When I think about my unconditional friends, I am referring to people that under any circumstance I feel comfortable reaching out to them personally or by phone. There are no judgments made and no questions asked, simply someone who will listen. Not only do they listen, but they are confidential and offer constructive responses when appropriate.

It always surprises me that these unconditional friends are not necessarily people that I am around daily or even that I think about on a regular basis.  I can count on them at all costs.  I have confidence in the person and their value system.  It’s a powerful combination to find someone who is confidential, caring, and a good listener.

Unconditional friends don’t abuse the friendship or others.  I am not even sure if those that I count on feel the same about me.  Fortunately, with unconditional friends, it doesn’t need to be discussed.  I have faith that they will be available when the moment arises.  These are people who will help you and celebrate you without any pressure of needing a return favor. 

Upon the death of one of my unconditional friends of 30 years, I wondered how that void would be filled.  It seems like a rather selfish thought, but it was true.  Interestingly, just the thought of how she would respond to certain life happenings gives me peace and sometimes a good healthy laugh. 

I am careful about reaching out to my unconditional friends for assistance only when necessary.  When I received the call that my late husband was in an emergency vehicle on the way to the hospital I quickly called on my unconditional friends.  I packed up my 15-month-old girls and fifteen minutes later, no questions asked, the girls were in the hands of unconditional friends. 

The next day I made a call to another unconditional friend.   She was working, but within 20 minutes a sitter was at my door to take care of the girls for the day.

The beauty is that these unconditional friends do not expect anything in return for their help.  If a need arises, there’s no guilt, no fear, no issues when asking for their assistance.  Minor or major, negative or positive, I never underestimate the importance of being there for somebody who is in need.

When one genuinely cares and loves people, unconditional friendships seem to multiply.  Love in your heart for others is contagious and promotes kindness.

I like to think of my unconditional friends as unconditional people who choose love.  They are people who would be helpful to anyone, not just those that they know.  They are busy people who always have time for others.  They read people well and understand when someone is in need of more love. 

Unconditional friends are a gift.  They are there for others and ask nothing in return. I am very grateful to God for each and every unconditional person I have been blessed to meet.  I am also grateful for God’s unconditional love.

Immediately after writing this blog, Unconditional Friends, I questioned, “Why this topic so soon after writing, True Friends?”  I don’t know the answer to that question, but I do know that unconditional friends are priceless, they arrive in unexpected packages, at unexpected times, and are true blessings in our lives.      

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