Friendship Postcards and Friendship Flash cards

Celebrate Friends Day for Lucky Friendships

2007-09-14T04:05:00.000-07:00

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September 22nd is Friends Day; a day to enjoy and celebrate with your dearest friends. Friends mean so much to us-from sharing our joys and sorrows, guiding us from all problems, to being there for each other all the time. On Friends Day, send your best wishes and heartiest love to your pals or dearest friend with this sweet friendship e-card, and tell 'em that you are lucky to have them in your life!

Friendship is a Blessing

2007-09-11T04:15:00.000-07:00

Friendship is always a divine gift and one has to be really lucky to have a trusted friend. If you have friendship, you have everything; if you don't have it, it does not matter what else you have. Friendship is that sustaining life force, that keeps us going. We might develop many acquaintances, but it takes an entire lifetime to get a trusted friend. A true friend is like an angel, guiding us from all difficulties, and showing us the right path. If you have such a loyal friend, you will know what I mean.
Express your innermost feelings, gratitude, and beautiful friendship thoughts for your special friend with this sweet friendship e-card and say that his/her friendship is no short of a miracle!

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Thank Your Teachers on Teachers' Day!

2007-09-04T05:12:00.000-07:00

It's Teachers' Day in India on 5th September. It is a day when you get to show your love and respect to your teachers and mentors. Teachers are like our parents, who show us the light of knowledge and tell us what is right and wrong. There are times when teachers are more than a friend to us. We confide in our teachers and tell them about our problems. Teachers are more like counselors who provide us with the best advice. Do you have a teacher/mentor/professor who has inspired you in a great way and have always been your friend? On Teacher's Day, send your beautiful message to your dear teacher with these charming e-cards and thank them for always being there!

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Have Unlimited Fun with Video Games!!

2007-09-04T00:28:00.000-07:00

Do you love playing video games? Video games are the latest craze and attraction, especially among youngsters. There is hardly any school or college going kid who's not hooked on to PC games or video games. Even adults find an excuse and indulge in this virtual gaming world and let their imaginations run really fast! Mortal Kombat, Night Trap, Doom, the Grand Theft Auto Series, Pacman, Tetris, Galaga etc. are some of the popular forms of video games. On Video Games Day(September 12), don't forget to indulge in some rocking fun, as you play enchanting video games with your friends and dear ones. Jazz up your excitement by sending your buddies these cool video games e-cards!

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Catch a Nice Movie with Friends!

2007-08-30T04:03:00.000-07:00

Are you a movie buff? Love watching movies with friends? If you're are a movie buff like me, make a plan to spend a lazy, yet exciting day watching some great movies at the comfort of your home. For me, nothing is more pleasurable than chatting with friends and watching some great movies with popcorns and coke! Ask your friends what movies they want to see; whether they love romance, thrillers, drama, action, or horror movies. I am a big fan of horror and thriller genre. There is another reason to watch movies with friends because it's Rent A Movie Day on September 6; a nice excuse to celebrate with friends. Invite your friends over and have a wonderful time catching up the latest blockbusters!

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Love and Blessings on Janmashtami

2007-08-30T01:26:00.000-07:00

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Janmashtami is a beautiful day to celebrate with friends. For those of you who are wondering what Janmashtami is all about, it is the day when Lord Krishna was born to save us from all evils. So Janmashtami is a very auspicious and sacred occasion in India and is celebrated throughout the country. Fairs, musical events, various folk shows and folk theaters are organized throughout the country to celebrate the birth of Krishna. Devotees make beautiful jhulans(cradles)for baby Krishna. Scenes from Krishna's birth are enacted by young boys and girls. Earthen pots(matkas) of butter and curd are broken by young guys. People believe that if one rocks the cradle, his/her wish will be granted on this special day. People visit their friend's or relatives houses and gift sweets and wish them good luck. People visit temples and offer their heartfelt prayers.

On Janmashtami, send your best wishes and heartfelt prayer for your friends/loved ones with these special Janmashtami e-cards!

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Online Friendship: How To Make Friends

2007-08-27T03:06:00.000-07:00

Curious to know how to make friends in the online world? Depressed that you don't have any friends? Here's an answer for all your questions. Now making friends is easier than ever! All you need is a computer with an internet connection. You can make friends and chat with them in the privacy of your home. If you do not have internet access at your home, there's nothing to worry about. You can access your online friends from a local library with internet connection, or from cyber cafes and parlors.

To get started, you need to create an email address of your own and secure it with a unique password, so that you can access your emails whenever you feel like. For starters, it is absolutely necessary to be internet friendly and protect your personal identity in the online world. Do not disclose your personal details to strangers posing as friends online. But hey! there's nothing to get scared! You can make friends with a fake identity and chat with them. Once you are totally convinced talking with somebody, you can go ahead and tell few things about yourself. Yahoo, MSN, AOL, Google and various other websites offer free chatting options with people throughout the world. So you can now make friends internationally with just a click of your mouse!

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Enjoy Labor Day with Friends

2007-08-27T01:14:00.000-07:00

Labor Day is great to celebrate and enjoy with friends. Invite all your friends and dear ones for a special Labor Day buffet lunch or dinner at your home and have a great time! Alternatively, you can plan for a get together at a nearby picnic spot or enjoy water sports and rides at some amusement park. If you love to stay indoors, then having a barbecue party would be a great idea. Sing, chat, dance and share jokes with friends with mouthwatering barbecue recipes on Labor Day. Spend this special day with lots of fun!

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Celebrate Coffee Month With Friends!

2007-08-21T03:18:00.000-07:00

When friends sit down for chatting together, steaming cups of coffee keeps them going and provides them with extra energy. Whether I go out for movies with friends, or chat at my place, coffee gives me company all the time. I'm an absolute coffee addict! I'm really happy that August is celebrated as coffee month. That way I can drink few more cups:) Jokes apart, I plan to taste some really nice coffee flavors at my favorite coffee shop and discover exotic aromas of coffee. Celebrate coffee month with friends/dear ones!

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Say Sorry to Your Friends!

2007-08-21T01:47:00.000-07:00

Often there are times when we say harsh words to our friends or behave with them in an erratic fashion. Many friendships break due to trifling causes and misunderstandings. Friends are always precious. We need them wherever we go and cannot live without them. If you have broken up or had a fight with your friend of late, express your heartfelt apologies with sweet, sincere words and I'm sure they will forgive you! Remember, your friends need you as much you need them. So do not be depressed or distressed if you have broken up with your friend. A simple "sorry" at the right time can actually help you regain a lost friendship! Go ahead and express your sincere apologies to your friend!

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How to Make Friends in Myspace

2007-08-20T12:29:00.000-07:00

Very often I have to answer people who keep asking me about making friends on a social networking site. Chat is quite passe' these days and social networking seems to be the newest buzzword in the online world! Though there are various social network websites, MySpace is one of the hottest sites where you can make and find friends of your choice. The craze of MySpace is alike among young and old. For those of you who are still wondering on how to use MySpace and contact/make friends, here's a nice video that will guide you about the basic steps. Now making friends is a click away!

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Happy Raksha Bandhan Wishes!

2007-08-20T10:32:00.000-07:00

Raksha Bandhan is on Aug 28. Since I do not have a brother, I'll tie a nice rakhi on my sister's hand. Traditionally, rakhis are tied on a brother's hand as a symbol of love and protection; you can actually tie or gift a rakhi to anyone you love--cousins, friends, or even a close acquaintance. I have already decided how to celebrate this special day with my sister. After the initial ceremony of tying rakhi and eating sweets gets over, I plan to catch a nice movie with her and eat out at her favorite restaurant.

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If you have brothers,sisters, cousin brother or sisters, friends, whom you want to wish on this special occasion, shower your love and wishes on them on Raksha Bandhan! Send these heartwarming e-cards!

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What I Plan to do for Friendship Week

2007-08-16T23:35:00.000-07:00

Hello friends! As I said before, I'm taking a break from my busy schedule to relax for a while. Since Friendship Week(Aug19-25) is coinciding with my holiday, I have planned a lot of activities for me.

Day1--Calling up all my friends from college and university, right in the morning! Engaging in some refreshing conversation.
Day2--Going for a nice movie with Joy, Rimmy, Susan, Ronnie, and Rohit. They are my closest pals, so we plan to rock the day with fun!
Day3--Hitting the gym with double enthusiasm(no kidding!). Working out is the best stress buster for me, apart from movies!
Day4--Visiting Avril's place(she is my university friend) and learning a few cooking tips from her. Avril cooks great and I need to pick up few skills from her.
Day5--Shop till you drop! Yes, I need to go shopping with friends, since I haven't been to malls for a while. Then I plan to go to bowling den and test my skills in bowling:)
Day6--Time to chill out with friends in our favorite food joint, followed by a movie
Day7--Whole day outing at a cosy coffee bar, followed by dinner.

Now, this is a tentative plan, so things might get changed. But I plan to enjoy to the fullest on this Friendship Week! Any suggestions?

College is Full of Fun!

2007-08-16T20:04:00.000-07:00

Are you in college? Do you have lot of friends? Then be prepared for whole lot of fun! I found out today that the last day of this month(Aug 31st) is College Colors Day. It's a day to have a ball with your friends, and enjoy to the full! We all love our college days. College means unlimited fun and free spirit. Whether it's going out with friends, watching movies, avoiding classes and lectures, or exam phobias, college life is the most memorable episode of one's life.

I still miss my college, my friends, my professors, and even my college cafeteria with mouthwatering food! It was so much fun! If you are still in college or fresh out of college, celebrate this special day with your pals and enjoy the true spirit of college life. Send free, fun college colors greetings to all your friends and wish them good luck!

Catching Up With Friends

2007-08-11T04:55:00.000-07:00

Lets get together! This is something we hear often. But the fact is, we get very little time to catch up with our friends and colleagues. In this fast paced life and hectic work schedules, we have little or no time to enjoy and socialize. We want to go out and meet up with friends, but we cannot manage enough time. Weekends are the only time we have, but then also we are burdened with lots of work. We try to finish them off in the weekends. So the end result is--no time for friends!

I have friends who complain about this problem and rebuke me over phone for not being able to go for a movie or a party. But most of the time, they understand and forgive me. We all know we are busy. But we do make a plan at least once a month, and go out for movies and stuff like that. This week I have taken a week off from work, so I'm planning to catch up with all my friends and colleagues; write them emails, send cards, and if possible, host a party at my place. Guys, please give me ideas on how to arrange a nice party and enjoy with friends. Meanwhile I'll start sending invitations to my friends!

Friendship Bracelets

2007-07-20T01:03:00.000-07:00

Among all other presents that we gift our friends, friendship bracelets are the sweetest ones. It is by far the best symbol of friendship, and comes in various patterns and colors. These are handmade by embroidery floss or thread. These cute, colorful bracelets are liked by both boys and girls, and are a craze among teens and college goers. There are candy stripes, broken ladder, chevron, Chinese staircase, diagonal 3's, rag rug, totem pole, and many other designs and styles of a friendship bracelet.

Friendship bracelets are especially given by one friend to another on International Friendship Day, which falls on the first Sunday of August, as a universal token of friendship and harmony. Go ahead and tie one of these bracelets on your buddy's wrist, and make your friendship stay forever!

Friendship Day Forever Animated Wishes

2007-07-13T06:10:00.000-07:00

Friends are forever! They are always with us and understand us better than anybody else. With Friendship Day approaching near(Aug 5th), let your friends know that you appreciate their help and support with these cute and inspiring e-cards. Renew your friendship ties with 'em!

A Friendship Toast !
Raise a toast to your best buddy/ friend with this warm ecard and make him/ her feel special.
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Friends Forever !
A cute, warm and beautiful ecard for your childhood friend/ best pal.
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For Your True Blue Pal !
A warm, interactive, fun ecard for your best buddy/ friend who has always been there by your side.
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Evergreen Friends !
A lovely message for your best friend/ close pal that's gonna make her feel special.
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I'll Be Always Around...
Make your friend feel special with this caring message.
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A Wonderful Friend...
Thank your friend for always being there by your side.
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Friendship Day Jokes and Humor

2007-07-05T23:55:00.000-07:00

Hey guys! Friendship Day(Aug 5th) is a great occasion to celebrate with your closest pals. Friendship Day is a special day dedicated to friends around the world, considering the role that they play in our life. Enjoy this day with all your friends and loved ones to the fullest. Call up your friends, give them cute gifts, go for some fun activities, or simply indulge in some mirth and laughter at a cosy corner of your house.

Enjoy these funny jokes with friends or send these as Friendship Day fun text messages:

☻FRIENDS

True friends are like Diamonds... they are real and rare. False friends are like leaves... they are scattered everywhere.

☻SUBSCRIBER CANNOT BE REACHED

If you need advice, text me... If you need a friend, call me... If you need me, come to me... If you need money... ........... THE SUBSCRIBER CANNOT BE REACHED!

☻COMPUTER

A good friend is like a computer; me 'enter' ur life, 'save' u in my heart, 'format' ur problems, 'shift' u 2 opportunities & never 'delete' u from my memory!

☻FRIENDS ALWAYS

In this WORLD, where everything seems UNCERTAIN, only one thing is DEFINITE. You'll always be my FRIEND, beyond WORDS, beyond TIME & beyond DISTANCE!

☻OUT OF MY CONTROL

Meeting you was fate, becoming your friend was choice, but falling in love with you was completely out of my control.

☻ NAKED

GUY: If I could see you naked, I'd die happy. GAL: If I see you naked, I'd probably die laughing.

☻ WHAT YOU SAY

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

☻OLD FRIENDS

Never abandon old friends. They are hard 2 replace. Friendships is like wine: it gets BETTER as it grows OLDER. Just like us... i get BETTER, u get OLDER.

☻ NIGHT PRAYER

Dear God, thank you for making me healthy. Can you also make me sexy? If you can't make me sexy, please make all my friends fat. Amen.

☻ABOUT ME

Handsome, Sweet, Intelligent, Spontaneous, Good Looking, Nice Friends, Charming, Funny, well... Enough about ME! How about you?

☻ GOOD TASTE

A phone is a form of communication, a kiss is a form of affection. A picture is a form of remembrance, CHOOSING me as ur FRIEND is a form of.. ahem GOOD TASTE!

Share A Laugh With Your Friends

2007-06-28T01:14:00.000-07:00

Friends are the greatest gift from God! Whether it's childhood friends or work friends, we need them beside us all the time. What is more refreshing than sharing a hearty laughter or a hilarious joke with friends? It breaks all monotony and fills us with vital energy. August 5th is celebrated as Friendship Day this year and it's a great day to enjoy a nice time with friends and colleagues.

Invite all your friends this Friendship Day and enjoy a feast with your favorite food and drink. Crack jokes with friends and jazz up their spirits. Go for a movie together, eat out at your favorite restaurant, go for a long drive, play basketball, go camping or have a beach party. Whatever you do, don't forget to smile and laugh with friends. Remember, a smile costs nothing, yet lasts forever!

Recollect all those sweet days spent together and the weird things that you had done! Remember all those funny school or college days and share a laugh. Pull each other's legs and indulge in some fun activities like water games, bowling, word searches, puzzles, crafts and so on. Going out with friends is a great stress buster and is the best way to bring more laughter into your life. The effects of laughter are contagious and is most beneficial to shower you with friendly feelings. Whether it's real or fake, smile with your friends and watch its positive effects!

Quotes and Ideas To Patch Up Broken Friendships

2007-06-24T23:24:00.000-07:00

Breaking up with a close friend is always disastrous! We lose peace of mind and sleep if a friendship ends in a bitter quarrel or a mere misunderstanding. However, there's always room for restoring that friendship which you once shared. While there may be friends who might not forgive easily, most will be too willing to mend the broken ties.

Here's how to patch up with an estranged friend:

1) The best way to revive friendships is by calling up friends. Just gather courage and call up your friend and say that you are missing him/her and want this friendship to stay forever. If you cannot call up your friend, meet up with them somewhere and tell them that their friendship is precious to you.

2) Take another friend into strict confidence and seek his help. Then allow him to patch up disputes with your friend. This works good and helps to break the ice between alienated friends.

3) Use every single opportunity to bump with your friends who have separated from you. If you know their favorite hangouts, pubs or coffee shops, drop in there to meet up with them. Tell the waiter or bartender to serve your friend's favorite coffee or drink, and add a note to it. If a music is being played, tell the musician to play your friend's favorite song, which will remind him of those good old times!

4) If nothing of the above works, simply send a nice text message or a beautiful card with a sweet friendship message. No doubt, your friend will start missing you and revive that friendship once again!

Here are some famous quotes which you can send your friends:

* "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

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

* "The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious, it is the true source of art, science, and friendship."
- Albert Einstein

* "Friendship that flows from the heart cannot be frozen by adversity, as the water that flows from the spring cannot congeal in winter."
- James Fenimore Cooper

* "When true friends meet in adverse hour;
'Tis like a sunbeam through a shower.
A watery way an instant seen,
The darkly closing clouds between."
- Sir Walter Scott

Noted Books On Friendship

2007-06-07T00:02:00.000-07:00

Countless numbers of books have been written on friendship, exploiting its various facets, characteristics, and complexities. Many are famous classics written by eminent authors.

Here's a list of some much-publicized friendship books that are always in limelight:

* Amandine By Adele Griffin
* Anne Frank and Me By Cherie Bennett and Jeff Gottesfeld
* Aquamarine By Alice Hoffman
* Crash By Jerry Spinelli
* The Darkest Corner By Mildred Barger Herschler
* Crossing Jordan By Adrian Fogelin
* Daring to Be Abigail By Rachel Vail
* The Devil and His Boy By Anthony Horowitz
* Down the Yukon By Will Hobbs
* Far North By Will Hobbs
* Freedom Summer By Deborah Wiles
* Ghost Train By Jess Mowry
* The Goats By Brock Cole
* Good-bye, Billy Radish By Gloria Skurzynski
* Greater Than Angels By Carol Matas
* The Jaws of the Dragon By Alan Gibbons
* The Journal of Ben Uchida By Barry Denenberg
* Land of Another Sun By Sheila Kelly Welch
* Leaving Fishers By Margaret Peterson
* Lives of Our Own By Lorrie Hewett
* The Misfits By James Howe
* No More Dead Dogs By Gordon Korman
* On My Honor By Marion Dane Bauer
* Raven in a Dove House By Andrea Davis Pinkney
* Run for Your Life By Marilyn Levy
* Shark Bait By Graham Salisbury
* The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants By Ann Brashares
* Steal Away Home By Lois Ruby
* Stones In Water By Donna Jo Napoli
* Straydog By Kathe Koja
* True Believer By Virginia Euwer Wolff
* Where You Belong By Mary Ann McGuigan

Difficult Hours !
Lend your support to your dear friend through this ecard.
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Growing Up With You !
A message to let your friend know that he/ she makes every moment in your life special.
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Good Old Times !
Send this groovy ecard your old/ childhood friend's way and make them jig to the timeless tune.
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Everyday Is Party Time...
A cool funky ecard for your groovy pal.
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Together Forever...
A fun filled ecard sure to sparkle a smile on your friends face.
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Thanks For My Special Friend !
Make your dear friend feel really special with this cute ecard.
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Happy Best Friends Day Animated Wishes

2007-06-03T23:47:00.000-07:00

Life is a tough,thorny road without our friends. We need the assistance of our friends in our difficult times and rely on them for their expert tips. If we have one or two close friends, they fill our life with fun, and laughter and add that extra zing to life! Friends perk up our spirits and fill our days with sunshine. When we are feeling low, they are the ones who energize us and refresh us with oodles of fun. A true friend always says,"I'll be there for you!" Go and take your pick from these cute, and motivating Best Friends Day e-cards and let them know that you are always by their side!

Lend A Hand !
A warm assurance for your dear pal.
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Always By Your Side !
A warm wish for your special friend.
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Friendly Support...
A beary cute way to warm your friend/ loved one's heart.
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If You Ever Need A Lift...
A cool fun filled ecard to assure your buddy of your presence.
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I Am There For You...
An interactive ecard for your friend/ loved one.
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You're My Guiding Star...
A warm ecard to thank your friend for always being there.
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Connect With Distant Friends On Best Friends Day

2007-05-30T23:24:00.000-07:00

Are you sad that your best buddy isn't with you anymore? Is he living far away in some other city or country? Stop worrying! Now is the time to reach out to your best pal. Best Friends Day is close by(June 8th) and now things have become easier with the internet. You can now connect with your friends living far away and send them cute wishes and e-cards. In this way, you won't miss your friend and the good times that you spent together. Just choose from any one of these cute, funny and friendly e-cards and let your best friend how how truly special he is! Coz, friendship is to be treasured forever!

Missing You So Much...
Tell your best friend how much you are missing the good ol' days with this cute ecard.
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Missing You On Best Friends Day...
Send this warm and cute Best Friends Day ecard to bridge the miles between you and your dearest friend.
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Forever Kinda Friend...
A warm and touching wish for your best friend who is also your friend for life.
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Our Friendship... To Be Treasured Forever !
Tell your best friend how much your friendship means to you with this heartfelt ecard.
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Friends For Life...
Assure your friend that no matter what may come you will always be there.
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Remembering The Times We Spent...
When you miss your friend/ best pal send this warm greeting remembering the times you spent together.
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Cute Best Friends Day Wishes To Your Friend

2007-05-27T23:55:00.000-07:00

Hey Guys! June 8th is Best Friends Day and you might want to reach out to your friends or best pals. Best Friends Day is perfect to wish all your closest buddies or your best friend and tell them how much they mean to you. Surprise your dearest buddy with these cute and sweet e-cards on Happy Best Friends Day, which are absolutely free!!!

Your Friendship Is Precious To Me !
Tell your best friend that you will always cherish your friendship with a beautiful yellow rose.
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What Would I Do Without You ?
Bring on the smiles of your best gal pal with this hip and happening ecard.
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You Are My True Blue Pal !
Express how valuable your best friend is to you with this warm and touching wish.
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Thanks For Being There !
Tell your best buddy that he/ she has been a great friend indeed with this cute ecard.
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Lucky To Have A Friend Like You !
Reach out to best buddy with this warm ecard on Best Friends Day.
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You... My All Weather Friend !
Reach out to a very special friend who has always been there for you with this beautiful ecard.
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You Double My Joys !
Bring on the smiles of your best buddy with this cute and adorable Best Friends Day ecard.
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Cool, Nutty, Full Of Surprises... You !
Send this cool ecard to make your friend feel extra special.
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Inspire Your Friends

2007-05-22T00:36:00.000-07:00

Friends need your inspiration in all that they do. They seek your encouragement, love and support, when they are feeling low or starting a new life. They might be in a dilemma whether to begin a new course of study or taking a new step. This is when the advice and inspiration of friends come handy.
Your friends might find you to be an expert on giving the best piece of advice, or someone who always inspires them to undertake difficult tasks. They might not get this encouragement and assurance from their family. Friends sometimes take the role of advisers and moral boosters and show undying support when we jump into a new venture. Failures in life brings friends closer and it is by their inspiration and moral support, that we shake off our fear and start a new life.
If you have have undergone something which you had never wished, such as a break-up, personal loss or a lost hope, share it with your friends. Trust me, you'll feel lot more relieved and feel better. Similarly, if you've got friends who have lost hope, or going through difficult times, encourage them with these beautiful, heartwarming e-cards and uplift their spirits! Keep their hopes alive!

An Inspiring Message...
Assure your friend and loved one for brighter days ahead with this warm 'Friendship Inspiration' ecard.
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Inspire Your Friend !
A beautiful ecard to Inspire your friend/ best friend/ loved one to achieve his/ her dreams and ambitions in life.
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For A Friend Who's Made A Difference In Your Life...
A beautiful ecard to thank your friend/ loved one for his/ her 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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After Every Storm There Will Be A Rainbow...
Keep your friend's/ loved one's hope alive and wish him/ her good luck with this heartfelt ecard.
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Aim For The Stars !
A wonderful inspiring message for your friend/ best pal.
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Engagement Invitations For Your Friends

2007-05-18T00:01:00.000-07:00

Getting engaged is a beautiful moment as you step into a new life! Just like your family and loved ones, your friends are an indispensable part of your engagement. When your friends are around, your engagement turns out to be a very special moment. Make your friends witness and share the beautiful event of your engagement, by sending them these warm animated free e-invitations, which are absolutely free!!!

Share In The Happiness...
A warm invitation for your friends/ colleagues/ loved ones.
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Cupid's Taken His Aim !
A cute invitation for your pals/ family to your Engagement.
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Join Us On Our Engagement !
Invite your friend/ family member/ dear one to your wedding with this ecard.
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As We Exchange Rings !
A cute Engagement invitation for your close friends/ loved ones.
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5 Secrets of Maintaining Long-Distance Friendship

2007-05-15T00:15:00.000-07:00

So you have friends who live far away? Have lost touch with them? Well! Don't be lazy and resolve to renew that friendship, for friends are precious! We need our friends in everything we do. We can actually count the number of closest friends that we have. We cannot afford to lose them. the fact is, time and distance have a way of putting dents in relationships that you once
thought would never end. Life makes us busy, and without conscious effort, we cannot keep in touch.

Let me help you with 5 secrets of cultivating and retaining long distance friendship--

1) The first step towards rekindling an old friendship or maintaining the current ones is commitment. With very little effort, we can actually keep our friendships going strong for years. As they say," Just a phone call away," the best way to reach out to your friends is by calling them once in a while. If not everyday, try calling them up once in a month. Keep a calender of
friendship, so that you remember the last time you called your friends.Be sure to keep your friend's phone numbers updated. In this way, your friends will feel that you think and care for them, and would return the gesture as well!

2) Make emails, the tool for your communication with your friends. In this technology driven and internet friendly world, emails are by far the fastest and easiest way to communicate with your friends living far away. No matter in which part of the world they are, you can always write to them via emails and keep in touch. If you have a computer at your home with internet connection, maintaining friendships is right at your fingertips. Thanks to the ever changing world of internet, you can now add photos, images, sounds, or even see or talk to your friends! Soon you will have your inbox full with your friends' emails!

3) Although this is the age of technology, the charm of a handwritten letter or a handmade card is undeniable. If you think you are good with words, write a nice letter to your friends. Compose a poem, or send sketches to them. Although writing letters have become less popular with the advent of computers and emails, no one can deny the old world charm of a handcrafted card or a beautiful letter. It seems straight out of heart and is very personal! Weekends are great to write letters or to make a card. Make sure that you remember your friends' birthdays and post a beautiful birthday card for your friends.

4) There are times when you personally cannot attend a special occasion of your friend. In that case, send a small gift in the mail, which makes your friend feel that you remember and care for them. If you have seen something interesting or know that your friend loves something particular, wrap it beautifully and send it to your friend.Your friend will be touched by this kind gesture of yours.

5) A great way to keep in touch with your friends living far away, is by planning annual get togethers. Keep it at the same time of year so everyone becomes familiar with the trip. You can go for group activities such as camping, boating, swimming, campfires, bar-b-ques, and the like. It is a great way to stay in tune with each other.

http://de.essortment.com/keepingintouch_rrir.htm

Sending You A Me-Mail !
A great ecard to stay in touch with your pals.
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Looking Forward !
Reach out to your friend/ best pal with this cute ecard.
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Friendship Keeps Us Together !
A cute animated ecard to let your friend know how much you miss him/ her.
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Good Ol' Times !
Send these heartfelt message to your friend/ pal/ loved one and make them feel special.
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Miss Your E-mail !
Cute card for your pals/ loved ones !
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See Ya At The Reunions !
A lovely ecard for your high school/ university buddy/ best friend asking them for a blast together.
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No Mails From U !
Let your friend/ loved one know how much you miss his/ her mails.
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Happily Ever After !
A warm message for your friend/ best buddy who's moving out after wedding.
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Friendship Photos

2007-05-10T02:06:00.000-07:00

Check out these amazing photos which portray friendship in all its aspects!
These photos showcase the varied emotions and angles of friendship, irrespective of age, color and creed. Friendship has no geographical boundaries and no limitations. It is only we who can forward the spirit of selfless friendship and love among the youngsters, to make a better tomorrow!
Friendship makes the world go around!

"Those friends thou hast, and their adoption tried,
Grapple them to thy soul with hoops of steel;
But do not dull thy palm with entertainment
Of each new-hatch'd, unfledg'd comrade."
- William Shakespeare

Friendship is a rare gift from God! Being friendly and kind is one of the greatest virtues that one can have. Friendship in all forms have been celebrated from the beginning of the civilization. Whether it is friendship between school friends, children, women, men, roommates, distant friends, adults, couples, teenagers, strangers or even animals, friendship is always the greatest treasure and that special bond that makes our life easy and worth living!

http://www.fotosearch.com/photos-images/friendship.html

Mother as the Best Friend

2007-05-08T04:28:00.000-07:00

Hey Guys! Remember that Mother's Day is on May 13th and this is a big day to wish your beloved Mom. Mother is the best friend that one can have in their lifetime! No one else can come closer to that. Mothers shower unadulterated affection and love on their children. A mother's affection crosses all boundaries and reaches out to the poor, needy and the destitute. Her love is universal, irrespective of cultures and creed.
Mother's Day is a great way to show your Mom, how much she means to you! However, I feel that there can be no specific day to show affection for your mother, for she deserves unconditional love and affection throughout her life. Nevertheless, since Mother's Day is solely dedicated to your loving Mom only, just go ahead and surprise your mom with these cute and bright e-cards! She will definitely be elated! I found a great blog which is called Mother's Day Wishes, which has great ideas for your Mom.

Happy Mother's Day !
A beautiful ecard to wish all the amazing moms you know on Mother's Day.
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A Bright And Wonderful Day...
Brighten up this special day for your loved ones by sending them an egreeting.
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Just For You...
An elegant ecard to wish someone special a 'Happy Mother's Day'.
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Perfect Mom
Let your mom know how much you love & appreciate her with this e-card...
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Warm Wishes And Happy Thoughts...
Send this lovely ecard to your mom/ sis/ step mom/ dear ones on Mother's Day.
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Without You...
Send this touching mother’s day card to your mom/ step mom/ wife/ single mom/ gf/ fiancée/ as a token of appreciation for their love & kindness.
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Everlasting Love...
Express your love & admiration for your mom/ grandma/ nanny/ aunt with this touching e-card on mother’s day...
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Today Is Mother's Day !
Express your love to your mom as you send her this warm 'n beautiful ecard.
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Convey Your Graduation Wishes To Your Friends

2007-05-06T21:34:00.000-07:00

It's time for Graduation ! The sleepless nights are finally over for the young graduates ! Congratulate your son/ daughter/ friend/ dear one who is taking a bow this year with our Happy Graduation ecards. Send your best wishes for the days ahead with these fun-filled ecards and make his/ her Graduation a memorable one.

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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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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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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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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Reach Even Higher...
Congratulate and encourage your son/ daughter/ student/ dear one who has graduated with this inspiring wish.
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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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To The Smartest Grad !
Certify your friends/ siblings/ cousins/ loved ones as the smartest grad with this cool ecard.
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Here's To You !
A warm and beautiful ecard to congratulate a new graduate on his/ her success.
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Congrats On Your Graduation !
A cool ecard to congratulate a graduate on his/ her achievement.
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Your Hard Work Has Blossomed !
Reach out to the new grads you know with this warm and beautiful ecard.
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May Your Dreams Come True !
Congratulate and encourage all your dear ones who have graduated with this beautiful ecard.
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10 Best Gift Ideas for your Male Friend

2007-05-04T03:40:00.000-07:00

Men are usually not fussy, when it comes to gifts. They love simple things and appreciate whatever little you buy for them. Finding out what pleases him or what he likes the most will definitely narrow down your search for buying gifts for your male friend.

Check out the ten best gifts for your male friends:

1) It is said that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach! Right! Men love to eat, and it is the best way to win his heart. So go ahead and cook a home cooked meal for him or a great dessert, and watch him praise you for that! If you are not too sure about your culinary skills, then ordering a good food from outside would be okay too!

2) A journal, book, or travel journal with a special inscription.

3 )A plant to brighten up his dorm room.

4) A luxury version of something he uses every day: cashmere socks; a sleek comb or fancy bath products; a monogrammed money clip, a t-shirt or cap with the logo or name of a favorite sports team, band, or locale you've been to together.

5) A magazine subscription related to his interests or career goals.

6) Tickets to see a movie, play, concert, or sports event together or a membership to a museum. A planned trip: fishing, hiking, driving to a new town or city will be great too!

7) A compact disc your friend's been wanting or music by a new artist you think he'll like; a mix tape or CD you've put together, a "found object" or something that reminds you of something you've done together: beach pebbles placed in a jar; map and postcards from a trip with your destinations noted; photographs in an album will be appreciated by him.

8) A letter on nice stationary explaining what his friendship has meant to you.

9) A framed print by an artist your friend admires or by you.

10) A basket of cooking utensils and/or food items from his favorite cuisine

www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/1681.html

Cute Friendship Thoughts Greetings

2007-05-04T03:25:00.000-07:00

Friendship is a gift we give ourselves... It is a special bond, which needs nurturing. Express your feelings and thoughts to your friend, best pal, nearest buddy or loved one from our collection of warm, heartfelt 'Friendship Thoughts'. Send quotes, flowers and hugs through these Friendship ecards to your friends and make them feel special.

Friends For Life...
A beautiful friendship thought to share with your best friend.
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Down The Memory Lane...
A warm and special friendship message that expresses your love for your dear friend.
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To A Wonderful You...
A warm and special compliment for your sweetest buddy.
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Good Old Times !
Send this groovy ecard your old/ childhood friend's way and make them jig to the timeless tune.
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A True Friend...
A warm message to celebrate the joys of this wonderful relationship.
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Difficult Hours !
Lend your support to your dear friend through this ecard.
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No More Strangers...
A friendship message that defines the journey of friends in a very special way.
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Say Cheese...
Tickle your friend and make him/ her smile with this cute ecard.
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Friend You Are A Blessing...
A beautiful thought for your dear friend and loved one.
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I Treasure Your Friendship...
A beautiful thought to share with your dear friend/ loved one.
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Forever Close...
Words that tells all that you feel for your dear friend.
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Like A Diamond !
A heartfelt message for your dear friend.
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12 Steps to Make Friends at College

2007-05-03T03:34:00.000-07:00

College is a time when people actively seek out new relationships. Unless you are a loner, making friends should not be a problem. Still, it requires effort and a willingness to extend yourself at times.

Here are 12 important tips to make friends at college:

Step One: Be chatty, talkative, friendly, outgoing, amiable, congenial, neighborly, sociable, approachable, easygoing and otherwise chummy.

Step Two: Introduce yourself clearly to those in your dorm and class.

Step Three: Show up early for Orientation.

Step Four: Attend parties, sports events and special gatherings where people socialize.

Step Five: Remain open to new cultures, ideas and values.

Step Six: Invite people to join you for a bite to eat and a drink occasionally.

Step Seven: Offer to give people a ride somewhere.

Step Eight: Study in groups.

Step Nine: Reach out to others when they need help.

Step Ten: Join a student group or sports team.

Step Eleven: Explore the Greek system.

Step Twelve:Throw a party.

www.ehow.com/how_15379_make-friends-college.html

Tips for Making Friends at Work/Office

2007-05-02T06:08:00.000-07:00

While most of us think that friendships cannot be formed beyond schools and colleges, the fact is, we make friends at our work place as well. Some of these develop into strong friendship bonds.

See how you can make friends easily at your work place:

# Take an active interest in your colleagues. Do not show a casual attitude. Your personal inquisitiveness and willingness to approach will make others interested in you.

# Listen carefully. Most people do not listen and go on talking about themselves. If you are a good listener, chances are that you will make some good friends in your office. Everybody loves a compassionate and attentive friend!

# Call up your office friends once in a while. This will earn you a good reputation among your friends, and they will understand that you care for them. They will obviously return the gesture by calling you up also!

# Plan a get together in weekends with some of your colleagues. Hanging out with your colleagues will obviously make your bond stronger.

# Gift your office friend with a present on his or her birthday or anniversary. They will appreciate your gesture and will remember it for long.

# Thank your office friend for all those little tasks that they have done for you and appreciate every little detail. This will make them feel more confident and develop a positive outlook.

10 Best Gift Ideas for your Female Friend

2007-04-30T04:41:00.000-07:00

You are spoilt for choice when it comes to selecting the best gift for your dear friend. There are varied options available when you want to gift your best friend, who is a girl. Find out what she likes the best, like makeup, cooking, home decor or reading. Pamper her with gifts that she will treasure forever. She will appreciate if you gift her something which is homemade. Let me help you with selecting ten best gifts for your female friend.

1) Personalized Recipe Book, Photo Frame, Coffee Mug, Gift Bag, Personalized Towels, Home made Cookies and Cakes, will highly be appreciated by your girl friend, and make her feel special!

2) You can also gift her with leather bags, cosmetics, and western wear. Among the generic gift items writing materials like pens, letter or writing pad, fashionable diary, planner; or utility items like watch, key rings, pen stand, telephone index, electronic notebook and so forth are good gift items for your female friend.

3) If she likes perfumes, then gifting her with some exotic perfumes and Eau de Toilettes would be a good idea.You can go for gift baskets stuffed with bath spa or food products as another alternative.

4) If your female friend likes to wear jewelery, then you can opt for personalized silver ones with a heart or rose-shaped pendant. Silver stone studded rings or earrings are other options. For working women, you can gift her sleek looking jewelry, which she can wear in office.

5) For your book lover female friend you can gift her with a good fiction or non-fiction book, or a bestseller, which she was contemplating to buy some time back.

6) If your friend is fashionable, then you can gift her with the latest fashionable clothes. Choose from jeans, hipsters, skirts, to elegant evening wear.

7) Mobile phones are always a good gift option. Gift her with a cool mobile phone which is fashionable and comes with the latest features.

8) Gifting chocolates and flowers can never go wrong with your female friend. You can have chocolate gift hampers, assorted cookies, and flowers custom made for her.

9) If your budget is high than you can opt for branded bags, which are wonderful gift items.

10) For your movie loving friend, gift her with the latest DVDs of her favorite films, or CDs of her favorite music.

gifts-ideas.com/closetoheart

How to write letters that your friend will love

2007-04-27T05:03:00.000-07:00

Writing letters to friends is not always easy. You just cannot write whatever you feel like. Just think how many times you have opened a friend's letter and have got disappointed when you have reached the last line? Letters are not just a pile of scribbled sentences and words. They should convey all your thoughts and ideas to your friend in a beautiful way. You can write a letter that your friends will love to receive. Here’s how:

* Drop the formal address that you learned in grade school. Instead of “Dear Jack,” write, “Hi Jack,” or “Hi there Buddy of Mine.” In other words, a personal letter deserves a personal greeting.

* Don't start your letter with that boring "How are you?'', instead ask how their life is going.Try saying, “I’ve been wondering how your new car deal came out. Did you end up getting the Volkswagen Van or the Jeep Cherokee?" If you are aware of something that's bothering your friend fof late, ask about it.

* Only after enquiring about your friend, you can write about what you have been doing. (Let’s face it. People are more interested in themselves than they are in other people).

* Mention about the important things that have happened in your life over the past few months. For example, if you have undergone a major illness or purchased something that both of you are interested about, write those in your letter. Similarly, you can notify him of any interesting topic which you have read recently, which he'll appreciate.

* Your last paragraph should, if possible, remind the recipient of something the two of you share in common. This will strengthen your friendship bond. Perhaps you went to high school together. You might mention that you ran into an old classmate at the store the other day. Or have camped at a particular lake together.

* Finally, end your letter with a touching and friendly phrase like “I’m looking forward to hearing from you soon."

Best of luck to your letter writing sessions to your friend !

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Pen Friends

2007-04-26T04:31:00.000-07:00

A pen pal is a friend who is made by correspondence through writing only. In this fast paced world of today, making and maintaining long term friendships require lot of hard work, time and sacrifice. But not any more! Thanks to the ever developing world of the internet, we now have different ways of making friendships. So, if we lose touch with our school and college friends and feel guilty about it, we can have other alternatives. Pen friends are one of them. The history and concept of pen friendship goes a long time back. Life in those days was slow and people had lot of time writing to their friends. Writing letters were popular. People conveyed their love and friendship in beautiful handwritings written on crisp white papers. The practice of pen friendship gradually came into existence. There was a thrill of the unknown, and people started to develop a liking for it.

Now we have local as well as international pen friends. There are national and international penfriends' associations, as well as numerous books and magazines. We can make hundreds of pen friends by searching the names and addresses of pen pals from these magazines. These pen pal clubs and books are highly popular among people who are willing to make pen friends.

The concept of pen pals is very interesting. We make friends easily with guys and girls and we discover that they have similar interests and hobbies. We come to know many personal details about them, yet we might never meet them in person! Sometimes we even exchange photos and gifts with our pen pals, which makes the bond stronger. There have been instances where long term pen friends have met up and even tied the knot with them. Thus there is an element of romanticism associated with penfriendship between a girl and a boy.

If we have international pen friends, we get to know many details about each other's countries, cuisine and culture. We even get to know each other's languages! Pen friendship is thus a very unique and enriching concept that is here to stay.

Friendship Between Men

2007-04-25T04:10:00.000-07:00

The great friendships recorded in history have been between men, and friendships among men have often been romanticized and idealized. Men's friendships have typically been described in terms of bravery and physical sacrifice in providing assistance to others.

Studies have revealed that men have lesser friends than women, especially close buddies or best friends. However, men have different varieties of friends and they range from 'activity friends', such as a weekly tennis partner or drinking buddies,convenience friends, where the relationship is based on the exchange of favors; other than that, there are 'mentor friends', which signifies
friendship between a younger and an older man.

Unlike women, men stay away from intimacy and closeness. They are much less self-revealing, and are shy to open up. Research has revealed that there are three barriers to close friendships among men: competition between men, traditional masculine stereotypes about "real men," and fear of homosexuality.

Friendship between men, even if they are not as intimate as women's, imply a greater degree of sacrifice and reliability. A friendship which blossoms between two boys from school, gradually strengthens into a stronger bond with the passage of time. There have been instances where men get tremendous support and help from their friends in times of danger than their own family members! They rely more on their male friends for support, which is quite unlikely with women.

However, friendship between men dwindle easily with the slightest of misunderstandings. Best friends quickly turn into worst foes. But the best part is, men forgive more easily than women and make up in no time at all.

thechp.syr.edu/genpat.htm

Long Distance Friendship Quotes

2007-04-24T03:57:00.000-07:00

Long distance friendships and relationships require extra love, care and attention. We have to nurture long distance friendships to keep them everlasting and unbreakable.

A quick look at some long distance friendship quotes that are memorable as ever:

* “No distance of place or lapse of time can lessen the friendship of those who are thoroughly persuaded of each other's worth.”

* “Love is the shortest distance between hearts.”

* “Love is but a burning fire, the distance between us only increases our desire.”

* “Distance does not matter if two hearts are loyal to one another.”

* “Distance between two hearts is not an obstacle; rather a great reminder of just how strong true love can be.”

* “If distance were measured in terms of the heart we'd never be more than a minute apart.”

* “Long distance relationships are like wind to a fire; it puts out the small ones, but inflames the big ones.”

* “Where there is great love, there are always wishes.”

Long distance friendship quotes really touch the heart. They portray true sentiments and affection for friends who are separated by distance. For couples, the whole situation is even more tough, but then, tough times test true love.

www.mydearvalentine.com/friendship/long-distance-friendship-quotes.html

Cute Best Friend Poems

2007-04-23T03:28:00.000-07:00

Here are some adorable and cute poems that speak of ' best friends '

I will always be there for you,
and I hope you will be there for me too,
for our friendship can never be broken,
I will remain loyal through all the good and the bad,
and in the end we will be glad,
because without you I am nothing,
as you are nothing without me,
we fill the space a lover couldn't fill,
for we hold each others secrets that we would never spill,
and the day you're gone, part of me goes too,
because I wouldn't want to be here with out you,
Best friends forever you and me,
nothing could ever change that; it's destiny! (by Katherine R. Carey)

If we ever seperate,
It'll have to be certain fate.
No matter what,your my best friend,
As the chant goes'Forever to the end'.
You are my very best friend...
When we fight,
I fight tears.
Not to mention my fears of losing you,
We may grow apart,
And drift away,
But I will always remember you as my best friend forever.
Always,
Like the chant goes,
Forever 'till the end,
You'll always be my best friend (by Cieara C. Hitt)

Written with a pen, sealed with a kiss,
If you are my friend, please answer me this:
Are we friends, or are we not?
You told me once, but i forgot.
So tell me now, and tell me true,
So i can say I’m here for you
Of all the friends I’ve ever met,
You're the one I won’t forget
And if I die before you do,
I'll go to heaven and wait for you,
I'll give the angels back their wings
and risk the loss of everything
There isn't a thing I wouldn’t do
To have a friend just like you. (by Catherine M. Hodkinson)

A best friend forever, is that really how it goes?
Best friends forever, the words just seem to flow.
Best friends forever, do they use words like always and never?
Best friends forever, they don't always stick together.
Best friends forever, they always need to have their say.
Best friends forever, they just leave if they don't get their way.
So when you want to use words like best friends forever,
Don't try to be clever by using...forever.
Just remember best friends aren't always together. (By Marissa A. Hitchrick)

www.poetryamerica.com/best-friend-poems.asp

Friendship between Woman Postcards

2007-04-20T23:04:00.000-07:00

Friendship is a wonderful tie that binds two people for a lifetime and this is especially true for women friends. From sharing the deepest secrets, to being there for each other... The bond that exists is truly special. Connect with your girl friend/ best friend/ pal with these cute, warm and fun 'Between Women' ecards.

For A Gem Of A Girl Friend...
An Friendship between woman ecard to let your friend know how much you value her Friendship !
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A Friend You Can Always Count On !
A cute, heartwarming and warm message for your friend/ loved one.
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A Friendship Diary Between Woman !
An interactive between woman friends ecard to make your friend/ loved one feel special.
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From One Groovy Chick To Another !
Say 'Hello' to your gal pal/ best friend/ loved one with this cool and fun ecard.
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Good Friends And Chocolates !
Treat your best pal/ sis/ someone close with this sweet wish !
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Daily Dose Of Girl Talk !
A warm, heartfelt and sweet message to share with your friend/ woman friend/ best friend/ girl pal.
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Since We Became Friends...
A bright and warm Women Friendship message for your close friend/ Woman Friend/ loved one.
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For Boosting Up Spirits !
A fun and cute ecard for your friend/ best friend/ special friend who never lets you loose your self confidence.
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Kinds of Friends Every Women Needs

2007-04-20T23:01:00.000-07:00

Seven Friends Every Woman Needs
The best buddies to help you through life's ups and downs.
by Lisa Earle McLeod

King Arthur had his round table, presidents have their cabinets, and CEOs have their VPs. What about you? Who is helping you in your quest to live your best life? The two-heads-are-better-than-one credo applies to your personal affairs just as much as it does to knightly quests, political campaigns and business decision-making. You, too, deserve a group of handpicked boosters who want to help you succeed. The big guns don't choose their teams willy-nilly — and neither should you. Here are seven types of friends who deserve a spot on your Dream Team:

1. The in-the-trenches-with-you friend. Whether you share the same profession, hometown or marital status, this is the gal whose life is pretty much the same as your own. She’s the one you can count on to listen to a my-life’s-so-tough soliloquy and really get it. Shannon, 32, a stay-at-home mother of three kids under the age of five, says, "Some days when I think I'm really going to lose it, the only thing that keeps me sane is calling up one of my mom friends and letting it all out."

2. The wise woman. She's been there, done that — and she can give you some perspective on your situation. Whether you're surviving your child's terrible twos or climbing the corporate ladder, just knowing that she made it through in one piece helps you persevere. Whether she's your official mentor or simply a more experienced friend, you can learn a lot by picking her brain. My own personal wise woman, Laurie, has worked in so many areas of the publishing world that I consider her a literary goddess; her sage advice was invaluable in making my first book, "Forget Perfect," a success.

3. The joker. She may not be all that reliable, but she has this wonderful way of pointing out the lunacy of the world and making you lighten up and laugh! JoAnn, 50, a self-professed workaholic, adores her wisecracking friend Brenda. "She [says] exactly what she thinks," observes JoAnn. "The best time was when she told our pickiest client to 'get a life and get off our backs.' My own controlled nature would never allow me to do that, but I sure love watching her do it."

4. The fresh friend. Having a friend who is younger than you reminds you of just how far you've come (and, hopefully, how lucky you are to be exactly where you are). While you may envy her youth and enthusiasm, you could also be inspired by her! "I wouldn't have even bothered with the Internet if the younger women in my [life] hadn't forced me to communicate that way," says Shirley, a businesswoman in her mid-50s. "Imagine my son's surprise when I e-mailed him a joke saying, 'DS, thought this one would make you LOL.'"

5. The good guy. Every woman needs a male friend. Think of this buddy as a translator who can help you speak the sometimes befuddling language of the male species — and keep the faith. Annie, 31, says her guy friend, a co-worker and happily married father of two, helped her stay positive during her divorce. "He didn't have to comment on my situation," she reflects. "Simply knowing what a great dad and husband he was proved that my ex wasn't representative of the entire male race." Remember, don't muddy the waters of this friendship with flirtation. Befriend a guy who is happily attached or whom you don't find attractive! Who knows, you might want to add his wife or girlfriend to your friend roster too.

6. The not-my-life friend. You're married; she's not. She's a firefighter, a CEO, a nun. A pal with a very different life provides you with a refreshingly different point of view — and helps you appreciate that the grass isn't always greener on the other side. Jodie, 33, a part-time nurse and mother of two, remarks that she and her single friend Emily, a busy public relations executive, help each other see their lives more realistically — and positively. "I can be so mad at my husband that I can't see straight, but one phone call from Emily about her dating woes and he looks a whole lot better," she says. "And she thinks my life is boring as all get out, so it's a great way to remind ourselves that we're happy with our own choices."

7. The history friend. This person is someone who has been the eyewitness to the ups, downs and bad hairdos at every stage of your life. Perhaps you met in the playpen or on the first day of junior high school. This kind of friend is priceless, and you should regularly drop her a line or call her to keep the connection current. Because she's been part of your past, she can fully appreciate your present. Elizabeth, 28, has known her history friend Kirsten since preschool. "Ever since that first day at the snack table, we've been there for each other," she reflects. "When my mom died, Kirsten was my only friend who had known her. I felt as if she was the only one who could fully understand what I had lost."

Lisa Earle McLeod, a wife and mother of two, is the author of "Forget Perfect."

Top Ten Quotes on Friendship

2007-04-20T01:01:00.000-07:00

Friendship is one of the most valuable assets that we create in our lifetime. That is why people hold friends in such high regard.
This is a top 10 list of friendship quotes.

1) Latin Proverb- A friend in need is a friend indeed.

2) Robert Louis Stevenson- A friend is a gift you give yourself.

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

4) John Lennon- I get by with a little help from my friends.

5) Kahlil Gibran- Friendship is always a sweet responsibilty, never an opportunity.

6) Edgar Watson Howe- When a friend is in trouble, don't annoy him by asking if there is anything you can do. Think up something appropriate and do it.

7) Charles Caleb Colton- True friendship is like sound health; the value of it is seldom known until it be lost.

8) E. M. Forster- If I had to choose between betraying my country and betraying my friend, I hope I should have the guts to betray my country.

9) Winnie the Pooh- You can't stay in your corner of the forest waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes.

10) Epicurus- It is not so much our friends' help that helps us as the confident knowledge that they will help us.
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Best Friends Animated Postcards

2007-04-19T05:59:00.000-07:00

A 'Best Friend' is someone special whom we are closest to. Someone who understands and knows us inside out but likes us all the same ! Send these warm, loving, cute Friendship greeting cards to your best pal/ closest buddy/ a dear one who's like a Best Friend and celebrate this beautiful bond of Friendship you share.

Best Girl Friends !
A cool Friendship Animated Postcard for your best pal.
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Nutting Happier Than being Friends
A fun friendship Postcard to let your 'Best Friend'/ buddy know that you love hanging out together.
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Good Friends Just Like You...
Let your best pal feel how special he/ she is.with this animated Friendship Postcard
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'A Best Friend Is...'
Send this beautiful Friendship Postcard to your 'Best Friend'/ special friend.
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A Gem Of A Friend...
An elegant Friendship ecard for a friend who's precious.
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Comfort Zone !
A warm Friendship ecard for your 'Best Friend'/ childhood friend.
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Friendship Is Faith !
A warm Friendship animated Postcard for your 'Best Friend'/ buddy.
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Forever Friends !
A message from your heart for your 'Best Friend'/ sister.
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Friendship Tattoo !
An innovative ecard to make your best buddy feel special.
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Friend For Life !
Celebrate the special bond you share with your best girl friend.
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How do Friendships break?

2007-04-19T01:15:00.000-07:00

Nothing can be more agonising and traumatic than breaking up with your old friend! Your friend has stood by you in all the problems of your life and has provided you with strong moral support. Now that you have broken up with your friend, you find it hard to adjust back to your normal life. So in these circumstances, what do you do? Now let us first try to sum up few most important factors that create a rift between two friends.

Normally we break up with our friends when there is some kind of selfishness or jealousy involved. In schools and colleges, friends break up mostly due to competition in studies or exams. Friendship between adults dwindle due to various factors like professional rivalry, underlying secret motives, love triangles, spread of false rumors, taking advantage of situations, demeaning your friend, insulting them, backstabbing, etc.

Kids make friends in no time at all, and break them faster than that. They do not understand the true meaning and value of friendship. However, there are hardly any undercurrent of selfishness involved in their friendship. Kids break up with their best friends due to peer pressure or due to constant comparison with their friends. Other external factors like jealousy, aggressive attitude also cause friends to drift apart.

Friendship wanes between two adult people due to various external and complex factors, of which we sometimes have no clue at all. At workplaces, a strong friendship or bond between two people can break for a simple factor. Normally we not want to befriend that person once again. If we find out that a particular friend of yours is spreading false rumors about you, or abuses you at every given opportunity, we immediately distance ourselves from that friend, and never hook up again. We do not forgive easily. Love triangles are major factors for bitter quarrel between friends, and often take a violent turn.

However, we should remember that friendships are easy to break than to make. So find out what's bothering you. Is it your friend or someone who wants to create a bridge in your friendship? Consider all hidden causes before breaking up with your friend. If you break up with your best pal for no reason, you will repent it later.

Tips to Win friends and Becoming Sociable

2007-04-18T00:38:00.000-07:00

Need to know how to win friends and become more sociable in your behavior? Primarily, you need loads of 'attitude.' However, your attitude should be entirely down to earth and not irritating or aggressive.

See how quickly you can win over your friends and become more sociable and pleasant in your behavior--
*Never criticize, condemn or complain. Self-criticism is extremely rare. Your criticism won’t be welcome. Criticism makes others defensive and resentful. Positive Reinforcement works better.

*Become genuinely interested in other people. People are most interested in themselves. Remember people’s birthdays and other important details.

*Talk in terms of the other person's interests. Find the interests of others and talk about those things. If you know nothing of their interests, ask intelligent questions.

*Be a good listener. Give your exclusive attention to others. Urge others to talk about themselves. Ask pointed questions.

*Make the other person feel important. People yearn to feel important and appreciated. Praise others’ strengths and they’ll strive to reinforce your opinion.

*Use Names whenever possible.

*Smile. Greet others with smiles and enthusiasm. Smiling comes through even over the phone.
www.notesofintelligence.com/influence/basic-summary.html

Why Friendship is Essential in Life

2007-04-17T02:40:00.000-07:00

Friendship is a relation which is sugarcoated with love which is pure and unconditional. There can be no selfish motive or personal interest in true friendship. We become friendly with a boy or a girl and this bond grows with every passing year. A casual acquaintance develops into a strong personal bond. We realize the importance and value of friendship in every stage of our life. A life without a friend is like living in an island, with nobody beside.

Friendship is essential for many reasons. Our friends are our best critics. They are the ones who provide us with the most precious suggestions and stand by our side in times of trouble. They share our joys and sorrows. A friend who stands by you in times of your misery, is your true friend. Friends can tell you many things about yourself that you may overlook. A friend may notice that you have a real skill working with numbers, that you're great at explaining things to others, or that you always order a chocolate shake to celebrate something. When your friends tell you these things, it helps you understand what makes you unique.

googolplex.cuna.org/32647/ajsmall/story.html

As Anais Nin says,"Each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive, and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born." Friendship is a wonderful thing and is vitally important for personal growth and success. Friendship itself is sometimes sparked by what we call "vibes," or a strange and electric power of attraction. This is what gives it such a terrific and seemingly magical power to tie people together so closely. All the same, our first impressions can often be mistaken. We've all made mistakes before in the friends we've chosen. However, as we grow up, we tend to be more mature and choose friends with whom we share a mutual interests. Because friends accept us for who we are, we gain the confidence to dream great dreams—and to make them real. Friends liven up our days with their twisted humor and make our lives worth living!

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www.entertainmates.com/experts/artimprt.asp

Introduction to the concept of 'Friendship'

2007-04-16T02:37:00.000-07:00

Friendship is a term used to denote co-operative and supportive behavior between two or more humans. The term connotes a relationship which involves mutual knowledge, esteem, and affection. Friends will welcome each other's company and exhibit loyalty towards each other, Their tastes will usually be similar and may converge, and they will share enjoyable activities. They will also engage in mutually helping behavior, such as exchange of advice and the sharing of hardship. A friend is someone who may often demonstrate reciprocating and reflective behaviors. Yet for many, friendship is nothing more than the trust that someone or something will not harm them.

"A friend is someone who knows the song in your heart, and can sing it back to you when you have forgotten the words"(Donna Roberts). Truly, your friends are your greatest advisors, critic, and well-wisher, and knows you better than anybody else. They understand when you make a fault and caution you against all impending dangers. They rejoice in your glory and cry with you in your personal loss. Friendship is “one mind in two bodies”(Mencius) and it stays with us throughout our life. Friendship is a relationship that is rooted deep within us and there can be no substitute for friendship.

Friendships may not last forever. There may be occasional breakups in our friendships, but we can always throw away our personal grudges and revive our old bonds. Because friendships are glorious chapters in our lives, we should never break ties with our friends. If friendship does not last for any unavoidable circumstance, then we should at least not harbor any hatred against our friends, because friendship is the only unsinkable ship.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Friendship
www.friendship.com.au/

Welcome to Friendship Postcards

2007-04-09T03:55:00.001-07:00

Welcome to Friendship Postcards and Friendship Flash cards