FRIENDSHIP versus LOVE Define

These two things may sound very complicated, but for me - FRIENDSHIP can survive without love, LOVE cannot live without friendship. Here are some points you could help to identify one way or the other....

FRIENDSHIP is a quite walk in the part with the one you trust, while LOVE is when you feel like you are only two around.

FRIENDSHIP is when they gaze into your eyes and you know they care, while LOVE is when they gaze into your eyes and it warms your hear.

FRIENDSHIP is being close even when you are far apart, while 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, while LOVE is when you bring them the very best.

FRIENDSHIP occupies your mind, while LOVE occupies your soul.

FRIENDSHIP is knowing that you will always try to be there when in need, while LOVE is when you will give up everything to be at their side.

FRIENDSHIP is a warm smile in the winter, while 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.

All I can say is that, this touched my heart. They are so true and once you fall in love, you will realize how much you really need friendship in it as well. Excellent...

10 Points of Keeping Friendships

Friends are gifts to treasure, if we don't know how to take care in every "friendship relationship" we have, we tend to loose it. I do believe that friendships are fragile things, and require as much handling as any other fragile and precious things. I am talking about you friends, yes THIS ARTICLE IS FOR YOU...because I DO TREASURE THE KIND OF FRIENDSHIP WE DO HAVE HERE...

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

"A friend is someone who knows the song in your heart, and can sing it back to you when you have forgotten the words.".... by Donna Roberts

"A friend is one who believes in you when you have ceased to believe in yourself."... by Lysha

1. FOCUS ON WHAT YOU CAN GIVE TO A FRIEND, NOT WHAT YOU CAN GET OUT OF A FRIENDSHIP.
If being happy is your only motive for wanting someone to be your friend, then you are not being a real friend. Don't get caught up in keeping tabs on who has given most in the friendship. Give to your friends regardless of how much they give to you.

2. ENCOURAGE YOUR FRIEND.
Real friends inspire and push each other to be the best that they can be, rather than drag each other down. They are happy when other people achieve their goals.

3. BE WILLING TO FORGIVE.
Don't let hurt turn to grudge. This is one sure way to destroy a friendship. Forgive your friend and move on.

4. TACTFULLY POINT OUT THEIR MISTAKES.
This is one way to show concern for others. If you really care, you will tactfully point out a specific example for his own good. But once you've brought the problem to your friend's attention, don't harp on it all the time. Don't walk away from a friendship when you see some of your friend's faults. Be patient with a friend as he or she tries to change. Realize that nobody is perfect.

5. BE RELIABLE.
When you say you are going to be there, be there.

6. DON'T TRY TO CONTROL YOUR FRIENDS.
Real friendship does not mean you always have to be together. It may be tempting to have a fun person all to yourself, and feel threatened when your friend spends time with others. If you are afraid to let your friends out of your sight, you are probably afraid of losing them. Good friendship will endure time spent apart. You and your friends may learn to appreciate each other even more.

7. BE THERE FOR THE GOOD AND THE BAD TIMES.
Celebrate with them if your friends are excited about something. But don't be there just for the good times. When your friend is upset about something, give them your full attention. Most of the time, what friends really need is a sympathetic ear, someone who understand their feelings.

8. LEARN TO ACCEPT PERSONALITY DIFFERENCES IN YOUR FRIENDS.
Be careful not to evaluate other people by how you react in a particular situation. Do not automatically take your friends' behavior personally.

9. DON'T BE A BLABBERMOUTH.
Learn and be willing to keep each other's secrets.

10. DON'T LET ARGUMENTS DESTROY YOUR FRIENDSHIP.
Suppose you're having a discussion with a friend and after you've said what you think is true, they still disagree. Don't keep arguing until you get mad with each other. Just drop it. Your desire to win the argument may ruin your friendship.

This is not a tag/award, but I would like to take this opportunity to extend my warmest gratitude to all who have made a special place in my heart.