As is commonly acknowledged that humans are social animals. Living together in a community
, we naturally expect to have friends. No one will deny that some people make friends simp
ly for mutual utility. Once the ground for such friendship disappears, the friendship also
breaks up. However, a lot more people long for "soul pals" — those who possess virtues an
d with whom we can go through trials and tribulations together. Such friendships keep us a
way from greed and violence and inspire us to have the courage of our convictions. Such is
what we call "true friendship". It is with such friends’company that we find ourselves su
rpassing our old selves and becoming better people. （113 words）