Middle school can be a tough time. You are stuck in the middle; not a little kid in elementary school anymore, but not yet a more mature teenager. It can be hard to balance your friends, your home life, and school work. It is in middle school that many people experience bullying, whether they are a bully, or they are the victims of bullying. Popularity becomes more important to many students. The most important thing to remember is stated in this quote. You can have 100 friends, but if they aren't going to be there for you or support you, then the amount of friends you have doesn't matter. It is better to have 5 close friends that will help you through life and school; friends that you can laugh with, give advice to, and share great memories with. The quality of your friends should be more important than the quantity.