When a friend is in trouble don't annoy him by asking if there is anything you can do. Think up something appropriate and do it.
A boy doesn't have to go to war to be a hero he can say he doesn't like pie...
I loved my 17 years with R.E.M. but I'm ready to reflect assess and move on...
Advise for anybody - enjoy what you are doing enjoy the process of learning and don't be impatient.