Yes....I agree.....:

My AA frienships are very important to me.
I also have friends outside of AA.
My dearest friend and I have known each other about 45 years.
We met as drinkers...she mostly quit...I did. She does not drink
when we visit. Same is true for another old friend of 50 years.
In my neighborhood of senior citizens....4 of us keep in daily
contact. We often do things together ...we've met each
others local family members....share memories and giggles.
I like to have a balance in my social circle.....