Friendship Fields

Build a Box of Friendship

by Chuck Pool

Into a box of friendship
To insure that it is strong,
First a layer of respect
On the bottom does belong.
Then to the sides attach,
In the corners where they meet,
Several anchors full of trust,
Devoid of all deceit.
The height of friendship can be measured
By the sides of four,
So make them all a larger cut
And the box will hold much more.
Now fill it up with courtesy,
Honor and esteem,
Understanding, sympathy
And passion for a dream.
Add to that your honesty,
Emotions, joy and love,
And since they're so important
Place them up above.
But leave the box wide open
So all can see inside
To learn what makes a friendship work
From the box you built with pride.

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I Believe

I believe—

that we don't have to change friends if we understand that friends change.  

I believe—

that no matter how good a friend is, they're going to hurt you every once in a while and you must forgive them for that.  

I believe—

that true friendship continues to grow, even over the longest distance. Same goes for true love.  

I believe—

that you can do something in an instant that will give you heartache for life.  

I believe—

that it's taking me a long time to become the person I want to be.  

I believe—

that you should always leave loved ones with loving words. It may be the last time you see them.  

I believe—

that you can keep going long after you can't.  

I believe—

that we are responsible for what we do, no matter how we feel.  

I believe—

that either you control your attitude or it controls you.  

I believe—

that regardless of how hot and steamy a relationship is at first, the passion fades and there had better be something else to take its place.  

I believe—

that heroes are the people who do what has to be done when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences.  

I believe—

that money is a lousy way of keeping score.  

I believe—

that my best friend and I can do anything or nothing and have the best time.  

I believe—

that sometimes the people you expect to kick you when you're down, will be the ones to help you get back up.  

I believe—

that sometimes when I'm angry I have the right to be angry, but that doesn't give me the right to be cruel.  

I believe—

that just because someone doesn't love you the way you want them to doesn't mean they don't love you with all they have.  

I believe—

that maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you've had and what you've learned from them and less to do with how many birthdays you've celebrated.  

I believe—

that it isn't always enough to be forgiven by others. Sometimes you have to learn to forgive yourself.  

I believe—

that no matter how bad your heart is broken the world doesn't stop for your grief.  

I believe—

that our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are, but we are responsible for who we become.  

I believe—

that just because two people argue, it doesn't mean they don't love each other And just because they don't argue, it doesn't mean they do.  

I believe—

that you shouldn't be so eager to find out a secret. It could change your life forever.  

I believe—

that two people can look at the exact same thing and see something totally different.  

I believe—

that your life can be changed in a matter of hours by people who don't even know you.  

I believe—

that even when you think you have no more to give, when a friend cries out to you, you will find the strength to help.  

I believe—

that credentials on the wall do not make you a decent human being.  

I believe—

that the people you care about most in life are taken from you too soon.

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Friendship vs. Love

Friendship is a quiet walk in the park with the one you trust.       
Love is when you feel like you are the only two around.

Friendship is when they gaze into your eyes and you know they care.
     Love is when they gaze into your eyes and it warms your heart.

Friendship is being close even when you are far apart.
     Love is when you can still feel their hand on your heart
     when they are not near.

Friendship is hoping that they experience the very best.
     Love is when you bring them the very best.

Friendship occupies your mind.
     Love occupies your soul.

Friendship is knowing that you will always try to be there
     when in need.
     Love is when you will give up everything to be at their side.

Friendship is a warm smile in the winter.
     Love is a warming touch that sends a pulse through your heart.

Love is a beautiful smile to which nothing compares:
     A tender laugh, which opens your heart,
     A single touch that melts away your fears,
     A smell that reminds you of the tenderness of heaven,
     A voice that reminds you of the innocence of youth.

Friendship can survive without love.
     Love cannot live without friendship.

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Friendship Promise

You are my friend and I hope
You know that’s true.
No matter what happens
I will stand right by you.

In times of grief
I will give you belief.
I’ll be there for you
Whenever you are in need.

To lend you a hand
To do a good deed.
So just call on me when
You need me, my friend!

I will always be there for you
Right to the end!

Best friends forever!

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