I am finding that often in our lives we go from one requirement to the next; crossing off all the things that must be done while neglecting the seemingly superfluous things. My friend, Ralph Waldo Emerson reminds us that there is a need to make extra time for what he calls the "best property of all":
"We take care of our health, we lay up money, we make our room tight, and our clothing sufficient; but who provides wisely that he shall not be wanting in the best property of all--friends?"
That is what we did this weekend. We sought to take care of what we feel is as important as our health, as critical as our livelihood, and as valued as our family; we sought to nurture our friendships.
It was an opportunity to show them how much they mean to us, to spoil them a little, and to thank them for their involvement in our lives.
We couldn't feel more blessed to call them our friends.
5 comments:
Ardith - lovely pictures and a meaningful post! It is the most important in life that we take for granted the most - Thanks for reminding us again : )
Looks like so much fun!
Friends + beach = neverfail great time!
Love the quote.
Friends are our greatest treasures, lovely post Ardith. Loved the happy pictures too.
Love the quote, love the idea - sounds like it was an awesome party!
We all need good friends....it's what makes life fun!
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