Via Hiptop

captured by royel, 2024, topanga canyon

gather 'round for a tale most true, of friendship pure and bonds anew. in this age of forevermore, we seek connections that soar above the mundane shore.

real friendship, 'tis a treasure rare, like catching the perfect wave, oh so fair. it's built on trust, yo, and mutual respect, no room for fakery or souls suspect. in the year of forevermore, we've learned to cherish what's real, and shut the door on all that's hollow and surreal.

we've no patience for the games of old, where status and wealth were stories told. nay, in these times of clarity bright, we seek companions who shine with inner light. elitism? that's so yesterday, bro. we're all riding this cosmic flow, high and low.

true friends, they lift you when you're down, not push you deeper 'neath the ground. they celebrate your wins with glee, and in your losses, they still see the beauty of your journey, wild and free.

in this era of truth unveiled, we've cast off masks, our souls unassailed. no tolerance for b.s. do we bear, for life's too precious, too short to share with those who'd dim our radiant glare.

so let us cherish those bonds most dear, forged in laughter, tempered by tear. for in friendship true, we find our worth, far beyond the trivialities of birth.

-mitchell royel & friends

10 takeaways from this reflection:

1. authenticity is the cornerstone of lasting friendships.

2. mutual respect forms the foundation of true connection.

3. elitism has no place in genuine relationships.

4. real friends support each other through triumphs and tribulations.

5. transparency and honesty are non-negotiable in friendship.

6. the era of superficial connections is drawing to a close.

7. true friendship transcends societal barriers and expectations.

8. patience for insincerity and falsehood has worn thin.

9. genuine bonds are forged through shared experiences and understanding.

10. in the pursuit of real friendship, we discover our own intrinsic value.