Friends are family we chose for ourselves

Friendship is illustrated in love, sympathy, kindness, loyalty, generosity, forgiveness, altruism, mutual understanding, compassion, trust, and the ability to be oneself and to express one’s feelings.

I have friends who have contributed to my success in life. Many have offered financial, advisory, spiritual, academic, and emotional support. Interestingly, most of my friends are my teachers and, hence, way older than I am.