'Amigos', sahabat, peng you and of course friends! Friendship is one of the the most meaningful relationship that people can have on earth. Friends are so precious to us as they were just diamonds and gold to the rich. So we must appreciate them for who they are. Therefore, there is a special day to pay tribute to your friends.
Annually, we usually celebrate Father's Day, Mother's Day, Teacher's Day and many more. What about Friendship Day? Bear in mind that there is actually a Friendship Day, just that we are not aware about it. Friendship Day is celebrated throughout the world on the first Sunday of August. This tradition of dedicating a special day to friends to began in United States in 1935.
Have you ever wondered who is the world's ambassador of friendship? Well, according to the Wikipedia in 1997, the United Nations named Winnie-The-Pooh as the World's ambassador of Friendship.
Friendship Day is the time to recognize friends who have contributed to your happiness. Friends might come in all shapes and sizes but no matter how different they are, true friends will stand by you in joy or despair, good times or bad. That is why good friends are so important to us. For instance, you have a friend of different race, you should not treat them differently, as they may feel awkward. Although there might be some tough time, a good friend will be there for us no matter what. They will go through thick and thin with us.
So, how do you pay tribute to your friends who have been there by your side these time? Let me introduce some ideas on things you can do on Friendship Day. Write a lovely card for your friends. Just open up and put down in writing everything you feel. I am pretty sure your friends will appreciate this gesture. Shopping is a good time for some bonding. If you have lost touch with someone, shopping will allow you to get back on track and learn about your friends' latest issues.
For those who have more than than just a few hours with your friends, why not organize a 'sleepover'? There are many things to do during a sleepover. For example, you can play games with your friends, tell ghost stories, or even enjoy a good gossip. They all allow you to spend quality time with your friends.
Observe Friendship Day to celebrate your friendship. Remember, it only comes once a year! So, please do not forget this auspicious day.
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