I would be lost without my friends. If not for my friends I would not have the family of choice that is so important to me. My friends have supported me through some very important events. I have tried to be just as supportive for my friends. Friendships are important and we all need friends.

Treasure Friendship

“I -- have always found it difficult... to express myself, to... admit that I care. But I do! If anything, this ordeal has taught me to treasure friendship, embrace it. I hope maybe, when all this is over... we can start afresh.” - Northstar*

Canadians, Northstar (Jean-Paul Beaubier) and Aurora (Jeanne-Marie Beaubier) are mutant twins with the ability of superhuman speed, durability, flight, and in Northstar’s case light manipulation and in Aurora’s light generation. Jean-Paul Beaubier, Northstar he was the first openly Gay Superhero. For any kid struggling with their sexuality, superhero, mutant or human, is a difficult task. We have come a long way but we still have far to go in the acceptance of ALL people in race creed color sexual orientation or religious affiliation. But the one thing that has helped Northstar the most over the years is his friendships. He cherishes his family and friendships as familial relationships.

Friends support and walk with you. We all need friends. Choosing friends is easy and the friendship is difficult. As Northstar’s quote suggests, we have to express ourselves, admit we care, embrace each other, and finally treasure the friendship. Today let your friends be there for you.

Northstar
First Appearance: Uncanny X-Men #120 (April 1979)

Creators: Chris Claremont (plot), John Byrne (art)

* Northstar #4 (July 1994) Simon Furman (plot), Dario Carrasco Jr. (art)