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Its not uncommon for people to lend theirfriendsa helping hand.
Some would argue that thats exactly what makes someone a friend.
Takethis redditorsstory, for instance.
Needless to say, it didnt seem like a small favor anymore.
According to said poll, close to three-in-four respondents plan to have Thanksgiving dinner with other people this year.
Usually celebratingThanksgivingin a group of six, the OP didnt mind getting together with a group twice the size.
She also didnt mind cooking for them all.
The woman shared that it was the first time Ann has asked her to teach her how to cook.
However, it wasnt the first time she has asked for afavor.
Many of the traditionally used ingredients like pumpkin and cranberry are difficult to source, she noted.
The fresh tastes great, its just more work.
More people to enjoy my cooking!
Personally I think she lost her enthusiasm when I balked at splitting the cost, but Im not bothered.
It exists across cultures, across time, and across age ranges.
Being there for a friend in need is part of the definition of friendship.
According to the expert, spending time together doing fun things is also a central expectation of friendship.
Cooking together, planning a party, and playing co-host are all great ways to expand friendship.
And that is not how friendship works.
Friends dont expect immediate repayment of help and often are reluctant to accept payment for help.
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