Have you ever had a friend who makes you want to mind your manners?

I recently connected with a friend with whom I haven’t interacted in years.

When we started chatting, I was so excited. It brought back all sorts of memories.

But then I was struck by the most curious of emotions. Having this friend around makes me want to be careful about how much of a jackass I am.

What’s interesting is that my friend is about the least critical person I’ve ever meant. At the same time, my friend has little tolerance for blatant ignorance.

Though tomfoolery is completely ok.

This is why we need friends to call us on our bullshit.

So, I’m not going to delete any posts. But, knowing that my friend is here has cause that thought to cross my mind more than once.