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Summer Fun on Sunday

2008-05-08T00:57:00.000-07:00

On Sunday, after a quick breakfast, we rushed down to the beach. I was impatient to be on the the private Madeira beach at the Barefoot Beach Resort. The very sight of the sand lifted my spirits. We carried along our frisbee and plenty of beverages. Walking barefoot on the sugary white sand felt so relaxing. It was a refreshing change from walking on hot Kissimee roads with our shoes on. Melanie seemed to be more comfortable in Bryan's company that morning. I saw her smiling often while talking to him. That particular smile of Melanie's is the smile that she preserves only for those close to her. I was sure, after seeing her smile, that Melanie liked Bryan.

After lunch, we planned on going on a Dolphin Cruise at 3pm. This was outside our resort, at the Pier in downtown St. Pete. After baking on the beach all morning, we quickly freshened up and headed towards the Pier. The Dolphin Cruise was 90 minutes long and took us all around Tampa Bay. I was very excited to see Dolphins after so long. We saw dolphins after only ten minutes into the ride! We were so lucky to see something like this. We saw a mother dolphin along with her cute baby dolphin. I never saw anything like that before. The mother and baby dolphin's bond was so evident from the way they swam together alongside the boat. The mother seemed to be making sure that the baby dolphin was not left behind. Dana suddenly reminded that this coming Sunday is Mothers Day. We promised to plan something when we return.

Evening plans included hanging out at the Pier again. We started for home at 8pm. The drive back home was silent. I felt so content. Dana was just plain exhausted and went to sleep. Bryan and Melanie seemed to whisper sweet nothings to each other. I was eager to know what was brewing between them. But, I'm a patient person.

Stay tuned to know more on Bryan and Melanie's story. Till then, enjoy the summer fun.

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Saturday Blast at St.Petersburg

2008-05-07T02:23:00.000-07:00

Last Saturday at 9AM, we left for our weekend in St. Petersburg. Ron drove his Jeep Wrangler, while I sat beside him in the front seat. The rear seat was occupied by Bryan, Melanie and Dana. After about an hour drive, Dana started singing “Sweet Home Alabama” without tune or rhythm. All of us joined her. We went on singing until we realized we were at our destination. At the entrance of the Pier, I was reminded that Ron and I were there for our first Valentine's Day. I was sure that Ron didn't remember that.

We decided to go fishing and then after lunch, we would go spend some time at the Pier and then move to Baywalk to party. While fishing, Ron and Dana managed to catch something, but I was daydreaming. Suddenly, I realized that Melanie and Bryan were nowhere to be seen. Ron asked me not to bother, as they informed Ron that they were going for a stroll along the Pier Aquarium.

After a simple lunch at Captain Al's Waterfront Bar & Grill, we moved on to Baywalk. We went to Wet Willies. They had great Margaritas. Melanie stuck to Martinis, Dana to her Mojito Mojos and Ron and Bryan drank beer. The music was good, and my feet started tapping to the rhythm.

Melanie seemed quiet but she was smiling. I guess she was enjoying Bryan's company. It was evident that Bryan was totally smitten by Melanie. They looked like the perfect couple dancing together. Tomorrow I will let you know what happened on Sunday. Till then, enjoy the good times with your friends. Send these friendship cards to all your firends that you have fun partying with.

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Weekends Plans at St. Petersburg

2008-05-06T00:07:00.000-07:00

Late last Friday, I finalized the weekend plans. Now, I know what kind of weekend I was actually looking for. It had to be my all time favorite formula of relaxation: sun, sea and the sand. Yes, for me, nothing is as relaxing as being on the beach and soaking up the sun (especially at this time of the year). The beach would be the ideal place to relax on Sunday, and stroll aimlessly.

Everyone was fine with the idea. It was mutually decided that we would take Ron's Jeep Wrangler and push off on Saturday morning. Saturday would be spent at Petersburg Pier and then we'll party at Baywalk. On Sunday, we'll just live on the beach. I am sure that Ron and Dana will insist on some beach volleyball or frisbee. I am the more lazy one in the group, when it comes to sports. Melanie and I quickly made an online reservation for the rooms for Saturday at Barefoot Beach Resort.

Bryan really liked the idea because up in Illinois, he cannot enjoy the ocean. And I assured him that in the evening, the beach would look romantic enough to make Melanie's and his weekend a perfect one. I didn't dare to say that to Melanie. I still wonder what she thinks of Bryan. Stay tuned to know what happened between Melanie and Bryan at St. Petersburg.

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Love Discourse Between Friends

2008-05-05T00:23:00.000-07:00

While Melanie drove back home with me from the cafe, I couldn't help but notice the expression on Melanie's face. The news of Bryan's interest in Melanie was still fresh in my mind and I had to catch Melanie's reaction to it. Melanie is quite an intelligent gal and Bryan's interest would not go unnoticed by her. I mean, if I could notice Bryan mesmerized by her, I am sure she too did.

I asked the question, how would she react if love knocked at her door? She answered just as I expected - if it's a person worth dating, she sure would date. But love is a far more difficult decision, as it might entangle her whole life. I replied that love is not a decision, love comes without any prior notice. One would not have the time to sit and decide his or her moves, when love comes. Melanie kept quiet. I, too kept quiet. She dropped me home. I am sure she went back home with lots of thoughts in her mind.

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Love Blooms Through Friends

2008-05-02T03:55:00.000-07:00

Wednesday after work, there was a surprise in store for me. Ron and Bryan were there, right after we closed, without any news. Ron is not a guy to plan surprises often. But the rare times he does remember to come up with sweet surprises, I feel like a queen. Anyway, Melanie was also with me when I met them. Bryan's face brightened the moment he saw us come out of the elevator. And his eyes were glued at Melanie. Hmmmm. I thought, I could decipher the reason behind Ron's surprise visit. I sensed it was not just a surprise. I could smell something fishy.

We went to a nearby cafe to grab a bite. At the cafe, Ron and I made an excuse to go out to smoke. When we got outside, it was then that Ron confessed that Bryan was interested in Melanie. Bryan was the one who requested Ron visit our office and arrange a meeting with Melanie. It sounded so exciting. I mean, a girl like Melanie and a guy like Bryan would make a great couple. The problem was that it would take time to match them up, though. Melanie doesn't allow someone in her life that easily. Once she does include someone in her life, it's for a lifetime. When we went back to our table, Melanie and Bryan looked quite engrossed in a conversation. Melanie looked as if she really enjoyed talking to Bryan. I was full of thoughts about what both were thinking about each other. Actually, Bryan's crush on Melanie was out of the blue and quite unexpected. I am quite thrilled to see the spark of something interesting going on. Both are looking forward to the weekend plans, but that is yet to be decided. Good for Bryan. He will have more chances to spend time with Melanie.

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Weekend plans at Cafe Cara

2008-04-29T03:16:00.000-07:00

Right after office hours were over, Melanie and I rushed to Cafe Cara. She drove as usual and I enjoyed Denver from inside the car. We were the first ones to reach. Dana came in after 5 minutes. Ron was late as usual and he came in with Bryan after 15 minutes. I was a bit excited to see Ron after 4 days. I miss him, even when I don't see him for one whole day. I saw Bryan after one whole year. He looked quite different than he did last time. Bryan seemed to stare at Melanie for quite some time, when I was introducing her to him. Bryan's a computer whiz up in Illinois and he is here in Florida for 7 more days.

After the initial introductions and apologies for being late were over, we moved onto business. I said "We've gathered here today to discuss the weekend plan". Melanie and Ron burst into laughter, listening to my stereotypical official-meeting-tone of speaking. They could make out I was pretty serious about having fun this Weekend.

Ron came up with an idea of partying on Saturday and a sleep over and lunch at my place on Sunday and then hang out at Sandollar's pub to catch some good live music too. It sounded good, but I expected something different. I mean, I cannot say no to Live music (I simply adore live music bands with a can of Budweiser). This weekend I wanted something more. Melanie suggested movies for Sunday. I wasn't very happy again. I wasn't sure what exactly I wanted, but my mind somehow looked for more ideas than that. Meanwhile I noticed Bryan, behaving funny. He is someone who is friendly and talkative, but he looked rather quiet and shy today. We called it a day without actually zeroing onto a definite plan, but by Friday I'm going to come up with something like a perfect blast.

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Missing Ron This Kiss Day

2008-04-28T05:07:00.000-07:00

Today is April 28th. Guess what? Today is Kiss Day and the bad news is that it's Monday, with all that blue reality. I'm feeling like banging my head on the desk, having to come back to the same monotonous routine again. I was thinking, while sitting at my cubicle, that it's been a long time since I had a weekend blast. Actually, I'm also missing Ron very much... maybe missing those warm and tender touches. It's Kiss Day today and we aren't meeting. Grrrrrrr. Ron is busy with Bryan, his cousin who's visiting him.

My weekends are being spent sleeping (that's a refreshing thought), watching movies at home (all alone) or simply reading books. This weekend, Ron was busy with his cousin and Dana was also busy socializing with some exchange program students from Australia. I felt that I needed a change.

With all these thoughts in my head, I had a bothered expression on my face. I wasn't aware of it until Melanie noticed me. She sits right beside my cubicle. She came up to me and I talked my heart out to her. Melanie suggested a Weekend party. She was also bored with the regular hectic schedule of life. Its been really a long time since we went out together. Tomorrow we're all meeting at the Cafe Cara after work to plan out what exactly we will be doing next weekend....Yipeeee! The very thought of us all meeting together cheered me up. And Ron is also finally coming along with Bryan. We don't mind if Bryan wants to join us. Bryan is quite a no-fuss guy and very friendly too. Stay tuned to know about our plan. I'm sure Ron is going to come up with some really interesting ideas.

Happy Kiss Day, Ron. You'd better compensate for today's absence later. And all my buddies, enjoy Kiss Day to the fullest. Send this free Kiss cards to your love interest, see them loving it.

School Buddies - Old Memories

2008-04-25T02:14:00.000-07:00

Since I found the "Friends" DVD set last Sunday in my old DVD treasure box, I am being haunted by school memories. While commuting every day to the office and back home, while taking breaks in between work, those memories seems to grip my mind. I go back to the days when Shirleen and me giggling at the sight of a new boy in class, and those days when we cheered Mike up while he played at the Thanksgiving Day game (he's such a football fanatic). Weekends were spent watching movies, listening to good live bands playing and then going on those looooong drives. I am so possessed by those memories. I had always been lucky in earning true friends. Friends that I have now( Ron, Dana, Melanie, Bryan) are precious and rare. They are mostly my college buddies and I know they will be there forever to hold my hand. But school friends are ones you grow up with, more like siblings. Together you go through the pangs of childhood, teenage and beyond. May be I am not in touch with them , right now. I feel, if I meet them tomorrow, out of the blue, I can start from where we parted. Six years of separation cannot ever rub off the sweet memories. I don't know if they(Shirleen,Mike and Sean) would have the same feeling, if they meet me. Right now we only mail each other once a month or in two. Jonathan and me are well in touch. We meet every four months. Either he comes down to meet me, or I go.
Send this friendship card to your friends and tell them to be there forever and dare not forget old buddies.

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Long Lost School Friends – Friendship Greetings

2008-04-24T03:58:00.000-07:00

Last weekend, I spend my time on my couch watching movies that are my old favorites- mostly romantic and funny ones. I wasn't in the mood for anything serious. My mind had worked enough throughout the week writing articles and i wanted to watch something relaxing. So I selected "Notting Hill", "Pretty Woman", and "Shall We Dance?". After these movies were over, I hunted for more. And out of my DVD treasure box came out a boxed set of "Friends" given to me by Jonathan. In fact, he knew that I loved to watch "Friends" so he gave it to me on my 17th birthday. That was almost 6 years back. We were still in school and our group at school included Jonathan, me, Shirleen, Sean and Mike. On the last Friendship Day before graduation (most of us were going to be moving away to college after school), we made a promise which we haven't kept so far. It was to live together sometime, just as it was in "Friends", just like Joey, Ross, Rachael, Phoebe, Monica, and Chandler. The idea was to live the life of Friendship and laugh everyday. Suddenly, I got so nostalgic, holding the "Friends" DVD in my hand. I could see myself with my school buddies all over again.
Today I do have cherished friends in my life, in my city and in the whole wide world, all dispersed. But no one, right now, to watch "Friends" with me, on my couch. I am really missing those days in school, when we had sleepovers most weekends. Sometimes partying, sometimes chatting till the wee hours of the night, and sometimes playing pranks on each other. I am presently, only in touch with Jonathan among my school buddies. But I hope they get reminded of those days as I do, and they do miss those days as badly as me.
If any of my school friends (Jonathan, Shirleen, Mike and Sean) are reading this, let me tell ya, I miss you so badly. Once a friend, always a friend. This friendship card is for all my school buddies whom I miss. Send this card to your friend whom you miss really bad. Tell them you love them. Perhaps they'll send you one back...

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Sweet Friends - Friendship Greetings

2008-04-23T03:53:00.000-07:00

Dana surprised me today. She is a person who hates cooking and survives on sandwiches, burgers, or instant noodles. I cannot recall any instance when I saw her cooking a proper meal for herself. And today of all things, she called me home urgently, and surprised me with a Cherry Cheesecake that she baked all by herself. I was not only surprised, but shocked. Shocked enough to think she was playing a prank on me. She is actually plain lazy when it comes to cooking and she hates details. Perfect cooking includes details for sure. And Dana is someone who is miles awayyyyyy from all domestic activities. All these years, for the same reason, I made sure that whenever I cook a sumptuous meal, I invite her for dinner.
Dana explained that today was Cherry Cheesecake Day and she recalled how much I love cakes and desserts.( I confess that I have a sweet tooth and cant resist cakes.). Dana decided to try baking the Cherry Cheese cake only on my honor. I was honored, for sure. A girl like Dana cooking for me! I really felt so special. After the initial excitement, it was time for me to taste the cake. Truly speaking, it wasn't the best cake I ever had. It was baked a bit more than it should have been but the effort put into the baking of the cake made it the most special cake I ever tasted(if not the most yummiest cake).

Dana also sent me this beautiful greeting card which said I am sweet as a cherry. I love you Dana. Send this card to all the sweet friends who surround you and make life as sweet as a Cherry Cake. Just stay tuned for my next post.

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On an aimless Stroll with Dana- Friendship Thoughts

2008-04-22T04:45:00.000-07:00

Last Tuesday, I met Dana after work. Whenever Dana and me are together, we end up doing something unusual, weird but loads of fun. There have been so many incidents when we had lost count of time and flowed away with the tide of the moment. She came down to my office to pick me up. I met her outside and I had a weird idea of walking all the way till we are tired. Dana, instantly asked me what to do with her car. I said, “hey off course, park it right here”.
Dana again asked,” And how long do we walk?”.
I said “till we are tired”.
Dana asked yet again” And where do we go?”
I said “wherever our eyes direct us. Dana don't talk, just walk”
She looked thoughtful for a moment, and at the next moment she had a twinkle in her eye. The twinkle implied that she has come out of the dilemma and now she knows what to do –“ just walk “.
And we started walking. As we walked, we started talking about the day, why we do things that we usually do. And how funny is life? We toil to earn money, live out of the money, and yet again we toil the next day, live out of it, and the cycle is repeated. She said that we are echoing Albert Camus, The Myth of Sisyphus
“Getting up, tram, four hours of work, meal, sleep, and Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, in the same routine “
Being a lover of Shakespeare, I reminded her another quote on life
” It is a tale
Told by an idiot, full of sound and fury,
Signifying nothing.”

We talked about life, its funny ways, its meaninglessness, and rare times that it seems meaningful, and other related things that generally makes people uncomfortable.
I felt as if we weren't talking to each other, we just stood with our minds open to each other, with Dana peeping into my mind, and I in her. We were just reading each other. It sounds weird again.
When we realized, we have walked 5 miles already by Delaware Riverside. We looked at each other and had a hearty laugh. Both came out of the trance that we were in. Yet , another funny but deep incident happened together. Each incident like that with Dana, makes me cherish her more as a friend. She is the only one whom I can talk things like the meaninglessness of life. Others call it pessimism, Dana calls it reality like me. Dana, thank you for being there with me and being like me. Heres a lovely note of friendship through these lovely to you Dana. Send this friendship cards to your friends whom you share a lovely time with.

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Friends and Colleagues – Administrative Professionals Day Cards

2008-04-18T04:36:00.000-07:00

I have heard people say that neighbors and colleagues are often not good friends. They may turn their backs due to professional competition or a personal rivalry. But Melanie proved this belief completely untrue. She works with me and is the friend on whom I can rely the most. I know that, no matter what, if I really need her, she will make time for me. Whenever things go wrong in the office, whenever I miss my family and whenever Ron, my boyfriend, is busy, she makes sure I have a shoulder to cry on. I can proudly proclaim that she is my colleague and my most reliable friend. “Colleagues cannot be trusted” -- is just a myth. It's sad when people get suspicious of others without giving them a chance to prove themselves. Pre-conceived ideas and prejudices are something that’s tough to get rid of, but we can at least try. Administrative Professionals Day is fast approaching, and I wish all my Administrative Professional Colleagues a very Happy Administrative Professionals Day.

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Spirit of True Friendship

2008-04-17T02:34:00.000-07:00

People walk in and out of your life, but the ones who leave footprints behind are the ones called friends. Just yesterday, I was wondering how lucky I am to have true friends around. People may have so called ”buddies” to hang out with, but very few have the luck to earn true friends who will be there beside them as they grow old. While I write this (rather typing this post), I am reminded of Melanie. Not that other friends are not as close to me as she is, but she is the only friend I have who claims to treat friendship as her religion. I adore her for that. I haven't ever seen anyone so serious about friendship and trust me, she is a role model when it comes to friendship. With her around, no one could miss their family. Well, I believe that's how friends should be. Celebrating the spirit of true friendship, here are friendship greetings that I would like to share. Send these friendship cards to your friends, and make them feel special – because that’s what they are.

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Wish Your Women Friends Happy best Friends day

2007-06-04T00:23:00.000-07:00

Giggles to girl talk, glad times to mad times... it sure is a whole lotta fun with a gal pal around ! On Best Friends Day celebrate the special woman in your life who is also your dearest friend. Send her from our cute and funny ecards for Women Friends and make this Best Friends Day a truly wonderful one for her.

Your Friendship Is Precious !
Send this cool and cute ecard to tell your best friend how precious she is to you.
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Amazing How Much Alike We Are !
Bring on the smiles of a gal pal with this cool an cute ecard.
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Happy Best Friends Day
Reach out to your dearest friend in school or college with this totally straight-from-the-heart Best Friends Day wish.
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You Brighten Me Up Naturally !
Speak your heart out to your best gal friend with this happening Best Friends Day wish.
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Wish Your Friends On Best Friends Day

2007-05-23T22:28:00.000-07:00

For all those we meet in the walks of life, and of all those among these that we call ‘friends’, isn’t it a wonder that only a few make that indelible mark and take a special niche in our hearts ? Well, may be, that’s precisely what makes them ‘wonder’ful ! And guess what’s the special name given to these wonderful beings ? Best friends ! Yes, they are the best of friends because they have a special quality

Best friends are the best of everything that you possibly could’ve asked for and the best of all those you see around you. Now what’s it that makes them different ? Ever wondered why you can’t call everyone ‘the best’ ? Think deep. And you’re sure to find the answer in those long tireless hours spent in listening to you, in those warm hugs during your most troubled times, in those comforting looks even when you’re in a screaming fit or in those warm smiles that say ‘I care” without even moving the lips ! That’s, may be, what makes A friend THE best.

Your best friend would know your mind, would always be hanging around you even if you’re giving the coldest shoulder ever, and would always make you feel special and wanted no matter how much you fought or cursed each other. So on Best Friends Day, isn’t it a great idea to make these special creatures feel extra-special and give them double the joys that they bring to you every single day ?

Having friends isn’t too hard. But being able to call someone “my best friend” isn’t as easy as you would think. It’s like sifting out the REAL stuff from a whole lot of drosses. And not all are blessed with the ability to find the gem ! If you’re lucky enough to have found one, why let it go waste ? Give him/ her, your best friend, the due happiness that he/ she so deserves. But if you’re under the impression best friends are just the ones in your age, hold on. Friendship knows no limits of age. Your mamma dear, granny darling, cool bro, loving sis, buddy daddy can be just as great a friend as you can imagine. And on Best Friends Day, you can wish these special kind of best friends in your life too !

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Our Friendship Is So Special !
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U R My Hotline To Happiness !
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A True Friend For Me Is You !
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Awesome Twosome
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Your Friendship Is Like Chocolate !
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Happy Best Friends Day To You !
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Your Friendship Is Special To Me !
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A Rose For You...
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Our Friendship... To Be Treasured Forever !
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Your Friendship Is Like Chocolate...
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Mother's day cards for Friends Who are Mom and Sisters

2007-05-09T05:05:00.000-07:00

On Mother's day send Happy Mother's day cards for your Friends who are moms and sisters who are mothers . and let them know how much you love them . Express your feelings and make them feel special on Mother's day

You Are A Great Sister...
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A Shoulder To Lean On...
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Glad And Lucky That You Are My Sis !
With a beautiful proverb 'n thought touch the heart of your sister this Mother's Day.
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U R My Best Friend...
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Today All I Can Say...
Send this cute ecard to a sis, on Mother's Day who has turned, into an awesome mom over the years.
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I Have A Friend Always By My Side...
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It's A Journey...
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Who's Simply The Best !
This Mother's Day wish your sister with this warm egreeting.
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As A Mother And My Friend...
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You Are What A Perfect Woman Should Be !
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Our Friendship Has Grown...
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It's Amazing...
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Thanks For All The Warmth And Smiles...
A warm ecard to say 'Thank You' to a wonderful friend and a loving mother.
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Know What I Cherish ?
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Internet Friends/Chat Friends

2007-05-04T03:50:00.000-07:00

Making friends has suddenly become easier. Thanks to the world wide web, we are making friends faster than we could have thought! Gone are the days of writing long letters, which was tedious and took a lot of time. Nowadays, there are lot of options available when you want to make friends. Internet or chat friend is one of them.

We have various chat options available today in Yahoo, Google, Orkut etc., and they have simplified the art of making friendship. We simply have to register our names in these sites and get connected with people around the world! We might not be knowing whom we are chatting with, because we tend to conceal our identities. This is very interesting, because we assume an imaginary name and personality, and chat with people around the world. Some of these net friends go on to become the best of our friends in the future.

There have been cases where online friends have met and become life partners, or fallen in love with each other. The expectation in online friendship is high, because we cannot see our friends and go on to create an imaginary picture of them in our minds. However, a certain amount of caution should be exercised when revealing identities to strangers. Since we do not know anything about the true identity of our chat friends, it is better not to disclose personal details. Nowadays, people post pictures, photos, and videos along with writing, so making friends has become more interesting than before.

Lastly, a great way to make online friendship bonds better is by web cameras, attached to your computers. You can actually see your friends and post great videos like birthday, friendship, graduation, valentines day etc. You can even talk to your friends who reside in the other part of the world! Thus internet has crossed all impossibilities and has made things easier for people who are willing to make friends.
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Funny Friendship Quotes

2007-05-03T02:34:00.000-07:00

# Money can't buy friends, but you can get a better class of enemy-- Spike Milligan.

# Between men and women there is no friendship possible. There is passion, enmity, worship, love, but no friendship--Oscar Wilde.

# One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives--Euripides.

# I have no trouble with my enemies. I can take care of my enemies all right. But my damn friends—they're the ones that keep me walking the floor nights! Warren G. Harding.

# A good friend can tell you what is the matter with you in a minute. He may not seem such a good friend after telling. Arthur Brisbane.

# Only your real friends will tell you when your face is dirty. Sicilian Proverb.

# A good friend is cheaper than therapy--Unknown.

# It is easier to forgive an enemy than to forgive a friend--William Blake.

# A friend is the one who comes in when the whole world has gone out-- Grace Pulpit.

# A true friend is one who thinks you are a good egg even if you are half-cracked--Author Unknown.

# It is the friends you can call up at 4 a.m. that matter-- Marlene Dietrich.

# It takes a long time to grow an old friend-- John Leonard.

# True friends stab you in the front-- Oscar Wilde.

# Before borrowing money from a friend, decide which you need most-- American Proverb.

# We are keenly aware of the faults of our friends, but if they like us enough it doesn't matter-- Mignon McLaughlin.

# The best time to make friends is before you need them--Ethel Barrymore.

Friend's Wedding Planner Part-3

2007-05-02T05:26:00.000-07:00

As promised, here are some more wedding must haves for your friend:

# Chocolate fountains: Chocolate fountains have become a very popular attraction in weddings nowadays. These are fountains overflowing with deep, rich chocolate!!! It's a dream for all the invitees and it comes with fruits, berries and candies for dipping. No doubt, these chocolate fountains would be a great attraction for your friend's wedding.

# Wedding Party Favors: These are a great way to thank your guests and you can choose from different goodies to gift from. These are a great way to thank all the guests who are invited to the party. There are many companies who can offer different varieties of wedding party favors.

# Valet Parking: You'll never have to run frantically for your car at a wedding, if you have a parking management firm hired for the wedding. Their services come handy where there is a parking garage full of guests.

# Wedding Cake: Wedding cakes are meant to be extra special! Make plans beforehand so that you have the designs ready. Traditional fruit cake are still the most popular ones. Other options are mud cake, sponge cake, chocolate cake etc. Flower decoration theme is the popular and beautiful wedding cake idea, and thats make it unique wedding cake decorating styles. So the favorite flower of a wedding couple can be the decoration theme for wedding cake, it may be anyone like pansy, sunflower, daisy, bird-of-paradise, orchid, tulip, violet or, of course, and the most beautiful flower rose.

# Honeymoon: Most couples cannot plan their honeymoon in an organized manner. Of course, in these situations, there are travel agents who can take care of this matter and can book the perfect travel package with the lodging, food, travel guide and all accommodations built into one low priced travel deal.

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Friend's Wedding Planner Part-2

2007-04-30T03:36:00.000-07:00

Hey guys! I wrote in my last post about planning your friend's or best buddy's wedding, which will make a difference with its uniqueness. Your friend finds you the most reliable and helpful person on his/her big day! And you want your friend's wedding night, an event to cherish forever.

Here are some more friend's wedding ideas:

# Wedding Invitation: In any big event, an invitation holds a very important position. The guests should know that they're invited and where to attend the gala ceremony. You don't want any confusion over the party time and celebration for your guests. In that case, wedding invitations are the most important way to show the guests that they are the most important people in the world to you. Of course the invitation can come in many shapes, sizes, colors, designs and so forth, so it's important to communicate to the Printing Company what you are looking for.The Invitations will mirror the feeling of the event, and show a bit of your own personality through the Wedding Card.

# A wedding without the perfect food is unimaginable! You want the cuisine and drinks to be delicious and special, so that your guests walk away feeling special! It is always a good idea to hire an expert caterer who employ the magic of great cooks and chefs. These caterers come in all shapes and sizes. Based on the theme, there are caterers who can provide food for your event, such as, Italian, French, Asian, American, Southwest, Seafood etc. The choices are endless.

# A wedding minus flowers is unthinkable, so do not forget to arrange for your friend's favorite flowers on their big day. Flowers can brighten up any dull place and has magical properties! It is a must for any wedding.For a beautiful and professional floral arrangement, only the best and brightest florists can fit the bill. A florist is responsible not just to set out flowers but to create
exquisite floral arrangements that are sure to draw, high appreciations from your guests!

# Wedding Make-up: On her most important day, every bride wants to look her very best, and your dear friend is no exception! Her make-up should be perfect and for that, you need to assign her to a professional make-up artist, who can make your friend look stunning! A professional will groom her with the latest in beauty and health business, which will make her look radiant.

# A wedding needs music to come to a full circle. You can get speakers and music systems for your friend's wedding in the first place, but wouldn't it be more lively and memorable if you can arrange for a live band or orchestra? You can get different wedding bands that will play your favorite music.
More to come later!

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Wishes For Your New Graduating Friends

2007-04-30T02:26:00.000-07:00

Graduation is that special time in a person’s life when the need for change, the need for a big leap rules the mind and soul like never before. It’s a time to look back and go down the memory-lane cherishing your accomplishments and realizing that your college life has ended It’s also a time to take a step forward into the untrodden and the new path of life that opens up before you while you graduate. Graduation brings with it the thrills of stepping into a broader space and the spills of parting with dear friends and favorite mentors. Graduation means the cap, the gown, the certificate and a heart full of deserving pride and joy. But graduation is, above all, a great jump—materially, socially and psychologically. For, you’re not just graduating from junior high, middle school, elementary school, kindergarten, high school, college, or university, you’re graduating from one step of life to another, graduating from one social space to another ! And, that’s what makes all the difference. This big event, graduation, suddenly makes you feel more responsible, like one who knows the ways of the world and doesn’t cringe to endure the inevitable lows of life. The excitement and anticipations for the unknown and unseen are, however, tinged with fond nostalgia of the bygone days, of friendships made and lessons learnt. But the indomitable spirit of teeming enthusiasm shines through and the heart sets sail to conquer newer shores ! That’s graduation !

Look With Pride !
Share a smile together with your dear one who has graduated with this fun-to-the-max ecard.
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Make Your Dreams Come True !
Reach out to your son/ daughter/ student/ dear one who has graduated with this inspirational ecard.
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Reach For The Stars !
Inspire all the new grads you know to reach out and soar high with this cool and cute ecard.
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Happy Graduation To You !
Send this cool and cute ecard to wish all the new grads you know.
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Li'l Game For Ya !
Pull a prank on your friends/ siblings/ loved ones who have graduated with this fun-to-the-max game.
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Reach Even Higher...
Congratulate and encourage your son/ daughter/ student/ dear one who has graduated with this inspiring wish.
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To The Smartest Grad !
Certify your friends/ siblings/ cousins/ loved ones as the smartest grad with this cool ecard.
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Congratulations And Best Wishes !
Send this ecard with a funny twist to wish your friends/ son/ daughter/ loved one a great future ahead.
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Congrats 'N Wow !
Congratulate your daughter/ friend on her Graduation with this cute ecard.
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Congrats... You Did It !
Personalize your wish for a new grad with this cool and cute ecard.
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Earn Few Quick Bucks !
Send this fun filled ecard to make your friends/ siblings/ dear ones' who have graduated roll out with laughter.
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Take The World In Your Stride...
An encouraging wish for your son/ daughter/ grandchild/ student/ dear one who has graduated.
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Friend's Wedding Planner Part-1

2007-04-27T04:09:00.000-07:00

Your friend's wedding is that grand occasion in which you have the biggest role to play. Imagine that your friend or best buddy is getting married in a span of few days and you have so little time left in your hand! You don't want to miss out on any action and you want to surprise your friend in a big way. What would you do?

Well! here are some great ideas that'll make your friend's wedding an event to remember:

# Coordinate all the details of the wedding beforehand. In this way, you'll not have to rush on the BIG day! Make your friend's wedding memorable for him or her by talking with a wedding and events planner much before the wedding. Wedding planners will take charge of the entire event and come up with unique ideas for your friend's wedding. Discuss all details that you want in the wedding, like your friend's favorite color, flowers, music, food etc.

# Decide on the theme of the wedding party. There are themes galore, so discuss it with your friend as well as the wedding planner. Popular themes for your friend's wedding would be-A Wedding by the Sea Wedding Theme, Royalty Wedding Theme, Antony and Cleopatra Wedding Theme, Fairytale Wedding Theme, Elvis Wedding Theme, Romeo and Juliet Wedding Theme, and Lancelot and Geuenivere Wedding Theme.

# There's a reason why the first thing a bride does after the proposal is look for the perfect Bridal Gown. The Wedding Dress is the formal attire your friend will be wearing during the wedding album shoot and it's something to be commemorated for the rest of her life. She wants to look gorgeous, radiant and sexy. Bridal Gowns range in styles from, simple and elegant to flashy and outlandish and everywhere in between. Chances are the Bridal Gown vendor will have an off the shelf gown to fit the personality and tastes of most brides. Just in case an off the shelf gown doesn't suit your friend, she can have a Bridal Dress custom made to her exact specifications.

# Your friend's wedding is one of the most memorable events of your life and you want to keep the memories afresh for years to come. This is when you'll need a qualified and professional photographer, who can capture the magical moments of your friend's life, so you can relive them over and over. So if you need to find the perfect Wedding Photographer or Event Photographer whose style will mystify your friend's wedding!

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Best Friends

2007-04-26T03:35:00.000-07:00

"Best friends are the siblings God forgot to give us.” The term 'best friend' has a deeper connotation. Best friends are not only the people with whom you share your joys and sorrows, but they are very much like your own family members. You cannot live without them. We start making friends right from our school days and casual friendships develop into strong friendship bonds. But we do not have multiple best friends. We only have one best friend, and we have a lofty place for them in our hearts.

If we are truly lucky, we get friends who stay on with us throughout our life. They go on to become our best friends; somebody whom we can rely upon; somebody who gives us moral support and precious guidance. Best friends go on to leave a permanent footprint on us. They are like precious diamonds, rare and eternal. Best friends bring out the best from you. They are your best judge and critic. They will warn you against any impending danger and counsel you in all difficulties. When you achieve something great, they will bask in your glory.

To make one true friend is by far the toughest undertaking of one's life. As one author has said, "It takes years to build up trust, and just seconds to destroy it." We should not let petty reasons and jealousy to stand between our way of friendship. Instead, we should try to make our bond stronger with every passing day.

Long-Distance Friendship Part-2

2007-04-25T03:23:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I talked about how to maintain contact with your friends who are living far away. Let me give you few more ideas which will keep your friendship ticking, even if you are miles apart from your friends and dear ones.

# There may be several occasions in your friend's life in which you cannot participate in, like their birthdays, weddings, anniversaries,and you just can’t be there in person to celebrate. In situations like these, you can send a small gift to them wrapped nicely in gift wrappers, which will be a token of your wonderful friendship. For instance, if a friend has recently given birth, you can send a magazine subscription to a parents magazine. Similarly, you can send small books on friendship, newspaper or magazine clippings on an area that interests your friend, small candles, lotions and oils, scented soaps, or anything luxurious to show that you care for your friend.

# A great way to keep in touch with your distant friends is planning get togethers once in a year. You can plan a fixed time of the year, so that all your friends know about it and you all go for a great trip! Camping with your friends would be great fun. Other than that, you can have fun in group activities such as boating, swimming, campfires, bar-b-ques, and the like. Adult slumber parties are also great fun as you get to remember old fun!

# If you happen to visit the city that your dear friend lives in, do not forget to drop by his or her place. Whether it is a business trip or a casual holiday, you can take out few hours from your busy schedule and meet up with your friend. They will appreciate the fact that you have not forgotten them. If you feel that they might not be available at home, call them up, or pay a surprise visit!

With little effort from both sides, we can keep the flame of love and friendship alive through years. If the ties of friendship are strong, then distance cannot douse that flame.

de.essortment.com/keepingintouch_rrir.htm

Long-Distance Friendship Part-1

2007-04-24T03:25:00.000-07:00

We can actually count our closest pals in one hand. We get to interact with some of our friends, finding time from our busy schedules, while with some friends, we have no choice but to maintain a long distance friendship or relationship. time and distance have a way of putting dents in relationships that you once thought would never end. Life becomes very busy after high-school or college. Without conscious effort, work, husbands, family, pets, and hobbies begin to take precedence over old friendships and become excuses as to why we don’t keep in touch. But let’s face it, our lives are fuller with friends! And although we become busier and busier every day, it’s a fact that we can be close with our friends, even if they live far away.

We would always love to rekindle an old friendship, and make efforts to keep in touch with our old friends who are living far away for some reason. If you want, you can come up with very good ideas to keep your friendship alive. Soon you will have rewarding results. Remember, friendship is not a liability, it's relation that needs constant nourishment from both sides.

Here are some ideas that will keep your long-distance friendship young and fresh forever:

# You may not have the time to call up your friends every evening after you get back from work, but you can definitely do so once in a month. Call up each of your friends living in different places and ask how are they doing or whether it is possible to plan a get together. Be sure to keep your address book updated with current phone numbers and addresses, as it becomes more difficult and time consuming to keep in touch when you have old numbers.You’ll soon find that they are picking up on the pattern, and soon they will return the gesture just as often!

# In the ever growing world of internet, take advantage of the email. It is by far the fastest and easiest ways to communicate with your friends and keep in touch with them in any part of the world. People love to receive new mail, and you’ll find that they will reply to your message more often times than not! This is also a great way to set up lunch dates, or weekend getaways with groups of friends.

# Now, in this age of email and technology, don't forget that handwritten notes and cards have their old charm! Nothing can replace a nice card filled with handwritten words by you or a sweet note reminding your friends of your friendship. They will be touched by nostalgia. Alternatively, you can also send cute and funky e-cards to your friends, which are great and conveys all that you want to say to your friends.

de.essortment.com/keepingintouch_rrir.htm

10 Chosen Best Friend Quotes

2007-04-23T03:17:00.000-07:00

"A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out."
- Anon

"Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow. Don't walk behind me, I may not lead. Walk beside me and be my friend."
- Albert Camus

"Everyone hears what you say. Friends listen to what you say. Best friends listen to what you don't say."
- Anon

"Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart."
- Anon

If you have one true friend, you have more than your share. ~Thomas Fuller~

“When it hurts to look back, and you're scared to look ahead, you can look beside you and your best friend will be there.”

"A true friend is someone who knows there's something wrong even when you have the biggest smile on your face."

"Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light."
~Helen Keller~

“The best kind of friend is the kind you can sit on a porch and swing with, never say a word, and then walk away feeling like it was the best conversation you've ever had.” ~Unknown~

"Tears may come and go,
But there's one thing I know.
All my life you're a friend of mine.
You can depend on me.
I'll be fine...
'Cause you're a friend of mine."
-Clarence Clemens

Missing You Friend Greeting Cards

2007-04-20T05:34:00.000-07:00

At times we do miss your Friends , And all the more when these friends are someone we have know for long.. At times when your are alone or the times when your down nothing is more comfortable than our friends ! However even if we dont have our friends nearby , you can always send them your friendly expressions by sending them eGreetings which says Miss you Friend! Check out these comforting Friendship Missing you animated and Flash Greetings and let your friends know how much you miss them

Without You.My Friend..
Confess how lonely your days 'n' nights are without your beloved.
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Missing you Friend...
Express to your family/ friend how sad a feeling it is to miss the one.
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When You Are Away...
Reach out to your friend/ beloved with this warm thought.
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Missing Your Friendly Presence...
Make your near one believe how his/ her absence hurts you.
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My Heart Weeps...
Let this teddy send this 'Miss You' message to your dear one.
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Lost In Your Thoughts...
Tell your dear one that he/ she is always on your mind.
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Time Freezes Without You.Friend..
Convey your deepest emotion to your special one who is miles away.
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Missing Your Friendly Mails...
Let your friend/ loved one know that you expect to hear from him/ her.
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Childhood Friends

2007-04-20T00:35:00.000-07:00

Friendship between two children is the purest form of friendship. There is no dirt, hidden motive, or meanness involved between children. Our childhood friends are our greatest treasures and we feel proud of them. Friendship between two kids slowly transform into deep friendship in the future. We rely and need our childhood friends in our day to day life. When undertaking a serious task, we seek advice from our closest pals. We rely heavily on their selflessness. Childhood friendship is all about mutual love, trust and reciprocation.

We break down when there is a rift with our childhood friends. They are very much a part of our household. So, we should be careful not to behave in an indifferent manner with them or harbor any sort of jealousy. Breaking up with your closest friend is like a handicapped person walking without the stick. Imagine living all alone without a true friend! My heart still bleeds for my long lost childhood friend, with whom I shared all joys and sorrows. I know that he is doing fine and is successful, but I have lost touch with him! Now, here lies the tragedy. You really wish that you remain friends forever, but your wish does not always come true. However, I take pride in the fact that my childhood friend is going great and I recollect all those cute and wonderful years that I have spent with him.

Sometimes, even if you don't wish, you lose contact with your childhood friends, precisely, you are a victim of circumstances. But do not feel guilty about it. If you can, try to find out your childhood friends by writing in newspapers, or speaking to people who know about them. If you are one of those lucky few to have contact with all your childhood friends, then make sure that your bond grows strong every day. Remember, that your childhood friends are precious!

Friendship Poems

2007-04-19T00:06:00.000-07:00

Friendship is a relation which is created by God and cannot be broken by a trivial casue. Send these inspiring poems to your friend on friendship day or on their birthdays to make them feel loved and special. If your friend has got distanced from you or feeling low, these poems on the value of friendship will surely uplift their spirit.

1) It takes more than caring
To be a real friend;
The nature of friendship;
Requires a blend
Of warmest compassion
And love deep and true
To reach and to comfort
The way that you do.
Because I can see
That your kind of friendship
Is priceless to me.

2) you'r my friend and that is true,
but the gift was given from me to you.
we went thru moments that were good and bad,
even moments that were happy and sad.
you suported me when i was in tears,
we stuck together when we were in fear,

its really sad that it had to be this way,
but it has reached its very last day.
miles away cant keep us apart,
'cause you'll always be in my heart.

3)It may not be the same,
But some things never change.
I feel it and I trust it,
I still believe in forever
Because that's what my heart knows.

Memories are the dew drops on our petals
That re-open the buds that have closed.
Flowers wilt as seasons change,
Though they grow a little more with rain.

The sun will shine when in need,
And left behind, a precious seed.

4) A Friend is a Treasure
A friend is someone we turn to,
when our spirits need a lift.
A friend is someone we treasure,
for our friendship is a gift.
A friend is someone who fills our lives,
with beauty, joy and grace.
And make the world we live in,
a better and happier place.

www.indianchild.com/friendship.htm - 26k
www.netpoets.com/poems/friends/

Across The Miles Friendship Postcards

2007-04-18T02:35:00.000-07:00

Its not easy to stay in touch with your friends specially when your friends are staying away from you and scattered all around the world . Old friendships sometimes lasts the test of times even though you often cant meet. However long distance friendships require real effort and sometimes time . In the age of technology however this does not seem to be the problem... But if one takes a deeper look at what really affects across the miles friendships .. Its much more than technology . I feel this has more to do with good communication along with a personal touch . Greeting cards are a great way of keeping in touch with your friends as it allows you to communicate and also add the personal touch of expression !! So if you have someone who has been your friend and now does not stay closer to you anymore . Go ahead and send these warm across the miles friendship greetings and tell them how much you miss them . All Friendship Greetings are free to send and receive.

Fly To You...Friend
A warm across the miles friendship message for someone your heart's longing to be with.
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Smiles To Bridge The Miles...
Brighten your friends day with this warm friendship message.
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The Milestone By The Road Side...
A heartfelt message for your friend/ family/ loved one/ colleague who is traveling away.
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Smiles To Bridge The Miles...
Brighten your friends day with this warm message.
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A Message In A Bottle !
A beautiful Friendship ecard to reach out to your sweetheart/ loved one 'Across The Miles'.
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You Are In My Heart...
A beautiful across thge miles ecard for your friend/ spouse/ loved one.
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Missing you Across the Miles.
A really beautiful Friendship across the miles card telling your friend how much you're missing him/ her.
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Across The Seas...
Tell your loved one that he/ she is always in your thoughts, even 'Across The Miles'.
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Tips and ideas for making friendship

2007-04-17T23:33:00.000-07:00

Who does not want to make friends? No human being can survive without a friend in this world! We all need friends to make our lives enjoyable and worth living. A world without a friend seems dull and colorless. But it is not very easy to make friends and maintain that friendship. You have to be careful in your approach when making friends. Sometimes we end up making lot of friends and at other times, we fail to have one good friend! However, friends like books, should be few and well chosen. If we have too many friends, we might have occasional differences of opinion and arguments, but if we have one or two trusted friends, we have a true companion, who clearly understands us and guides us from all trouble.

Making friends is not always easy. Especially if you are shy to begin with; let's face it, not all of us were born with a natural knack for social grace. People who are chirpy and outgoing, make friends easily. But with that said, there is hope for us yet.

Here's how to become social and make friends:

1)Just be yourself. Don't be afraid to express your opinions. If someone makes a rude remark, just ignore them- they don't know what they're talking about.

2)Be optimistic. Even if you are feeling really down, remember that there's always something out there to smile about. A positive outlook will make people want to be around you more.

3)Crack a joke. Having a sense of humor is important, but don't get too carried away - you have to be serious about some things, sometimes. Smile as much as you can. Signs of encouragement let people know you care about what they are saying.
Share interesting/silly ideas.

4)Listen more rather than talking. Instead of nodding and smiling and occasionally wiping the drool off your face, try to take what the person says and run with it. Add your own thoughts into the mix - but don't hijack the conversation. Start by doing little things if you are very reserved. For example, every time you go to school, work, or wherever, say hello to one person and have a one-on-one conversation with them.

5)If you know nothing about the person you're trying to get to know, say little things like "whats up." If they are hesitant about answering your questions, share something about yourself, such as where you're going or why you're there. Avoid talking about the weather. As Tom Waits says, "strangers talk about the weather." Try a compliment, that is, if you find something worth complimenting.

6)Be patient. If you are still among strangers, the apprehension of a conversation may cause a delay in comments. Don't worry, that will go away in short order. Talk to older people, maybe even your own folks. They will be less likely to ridicule you, therefore making it easier to learn to talk well.

7)Love yourself. It is difficult to like others when you do not appreciate yourself for who you are. Bootstrap yourself and work and play day to night until you feel good about yourself again. Try exercise to improve your self-esteem.

8)Be loyal. Little things count: If you make an appointment, be on time. If you're in a group, show up early, and stay late (even if you don't have anything to say at the moment).

9)Be nice to others. Always give compliments to those, but don't try too hard. If you are shy take a deep breath and risk it. You never know what might happen. Also crack a joke every once in a while. Again if you are shy, but inside crazy, let it out once in a while. Wear your hair up high and spin around, or dance, others will laugh, and find you fun and funny to be with.

10)It's easier to talk to people if you have shared an experience with them. Clearly the friends you have at the moment predominantly talk about interesting things they did in the past.

www.wikihow.com/Socialize,-Be-Funny-and-Make-Friends

Top Ten Books on Friendship

2007-04-17T01:04:00.000-07:00

Friendship is a relationship that is absolutely pure and eternal. A lot of books celebrating friendship have been written all over the world in different languages. These are a must read for all book lovers, especially those who are blessed with some great friends, or have lost touch with their friends. Let me help you with some really good books on friendship which are sure to engage your mind.
Relax, sit on a comfortable sofa with a cup of coffee and enjoy these friendship books which will make for a great read:

1) Best Friends for Never--by Lisi Harrison. A historical fiction, this book is about a teen age girl and her friends who rule the school.
2) Friends to the End: The True Value of Friendship-- by Bradley Trevor Greive. This book describes every facet of friendship
3) Best Friends, Worst Enemies: Understanding the Social Lives of Children--by Michael Thompson. A must read for any girl of any age.
4) You're the Best!: Stories About Friendship--by Belinda Hollyer.
5)The Art of Friendship: 70 Simple Rules for Making Meaningful Connections by Roger Horchow and Sally Horchow.
6)The Unwritten Rules of Friendship: Simple Strategies to Help Your Child Make Friends by Natalie Madorsky Elman and Eileen Kennedy-Moore.
7) Friendship with God: An Uncommon Dialogue by Neale Donald Walsch.
8) The Friendship Factor: How to Get Closer to the People You Care for by Alan Loy McGinnis.
9) When Friendship Hurts: How to Deal With Friends Who Betray, Abandon, or Wound You by Jan Yager.
10) The Friendship of Women: The Hidden Tradition of the Bible by Joan D. Chittister.

If you are a true bookworm like me,I am sure you will love to read these great books on friendship, which I have recommended
here. These books will definitely teach you a lesson about the value of friendship.
www.amazon.com/Best-Friends

Tips for reviving ties in case of broken friendship

2007-04-16T01:04:00.000-07:00

Our heart bleeds when we break up with our closest of pals. We do not have peace of mind when we suddenly stop talking to our best friends following an unwanted situation or misunderstandings. We may occasionally bump into our friends at all the odd places but we somehow do not get the courage to go up and speak to them. But inwardly we feel extremely bad about it. If we break up with our school or college friends, then we really go through a very rough time. We do not want to snap ties with our dear friends who have stood by us in all our trouble. We try to find different ways to revive our lost bond with our friends.
Our life is not the same anymore when we break up with our friends, who are almost indispensable for us in whatever we do. We need them in whatever we do and feel out of place when that friendship is lost.

Here's a quick checklist to regain that broken friendship--

# One of the quickest ways to revive that old friendship is calling up your friend. Tell him/her that you are really sorry for all that you have done, if you are responsible for the breakup. Once you say sorry, he or she cannot remain estranged for a long time. In case your friend is not picking up the call, go ahead and send a text message saying that you are sorry for your actions.
# You can suddenly land up at his/her place and give them a surprise with a bouquet of flowers, and add a note reminding them of your undying love and affection for them. This will surely break the ice and revive old bonds.
# Insist of meeting up with your friend at some coffee shop, restaurant, or a place which they prefer, and talk openly about the matter. Remember, that most matters are resolved by open and frank conversation and your friends will surely respond if you clearly explain the cause of your disagreement.
# Cook your friend's favorite dish at home and invite him/her for dinner. Leave a sweet text message on their phone saying that you are waiting for them, and do up your home with all their favorite items and photos which reminds them your lost friendship. They are most likely to get emotional.
# If you cannot gather enough courage to call up your friend and say that you are sorry, then you can also send an email, or a nice card with pictures, which speaks volumes about your harmony and friendship. Leaving a message in their answering machine is also a great idea; after all, who does not want to hear a live voice of their friend!
Remember, your friends forgive you at the slightest opportunity and do not want to break up forever. They also need you as much as you need them.

Wedding Anniversary Greeting Cards for Your Friends

2007-04-16T00:35:00.000-07:00

Wedding Anniversary is a celebration of love friendship and toegtherness ... So reach out to your friends/ family and loved ones to make them feel special on their wedding Anniversary with these elegant, cute and animated wedding Anniversary Greeting Cards

Your Journey Of Togetherness...
Wish your friends/ near ones, love and happiness on their journey together, with this wedding ecard.
[ Animated ]

Blooming With Happiness !
Beautiful way to wish your friend/ loved one with this wedding ecard.
[ Flash ]

A Toast To You Both...
Reach out to someone very special with this well animated fun wedding greetings ecard.
[ Flash ]

Made For Each Other !
To the married love birds send this warm Anniversary wish.
[ Animated ]

A Sparkling Wish !
Wish a special couple you know with this sparkling wedding wish !
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Happy Anniversary !
A floral wedding greeting to wish your dear ones.
[ Animated ]

Tips and Ideas To Maintain Friendship

2007-04-13T04:59:00.000-07:00

Best friends require one-on-one contact to survive. Telephone calls and getting together are musts for best friends to continue.

In fact, probably the quickest way to end a friendship is to neglect it and sever contact.

Yet it is hard to make time in a busy day and busy life to maintain our friends. But you don't have to have hours to spare to maintain a friendship.

Instead try the following to keep from neglecting your friends:

* Send frequent email. Email is a boon for a quick note.
* Call once a week. Telephone calls do not take long.
* Keep in touch through brief messages left on answering machines.
* Send an occasional card. Funny and/or appropriate cards take minutes to choose and address.
* Exercise together. We all have to exercise. It is more fun with a friend, plus, there is no better
place for talking than a walk in the park.
* Clean house together. This is another must do and two makes cleaning fun instead of boring.
* Send pictures. A picture is still worth a thousand words.
* Go to lunch at least once a month. More often would be better.

Follow the advice of Victoria Rayner, author of The Survival Guide for Today's Career Woman:

* Be a good listener; refrain from offering advice or moralizing.
* Respect your friend's point of view. Different personalities can complement each other; it isn't always necessary to see eye to eye.
* Never betray a trust. Trust, when violated, can ruin even the best friendship.
* Support and praise your friends; ignore their failures and imperfections.
* Never resent a friend's success. Instead, strive to admire her achievements.

Flexibility is always important for maintaining friendships. Be understanding when your friend has a last minute change in plans. Learn to accept "I'm sorry to cancel, but we will have another time together Sunday."

When paths begin to separate (you are married; he isn't or you have a baby; she is still childless) at forks in the road of life, that is the most important time of all to stay in touch with friends.

When there is conflict, it must be resolved for friendship to continue. Confrontation is one way to resolve conflict. Talking it out is another.

A cooling-off period is sometimes necessary when conflict has occurred. Once you reinitiate conflict, it may not even be necessary to discuss the conflict.

http://www.cyberparent.com/friendship/maintain.htm

Top 10 Friendship Songs

2007-04-12T05:24:00.000-07:00

From Bill Lamb,
http://top40.about.com/od/top10lists/tp/friendshipsongs.htm

Friendship seem to be everywhere in pop music. Songs about friendship, a special type of love, are a little more rare. However, there are still many to choose from. Enjoy this list of 10 of the best, and share any of your favorites that you think are left out.
1) You've Got a Friend - James Taylor - 1971

This song was written by Carole King and included on her landmark album Tapestry released in 1971. The definitive version was recorded by King's friend James Taylor and his recording of "You've Got a Friend" hit #1 in 1971. It is Taylor's only #1 pop single.

"You've Got a Friend" has been recorded many times since by artists ranging from Barbra Streisand to Yemeni singer Ofra Haza. Few other songs come close to this song's simple poignance of friends helping and supporting each other.

2) Thank You for Being a Friend - Andrew Gold - 1978

An entire generation knows this song as the theme song to the TV show Golden Girls from a version recorded by Cindy Fee. However, the song first entered the public conscience in a 1978 version by the song's writer, pop musician Andrew Gold. The song is a perfect expression of gratitude to those treasured people we call friends.

) Lean On Me - Bill Withers - 1972

Soul legend Bill Withers introduced this song in the early 1970's It went straight to #1 on the pop chart and became a contemporary pop standard. Club Nouveau took it back to #1 in 1987 with a more upbeat version. The song was written by Paul Hill who later went on to work with many other legendary recording artists. He currently operates the Paul Hill

I'll Be There for You - The Rembrandts - 1995

Best known as the theme song for the TV series Friends, "I'll Be There for You" was written specifically for the show by Michael Skloff and Allee Willis. There were no plans initially to release the song as a single, but demand from fans eventually forced the Rembrandts to record a full-length version and the song, in a commercial version, reached the pop top 20. In a similar vein to the show, "I'll Be There for You" celebrates the humor in friendship.

For Always Being There...
A heartfelt, ecard for sharing 'Between Friends'.
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Who Makes Life Easy !
Thank your friend for his/ her support with this fun and cute Friendship ecard.
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Friend For A Lifetime !
Send this warm friendship ecard to your special friend.
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Cheering You Up !
Send this cute friendship animated card to your buddy/ friend who's always there for you.
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5) That's What Friends Are For - Dionne Warwick and Friends - 1986

This classic affirmation of the support friendship provides was first recorded by Rod Stewart for the soundtrack to the movie Night Shift in 1982. The song was written by legends Burt Bacharach and Carole Bayer Sager. Dionne Warwick entered the studio with Elton John, Gladys Knight and Stevie Wonder to record the song as a benefit for the American Foundation for AIDS Research, and pop music history was made. The single spent 4 weeks at #1 and earned 2 Grammy Awards.

6) Wind Beneath My Wings - Bette Midler - 1989

This song had a rather humble beginning. It was written by Larry Henley and Jeff Silbar and was first recorded in 1982. Lou Rawls brought it into the pop singles chart at #65 in 1983. Country singer Gary Morris took it into the country top 10 the same year. However, it was Bette Midler's performance of the song as a eulogy for a friend in the movie Beaches that made the song an unforgettable classic. "Wind Beneath My Wings" won a Grammy Award for Record of the Year.

7) Beatles - With a Little Help From My Friends - 1967

Yes, indeed, friends can help get you through times of romantic trouble. Just ask Ringo. "With a Little Help From My Friends," in its definitive version by the Beatles, was never released as a single. However, Joe Cocker took a version of the song onto the pop charts in 1968.

8) I Turn to You - Christina Aguilera - 2000

This was the 3rd single from Christina Aguilera's self-titled debut album. Written by Diane Warren, it is a big ballad designed to show off Aguilera's voice. The lyrics are poignant and can be expanded beyond describing a friendship relationship. The song was first recorded by the group All-4-One for the Space Jam soundtrack in 1996.

9) Kind & Generous - Natalie Merchant - 1998

"Kind & Generous" is a multi-purpose thank you song, but it works as an elegant and eloquent thank you to friends.

10) Ben - Michael Jackson - 1972

It may seem odd to include a song written about a boy's friendship with a rat for a sequel to a horror movie in a list of the best friendship songs of all time, but Michael Jackson's "Ben" remains touching and poignant over 30 years later. The song was nominated for an Academy Award and became Michael Jackson's first #1 pop single as a solo artist when he was only 14.

For A Friend Who's Made A Difference In Your Life...
A beautiful friendship inspiration ecard to thank your friend for constant support.
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Sail Smooth Forever...
Inspire your friend who's going through a difficult time with this warm 'Friendship Inspiration' ecard.
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Inspire Your Friend !
A beautiful friendship inspiration ecard to Inspire your friends.
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An Encouraging Message !
A fun, inspiring and encouraging animated friendshipecard for your friends.
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Friendship Missing You Virtual Greeting Cards

2007-04-11T06:08:00.000-07:00

Distance makes the heart grow fonder... Well, it certainly makes the heart want to reach out to Friends specially the friends whom we really miss. We've got the perfect set of warm, cute and heartfelt 'Friendship Missing You' ecards for your friends/ buddy/ pal/ loved ones who due to certain circumstances are not near you . Let your friends know how much you miss them and express your emotions by sending these cute Friendship Missing You Virtual Greeting Cards

Fly To You...
A warm message for your friend whom you really miss lo
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Smiles To Bridge The Miles...
Brighten your friends day with this warm message.
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The Milestone By The Road Side...
A heartfelt message for your friend/ colleague who is traveling away.
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Smiles To Bridge The Miles...
Brighten your friends day with this missing you warm message.
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Outta Swing... Without U !
Let your friends know it's no fun without him/ her.
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Missing You...
A heartfelt message for a close friend/ best pal who's away.
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If Only You Were Here !
A 'Miss You ' note for your friend to let him/ her know you're missing him/ her.
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I Am Just Not Myself !
Tell your buddy/ best pal/ loved one how much you miss him/ her with this cute ecard.
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Our Friendship Rose Will Never Wither Away !
A beautiful way to let your friend know how much you treasure your friendship.
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I'm The One Who's Missing You !
A wonderful way of asking for forgiveness from your friend/ loved one for not being in touch !
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Friendship Quotes For Friends

2007-04-11T06:07:00.000-07:00

"A friend is one who knows us, but loves us anyway."
- Jerome Cummings

"Only your real friends tell you when your face is dirty."
- Sicilian Proverb

"What is a friend? I will tell you...it is someone with whom
you dare to be yourself."
- Frank Crane

"A good friend remembers what we were and sees what we can be."
- Unknown

"Don't be dismayed at good-byes. A farewell is necessary before you can
meet again. And meeting again, after moments or lifetimes,
is certain for those who are friends."
- Richard Bach

"A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out."
- Walter Winchell

"The only way to have a friend is to be one."
- Ralph Waldo Emerson

"A friend is someone who is there for you when he'd rather be somewhere else."
- Unknown

"All love that has not friendship for its base,
is like a mansion built upon the sand."
- Ella Wheeler Wilcox

"A mirror reflects a man's face, but what he is really like
is shown by the kind of friends he chooses."
- Proverbs 27:19

"In a friend you find a second self."
- Isabelle Norton

"The better you know someone, the less there is to say.
Or maybe, there's less that needs to be said."
- Unknown

"A friend loveth at all times."
- Proverbs 17:17

"Your friends will know you better in the first minute they meet you
than your acquaintances will know you in a thousand years."
- Richard Bach

"Every gift from a friend is a wish for your happiness..."
- Richard Bach

"Can miles truly separate us from friends?
If we want to be with someone we love, aren't we already there?"
- Richard Bach

"Never shall I forget the days I spent with you. Continue to be my friend,
as you will always find me yours."
- Ludwig van Beethoven

"A friend hears the song in my heart and sings it to me when my memory fails."
- Unknown

"A part of you has grown in me. And so you see, it's you and me
together forever and never apart, maybe in distance, but never in heart."
- Unknown

"Friendship doubles your joys, and divides your sorrows."
- Unknown

"Friends are those rare people who ask how you are
and then wait to hear the answer."
- Unknown

"The most beautiful discovery that true friends can make is that
they can grow separately without growing apart."
- Unknown

"A friend is someone who reaches out for your hand...and touches your heart."
- Unknown

Whats Up ,Hi Greetings for Your Friends

2007-04-09T22:57:00.000-07:00

Hello ! Howdy ! Wassup ? Howz it goin' ? Reach out to your friend, best pal, buddy, loved one or an acquaintance or connect with someone you haven't been in touch for a while with these warm, fun and heartfelt messages.

Hello !
A warm ecard for your loved one/ friend.
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A Friendship Note !
A warm note to make up for your absence.
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Hello Friend...
Say a warm blooming hello to your friend.
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Chatting Up With Ya !
A cute ecard to compliment your net friend.
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A Quick Hello !
Tickle your friend with a cool hello.
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Long Time No Scribbles !
Keep in touch with this cool ecard.
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A Cool 'Hello' !
A bright and sunny wish for your dear pal.
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Bumped Into You...
Reconnect with your old pal through this ecard.
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Wassup !
A cool message to light up a smile on your dear ones face.
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A Smiling Hello !
A cool smiling Hello to light up your dear ones day.
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A Cute Hello...
Pop out to your dear friends with a cool Hello.
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A 'Hi' Five !
Catch up with your dear buddy with this smart ecard.
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Friendship :The One Gift You cant choose

2007-04-09T22:49:00.000-07:00

Friendship is a Gift That God gives to us . A gift which You cant choose .Its Like as they say.. You can chose your Home but you can choose your neighbors . We may be blessed with a Great House and Great Spouse and the greatest of all Jobs . But having Friends whom you like, Getting Friends that stands by you in your good and bad times is something that none of us have a choice in.
For those of you who is blessed with Great Friends . You can send some of The Friendship cards that will be a part of this Greetings Blog and let your Buddies and Friends know how much you care for them . Send These Free Friendship Greeting cards. All Friendship greetings are free to send and receive

Welcome to friendship Greeting cards

2007-04-09T22:45:00.001-07:00

Welcome to friendship Greeting cards