Friendship

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The glory of friendship is not the outstretched hand, nor the kindly smile, nor the joy of companionship; it is the spiritual inspiration that comes to one when he discovers that someone else believes in him and is willing to trust him with his friendship.

Ralph Waldo Emerson

I stumbled upon this wonderful quote over at Hope Filled Magazine

Sunset over English Bay, Vancouver, Canada, Summer 2009
 

Comments

Diane said…
Beautiful words and a stunning sunset. Diane
October 27, 2010 at 12:11 AM
Jo said…
Amen Penny, that's affirmation, when someone believes in you. I hope you're feeling better today. Thanks for your visits to my blog and I hope you do get to South Africa one day soon, Blessings and hugs Jo
October 27, 2010 at 12:25 AM
Jan said…
Yes it is a beautiful quote, and a beautiful blog.
Love and Blessings,
Jan
October 27, 2010 at 12:31 AM
Ginny Hartzler said…
I have never heard this quote before, it is very lovely and thought provoking, aslo. Beautiful picture!
October 27, 2010 at 5:00 AM
Bossy Betty said…
Just love that quote! Beautiful.

Lovely picture as well!

Thanks for a peaceful start to my day.
October 27, 2010 at 7:37 AM
Barbara said…
This is very true and such beautiful words thanks very much for sharing with us, hugs Barbara
October 27, 2010 at 7:51 AM
Living In Williamsburg Virginia said…
Can't decide if the quote or the photo is more beautiful.

Darryl and Ruth : )
October 27, 2010 at 7:39 PM
Lonicera said…
I've been reading back through your posts a bit (trying not to think about the lovely recipes you share) and it's been nice to see that we like similar books. I've been a fan of McCall Smith for some years, and enjoyed seeing them translated onto TV as well - have you see the series? If you haven't it's on eBay...
Caroline
October 28, 2010 at 3:20 PM
Kilauea Poetry said…
Hi there Penny- beautiful sky and I really like that quote! Just wanted to drop in and say hello! I've been pretty behind and not sure when I'll get a post up?? Anyway- (hugs)
October 30, 2010 at 3:39 PM
Joyful said…
I've been reading back through your posts a bit (trying not to think about the lovely recipes you share) and it's been nice to see that we like similar books. I've been a fan of McCall Smith for some years, and enjoyed seeing them translated onto TV as well - have you see the series? If you haven't it's on eBay...
Caroline
March 26, 2011 at 2:29 AM
Joyful said…
This is very true and such beautiful words thanks very much for sharing with us, hugs Barbara
March 26, 2011 at 2:29 AM
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