When walking down a long dark path at night, I used to latch onto my friend and whimper to her that I was scared.
Does that path have a history of dangerous things happening on it?
No, it was just spooky.
You were lucky to have a friend to walk with you at night. Friends are there to provide comfort to each other, you should do this for your friends just as your friend comforted you.
I just didn't want to walk alone.
I don't blame you one bit for nothing wanting to walk along and I love that you were able to use your friend for comfort. When in situations that are spooky or just walking at night, it's always good to have a friend by your side.