Friendship

Friendship
Friendship comes from the heart, is freely given with no strings attached or expectations. First and foremost you are a friend, one that I treasure. Appreciation and gratitude come to mind when I think of you!
I was given an opportunity to learn and grow all the while you encouraged me having faith there was nothing I couldn’t do. Yes, you saw something in me! You have given me a scrapbook of memories that I wouldn’t trade. I will always look back on these memories with heartfelt love. You see, I cherish you and the time we’ve spent together.
Decisions and paths traveled at times were difficult and at times I’ve stumbled. I have shed a few tears along the way; but always moved beyond the sadness to a place of gratitude so as to cherish the past! Loyalty and respect has warmed my heart finding you to be attentive and unselfish. Picking me up and dusting me off!
Friends are rare people that enrich our lives while allowing us to be different. They help realize our dreams creating a basket of riches while sheltering us from stormy weather with emphasis on love and acceptance. In my mind’s eye you have done this and a friend; first and foremost is what you will always be!
You helped when doors opened for me to walk through. You helped build a foundation while recognizing new opportunities for me along the way. I thought of you as I viewed what was on the other side. I celebrated the past and looked forward to the future. I walked into another opportunity; goals in mind ready for what gifts life had in store for me!
I knew each step on life’s journey I had you to thank for all you did for me and wanted you to know; you always had a spot in my heart. 
You; my Teacher, Confidant, and Friend!
                   Debbie Knapp.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011



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Date: 1/1/2013 2:34:00 PM
Debbie , making an appearance on the soup today. Only 2 wish you this coming year to be a glorious one in which rewards all your future poetry with success. I love the time I took out of the first day of the year. 1-1-2013* :-) Just to wish you the best of 2013. Take care my dear poet friend. PD
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Debbie Knapp
Date: 6/4/2013 6:32:00 PM
Linda, thank you my friend. This year will be the best I have had in 50. I believe! I am thankful to start my year with my friends right here. I will be fine now..
Date: 11/22/2012 4:18:00 PM
Where are you Poet friend almost a year since you have been here. You must have lots of new writes? Light & Love
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Debbie Knapp
Date: 6/4/2013 6:34:00 PM
Debbie my friend, not too many new writes but I do plan to write again. I am just so happy to be back here with all of you. Life has had some up's and downs. I am dusted off and going to have the best year ever with all my friends right here.
Date: 12/28/2011 2:40:00 PM
...will always look back on these memories with heartfelt love.- - Friendship comes from the heart.....yes it do!Debbie it is beautiful - love it. OXOX Love Anne-Lise
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Debbie Knapp
Date: 6/4/2013 6:37:00 PM
Friendship is what keeps us going in times of trouble and disbelief. Friendship lives in the heart and I am so thankful for you my friend and all my other friends too. I will look your friendship poem up as I know it has to be great.
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Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 1/22/2012 1:09:00 PM
I have a poem "FRIENDSHIP" to,Debbie. oxox love Anne-Lise
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Debbie Knapp
Date: 12/28/2011 3:36:00 PM
Thank you. Friendship comes from the heart and friends remain in the heart.. Your Friend, Debbie...
Date: 12/16/2011 6:15:00 AM
I enjoyed reading your poetry this morning Debbie. I hope you have a wonderful weekend. I am going to see if I can write something for a couple contests this weekend. Hope you find the inspiration to do the same. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours. Love, Carol
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Debbie Knapp
Date: 12/16/2011 12:58:00 PM
Thank you. I know you will write something beautiful. Good luck to you my friend. Debbie...
Date: 12/15/2011 1:26:00 PM
You brought tears to my eyes with these words of beauty :*) So full of heartfelt compassion.I love your loving words of honesty.You have a special gift that many don't have or use.Bless you :o) What a lucky friend :o) I still have tears :*)
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Debbie Knapp
Date: 12/15/2011 2:27:00 PM
Dan, You are always so kind and I thank you. I am greatful for so many people you are included I hope you know. Thanks for being a friend to me.. Your Friend Always Debbie
Date: 12/15/2011 11:53:00 AM
lovely dedication to a friend. Bravo!
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Debbie Knapp
Date: 12/15/2011 12:39:00 PM
Thank you, I felt it was long over due. I hope it's perfect to the one I wrote.. Thank you my friend..
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