Words can be really lethal if used wrongly. Simple words of disapproval can simply damage a good friendship. The feeling of being unacknowledged despite your best possible efforts by someone you treasure is a hurtful thing. The feeling that your efforts perhaps didn't mean much over the years is a terrible emotion. It is as if all that you have invested almost altruistically has gone unappreciated, and the only thing you want back from that person: a measure of respect and recognition for all the commitment you've put in, is simply downplayed and ignored. Perhaps it is my personal expectations for reciprocation that are too high, or that the meaning behind the words said aren't meant to be that scathing. But nonetheless, it will still be painful.

Truly the things of this world really do wither away. It is really more prudent to make Jesus your best friend. || posted by Kuan Hui