So here are a few things you should never do to a friend. We got this advice from Woman's Day magazine.

• Never pretend that regular venting is anything other than "whining" with a nicer name. According to Leil Lowndes, author of "How to Be a People Magnet" - no matter how much your friends like you, constant complaining will drive them away.
• Never yell at your kids or criticize your spouse in front of your friends. Lowndes says this is unpleasant and awkward for them to hear. And it makes you look shrew, instead of in control and reasonable.
• Another thing you should never do to a friend: Never tell them how much they REALLY messed up. It's rarely as constructive as you think it is. And if they get defensive, it'll take several heart-to-hearts to get things back to normal. And sometimes it can even do permanent damage.

And finally, never let a good friend forget your name. It's easy to get distracted by the challenges of everyday life, but it's important to keep up with friends and remember obligations.
When you make a date for lunch   don't blow it off. And return that book your begged them to let you borrow. If you put someone on the back burner often enough, YOU'RE the one who'll end up getting burned.