Friendship ..

.. is bringing beautiful food, not once but every fortnight, for a year.

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... is not judging when I drink, smoke and disobey doctor's orders or swear in front of your children.

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.. is taking me to Chase Farm Hospital and joining a 5 hour queue for help.

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.. is taking me to sleep in your home at a moment's notice.

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.. is taking me to Finchley Memorial to have my wretched wound checked yet again, keeping me talking so I don't get scared while I wait for attention, and bringing me back to my door, without so much as a murmur.

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World's best friend award to my favourite teacher, S~s.