I want to, but I can’t

I want to answer all your calls and texts, but sometimes I can’t.

I want to show up for you, but sometimes I can’t.

I want to hear every word you say, but sometimes I can’t. 

I want to be a good friend, but sometimes I can’t. 

I want to say the right words, but sometimes I can’t.

I want to pour all my love into you, but sometimes I can’t.

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I’ve gone through stages of life when I was able to be there for my friends and when I couldn’t, I felt guilty when I couldn’t be the friend they needed.

It is okay to say I want to, but I can’t because we can’t pour from an empty cup.

If you can’t show up, you can’t show up. Period. You may want to have that conversation with your friends ahead of time to avoid hurt feelings, but a good friend will understand when you can’t.