A little Valentine test of our friendship

I just did a little test on the relationship with my special friend of about the last month. He called last night to catch up since I haven't seen him since before my trip to New York. Later last night, I texted an invitation to a friendly Valentine's dinner at my place.

His answer this morning, "Can't but thanks."

The response doesn't surprise me, and I'm not disappointed. But these three words speak volumes about our friendship. Weekend before last when his best hangout buddy was away in Las Vegas, he was with me every night. I was there when he needed me. We had fun with just each other and with others. I kept him company and, I hope, provided a much different type of companionship than his guy friend would have.

He may think the Valentine's Day invitation means more than it does. Maybe he met someone while I was away, or perhaps he plans to hang out with the guys that night. Who knows. It seems like friends would though.

If you've been following this blog, I'm on the constant path to building better relationships with both friends and lovers. I want (and need) people in my life who are equals in a relationship. People who are responsible and treat each other and others with respect. I want to be around people I can trust.

Each experience is a lesson, and I learn something every day.

Love to the single girls,
Addison