Demeter

I was inspired by Tiddles' Friend thread to post about something that happened to me yesterday.
Have you ever had a long time friend abandon you your time of need? Or do something unforgivable?
Do you feel betrayed and/or angry?

I needed help from my best friend & she totally shut me out. I have always made my self available to her in her times of need, and she has been my rock through some tough times.
She has a few personality flaws (don't we all, though) that have become worse lately. She will complain, but not follow anyone's advice, and there have been times I have to tell her to quit her whining if she chooses to do nothing about her problems. A friend can only take so much. She has been making very irrational decisions, sometimes putting herself in a situation where people will take pity on her.
Many of us have counselled her on this, and we tell her she needs help. I have even offered to go to a doctor/therapist with her (many many times) &
hold her hand if necessary, but she declines. And the next day she cries & revels in her prediciments.
It has been hard listening to her, but everyone also has their own problems.
I feel like I'm turning into her parent & I have enough on my plate now myself.
I know she needs help, but I cannot take the drama & stress anymore. For years, I have been as supportive as I could be. And last night was the last straw.
Oddly, I don't feel so much like I'm losing a friend, but I'm confused and angry by it.

Anyone have similar experiences?

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