Encouraging each other is an important part of friendliness. Generous praise and acknowledgement supports the spirit in each of us to continue with our individual and collective purpose. Truth speaking and honesty is our gift to each other. Sometimes it is necessary to point out to another friend on the path that he or she may be deluding themselves in one way or another. Likewise we can learn to be open and welcome reminders about our own delusions and illusions. We all have wisdom to share from our experience. The gathering is above all a celebration of being together. It is a time to enjoy some humor and fun, lightening the day and bringing a sense of connectedness to the heart before we set off once again on our own individual way.