Christmas Meme: Day 5

Drummers Drumming: Twelve facts about my holiday life
Pipers Piping: Eleven of my favorite things
Lords a-Leaping: Ten things I like about my personality
Ladies Dancing: Nine facts about my body
Maids a-Milking: Eight things I like about my friends
Swans a-Swimming: Seven foods I dislike
Geese a-Laying: Six quirks
Golden Rings: Five shiny things I like
Calling Birds: Four things I dislike about my life
French Hens: Three rivals/enemies
Turtle Doves:Two people I like
Partridge in a Pear Tree: My one love

I guarantee that any friend of mine in any corner of the world, fandom or IRL, long-term or newly fashioned, can fit any of these items. I have really great people in my life!

1. They are all super smart in their own way, and I love listening to them discuss the things they're great at (even work stories! Hearing someone's background fascinates me)
2. They're funny.
3. They're thoughtful and kind.
4. They have good tastes in movies and people that we can get excited about.
5. They're patient with me and others.
6. They look on the bright side of things when I need to.
7. They encourage me to be better.
8. They like me ♥