36. Remember their birthday
37. Be on their side
38. Encourage them to make smart choices
39. Call them or email them often
40. Laugh at their jokes – even the corny ones
41. Be respectful to their family
42. Play by the rules
43. Pay attention to their interests
44. Take care of their things when you borrow them
45. Be open-minded
46. Trust them with your secrets
47. Spend time outdoors with them
48. Forgive their mistakes
49. Throw them a surprise party
50. Be there for them when they need you

Here are my top 15

5. Keep their secrets safe
9. Give them an honest opinion when they’re trying on new clothes
13. Help them study for a big test
14. Apologize if you’ve had a fight, even when you think you’re right
20. Listen to their problems without passing judgment
25. Include them in your plans32. Don’t talk about them behind their back
33. Be yourself around them
35. Volunteer your time for a cause that is important to them
36. Remember their birthday
37. Be on their side
38. Encourage them to make smart choices
41. Be respectful to their family
43. Pay attention to their interests
46. Trust them with your secrets
48. Forgive their mistake

Great choices....are there any that you would add?

The problem with me and this list is that I don't know anyone I can do that for. All my "friends" are worldly and selfish. If I trusted them with my secrets, everyone would know my secrets within the hour.

Friends come in different places and looks.....they are not always your peers.....Many times a family member, relative, adult mentor are the ones who are your friends.....especially with secrets or deep feelings. Even adults have difficulty having friends to share those things with......that's why we go to God.

BTW, I'm modifying the first post to ask for 5 or 10 ideas instead of 10 to 15