Dirk relied on Cecile for comfort when he was grieving the loss of his mother. He informed her of his feelings. She watched vicariously, as he progressed through the grief process. One, she knew very well. She had experienced the loss of her grandmother, and knew exactly what he was going through. She gently coached him and provided words of comfort and encouragment.

The time quickly passes and they have become very close. She was amazed at how quickly they bonded. This was no longer a challenge, She got to know him very quickly and the pair conversed with ease. This was no longer just an acquaintence, this person was quickly becoming a close friend of hers. She soon refered to him as her best friend.

Not only did she help Dirk, but in return he helped her. She immediately felt comfortable opening up to him about issues other than the common bonds they shared. She began to open up to him about other things , that he couldn’t exaclty relate to. He helped her by listening and caring.