The Summerland Advocate-Messenger - Reliable, Trustworthy Reporting, Capturing The Heartbeat Of Our Community

Most of us have one, that single being who keeps us grounded and offers support even when we don't deserve it.

I'm talking about man's - and woman's - best friend that is not of the canine persuasion. In a time seemingly filled with countless obligations, family demands and self-imposed craziness, we rely on friendships for a sense of stability, a key element for living a happy and fulfilling life.

Even when we reach a low point in our lives, friends provide a sounding board and offer guidance. Sometimes, it's in the quiet moments, a shared look or reassuring smile, when we realize how powe...