Standing Firm When It Matters Most

What quality do you value most in a friend?

The older I get, the more I realise that friendship isn’t measured by the years we’ve known each other, the likes on a post, or the ease of convenience.

It’s measured by who remains when the storm arrives.

Loyalty is rare. Genuine honesty is rarer still.

Give me the friend who speaks the truth when it’s uncomfortable, who stands beside me when it’s inconvenient, and who stays when others quietly walk away.

Those are the souls worth holding close.

Stay safe

Bc

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About Bob W Christian

Bob W Christian has been writing poetry for more than 20 years. He started as a way to help to process his thoughts and emotions as an autistic man, and to address the impact of CPTSD. As he wrote, and slowly gained the confidence to share his poems, he was given incredibly positive feedback, which spurred him to write more. During that time, he has written six books, and had numerous guest publications in books and magazines around the world. His work has earned several accolades recently, including recognition in the Dark Poet’s Club 2025 competition. Alongside poetry, Bob enjoys photographing nature and birds, and is often praised for his keen eye behind the lens. A husband, father and grandfather, he regularly shares his observations, reflections and creative work through his personal blog, The Ramblings of Bob Christian.

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