Amen to Spaw. That is a rare gem there, bro!

Some other attributes that I consider to be important:

Honesty; even if the truth hurts.
The ability to see beyond human weakness, in to the heart of the matter.
Grace
Mercy
Presence
Patience
Laughter
Optimism
Wisdom to know what to say and when to say it.
Wisdom to be quiet.

I have few Friends. But the Friends that I have are true Jewels. And I am thankful for each of them.

k