Men don't talk

I consider myself lucky to have really good men as friends. I mention it because there is a rumor that men don't talk. I have, on a regular basis, in depth conversations about life and its complications. We just watched a movie "Diary of a Tired Black Man". Obviously, it was shot by a black man. What was refreshing was to see perspectives that I have experienced and witnessed first hand. What struck me about the film was the main character's moment of clarity where he realized that he had a part to play in his unsuccessful relationship. It's easy to blame the other person when things don't work out. But personal accountability is the key...admitting and acknowledging that there is a problem is the first step to getting what it is you exactly want.
There's something to be said about having positive voices and attitudes to help you along the way. Also, to have in the flesh examples of progressive and forward thinking people that you can mirror and reflect upon is invaluable. But just as important is to have an honest base too. These men will tell me the things I need to hear....not the things I want to hear. Offering stories of success as well as failure to give me the view from all sides of the fence...so as to make an "educated" decision.
To the universe and the brothers of 310, I am eternally grateful and humbled, thankful and appreciative. God-Allah-Yahweh-Jehovah.....Universe, thank you.