The Waiter brought the water that I had ordered for my friends, and the laughter subdued. It was good to chat and watch my four friends enjoy themselves. Friendship is not about giving; it is about listening, helping and caring. I learnt today back in the United Kingdom that it is also about trust. The same trust that you place with your spouse throughout your married life. I trust these friends and I care for them. Apparently Michael had been overwhelmed by one of our two Wedding presents. According to Patricia it showed him how much I cared for him. Not through monetary value, but from the time that it had taken to compile and the thought that had gone into the gift. Michael and Patricia were there to see me off on my long journey home and to present me with a memento of Africa. A fine blue and yellow garment made out of the best material, and one which fits me exceptionally well. It is of real quality and I value the gift, but no gift was needed as I value the friendship more.
To add to the surprise, they had also bought Pauline an African dress made of the same material and a Ghana map stand for my office desk. As we left the restaurant, the heat hit me again and I started to leak.
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