Kinda OT- Oh politics question

The title makes it sounds way juicier than it is.  I don't want to cause any dram or ill will towards anyone but I need some input from the Vetrans.  If someone requests to become a "friend" is it "proper" to make the same request back to them? is it expected is there a special OH ettiquette I have yet to stumble upon. I know some boards have certain expections, I don't want to **** anyone off, unintentionally. Thanx

No if you want to become their  friend just accept them. You join their friends list and they join yours.

Thank you Sir, that explains it.