The Lasting Impression

One of the basic rules of communication states that "The First Impression is the Last Impression". In most cases; it is the moment of truth. But how many times does this actually hold true?
When we try to create an impression, we are trying to project some aspects/attributes of ourselves; which are then left for the other person to perceive. Most often there can be a difference in the projection and perception. Humans are not perfect and not all are at the same skilled level; hence the same projection creates different perceptions in the minds of other people.

How many times it must have happened that we ourselves create a profile of a person in our minds based on his first impression upon us and then later on have to change it because then we get to know the varied aspect of that person.

I intend to ask; when should we actually form a firm opinion about another person. Should be on the first impression or after some later encounters?

Which Impression should be the Lasting ONE???

BONDS

We start cherishing a bond the day we are born in this world. The bonds of blood are the first ones we share.
But those are gifted to us. As our journey continues, we start earning some of these; in the form of friends, followers, students, teachers and loved ones.
But not all bonds share the same strength. We always find a person who acknowledges us...acknowledges our being....acknowledges our presence.
That's when friends bond. Sharing, caring, loving, all these attributes follow further strengthening the bond.
But the first thread is tied when you start acknowledging the other person. A person can go far enough to nurture this thread.
People who share such bonds are admired by the world around them.

I am lucky enough to have a few of these in my life. I hope each one of you has one such to cherish.