lovely words..

I fond of lovely words from my beloved friend..passed on to me..fulfills my spirit..

I've been blessed throughout my long life with a number of the dearest kindest friends..that man ever had. Gratefully conscious of all they have meant to me..I declare friendship to be precious beyond all words. But it is like a plant that withers if it be not heedfully tended. It must be fostered by means of visits, of letters, of little services and attentions and by constant thought, sympathy and kindness..

I implore my children to remember this.