For those of you who don't know, last year (in 2008) I spent eight amazing months living and learning in Italy. In those eight months, I learned two things: Italian and how important people are in your life. To specify, I learned what friendship really means thanks to my (now) best friend Giulio (pronounced Ju-li-o).
Even though I left Italy about eight months ago, Giulio and I speak at least once a week. Until today, we hadn't spoken for a month. But what makes today so note-worthy?
L'Aquila, Italy- about 60 miles west of Rome- was destroyed by a 6.3-magnitude earthquake this morning.
Giulio's family is from L'Aquila, the epicenter of the earthquake. His family is safe, but they lost their homes and all of their belongings. Although his family is among the lucky few, its good to know that you have a friend during events like this.
So, what's the point?
Even if you haven't talked to someone for a day, a week, a month or a year, take the time out today to make that call and to let that someone know you still care. You never know how much if you'll be helping a friend in need.
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