Have you ever wondered how you forgot to say ‘Thank You’ for something because it came from a friend? Was it because you have taken that friend for granted? I hope not, because if that is the case, you need to do some thinking. Friendships are too precious and if we do not take care about nurturing them, it might be you’ll lose a friend at the next bend.

This quote by C. S. Lewis sums it up beautifully: “Friendship is unnecessary, like philosophy, like art… It has no survival value; rather is one of those things that give value to survival.” He could never be close to the truth. I can say that for sure because I have seen friends stand up for each other and be there when it is most needed. I believe in the power of friendship and that is why I want more people to come and join me. Let’s get together. Join me on the Facebook group or the fan page and share your support.

Valentine’s Day has always been a favorite with cynics! Each year this day draws near and there are some sections of people who take out their knives and goes on the offensive. They have a problem with everything connected to Valentine’s Day. They don’t like the idea of giving gifts, more so because there’s this recession which seems to have the final say in everything! They don’t like the ‘mushy’ stuff and they feel that you can express your love any day of the year! They may have a point somewhere, but they do stretch it too far sometimes.

I think it all depends on the individual’s choice. If you are in favor of doing something special on Valentine’s Day, go ahead and do it. If you feel that it’s not your cup of coffee, so be it. I’m sure there are lots of ways in which you can still say how much you love your significant other. And you can do that throughout the year. The point I’m trying to make here is, each to his or her own. Similarly there are lots of people who go crazy as the day draws near. They splurge money unnecessarily to get stuff they don’t need. Men say that they’re really pressured to do something, and women say that they’re disappointed. Some even send themselves flowers and cards (like Mr. Bean!) just so that they don’t look like they’re left out. I know a few of them who even borrow money to get gifts for their love! That’s just a lot of hassle don’t you think?

Do you think Valentine’s Day is overrated? How will you celebrate Valentine’s Day?

Yes, so it is. I’m looking for friendship quotes from you which can inspire our friends all over the globe. As you must be knowing by now, we are trying to build up a readership community of all my friends and you are welcome to join the group and the fan page. The more the merrier is our motto, but there is no point in joining and just hanging around there! The idea, and I’m repeating myself here, is to be there for each other and build up a support base. I want you guys to interact with each other and only then will my objective be attained.

Here’s a friendship quote that I really liked. It’s a Spanish proverb: “Life without a friend is like death without a witness.” A difficult road gets more difficult to travel when you don’t have a friend to cheer you along. I have seen people get cranky and lonely when they could not find a proper support system of their friends. I have been very luck that way. My life in one of the busiest cities of the world will come to nothing if you take away my group of friends. They have a huge hand in making me the person I am. Do you have friends who inspired and influenced you? Write to me with the story. I may publish that on my newsletter or blog with your names!