There are, of course, exceptions. Every now and then I meet somebody who is genuine, somebody who will be your friend even when you're a miserable wretch, not because they have anything to gain, but because they care. People with sincere hearts put the needs of their friends before their own. They'll go out of their way to help, or to comfort, or to simply listen. You would hope that the world would be more full of these people, but sadly they seem to be the minority. Even in my Christian circles, rarely have I found these truly genuine friends. I do consider myself lucky to have found some this year. I suppose that it makes me cherish them even more, but I still lament the abscence of sincerity in the majority of people I encounter.
Well, a new semester brings renewed hope, and hopefully some possibilities for meaningful relationships that go beyond the surface and dig deep. I guess we'll see...