Hey Anita, thanks for your this. It seems so strange to have to relearn how to form close bonds/friendships at my age, but I seem to have taken a few wrong turns along the way. I realized I can not turn to this friend for support. I was able to view our friendship from an outside lens and it is basically me gratifying her need for approval. I am also sorry for the late reply, I had a minor surgery day before and have been a little groggy and unable to focus due to pain meds (better now! 🙂 )