The Pathway of a Brokenhearted Friend


A relational breakdown starts slowly, almost imperceptibly.  Something isn't right but you can't quite put your finger on what's out of kilter.

A dark cloud drifts over the friendship and refuses to leave.  A subtle shift emerges, its unspoken message rather clear.  Idle words cut deep.  Eye contact becomes non-existent.  Texts go unanswered.  Plans get cancelled with the wave of a hand and vague, hurtful excuses.

Something disquieting is floating in the wind and right before your very eyes, what has been so safe, strong, and comforting is morphing into a relationship you can't even recognize ...

{I'm delighted to be finishing up this post at Debby Hudson's place 
as a guest writer for her June Friendship Series.  
Click here, take my hand, and let's head there together.}



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