There have been a number of people over the years whom I've attempted to foster a closer relationship with (without success), and there have also been a number of people over the years who have attemped to make it into my inner-circle, with much less willingness on my part to let them in. I've made too many needless real and perceived enemies just because I could have handled the situation better, or been more tactful in drawing my boundaries (ie: saying 'no').
Frankly I'd rather live my life without making any enemies at all, and I came up with a solution the other day that I really rather think is a bright idea! Friendship CONTRACTS. How a