My friend calls when she wants to be heard.  I have told her I will not listen to her constant whining about her spouse as well as utilizing me as a sounding board.  She has not called the last few days and I am feeling much freer.  My friend has her own family and her grandchildren to spend time with. Also, she can be busy with her health care job. I am already letting her go and it is easy for her to friend others.  She must find her own happiness and the self-awareness that she actually consumes the energy from others.  As for myself, I am on a separate journey apart from hers and I cannot see myself turning back to dance to her tune.  I have recently regained my self-worth and renounced those who once walked over me like a doormat.  The door on this relationship is now closed.   
However, I do appreciate the feedback given to me regarding my post…
Many blessings,
Melinda 🙂