Reinforcing the 1-800-flowers.com and celebrations.com philosophy of helping individuals express, connect, and celebrate, Jim McCann celebrates the unwavering and steadfast nature of friendship inside Celebrating Friends. More than just a collection of heartwarming sentiments, Celebrating Friends presents over 50 poignant quotes, fascinating facts, and inspirational stories that express thoughts on friendship in an honest and genuine way. Celebrating Friends is perfect for sharing at birthdays, reunions, and other special occasions that pay tribute to the unwavering power of friendship. Full-color drawings illustrate the book throughout and are interspersed with meaningful quotes and heartfelt reflections on creating friendships and memories and ultimately celebrating life. Divided into four sections, Celebrating Friends features 120 entries, many of which were submitted by everyday people on the 1-800-flowers.com and celebrations.com Web sites, and on their Facebook and Twitter pages, including: * Scientists have found that men and women view friendship differently. For women, friendship is a face-to-face relationship; for men, it's side-by-side. * The holy passion of friendship is of so sweet and steady and loyal and enduring a nature that it will last through a whole lifetime, if not asked to lend money. --Mark Twain

The fourth in our series of keepsake gift books published with 1-800-Flowers, on one of the strongest themes—friendship—in our gift book catalogue. The graceful, uplifting art and heartwarming sentiment combine to make this the perfect gift for BFFs of women of all ages and backgrounds. Reinforcing the 1-800-flowers.com and celebrations.com philosophy of helping individuals express, connect, and celebrate, Jim McCann celebrates the unwavering and steadfast nature of friendship inside Celebrating Friends. More than just a collection of heartwarming sentiments, Celebrating Friends presents over 50 poignant quotes, fascinating facts, and inspirational stories that express thoughts on friendship in an honest and genuine way. Celebrating Friends is perfect for sharing at birthdays, reunions, and other special occasions that pay tribute to the unwavering power of friendship. Full-color drawings illustrate the book throughout and are interspersed with meaningful quotes and heartfelt reflections on creating friendships and memories and ultimately celebrating life. Divided into four sections, Celebrating Friends features 120 entries, many of which were submitted by everyday people on the 1-800-flowers.com and celebrations.com Web sites, and on their Facebook and Twitter pages, including: * Scientists have found that men and women view friendship differently. For women, friendship is a face-to-face relationship; for men, it's side-by-side. * The holy passion of friendship is of so sweet and steady and loyal and enduring a nature that it will last through a whole lifetime, if not asked to lend money. --Mark Twain

From the “Martha Stewart of inspired living” comes a book full of inspirational quotes and words of encouragement to help you appreciate your friends. Friends build us up. They make us stronger, smarter, and better. In this delightful, beautifully illustrated gift book; writer, artist, and friend extraordinaire Mary Anne Radmacher shares the many ways we celebrate each other. Discover the special talent that Radmacher has to change lives with her words. Read this extraordinarily touching book which includes an abundance of: Motivational quotes Poetry Aphorisms about the importance of friendship The perfect gift for friends or yourself. With original four-color lettering, art and design, Mary Anne offers a funny, sweet, and perfect book for any occasion. “When we have a circle of friends, we have more fun. We get more done, we feel and are stronger, and we really do celebrate the power of our ‘us,’” says Mary Anne Radmacher.

She makes time for the things that matter. She listens to her heart. She adds extraordinary to the everyday. Celebrate an important woman in your life with this whimsically illustrated collection of statements that honor her spirit and her friendship. Celebrating You is a meaningful gift for birthdays, special moments, or just because.

The Women of Faith Study Series Helps you turn the laughter and lessons of Women of Faith conferences into a journey of growth shared by special friends. Whether or not you've attended a conference, you will appreciate the bonds that form as you join with other women linked together in friendship, prayer, joy, and faith. Each study will also lead you to a deeper love of the Bible and a greater appreciation of the power of God's Word. Each session includes six sections: A Moment for Quiet Reflection . . . Just for Fun - Knowing God's Heart . . . Praying Together - Friendship Boosters . . . Making It Real in Your Own Life -- The leader's guide that's included makes it easy to facilitate weekly Bible studies that will nurture your knowledge of Scripture and your sense of God's presence in your life. Six Sessions Include -- Wanted: A Few Good Women - Nobody's Just Like You, Thank God! - Hugs and a Good, Swift Kick - Putting Your Feet to the Fire - Friendship Flops and Fizzles - Come On, Get Happy!

In Lisa Williams’ A Circle of Friends Celebrating Life, she examines the pain from her past and helps us uncover the scars in our own lives. She undresses and addresses the secrets that kept her in bondage for over two decades. She illustrates how damaging child abuse, incest, domestic violence and abandonment can be on the human mind and spirit. This book is a loud call for those of us who are still guarding our secrets to seek healing, forgiveness and eternal life that is only offered in Christ. Healing the hurt and learning to celebrate life is really the heart of this book—the only reality that can break the uninterrupted cycle of victimization and abuse. With poignant insight, she guides us on the pathway to heal the wounded spirit that possibly lies dormant within us all. Lisa's truth provided me a mirror that reflected my own life. As I examined my plight, her book encouraged me and strengthened me with the courage to walk away from 30 years of mental and physical abuse. Jo Ann. Davis, Survivor of Domestic Violence

Over the last decade Old Friends, the Thoroughbred Retirement Facility in Georgetown, KY, has put a new face on the concept of equine aftercare. When Michael Blowen first dreamed of creating Old Friends, he envisioned a place where Thoroughbred stallions could retire with dignity following their racing or breeding careers. He also wanted people to visit the iconic horses. In 2003, Old Friends opened on leased land with a miniature horse named Little Silver Charm, a gelding named Invigorate and a mare named Narrow Escape. Today, the two-hundred-plus-acre farm in Georgetown has more than 160 retired Thoroughbred stallions, geldings and mares, including two Kentucky Derby winners. It even welcomed two satellite farms, one in New York and one at Kentucky Downs racetrack. In his follow-up to History of Old Friends, Rick Capone revisits the unforgettable history of this horse retirement home.

Since God can't be everywhere, It's a good thing for us He decided to make Friends! After all, what would we do without our friends to share our jokes, split our desserts and tell our secrets to? And just why is it that friends make such a difference in our lives? There are plenty of reasons and we try to at least scratch the surface in "We'll Be Friends Through Thick and Thin." After all, a true friend is always there for you. You don't even have to tell her when you need her. She has some kind of "friend radar" that lets her know. And a true friend is even better than chocolate in so many ways! For one thing, she doesn't make your face break out, except in a grin! Read all about why we love our friends so much...and share this book with those special friends in your own life!

Hardcover printing erroneously indicates that it is the "first Howard Books trade paperback edition."

Let Friends be your guide to hosting unforgettable year-round celebrations. This one-of-a-kind handbook is filled with recipes, entertaining tips, and group activities inspired by the feasts and fun of everyone's favorite sitcom squad. In part one of Friendsgiving you'll find recipes like Righteous Mac 'n' Cheese and Neslé Toulouse Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies. Part two is filled with Friends-style entertaining tips, such as creating the ultimate Friendsgiving playlist and DIY-ing party decorations. Part three keeps the fun going with Pin the Tail on Ugly Naked Guy, Unagi Pictionary, and many more activities. Filled with full-color photos, quotes, and highlighting memorable moments from the show throughout, Friendsgiving is a delightful compendium of ideas for celebrating holidays, special occasions, or anytime festivities with your favorite people.