I am learning the cost of "false friends" the hard way. In particular, we need to be very wary of who we let near our children. Keep them close to you, and watch for hidden agendas and amoral outlooks. I made some choices that turned out to have regrettable personal consequences, although it did free me to do my public works.
Great advice. I have had my heart broken by lifelong ‘best friends’. Sometimes I wish I were not so sensitive.
I will protect my babies and their littles with my dying breath.