It is my humble opinion that nothing in this life can take the place of a good friendship. It is difficult to maintain a friendship however, especially when one or both parties allow pride to get in the way. when it does friendship is doomed. It might prove helpful to memorize this verse: Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud . . . https://www.wordsfortheday.com/2024/06/friendship/