Birds of a feather flock together. We’ve all heard the phrase and know the meaning. The saying has been around for ages and is still used. Why? Because there’s truth in it. As far back as a young girl, I can remember my parents saying they didn’t want me hanging around certain people because they saw a change in my demeanor. Of course, I didn’t notice anything different, but, then again, it’s more often people on the outside looking in that can give us a truth we don’t seem to recognize. Have you ever noticed people who pair off at office parties? Or, the different cliques at school? There are groups from the drama team to detention regulars and everything in between. Why does this happen? Because people want to be with like-minded people. We want to enjoy things with company. Is there anything wrong with having people around us to share good times with? Absolutely not. Friends are vital. The problem lies when what others are doing/saying...
Arise from the past. Adhere to the present. Await the future.