They always say that everything happens for a reason.
I believe that too. It’s the same thing with friendship. It goes a long way, a lovely journey of discovery, a truly meaningful sharing with kindred souls. It’s hard to find true friends but when you find them, they are more valuable than gold. I treasure the days that I share with my friends. Some are there to make me laugh and make me realize that it is okay to cry, cleanse our eyes and hearts with all the hurts and pain. Some are there just to listen, no words needed but a ready shoulder and loving arms to make you feel you are truly worthy of being a friend. Some are there to give advice and make you see the truth no matter how painful it is to face. Some are there for a long time, guiding you, lifting you up, rejoicing with you in your triumphs and empathizing with you when you are down. Some are there to make you smile and make the day worthwhile.
What a wonderful thing friendship is. What a wonderful world friendship brings. And it’s true, “what a difference having a friend makes”.
P.S. For those friends I met through this blog, I could not thank you enough. You made a difference in my life.
Very true.
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Thanks Julie!
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This is very lovely Arlene and exceedingly true as well. I used to be cavalier about the people coming and going in my life until I understood that each and every person who joins me upon my journey is there for a purpose. If I am honored by joining another’s journey then I try to tread softly and make the best contribution possible. Friendship is a gift especially when the people you meet are generous of spirit, kindness, compassion, and trustworthiness.
I only wish I would have learned this early in life but I truly appreciate every person who shares my path for however long they can. Thank you for articulating this sentiment in such a beautiful manner.
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You are one of those who inspire me Tina with your lovely words so full of wisdom. We lose some of them along life’s journey but we also gain more along the way. Some we just meet a while but they also contribute to how we think of the world and how we view life. Thank you so much for being a friend, I am blessed meeting you here.
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Oh Arlene,
I am humbled and thankful that God has brought you and so many other wonderful people here at WP into my life story. I treat each as rare gem and seek to find what I am to learn from that person. I thank you sincerely for your wonderful contribution to my story and I am honored to be a part of yours. God is good and blesses me abundantly with people like you whose heart is so good and filled with love. Blessings upon you my friend!
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Wow 🙂
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…and thank you for the wonderful friendship too! Have a happy Sunday! 💐💐💐
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I hope someday we could meet Kay. Malay mo ano, matuloy tayo together to visit Padre Pio Chapel in Libis.
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That’s a great idea! I like that ate Arlene 😀 lets do it soon.
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I’ll let you know when I am free. Mom is still here with us so I can’t go out for long. I don’t want to leave her alone.
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☺️ so nice you’re spending time with your mom. I’m going home to the countryside to spend some time with my dad too. See you soon!
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We’re hoping she will spend her 86th birthday here with us, not far to go, it’s on April 20.
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There is always room in anyone’s life for a genuine friend. Whether it is one that has always been there through the years, or a new one encountered along the way. As bloggers, we also benefit from our virtual friends. Perhaps never destined to meet, but having the same sympathies and concerns as those we can actually touch.
Best wishes from England. Pete.
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What a lovely way to put it Pete. |Thank you for the friendship 🙂
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Hi Arlene! If it wasn’t for blogging I wouldn’t even know you, and that realization brings a kind of sadness to me.The fact that people can come together all over the world like this and form friendships with each other really is a wonderful thing – just as you so beautifully said.
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Thank you so much Kelly. It’s true, I’ve personally met friends who used to be online contacts and it was like you have met some long lost friends and you felt so very much welcome in their world. I am grateful I have also met you here.
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Thank you as well, Arlene. That means a lot to me 🙂
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How true this is!
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Thank you, thank you so much!
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You are most welcome :))
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