Today, as we near the end of July we also coming to the end of our retrospective, of the wandering through my art gallery ~ my walk down memory lane.
Today is also the International Day of Friendship ~ so very appropriate as this month of looking back over years and years has refreshed my memory of so very much shared and the friends made through this little blog.
You ~ the beautiful people who have come into and become an important part of my life. You ~ lasting friendships. You ~ people who have made it better. You ~ who have shared good times and hard times, with smiles, with caring. You ~ who have shared your love of pets, a special bond between us. You ~ for whom I give thanks each and every day.
This little poem by one of our favorite authors, ends by asking:
"How much love inside a friend? Depends on how much you give 'em."
I hope we've given you good measure for you have given us much.
"How much love inside a friend? Depends on how much you give 'em."
I hope we've given you good measure for you have given us much.
HOW MANY, HOW MUCH
How many slams in an old screen door?
Depends on how loud you shut it.
How many slices in a bread?
Depends on how thin you cut it.
How much good inside a day?
Depends on how much you live 'em.
How much love inside a friend?
Depends on how much you give 'em.
HOW MANY, HOW MUCH. Written and illustrated by Shel Silverstein. Published 1981. A Light In The Attic. Harper Collins Publishers.
That is a sweet poem. I hope I give enough love. I know I receive a lot from all my friends.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE THIS POEM! my first time reading it. It does say it all. I am so thankful for all my wonderful E-Friends both human and with 4 paws.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful poem♥
ReplyDeleteDear June, you are looking right at us with your beautiful eyes as your mommy shares a great poem. Hello June and goodbye June.
ReplyDeleteThat's a terrific poem, sums up life and how one looks at it so well. This blogging world has been amazing, so many compassionate, kind, wonderful people to connect with. ❤️
ReplyDeleteA lovely poem. And it reminds Us of Shakespeare's words, from Juliet to Romeo: "My bounty is as boundless as the sea, My love as deep. The more I give to thee, the more I have, For both are infinite".
ReplyDeleteA purrfect poem. Mum always says " if you want a friend,,you must be a friend"
ReplyDeletePawsome poem you shared :)
Purrs, Julie
We're enjoyed your retrospective during the month of July, and are happy to call you and your mom friends, June.
ReplyDeleteJune and Ann
ReplyDeleteI thoroughly enjoy my July art gallery tours.
What a beautiful poem and so very true. I've always heard you get as much as you give...100% true
I thank you for your friendship and dedication to all of us out here in BlogLand.
Hugs and love to you both
Cecilia
We love that poem, and we love you, Juney and Ann. We have enjoyed your retrospective, and look forward to seeing you back live again soon. XO
ReplyDeleteWe loved your retrospective and that poem is great.
ReplyDeleteMee-yow what a lovelee Selfie June girl......wee have missed stoppin bye. Life been cray-cray! Butt wee made it today an are happy to see you!
ReplyDelete***purrss*** BellaDharma an ((hugss)) BellaSita Mum
What a beautiful poem and your retrospective was wonderful! You made July better!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful poem and post - I needed this today. Thank you. ❤
ReplyDeleteTerrific poem and what a wonderful picture of June! I've really enjoyed your art retrospective, I and look forward to your upcoming posts!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful photo of June!!! And such a special poem. We would like to turn all your kind and sweet words right back toward YOU!!!
ReplyDeleteWoos - Lightning, Misty, and Timber and Mom
Aww, June...what a lovely face you have...and those eyes!
ReplyDeleteWe love our friends!
A lovely poem and it touches the heart. We can enjoy the love of others and give it in return. It makes life worthwhile.
ReplyDeleteThe song from "Rent" "A Year In a Life" spoke to me as your poem does :" In daylight/in sunset/in midnights and cups of coffee.. "This walk through your gallery has been wonderful - thank you for sharing !
ReplyDeleteLike most of life, everything is dependent on what you do.
ReplyDeleteI am thankful for your friendship and all my blogging friends. XO
ReplyDeleteHello pretty June. That really is a wonderful poem!
ReplyDeleteWonderful poem!
ReplyDeleteIt's been a wonderful month, and i'm so glad to have "met" you and your wonderful pets.
ReplyDeleteHappy Friends Day!
ReplyDeleteSuch a thoughtful poem...and we all hopefully will think like that when we meet others, anywhere and everywhere.
ReplyDeleteThat's a pawsome poem. Such an appropriate one to think on. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThat poem is right on, and sounds like wisdom which came from a lot of experience. Gorgeous picture of June Baby, as always. Wonderful post, full of wonder!
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