Posted by Dinah on July 30, 2008, at 0:09:19
In reply to Betrayal and overwhelming grief, posted by jammerlich on July 29, 2008, at 19:18:20
((((Jammer))))
((((Jammer's friend))))I'm glad you're able to maintain your conviction that what was done was done in love and concern for you.
We tell our son that the usual rules of friendship (no tattling for instance) have to be put aside when there the life and welfare of another are at stake. Even at the potential cost of the loss of a friendship.
It takes a special friend to care about you so much they're willing to lose you to make sure you're safe.
I understand that you feel hurt and betrayed. I have no idea of the circumstances, so can't comment on this particular situation. It is very upsetting to feel that you've been lied to. Whether that can be offset by the warm feeling of feeling you are loved is only something the two of you can decide.
But my heart grieves for two people who care very much about each other, and who are both hurting a lot tonight.
poster:Dinah
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