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Lori Ann Bloomfield's avatar

Oh yes, that icky feeling when you realize that someone has been keeping score. You translated that so beautifully here, Trudi! xo

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

It is icky - a perfect way to describe it!

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Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

Oh my goodness, was someone actually taking count on what they’ve done for you? I fathom they really don’t understand the gift of friendship and how fortunate to have the love of a good friend. 🤗

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

Sadly, it’s a true story Jo-Ann. 🤗

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Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

🥲

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Alicia Joyful's avatar

That is such a gross feeling, friendships, relationships, and even family. This is precise and direct, and very to the point.

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

I never understood why people thought in that way. Thank you, Alicia.

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Alicia Joyful's avatar

I had been one of those who thought that, who did that, it must have been taught or shown to me. And as soon as this was pointed out to me, I have been aware of not being that person.

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

That shows real character, Alicia.🤗

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Alicia Joyful's avatar

Thank you!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

This really speaks to the truth of it, Trudi.

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

It does, for me! Thanks, Heidi.

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Joyce's avatar

Only too true…sadly

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

It sadly is, Joyce.

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