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A thank you letter to my best friend, all the things i should thank you for more often than i do..

To My Best Friend,

This thank you is long overdue. There are so many things I want to thank you for, and I’m sure I’m going to still be missing some by the end of this letter. But here is a small token of my gratitude for just being by my side in this life and making it all worthwhile.

Thank you first of all for accepting me and loving me for exactly who I am. This isn’t easy. I can be stubborn, difficult and confusing, but you love and accept me for me. There are days I wonder when you’ll finally come to your senses and move on and find a new BFF, one who isn’t so complicated, but to my amazement, you never do. You tell me you’ll take the good with the bad, and when I question whether I have any good left, you’re always there to reassure me and show me that I do. Thank you for loving me in my dorky and difficult moments, moments where if the rest of the world saw them, they’d probably walk away. Thank you for understanding me like no one else does; if we didn’t have the connection we did, I can’t imagine how lonely and big this world would feel. Because of you, this world seems like a little friendlier place, one I can see myself being a part of.

Thank you for being my biggest fan. Besides my family, you are my biggest supporter, and I know that when I win, you win, and when you win, I win. In this battle we call life, it doesn’t matter who’s in my opponents corner, because I know I am always going to have you in mine, and that’s the best asset I could ever ask for. You encourage me to chase my dreams like no one else does, and I can tell that you sincerely hurt when I hurt — not many people care about me in such a deep way. Whatever crazy dream I tell you I’m going to chase after next, you believe I can do it, even when the rest of the world thinks I’m crazy for even suggesting it. When something good happens, you’re the first person I want to tell, and when something bad happens, you’re the first one I go to for support.

Thank you for being you. You are incredible my dear, and I can’t wait to constantly remind your husband that he got crazy lucky and out kicked his coverage big time. You are beautiful inside and out. On the outside, you are so gorgeous; you’re very own unique and incredible definition of beauty, and I know I’m one of many who see it. You’re intimidating to stand next to in pictures because I know your light shines so bright, but I’ll gladly stand next to you and take a picture, because I’m so excited to show the world how breathtakingly beautiful my best friend is. On the inside you are even prettier, with a warm heart, a sharp mind and an unbelievable personality. You are hands down the funniest person I know, and I still can’t believe that someone as funny and hilarious as you chooses to spend her time with someone as dweeby and awkward as me. I mean, half the time we’re laughing at some fail I had or something stupid I did, so I guess I contribute a little bit to our constant laughing. You are so kind and so sweet, and have the biggest heart of anyone I know. God spent a little extra time when he made you, because you’re the total package: you’re beautiful, awesome and amazing, all wrapped in one, and I’m so lucky he put you in my life—he knows I’d be lost without you.

Thank you for being there for me whenever I need it. It was once said that “all that relationships are are being there for someone when they need you,” and you’re a pro at this. Whether it be because another boy is being stupid or I’m feeling alone, I know all I need to do is call you, and I’ll instantly feel better. You help my through the countless problems Lord knows I have trouble solving, and you reassure me that no matter what, you’re always going to be there for me. This is huge, and something very few people have been able to do for me, but you always have, and I know you always will be. And that is the most reassuring thing I know, knowing that if all hell breaks loose, the world falls apart and I have no one, I’ll have you. And that is all I need.

Thank you for being a spark, a light in my life that no matter how dark the world around us gets, is always there to light my way and show me the way home. Thank you for laughing with me when God blesses us with a funny moment, and crying with me when God is trying to tell me something. Thank you for standing beside me in the greatest of moments and the darkest of hours. Thank you for being the one I share my fondest memories with: all the nights we stayed up really late, all the exciting adventures we went on and all the inside jokes we still laugh about today. Thank you for growing up with me; for being there every step of the way and creating some of my happiest moments with me. Thank you for all the memories I've shared with you, and I can't wait for what crazy adventure we're going to go on next.

So thank you for accepting me, loving me, and supporting me. Thank you for being your wonderful self, and thank you for being there for me, through thick and thin, even when I'm at my lowest. Thank you for shining your brilliant light into my life and illuminating my world.

Oh, and thank you for being my maid of honor. I know I won’t need to ask you for a while, but you had to know it was coming, right?

Thank you for being the godmother to my future children, the sister to my family, and another daughter to my parents.

And finally, thank you for being the best to my friend.

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Waitlisted for a college class here's what to do, dealing with the inevitable realities of college life..

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Don't freak out

This is a rule you should continue to follow no matter what you do in life, but is especially helpful in this situation.

Email the professor

Around this time, professors are getting flooded with requests from students wanting to get into full classes. This doesn't mean you shouldn't burden them with your email; it means they are expecting interested students to email them. Send a short, concise message telling them that you are interested in the class and ask if there would be any chance for you to get in.

Attend the first class

Often, the advice professors will give you when they reply to your email is to attend the first class. The first class isn't the most important class in terms of what will be taught. However, attending the first class means you are serious about taking the course and aren't going to give up on it.

Keep attending class

Every student is in the same position as you are. They registered for more classes than they want to take and are "shopping." For the first couple of weeks, you can drop or add classes as you please, which means that classes that were once full will have spaces. If you keep attending class and keep up with assignments, odds are that you will have priority. Professors give preference to people who need the class for a major and then from higher to lower class year (senior to freshman).

Have a backup plan

For two weeks, or until I find out whether I get into my waitlisted class, I will be attending more than the usual number of classes. This is so that if I don't get into my waitlisted class, I won't have a credit shortage and I won't have to fall back in my backup class. Chances are that enough people will drop the class, especially if it is very difficult like computer science, and you will have a chance. In popular classes like art and psychology, odds are you probably won't get in, so prepare for that.

Remember that everything works out at the end

Life is full of surprises. So what if you didn't get into the class you wanted? Your life obviously has something else in store for you. It's your job to make sure you make the best out of what you have.

Navigating the Talking Stage: 21 Essential Questions to Ask for Connection

It's mandatory to have these conversations..

Whether you met your new love interest online , through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

1. What do you do for a living?

What someone does for a living can tell a lot about who they are and what they're interested in! Their career reveals a lot more about them than just where they spend their time to make some money.

2. What's your favorite color?

OK, I get it, this seems like something you would ask a Kindergarten class, but I feel like it's always good to know someone's favorite color . You could always send them that Snapchat featuring you in that cute shirt you have that just so happens to be in their favorite color!

3. Do you have any siblings?

This one is actually super important because it's totally true that people grow up with different roles and responsibilities based on where they fall in the order. You can tell a lot about someone just based on this seemingly simple question.

4. What's your favorite television show?

OK, maybe this isn't a super important question, but you have to know ASAP if you can quote Michael Scott or not. If not, he probably isn't the one. Sorry, girl.

5. When is your birthday?

You can then proceed to do the thing that every girl does without admitting it and see how compatible your zodiacs are.

6. What's your biggest goal in life?

If you're like me, you have big goals that you want to reach someday, and you want a man behind you who also has big goals and understands what it's like to chase after a dream. If his biggest goal is to see how quickly he can binge-watch " Grey's Anatomy " on Netflix , you may want to move on.

7. If you had three wishes granted to you by a genie, what would they be?

This is a go-to for an insight into their personality. Based on how they answer, you can tell if they're goofy, serious, or somewhere in between.

8. What's your favorite childhood memory?

For some, this may be a hard question if it involves a family member or friend who has since passed away . For others, it may revolve around a tradition that no longer happens. The answers to this question are almost endless!

9. If you could change one thing about your life, what would it be?

We all have parts of our lives and stories that we wish we could change. It's human nature to make mistakes. This question is a little bit more personal but can really build up the trust level.

10. Are you a cat or a dog person?

I mean, duh! If you're a dog person, and he is a cat person, it's not going to work out.

11. Do you believe in a religion or any sort of spiritual power?

Personally, I am a Christian, and as a result, I want to be with someone who shares those same values. I know some people will argue that this question is too much in the talking stage , but why go beyond the talking stage if your personal values will never line up?

12. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Even homebodies have a must visit place on their bucket list !

13. What is your ideal date night?

Hey, if you're going to go for it... go for it!

14. Who was/is your celebrity crush?

For me, it was hands-down Nick Jonas . This is always a fun question to ask!

15. What's a good way to cheer you up if you're having a bad day?

Let's be real, if you put a label on it, you're not going to see your significant other at their best 24/7.

16. Do you have any tattoos?

This can lead to some really good conversations, especially if they have a tattoo that has a lot of meaning to them!

17. Can you describe yourself in three words?

It's always interesting to see if how the person you're talking to views their personal traits lines ups with the vibes you're getting.

18. What makes you the most nervous in life?

This question can go multiple different directions, and it could also be a launching pad for other conversations.

19. What's the best gift you have ever received?

Admittedly, I have asked this question to friends as well, but it's neat to see what people value.

20. What do you do to relax/have fun?

Work hard, play hard, right?

21. What are your priorities at this phase of your life?

This is always interesting because no matter how compatible your personalities may be, if one of you wants to be serious and the other is looking for something casual, it's just not going to work.

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Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in challah bread or easter bread.

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

A few weeks ago, I was given a loaf of bread called Challah (pronounced like holla), and upon my first bite, I realized it tasted just like Easter Bread. It was so delicious that I just had to make some of my own, which I did.

The recipe is as follows:

Ingredients

2 tsp active dry or instant yeast 1 cup lukewarm water 4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup white granulated sugar 2 tsp salt 2 large eggs 1 large egg yolk (reserve the white for the egg wash) 1/4 cup neutral-flavored vegetable oil

Instructions

Combine yeast and a pinch of sugar in small bowl with the water and stir until you see a frothy layer across the top.
Whisk together 4 cups of the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
Make a well in the center of the flour and add in eggs, egg yolk, and oil. Whisk these together to form a slurry, pulling in a little flour from the sides of the bowl.
Pour the yeast mixture over the egg slurry and mix until difficult to move.
Turn out the dough onto a floured work surface and knead by hand for about 10 minutes. If the dough seems very sticky, add flour a teaspoon at a time until it feels tacky, but no longer like bubblegum. The dough has finished kneading when it is soft, smooth, and holds a ball-shape.
Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and place somewhere warm. Let the dough rise 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Separate the dough into four pieces. Roll each piece of dough into a long rope roughly 1-inch thick and 16 inches long.
Gather the ropes and squeeze them together at the very top. Braid the pieces in the pattern of over, under, and over again. Pinch the pieces together again at the bottom.
Line a baking sheet with parchment and lift the loaf on top. Sprinkle the loaf with a little flour and drape it with a clean dishcloth. Place the pan somewhere warm and away from drafts and let it rise until puffed and pillowy, about an hour.
Heat the oven to 350°F. Whisk the reserved egg white with a tablespoon of water and brush it all over the challah. Be sure to get in the cracks and down the sides of the loaf.
Slide the challah on its baking sheet into the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through cooking. The challah is done when it is deeply browned.

I kept wondering how these two breads could be so similar in taste. So I decided to look up a recipe for Easter Bread to make a comparison. The two are almost exactly the same! These recipes are similar because they come from religious backgrounds. The Jewish Challah bread is based on kosher dietary laws. The Christian Easter Bread comes from the Jewish tradition but was modified over time because they did not follow kosher dietary laws.

A recipe for Easter bread is as follows:

2 tsp active dry or instant yeast 2/3 cup milk 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup white granulated sugar 2 tbs butter 2 large eggs 2 tbs melted butter 1 tsp salt

In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, sugar, salt, and yeast; stir well. Combine milk and butter in a small saucepan; heat until milk is warm and butter is softened but not melted.
Gradually add the milk and butter to the flour mixture; stirring constantly. Add two eggs and 1/2 cup flour; beat well. Add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
Deflate the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into two equal size rounds; cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Roll each round into a long roll about 36 inches long and 1 1/2 inches thick. Using the two long pieces of dough, form a loosely braided ring, leaving spaces for the five colored eggs. Seal the ends of the ring together and use your fingers to slide the eggs between the braids of dough.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place loaf on a buttered baking sheet and cover loosely with a damp towel. Place loaf in a warm place and let rise until doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes. Brush risen loaf with melted butter.
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Both of these recipes are really easy to make. While you might need to have a day set aside for this activity, you can do things while the dough is rising or in the oven. After only a few hours, you have a delicious loaf of bread that you made from scratch, so the time and effort is really worth it!

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer..

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake , have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart , no matter how dirty the water may look.

Every year when summer rolls back around, you can't wait to fire up the boat and get back out there. Here is a list of things you can probably identify with as a fellow lake-goer.

A bad day at the lake is still better than a good day not at the lake.

It's your place of escape, where you can leave everything else behind and just enjoy the beautiful summer day. No matter what kind of week you had, being able to come and relax without having to worry about anything else is the best therapy there is. After all, there's nothing better than a day of hanging out in the hot sun, telling old funny stories and listening to your favorite music.

You know the best beaches and coves to go to.

Whether you want to just hang out and float or go walk around on a beach, you know the best spots. These often have to be based on the people you're with, given that some "party coves" can get a little too crazy for little kids on board. I still have vivid memories from when I was six that scared me when I saw the things drunk girls would do for beads.

You have no patience for the guy who can't back his trailer into the water right.

When there's a long line of trucks waiting to dump their boats in the water, there's always that one clueless guy who can't get it right, and takes 5 attempts and holds up the line. No one likes that guy. One time my dad got so fed up with a guy who was taking too long that he actually got out of the car and asked this guy if he could just do it for him. So he got into the guy's car, threw it in reverse, and got it backed in on the first try. True story.

Doing the friendly wave to every boat you pass.

Similar to the "jeep wave," almost everyone waves to other boats passing by. It's just what you do, and is seen as a normal thing by everyone.

The cooler is always packed, mostly with beer.

Alcohol seems to be a big part of the lake experience, but other drinks are squeezed into the room remaining in the cooler for the kids, not to mention the wide assortment of chips and other foods in the snack bag.

Giving the idiot who goes 30 in a "No Wake Zone" a piece of your mind.

There's nothing worse than floating in the water, all settled in and minding your business, when some idiot barrels through. Now your anchor is loose, and you're left jostled by the waves when it was nice and perfectly still before. This annoyance is typically answered by someone yelling some choice words to them that are probably accompanied by a middle finger in the air.

You have no problem with peeing in the water.

It's the lake, and some social expectations are a little different here, if not lowered quite a bit. When you have to go, you just go, and it's no big deal to anyone because they do it too.

You know the frustration of getting your anchor stuck.

The number of anchors you go through as a boat owner is likely a number that can be counted on two hands. Every once in a while, it gets stuck on something on the bottom of the lake, and the only way to fix the problem is to cut the rope, and you have to replace it.

Watching in awe at the bigger, better boats that pass by.

If you're the typical lake-goer, you likely might have an average-sized boat that you're perfectly happy with. However, that doesn't mean you don't stop and stare at the fast boats that loudly speed by, or at the obnoxiously huge yachts that pass.

Knowing any swimsuit that you own with white in it is best left for the pool or the ocean.

You've learned this the hard way, coming back from a day in the water and seeing the flowers on your bathing suit that were once white, are now a nice brownish hue.

The momentary fear for your life as you get launched from the tube.

If the driver knows how to give you a good ride, or just wants to specifically throw you off, you know you're done when you're speeding up and heading straight for a big wave. Suddenly you're airborne, knowing you're about to completely wipe out, and you eat pure wake. Then you get back on and do it all again.

You're able to go to the restaurants by the water wearing minimal clothing.

One of the many nice things about the life at the lake is that everybody cares about everything a little less. Rolling up to the place wearing only your swimsuit, a cover-up, and flip flops, you fit right in. After a long day when you're sunburned, a little buzzed, and hungry, you're served without any hesitation.

Having unexpected problems with your boat.

Every once in a while you're hit with technical difficulties, no matter what type of watercraft you have. This is one of the most annoying setbacks when you're looking forward to just having a carefree day on the water, but it's bound to happen. This is just one of the joys that come along with being a boat owner.

Having a name for your boat unique to you and your life.

One of the many interesting things that make up the lake culture is the fact that many people name their boats. They can range from basic to funny, but they are unique to each and every owner, and often have interesting and clever meanings behind them.

There's no better place you'd rather be in the summer.

Summer is your all-time favorite season, mostly because it's spent at the lake. Whether you're floating in the cool water under the sun, or taking a boat ride as the sun sets, you don't have a care in the world at that moment . The people that don't understand have probably never experienced it, but it's what keeps you coming back every year.

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why i chose a small school over a big university..

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin ." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

1. My school is incredibly unique.

There are so many different kinds of people that each bring something really special to contribute to the school which makes it so unique.

2. I am not just a number at my school.

I am a student that my professors know about and I like knowing that my professors can watch my progress.

3. I feel like I am contributing something to the community.

I like feeling like I can make a difference on my campus.

4. I really do feel like it is my home away from home.

It isn't just my school. It is absolutely my home away from home. I feel so comfortable there and it was as hard of an adjustment as I had thought it would be.

5. My professors know me and I feel that I can easily communicate with them.

I feel like they will do anything to help students succeed. I can always go to my professors. I like knowing that I have someone looking out for me.

6. The incredible people I've met

The people I have met at my school, even after my first year, have made such a huge impact on me. I know that these are people that I will stay friends with long after college is done.

7. Opportunities

My school offers so many different opportunities to get involved in things around campus. Even writing for the Odyssey was an opportunity offered to me by my school and I decided to challenge myself by writing an article. Turns out, I really enjoy writing. I might not have had this opportunity at a bigger school.

8. Students want to learn

I feel as though I am not just learning inside the classroom at my school. I am learning outside the classroom to from my fellow classmates who want to engage about the things we have learned.

9. Ability to join a sorority and have a house full of people I know I can talk to anytime I need to

I wasn't sure if being in a sorority was something I was interested in but when I met the amazing people in the sorority and how inclusive it was, I knew that it was going to be a good thing for me. The people I've met in my sorority have been so amazing.

10. I have figured out how I learn best because my school offers so many different ways of learning.

Because of the smaller class sizes, there is more flexibility in the way the class is taught. This was helpful because I was able to try out different ways of learning and figure out which way I learn best.

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Write An Emotional Thank You Letter To Your Amazing Friend With These 17 Heartfelt Examples

First of all, look at you being a wonderful person and researching how to write a quality thank you note to a best friend.

We applaud you and your kindness.

Second of all, we get it.

Sometimes, finding the perfect words to express your feelings can be downright excruciating — because writing emotional, authentic missives is hard!

So today, we’re breaking down how to pen a heartfelt thank you letter to a friend.

Then we’ll wrap things up with a few examples.

Why Should You Send a Thank You Letter to a Friend?

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Friends are hard to come by. Truth be told, most of the people in our lives don’t qualify.

Sure, some folks have a stable of associates on call to pad party numbers (and soothe their popularity insecurities) — but genuine friendship is rare.

That may sound wrong in this age of social media, where having hundreds of followers is the norm.

But according to recent studies, very few folks have more than four close friends, and people who present themselves as popular count their acquaintances as friends.

Even more telling: 49% of people have only one or two close pals.

Why are we mentioning friend statistics? It highlights the importance of showering your ride-or-die confidants with love and affection.

Taking the time to express your appreciation will:

Boost your friend’s self-confidence, one of the foundational pillars of good mental health
Convey to your buddy they’re loved
Alleviate feelings of loneliness for your pal
Make you feel good for brightening someone else’s day

How To Write a Thank You Letter to a Friend

You understand the benefits of sending thank you letters to friends, but do you know how to write one?

Putting thoughts to paper (or screen) is deceptively tricky. When folks sit down to scribe, the words often get stuck in a linguistic jam somewhere between Intended Sentiment and Tip of the Tongue / Pen / Fingertips .

Does that sound like you? Fear not. Below, we’re breaking down the steps of writing a heartfelt note to a friend.

The job becomes much easier with a bit of planning and brainstorming.

Step one is picking the medium. Will you send a card, hand-written letter, email, or text?

If your friend has limitations that make one option more accessible, be mindful and pick the most convenient choice for them.

If not, consider going the hand-written route. It’s the sweet, sentimental option.

Before writing the actual letter, brainstorm about what you want to say.

Do a stream-of-consciousness exercise where you write down the thoughts that pop into your head when thinking of the friend in question.

Brainstorming often gives way to creative ideas and heartfelt emotions that will personalize the letter and make it more meaningful.

Now, it’s time to write the first draft. Type it, write it in a journal, or use scrap paper.

Give yourself permission to write terribly. The point of the first draft is to get thoughts out in a semi-logical format. You’ll massage the message while editing.

Once the first draft is done, set it aside for at least an hour. If you’re not in a rush, let it rest for an entire day.

The more space you put between the initial and edited versions, the more likely you will catch mistakes and come up with clever ways to express yourself.

Editing is the essence of writing. So take your time, and, if need be, play with your word choices a bit more till you love it. Once you have the exact letter you want , make the final copy.

The last step of writing an emotional letter to a dear friend is adding personal touches. Sign off by referencing an inside joke or include a meaningful picture.

If you want to tickle your friend's olfactory senses, and you're sending a card or hand-written note, douse it in a spritz of perfume.

17 Emotional Thank You Letters to a Friend With Examples

Your intentions are pure, but writing isn’t your forte. That’s fine! To help out, below, we’ve included over a dozen “thank you letters for a friend examples.”

Feel free to use them as is — but don’t be afraid to make personalization tweaks.

1. Thank You for Being You

I love you, [Name]. You’re a true-blue friend who always extends a shoulder to cry on and a sympathetic ear. Where I’d be without you, only heaven knows. You’re a saint who endures my ramblings when problems descend, and you always cheer loudly for every little success that lands in my lap.

You’re an incredible person and a sensational pal. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your life. I couldn’t be more grateful for your love, care, effort, and affection.

2. My Bestie Forever

What would I do without you? You are my person – the one who really gets me and knows me better than I know myself. I am so grateful for your friendship. Every day, I think about how incredible it is that we met each other and that we can share so much.

You have been there for me through some of my darkest moments, and I want you to know that you can always count on me to be there for you.

On a lighter note, you make me laugh so hard that milk comes out of my nose (well, maybe Diet Coke). And that’s a true skill. I love you forever and always!

3. You Never Judge

So many people perpetually point their fingers at others — forever overlooking the ones pointing back at them.

You’re different — a rarity, a good person who understands that everyone goes through tough times. You don’t judge or condescend, and you’re helpful whenever possible.

That kindness supported me over the past year when life decided to shell me with lousy luck, monster challenges, and unexpected plot twists. You helped me realize I’m a better person for it because tough times make stronger, kinder, and more resilient people.

I’d have never made it through without you, and I cannot thank you enough.

4. You’re a Superhero

You’re the [queen/king] of going above and beyond! It’s your superpower, and I feel so blessed to be in your circle of trust.

When things got rough last week, you were right by my side with a pint of ice cream and the perfect quips to boost my mood.

I must have done something remarkable in a past life to deserve your friendship, and I know that all the goodness and kindness you show others means you’re bound to be the Queen of Sheba in your next life.

5. Thank You From the Bottom of My Heart

I wish there were something more I could do to express my eternal gratitude for [insert thing they helped you with]. No matter what happens — even if it’s my fault — you’re always there to pick me up, dust me off, and help me get back on track.

You’re an incredible person with otherworldly patience, which is only part of what makes you such a wonderful friend — that and your killer jokes.

Love you, lady!

6. You’re So Busy But Always Come Through

Can I ask: What superfood do you consume that allows you to be everywhere at once?

I wanted to thank you properly for stepping up for us the other day. You have the busiest schedule of anyone I know, yet you managed to come through in a giant way. You’re a true friend, and having you in our lives feels like a divine gift.

We want to shower you with praise and love in person. So how about dinner on Friday night? Our treat, of course.

7. Friend Appreciation Day

Did you know the first Sunday in August is Friend Appreciation Day? When I heard this, my first thought was: Hmmm, what will I do for [insert friend’s name]!?

You immediately crossed my mind because you’re the most caring, kind, unassuming, reliable, and thoughtful friend on the planet. I could have kept going, but I know how you feel about compliments. 🙂

Let me treat you to something special next Sunday. If anyone deserves a friendship shower, it’s you.

8. I Miss You

Hey, friend! Long time, little talk, and I miss you tremendously.

Not only could I use an afternoon laughing and basking in your unmatchable wit, but I definitely need one of those famous hugs you only dole out to your favorite people.

I can never go too long without a healthy dose of [insert friend’s name] because you’re magical, brilliant, and everything a person could ever ask for in a pal.

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16 Thank You Messages for Friends (Thoughtful & Meaningful)

Having remarkable friends makes life that much more meaningful. Good friends enrich our lives by being there for us when we need them most. Whether it’s to lend a helping hand, share a kind word, or be a pillar of emotional strength, true friends always prove reliable.

Since true friends make such a positive difference to our lives, they deserve our gratitude and unending thanks. But it’s not always easy to put our sentiments into words—to know how to say thank you to a friend. That’s exactly why this article was written.

In this article, you will find example thank you messages and letters to send friends in different situations. You’ll also learn how to customize thank you messages to friends to make them more special.

For practical help
For emotional support
For best friends
For gifts received
For friends with a sense of humor
For Christian friends

Customizing thank you messages

Common questions, thank you messages to send friends in different situations.

Friends support one another in many different ways. There’s never a shortage of things to be thankful for when it comes to quality friendships.

Below are some examples of how to say thank you to a friend in different scenarios:

For a friend who has helped you in a practical way

Sometimes friends step in when you’re at your wits’ end and desperately need someone to do you a favor. Some examples include helping with babysitting, house-sitting, moving houses, and running errands.

When thanking a friend who has gone out of their way to help you, let them know how their kindness lightened your load. You can also offer to return the favor.

Example thank you messages for practical support:

Katy, I wanted to express my sincere gratitude to you for bringing me dinner and collecting my medication while I was ill. It was such a relief that I could stay in bed when I was feeling so weak. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for looking after the kids last night. George and I hadn’t had an evening to ourselves in months. It felt great to finally be able to relax! We’d be happy to return the favor and sit Braidy for you.

For a friend who has supported you emotionally

Friends who have been there for you through thick and thin deserve a heartfelt thank you. Not everyone has friends like these. If you have friends who consistently support you through difficult times and who celebrate with you when you’re doing well, you have a lot to be grateful for.

You can let these friends know just how much you appreciate them by sending them an emotional thank you message.

Example thank you messages for emotional support:

Words can’t express how much our friendship means to me. I feel so fortunate to have a friend like you in my life. You’ve always been there for me, no matter what. Thank you for your unfailing support.
You have been such a pillar of strength for me during this difficult time. I don’t know how I would have pulled through these last few months without your support. From the bottom of my heart, I want to say thank you for all that you have done for me.

Diagram resembling an atom. Emotive adjectives seem like electrons: wonderful, outstanding, beautiful, incredible, amazing.

For a best friend to show your appreciation

Best friends deserve the most praise since they are the ones we value and admire above all. Birthdays and the start of a new year offer great opportunities to send some words of appreciation to a best friend.

When sending a thank you message to your best friend, write about what makes them unique. Why are they your best friend?

Example thank you messages for best friends:

Happy birthday, Jess! On this special day, I remember all of the things that make you so wonderful. You are such a thoughtful and caring person. You always know exactly what to do or say to make me smile when I’m feeling down. I admire your positivity and your ability to laugh your way through life’s challenges. Thank you for being my best friend.
Happy New Year, Mark! Having a best friend like you makes life that much better. Thanks for showing me what it means to enjoy life to the fullest and for being the best travel companion. I’m so glad that we have the same travel bucket list, and I can’t wait to discover more of Asia with you this year.

If you don’t have a BFF but would like to, you might like this article on how to get a best friend .

For a friend who bought you a gift

Sending thoughtful thank you notes or cards to friends when birthday, Christmas, or wedding gifts had been received was once the norm. These days, it seems that people have moved on from this tradition. Sending personalized notes through the mail requires a lot of effort compared to sending generic thank you texts or emails in bulk. Mode of delivery aside, your friends would appreciate a sincere thank you for their generosity.

When it comes to sending a thank you message to your friends for a gift they gave you, tell them what you like about the gift. A creative way to say thank you for their gift (if you want to go the extra mile) could be to send a picture of the gift being used along with your message.

Example thank you messages for gifts:

Dear Jenny, Thank you so much for the beautiful scarf. I’ve worn it just about every day on our trip. I love the color, and the design is so unique. You know me so well!

A postcard with a person using a scarf he received as a gift from a friend. The message says how much he enjoyed the scarf.

Dear Mike, Thank you for your donation to our honeymoon fund. As you can see, we are enjoying some Margaritas in paradise—on you! We can’t wait to show you the rest of our pictures once we get back.

A postcard showing a couple drinking by the beach, with a thank-you-message to a friend who donated to their honeymoon fund.

For a friend with a good sense of humor

If you share the same sense of humor as your friend, sending a funny thank you message could really make their day. These kinds of thank you messages work best when you want to thank your friend for something relatively small that deserves appreciation nonetheless.

Example funny thank you messages:

I would say you’re the greatest, but you already think I’m the greatest. On a serious note — thank you!
Since you’re always doing wonderful things and I’m always sending you thank-you cards, I finally got organized and bought a box of 500 in bulk. No pressure.
If you knew how awesome you were, you’d be way more conceited. Thank goodness you’re not too bright. Just kidding! Thank you.

If you’re going to send any of these messages to a friend, it should be a friend you know very well. You should know them well enough to be sure that they would not be offended by this type of humor.

For a Christian friend

If you and your friend share the same Christian faith, they may appreciate a religious-inspired thank you message.

Example religious thank you messages:

I asked God to place a special friend in my life, and He gave me you. Now you’ve become one of my greatest blessings, and I thank God every day for you.
Thank you for being there for me in my darkest hour. You have a heart that reflects the love and compassion of Jesus.

Another idea could be to use inspirational quotes about gratitude from scripture and then expand on them. Like this:

1 Chronicles 16:34 says: “Give thanks to the Lord for He is good. His love endures forever.” I am so thankful to our God for giving me a friend like you. What an amazing testimony to His goodness.
1 Corinthians 9:11 says: “You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us, your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.” I thank God for giving me such a kind-hearted and generous friend. Thank you for the book. It was just what I needed.

If you want to send a thank you message to your friend that they will cherish, it will require a bit of effort. Although time-consuming, customizing your message will make it so much more meaningful to the friend reading it.

Here are 4 tips on how to write the perfect, customized thank you message for a friend:

1. Make it personal

Your friend will feel much more appreciated if you acknowledge how they helped you and the impact their help really had. Don’t just say thank you, be more specific.

Don’t say: “Thanks for helping me this weekend,”

Instead, say: “Thank you so much for helping me pack up my apartment. I don’t know how I would have done it alone. It would have easily taken me double the time.”

2. Include a picture, quote, or meme

If you want to be a bit more creative and go that extra mile, send a picture, relevant quote, or meme with your message.

Say your friend bought you a clock for your new office. When you send them a thank you message, send them a picture of the clock hanging up in your office, too. Another idea could be to send them a friendship quote that expresses how you feel and which you can expand on.

Phone showing: "A good friend is like a 4-leaf clover. Hard to find and lucky to have", and "Thanks for being my friend".

3. Make it about them

You can make a thank-you message more sincere by highlighting your friend’s personal qualities. Let them know what it is that you admire about them.

Say they got you a spa voucher after a bad break-up. What does this gesture say about them? Maybe it says that they are thoughtful and generous—two admirable qualities that you could mention in your message.

4. Include a gift card

Sending a tangible token of appreciation in the form of a small gift or voucher (if you have the means) is another great way to customize a thank-you message. If a friend has gone out of their way to support you, it’s natural to want to give back.

Don’t give a generic voucher or gift. Put some thought into it! Say your friend loves flowers. Don’t just get them any flowers—get them their favorite type.

Here are some other ideas:

If your friend loves books, get them a bookstore voucher.
If your friend loves shopping on Amazon, get them an Amazon voucher.
If they love brownies, get them a voucher for a gourmet brownie store.

A gift card with a big "Thank You" followed by "For being an amazing friend".

Is it weird to say thank you for being a friend?

Research suggests that showing appreciation towards another person promotes social bonding. [ 1 ] Thanking your friend for the positive impact they have had on your life can be considered part of a healthy friendship.

How do you say thank you in a unique way?

If you want to be a bit different, go old-school. Send your friend a hand-written letter via regular mail. If you have even more time on your hands, create a scrapbook of memories that expresses your gratitude for many years of friendship.

If you decide to go that way, you might find our article on how to write a letter to a friend inspiring.

Adler, M. G., & Fagley, N. S. (2005). Appreciation: individual differences in finding value and meaning as a unique predictor of subjective well-being. Journal of Personality , 73 (1), 79–114. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-6494.2004.00305.x

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55 Heartfelt Ways to Say ‘Thank You for Being a Friend’

Updated 12/26/2023

Published 05/19/2020

Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

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In the whirlwind of our daily lives, it can be all too easy to overlook the significance of those who stand by us, offering comfort, laughter, and support. Simply saying "Thank you for being a friend" can carry immense weight and go a long way in expressing the gratitude we feel for those who turn ordinary moments into extraordinary memories. You might be looking for a way to say "Thank you for being a friend" that is as unique as the person you're thanking.

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In this article, we'll share many different ways to express your thanks to someone who's important in your life, from popular quotes to unique messages. Choose the option that best reflects how you feel about your friend, or use these as inspiration to craft a message of your own. Ultimately what's important is that you simply take the time to say "thanks."

Oprah Winfrey quote as an example of how to say 'thank you for being a friend' surrounded by flowers and leaves

Show your friends how much they are appreciated by sharing a heartfelt quote through text or social media. Here are some quotes from poets, novelists, philosophers, and others who have a knack for words that speak about friendship’s importance.

Include one of these quotes in a thank you letter to your best friend or post one on your Facebook page.

1. “Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another, ‘What! You too? I thought I was the only one.'” — C.S. Lewis

C.S. Lewis was the author of the Narnia series as well as books about Christian apologetics. Lewis was friends with J.R.R. Tolkien, who wrote “The Hobbit” and the “Lord of the Rings” series. Of course, these two men probably had plenty of commonalities with which to form a friendship.

2. “Keep away from those who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you believe that you too can become great.” — Mark Twain

Mark Twain may have had doubters in his ranks when he attempted to make a career out of writing. Thankfully, Twain must have also had friends who encouraged him to tell his stories.

3. “Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down.” — Oprah Winfrey

Value the friendships that survive the bad times of your life. Those friendships are particularly worthwhile.

4. “Growing apart doesn’t change the fact that for a long time we grew side by side; our roots will always be tangled. I’m glad for that.” — Ally Condie

As you go through life, your friends may come and go. Even if you didn’t mean to lose touch with one of your friends, it happens. Share this quote with a friend who you don’t often get to see.

5. “There is nothing better than a friend unless it is a friend with chocolate.” — Linda Grayson

We also hold friends with wine in high esteem.

6. “We cannot tell the precise moment when friendship is formed. As in filling a vessel drop by drop, there is, at last, a drop which makes it run over; so in a series of kindnesses there is at last one which makes the heart run over.” — Ray Bradbury

Share this with a friend who has filled you with joy throughout the years.

7. “A friend is someone who knows all about you and still loves you.” Elbert Hubbard

Share this quote with a friend who accepts your idiosyncrasies.

8. “A friend is one that knows you as you are, understands where you have been, accepts what you have become, and still, gently allows you to grow.” — Unknown

This quote has been attributed to William Shakespeare, but scholars say this has been in error. Even though the Bard did not write these beautiful words, they are an apt description of a perfect friendship.

9. “Only your real friends will tell you when your face is dirty.” — Sicilian Proverb

This quote would be personalized easily. Real friends also tell you when you have something between your teeth or when you are making a fool of yourself.

10. “I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was 12.” — Stephen King

Do these words sound familiar? They are from the movie “Stand By Me.” Share this quote with your childhood friends.

Example of a funny thank you message for a friend with an image of flowers

A true friend knows when it is time to laugh and when it is time to be serious. Here are some lighthearted thank you messages to share with a friend when life is getting too sober. You may want to share these when sending funny birthday wishes to a special person in your life.

11. Friendship is like a flower in the garden of life. Haha. Just kidding. Thanks for not getting too annoyed with me when I’m acting obnoxious. You’re the best.

Some friends enjoy the sentiments written in Hallmark cards and some don’t. Know your audience as you send a heartfelt message to a friend.

12. You don’t annoy me as much as most people do.

If you are known for having a sarcastic sense of humor, don’t disappoint your friends by sending messages that are too flowery.

13. You are such a wonderful friend. Thank you for being there for me. But would you please learn some new jokes? Yours are getting old.

You may want to pair a sweet message with a slight criticism to get a laugh out of your friend. You could also make fun of your friend’s taste in music or cooking skills.

14. We’ll be friends until we die. You know too many of my secrets, so I have to keep you close by.

Do you share everything with your friend? Then this may be the perfect quote to describe your relationship.

15. You’re like my favorite candy bar: half sweet and half nuts.

Everyone needs a nutty friend in his life. You can’t be serious all the time.

16. Thank you for being the cheese on the pizza of life.

Share this message with your best friend — unless you’re lactose intolerant.

17. Thank God I finally found someone who laughs at my jokes instead of giving me weird looks.

Do you consider yourself “weird?” Weird people need weird friends.

18. Thanks for laughing hysterically when I fall and telling me when I have mustard on my face. These are the signs of a true friend.

Good friends will also tell you when you are overreacting or when someone else is treating you poorly.

19. Thanks for sticking with me, even though your mom warned you to stay away from me.

Between you and your friend, which one is the bad influence?

20. Thank you for offering me free therapy for all these years. I couldn’t afford to stay this sane otherwise.

Share this sentiment with a friend who is a great listener and never judges you for your choices.

Example of a sweet thank you message for a friend with an image of flowers

Who is your best friend? Is it the person you would create a best friend bucket list with or someone you complain to after a difficult day? Here are sweet messages to share with your best friend.

21. I am so thankful that you are in my life.

You don’t have to use flowery language to tell someone you care.

22. You are the best friend I’ve ever had.

You may feel as if your best friend is your soulmate.

23. Thank you for making the ordinary moments in life extraordinary.

Even the most mundane trip to the coffee shop can be fantastic if you go with the right person.

24. Life is better with you.

What person in your life puts a smile on your face?

25. There are no words to express how much I appreciate and value our friendship.

Perhaps you can’t find the perfect quote or the right adjective to describe your friendship.

Example of how to thank a friend during hard times surrounded by flowers and leaves

Was your friend there for you during your cancer treatments, your divorce, or the death of your mom? A good friend shows support even when life throws you a curveball. Here are some phrases to use when thanking a friend.

26. I don’t know how I could have survived the last year without you. Thank you for being there for me.

You don’t have to list everything your friend has done for you. Simply thank your friend for being there.

27. Thank you for literally holding my hand during this challenging period in my life.

Your best friend knows the right way to calm you during a tumultuous time.

28. Even though I don’t always acknowledge you, I know you are right behind me, ready to catch me when I fall.

It’s always helpful knowing there’s someone behind you when you are teetering.

29. Thanks for being a ray of sunshine on cloudy days.

Everyone has bad days, so thank your friend for being there on those not-so-sunny days.

30. Thanks for having my back.

A good friend doesn’t gossip about you with other people.

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Example of how to thank a friend with images of flowers

You shouldn’t need an occasion to say thank you for being a friend. Here are some ways to express gratitude — just because.

31. You’re the best.

It’s simple but says it all.

32. Thank you for walking through life with me.

Best friends are the people who want to hear about your trip to the grocery store or some other mundane task.

33. I am grateful that you are in my life.

A grateful person is a happy person.

34. I value and treasure our friendship.

If you truly treasure your friend, make sure you tell him or her periodically.

35. Thank you for being a friend.

Instead of just saying, “Thank you for being a friend,” you could sing the “Golden Girls” theme song to your bestie.

Are you struggling to know what to get a friend for a birthday? Gift-giving is sometimes tricky – especially when the person is particular or has everything they need. That’s why many people turn to gift cards, even if a gift card isn’t a particularly personal present.

We have an excellent idea of how to personalize your boring gift. Why not write a heartfelt letter to your friend, thanking them for their love, support, and encouragement through the years?

Sure, your friend may laugh at the gesture and roll their eyes – especially if they are people unused to showing emotion. However, your letter might be something they keep for the rest of their lives.

Here are some messages to write in a “thank you for being a friend” birthday message.

36. I couldn’t decide what to get you for your birthday. I can’t afford the types of gifts you deserve. So, instead, I decided to make a list of why you have been (and always will be) my best friend.

Finish with a long list of characteristics that make your loved one special.

37. Happy birthday, dear friend! I hope you realize that you are a blessing to many in this world! Thank you for being you!

You may not be the only person who is thankful for your friend.

38. I know I am supposed to give you a gift on your birthday. However, your friendship makes me feel that I have received the biggest and best gift! Thanks for being such an important part of my life!

Tell your friend what a gift their friendship has been to you.

39. I can’t wait to celebrate your birthday soon! Thanks for being such a fantastic friend!

Do you only have a minute to text your friend a birthday message? Use that minute to say something heartfelt to your friend.

Many of the messages we have already crafted for this article could be considered heartfelt or emotional. After all, most people understand the value of a good friend.

Do you have little practice with sharing your emotions? Let us help.

40. My recent experience with cancer has inspired me to share my feelings with others. So, I wanted to let you know how much I have appreciated your friendship all these years. You’re the best friend anyone could ask for, and I love you!

Don’t be afraid to break out the “L” word when telling a friend how you feel.

41. I feel so fortunate that we found each other in fourth grade. I’m not sure how I would have survived my teen years without you. You are the sunshine in my life. Thanks for being there for me.

Celebrate old friendships, even if you aren’t as close as you once were.

42. Friends come and go – except for you. Thanks for being more than a Facebook friend!

You may have hundreds of Facebook friends, but how many of them would be there for you when a relationship falls apart, or a parent dies?

43. I’m sorry I haven’t been present lately. I know I have been horrible about returning texts and calls. I am also sorry I have backed out on plans several times at the last minute. Thank you for being patient with me and pretending that I hadn’t been the biggest jerk in the world when we finally hung out together. Thanks, friend! I have missed you!

Do you need to apologize for being a lousy friend lately? Here’s how to do it.

44. I was so scared when you were in the hospital with Covid. All I could focus on was that I had never told you how important you are to me. Thank you, friend, for being such an amazing, caring, fantastic, funny friend. I am so lucky to have you in my life.

Illnesses and serious accidents sometimes spur people into sharing their emotions with others.

It’s easier now than ever to maintain a friendship with someone far away. However, friendships take work – no matter how far away you live from the other person. Here are some “thanks for being a friend” messages for someone moving to another city, state, or country.

45. I would like to say, “we’ll keep in touch.” However, we both know how these things go. So instead, I would like to thank you for being such a fantastic friend for the last three years. I will miss you, and I hope we can stay close.

A friend who is moving may hear many people offer the platitude, “we’ll stay in touch!” Stand out by being realistic about how difficult this can be and thank them for their friendship.

46. I’m going to miss you so much! I sent you a calendar appointment for a call every other Thursday morning so that we can stay in touch. I appreciate our friendship, and I want to keep it!

As we said earlier, friendship takes work. One way to maintain a friendship from afar is to schedule meetings in advance.

47. Seattle is lucky to get you! You are smart, wickedly funny, and gorgeous. Chicago won’t be the same without your shining presence! Thanks for lighting up our city for the past four years. We will miss you!

While this sentiment is too long to have printed on a cake, you can certainly write this thank you message in a card or letter.

48. You’re moving away, and that stinks. However, you won’t be able to get rid of me that easily. Thanks for being such a wonderful friend. I look forward to years of friendship to come.

Here’s another way to say, “we’ll stay in touch.”

If your workplace feels intolerable when your favorite coworker is absent for the day, thank them for being a friend. Here are some things to say to turn a coworker into a friend.

49. You make this place bearable! Thank you for being the best coworker and friend a girl could have!

You may feel that it is you and your friend against the world. Here is one way to tell a coworker how much you appreciate their presence.

50. I am lucky to work with so many great people – people I am proud to call “friends.” Thank you, all, for making Smith and Smith a great place to work!

Do you have the opportunity to address all of your friends at work? You can send a general statement in an email or over Slack.

51. Work wasn’t the same when you were on vacation. My productivity went up, but I was a grumpy bear without you. Thanks for being such a good work companion! Promise you’ll never quit!

Send a text to your coworker so they know they are missed.

52. Thanks for picking up the slack when I was going through problems at home. You are more than a coworker – you are a great friend! I’ll be there for you if you need me!

Did your friend cover for you at work while you were going through a difficult time? Thank those people for their help and friendship.

53. Even though I understand why you are taking the job with Smith and Henson, I can’t help but be a little sad and disappointed. I’ll miss seeing you every day! You have become one of my closest friends.

One tricky thing about work friendships is that they sometimes fall apart when one of the friends leaves the workplace.

Are you taking our advice and writing a lengthy card or letter to thank someone for being a friend? However, don’t just copy our words. Instead, write from the heart. Here’s some inspiration to help you get started.

54. I knew the first time I met you that we would be great friends! In fact, I could tell immediately by your reaction to the NKOTB song that came on the radio. Of course, that was just three years ago, but I feel like I have known you all my life.

You came into my life just when i needed you most. all of my college friends were married and were beginning to have kids. i hadn’t yet met michael. i felt lonely in a new city. thankfully, you took pity on me and invited me to some of your parties. you didn’t know it at the time, but i looked forward to those gatherings all week. , thanks for being such a good friend to me when i needed one. i probably would have packed up and moved after the first month here if you hadn’t taken me under your wing. .

Your friend may not know how much you appreciate their friendship. Let them know!

55. I know you are going through a difficult time right now, and I wish there were something I could do to take your pain away – but I can’t. I wanted to let you know I am proud of you for being so strong. Being the caretaker for a cancer patient is difficult, but you are a good daughter. Even though your mom can’t tell you that right now, I’m sure that’s how she feels.

I also wanted to tell you how much i appreciate your friendship. i know you feel bad that you couldn’t celebrate my birthday with me last week, but i completely understand. you’ll be my best friend forever – nothing can change that..

Busy schedules and important commitments complicate friendships. If you and your friend have been apart because of complex life events, reach out to them. Tell them you miss them and appreciate them.

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In a world that can feel like it's moving too fast, it's essential to take a moment and express gratitude to those who make our journey worthwhile. Friends are the unsung heroes of our lives, standing by us through thick and thin. Whether it's the everyday moments of laughter, the shared struggles, or the unwavering support during tough times, friends are the pillars of our lives. It's so important to tell people they're important to us while we have the chance.

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Essays About Best Friends: 5 Essay Examples and 7 Prompts

If you’re writing an essay and want to put your best friend in the spotlight, check out these essay examples on essays about best friends.

Best friends are those with whom we have formed a deep and unique bond. What makes them remarkably special is that we chose them unlike with family. For this, some even consider their best friends to be extensions of themselves.

We all trust our best friends wholeheartedly; that’s why they are the best people to confide in. And many of the lasting memories in our lives are those that we create with them. These memories could be filled with waves of boisterous laughter or even the most piercing pain when your friendship is tested.

Read on and find essay examples and prompts that could motivate you to write about best friends.

5 Essay Examples

1. how friendships change in adulthood by julie beck, 2. diamonds are not this girl’s best friend by courtney carver, 3. how to tell your best friend you’re in love with them – by those who have taken the plunge by sirin kale, 4. my best friend died: a real-life guide to coping by gabrielle applebury, 5. is it normal to not have a best friend by viktor sander, 7 helpful writing prompts on essays about best friends, 1. describe your best friend, 2. hanging out with your best friend , 3. long distance friendship, 4. cutting off toxic best friends, 5. falling in love with your best friend, 6. famous literary friendships, 7. a dog is a man’s best friend.

“Hanging out with a set of lifelong best friends can be annoying, because the years of inside jokes and references often make their communication unintelligible to outsiders. But this sort of shared language is part of what makes friendships last.”

The above essay delves into the evolution of friendship throughout the different stages of our lives, from childhood and teen years to family life and retirement. While we have all deferred a meetup with friends several times to attend to family and work, many people still treat their friendship as stable and continuous, even in long lapses in communication.

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“My best friend is a magical, rooftop sunrise. My best friend is the ocean. My best friend is a hike in the mountains. My best friend is a peaceful afternoon. My best friend is a really good book. My best friend is laughter. My best friend is seeing the world. My best friend is time with people I love.”

This essay takes on a broader definition of a “best friend,” deriving from Marilyn Monroe’s famous quote: “Diamond are a girl’s best friend.” From having excessive material wants for every occasion, the author realizes that the greatest “friends” in life are not material things but the simple joys that nature and love can bring.

“It was supposed to go the way things do in the movies. Nora would tell her best friend that she loved him, he would feel the same way and then they would kiss – preferably in the rain. So when the 30-year-old arts manager declared her love for her best friend when they were still teenagers, she expected a happy ending.”

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The essay by Srirn Kale treats its readers to compelling stories of best friends ending up in marriage and those parting ways because of unrequited love. But, before taking the bold step of declaring your love for your best friend, a relationship guru advises lovers first to read the signs that signal any reciprocity of these deep feelings.

“Losing a best friend may be one of the most difficult and heartbreaking experiences you have in your lifetime. If you aren’t sure how to process that your best friend died, know that there are many healthy options when it comes to coping with this type of loss.”

Coping with losing a best friend could lead to depression or even suicidal thoughts, especially if your best friend means the world to you. Some coping tips include journaling your grieving process to understand your emotions and confusion better and doing things that can relive your best friend’s memories.

“If you are happy with the friends you currently have, there’s no need to try making a best friend for the sake of it. You might have friends but no best friend; that’s perfectly OK. It’s not necessary to have a BFF.”

Not everyone has a best friend. Some would find this fact hard to believe, but a YouGov survey has shown that 1 in 5 of the US population claims to have no close friends. The essay, therefore, explores the reasons for this friendlessness and gives tips on building a bond with potential best friends, starting with your existing circle of acquaintances.

Check out our top writing prompts to help you celebrate and write about best friends.

Essays About Best Friends: Describe your best friend

Begin this essay by describing what your best friend looks like and what traits you like most about them. Then, given these qualities, would you consider your best friend a role model? Your essay can also answer how similar you and your best friend are and what things you both agree on. But if you have more differences than similarities, write how you deal with them or put them aside.

In this essay, describe your favorite ways to hang out with your best friend. What do you like doing together? Describe what a day spent with your best friend looks like and which part you like most about your dates. If your conversations draw your mutual admiration for each other, then talk about what topics make you talk for hours on end and their perspectives on things that you find fascinating.

Do different time zones make friends grow apart? Or does distance make the heart grow fonder? First, interview two to three people whose best friends moved to a different country or city. Next, learn how frequently they communicate with each other. Finally, compile these stories and make a smooth transition to each one such that the structure highlights the challenges of long-distance friendships and how each set of friends gets by.

Discarding best friends is a hard decision. But it is also brave if you feel they are dragging you down. For this prompt, you can pose a list of questions readers can ask themselves to grasp the situation better. For example, is your friend doing you more harm than good? Have you set boundaries that they find hard to respect? Then, explain how reflecting on each question can help one determine when it is time to cut some ties loose.

Falling in love with your best friend can only end in two scenarios: a happy ever after or an end of a beautiful relationship. Expanding on our essay prompt above, list down more tips to know when it is best to confront your best friend about your feelings or work hard to quash your emotions for the continuity of the relationship.

Pick out best friends from novels that formed friendships that touched you the most. They could be Harry, Ron, Hermoine of Harry Potter, Frodo, Sam of the Lord Of The Rings, or even Sherlock and Watson From The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes. First, describe what it is in their friendship that you find most riveting. Then, narrate events that served as the biggest tests to their friendships and how they conquered these challenges.

What about dogs that some people find more lovable than others? Answer this in your essay by outlining the traits that make a dog the ideal best friend. For one, their loyalty makes us confident that they will not betray us. If you have a dog, write about the qualities that make your dog a reliable and fun companion. Then, narrate events when your dog proved to be your best friend.

If you’re still stuck, check out our general resource of essay writing topics .

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100+ Thank You Messages For Friends – Appreciation Quotes

There is nothing weird about saying, “Thank you for being my friend” to your friend. Well, it may appear odd to some people, but don’t your friends deserve some appreciation messages for the things they do to cheer you up or just for being by your side? So why not send a heartfelt thank you message to your friend? If you need a bit of help to go beyond the usual thank you messages, then check out our compilation of thank you messages for friends, which is full of heartwarming and appreciative words that you can use for your friends.

Thank You Messages For Friend

Thank you just for being there for me, for making me feel supported, loved, and cared for.

Thanks for always cheering me up whenever life knocks me down. Thank you so much for being my friend!

I never feel lonely because of you guys. You guys always give me a place to belong. Thank you, my friends.

You are that person with whom I can share my tears and fears without any hesitation. Thanks, bestie!

I have been fortunate to come in contact with people like you. You, my friend, are truly beautiful and wonderful. Thank you for everything you’ve done for me.

Having someone who makes you laugh and cheers you up when you’re down is a great blessing. Thanks, my friend, for being that someone in my life.

There aren’t any proper words in my vocabulary that will help me to describe what you mean to me, my friend. Thank you for always being there for me.

Being in a friendship with you means celebration to me every day. Thanks a lot for adding so many good memories and times of happiness to my life.

Even though situations, times and life have changed over the years, but our friendship is still the same as before. Thanks for being such a sweet friend of mine.

I appreciate your love, kindness, and support! Thanks for being a part of my life my friend. Thank you for your wishes.

You are the brightest star that fades away from all the darkness around me. Thanks for everything you do!

Every time I need support in life, you’re always there standing behind me. So good to have you in my life, thank you for being my best friend! Thanks for sharing an awesome and crazy friendship that always makes me smile and never let me down.

No matter how far we may be, we’d always be close to each other’s hearts. I’m thankful to you for sharing such a wonderful bonding with me.

I don’t know what loneliness means, because sad and alone, I’ve never been. Through all of life’s murkiest corners and bends, I’ve always sailed through, because of you, my friend. Thanks.

You’ve always been extremely supportive to me through my trying times. I will always be thankful to you.

True friendship is one kind of rare gem. And I found it, all thanks to you.

You kept believing in me when I stopped believing in myself, which made me believe in myself once again. Thank you!

I have always found your shoulder whenever I needed someone to lean on! I am so thankful to you.

Life is beautiful because friends like you’re there. Every single word of yours inspires me and gives me new motivation. Thanks for understanding me better than me.

No doubt life has given me so many new faces and relationships. But nothing is as sweeter as our friendship my friend. I’m so lucky to call you my friend. Thanks for making friendship mean such a magical thing to me.

Thank you for celebrating my special day and making me feel special. Thank you is all I can say to you, dear friend.

You’re always there to hear me whether I was cracking a stupid joke, complaining about life or just blabbering. Thanks for being a non-judgmental listener and a true friend.

I wish to give you so much more than just a thank you note for the beautiful gift you gave me. I absolutely love it. Thank you, buddy.

Friends are people with keys to your heart. Thank you for holding the key and keeping it safe!

Though we’ve grown up, I still remember those sweet and naughty memories of our friendship. We did so much fun since our childhood. Thanks for everything, my best friend!

Thanks for standing by my side even when things get hard. I don’t know what I would do without you.

You’re a friendly lunatic. I love our madness in friendship. Thanks for making life fun-filled!

When the time wasn’t right and the sun wasn’t bright you happily stuck by my side and helped me to do things right. Thanks a lot, my friend!

Appreciation Message To Friends

I just wanted to say it loud that your existence is invaluable to me, and I appreciate everything about you.

You’ve added truckloads of joy, a bunch of happiness, and spread colors into my dull life. How can I not appreciate these!

I know it is not my first time saying this, but I just can’t stop thanking you for your wonderful presence and thoughtful efforts. Thank you.

Nothing makes me appreciate you more than being there for me through life’s ups and downs. Thank you, my dear friend, for always having my back!

I don’t think I would have been able to make it so far without your love, care, support, kindness, generosity, and every little or big thing. Thank You, friend.

You always believed in me and my dreams more than me; I am truly thankful for that.

After all the hardships of life, knowing that I have you guys gives me the strength to keep going.

I am truly thankful for your friendship; you always inspire me to be a better person.

Throughout my life, everyone could see the tears in my eyes, but only you could feel the pain in my heart. Thanks for being my best friend.

You mean a lot to me, you are truly caring. Thanks for being the shoulder I can always depend on.

My dear friend, thanks for walking with me when I needed support, thanks for walking ahead of me when I needed guidance and thanks for walking behind me when I needed someone to watch my back.

I am aware it is a big challenge for you to be on my side, but you never mention it. I’m so thankful!

Thank you for being my friend, you have filled my life with pleasure and amusement and had spread so many colors around it, I wish to walk along with you till the last moment of my life.

You’ve stuck by me through so many ups and downs and I want you to know that I’ll always be there for you. Tons of Thanks.

Without you my life would have been so tough and hard, there would have been no colors or cheers in it if you had not joined me. Thank you my best friend.

We have done everything together since childhood. Today I just want to thank you for being such a wonderful friend. I look forward to sharing many more of life’s lovely moments with you.

Thank you, my friend, for always understanding and knowing me better than I know myself.

Just like how a rainbow has no value without its bright colors and perfume has no value without its fragrance, my life has no value without a friend like you. Thanks for being my friend.

Heart Touching Thank You Message For Best Friend

You already know it, but still, I will say it. You are the best gift life has gifted to me. Thanks for everything you do!

Thanks for being such a kind and supportive friend to me. I am so blessed to have such a wonderful person by my side as my best friend!

You might think I am crazy after hearing this! You make my world a lot brighter and lovelier. Thank you just for existing!

Some people can’t pass a day without coffee or tea. And I can’t spend a day without you! Thank you, best friend.

I don’t know how my life would have turned out if you weren’t my friend. I hope that the kindness you showed me will be returned to you a hundred times over. Thank you so much, friend.

heart touching thank you message for best friend

Probably, all of us secretly want a person who gets us. Luckily, I found someone like you. With you, my soul feels at ease. You’re someone with whom I can be the truest version of myself. And for that, you have my sincere gratitude.

Bestie, your hugs always heal all my struggles. Thank you for being there.

Thank you for bearing my burdens, sharing laughter, and constantly caring for me. Thank you for being my best friend.

Here’s a thank you and tons of love from the bottom of my heart. However, it has no bottom for you.

There are so many people in the world, but you choose me as your best friend makes me feel very lucky. Thank you.

heart touching thank you messages for best friend

You help me cope with the ups and downs of life. I’m so thankful to you for everything. Thank you for being my friend.

Thank you for being there for me when I call you and need someone to just listen. It doesn’t matter where we are in this world or in our lives, I know you will always pick up.

Best friend, you always make me feel seen and heard. I am truly thankful to you.

You are not just my best friend but my eternal platonic soulmate. Thank you, my best friend, for coming into my life.

You always take care of me like a family; it’s true when people say best friends are family; we choose for ourselves. You are my family.

Thank You Quotes for Friends

“Let us be grateful to people who make us happy. They are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” – Marcel Proust

“Thank you! For sharing your childhood with me so I could experience the all joys that were missing in mine.” – Ginny Toole

“Here is a little thank you message from me to you. Thank you for being an amazing friend to me.”

“Thank you for touching my life in ways you never know. My riches do not lie in material wealth but in having friends like YOU.” – Unknown

“You are part of my story, memory and scenery, thank you.” – Kim Taehyung

“All my lifetime through, I’ll be thanking heaven for a special friend like you.” – Unknown

“You make my life way better just by being in it! Thanks for just being here with me in my life.”

“You could’ve had anyone in the world, but you chose me. Thank you.” – Anthony T. Hincks

“From the bottom of my heart, I thank you, and appreciate all you have done. Your generosity has given me new hope!” – Catherine Pulsifer

“I aspire to be that friend to you who can support you in your life the way you have always supported and helped me every step of the way. Thank you.” – WishesMsg

“Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light” – Helen Keller

“You have influenced my life in such a positive way words cannot express my appreciation. You are truly an inspiration.” – Catherine Pulsifer

“We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit.” – Albert Schweitzer

“You made me bloom into the person that I am today. I feel the luckiest just by having you. Thanks!”

“To me, you are a wall that shields me from every sorrow. Thank you for being my friend!”

“The greatest gift of life is friendship, and I have received it.” – Hubert H. Humphrey

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Thank You For Being a Friend

Thank you for being by my side and helping me in times of need. I will always remain indebted to you.

I cannot thank you enough, my friend, for being the one I can always count on and trust in my life. You have never let me down.

Being friends with such wonderful people makes me very happy. Cheers to a long life full of friendship and good memories.

Thanks for supporting me through my ups and down and helping me deal with all my issues. Thanks for being my friend as well as my well-wisher.

You are my secret diary. Thanks for keeping all my secrets and helping me to deal with all my issues when I had no idea what to do! Thanks for being my friend.

You are always there for me, and I appreciate that. Being your friend and having your blind support means everything to me.

Just a little note of gratitude for being the friend I always hoped for. You really have changed my life in a positive way.

Funny Thank You Messages For Friends

Your jokes are annoying, you’re totally crazy and too clingy, but I like you the way you’re. Thanks, buddy for being so weird.

Though you couldn’t fix all my problems, I got you always beside me to face them together. Thanks for being such comfortable support to me.

Who needs to go to a psychiatrist to share your mental problems when there’s a psycho friend like you! Thanks for being a crazy, stupid, and weird friend.

Thanks for accompanying me in the craziest stuff. Yeah, I think you should also thank me in return for this.

Crazy, wacky, silly but always there for me, love you, my friend and thank you for being there with me always.

Being friends with you makes me want to celebrate every day as Friendship Day . Thanks for adding truckloads of joy and happiness in my life, every day.

Sometimes I feel that you are my guardian angel. If you are, you are doing one hell of a job. Thanks, mate!

You’re someone I don’t mind sharing food with. Feel special, bitch.

Who knew that school would turn out to be an adoption center? Thank you for adopting me as your friend, LOL.

Thank you for doing your job as my therapist!

Just a normal thank you note to prove that I have good manners!

Thanks for putting up with my nonsense!

For much of my life, I have been a shy cat. I was scared of people. But you, my friend, treated me with kindness just like a vet.

It’s nice to have a buddy who constantly loses to you in video games. Thanks for sucking at video games. Love you.

I’m not a spelling bee champion, but I honestly think you’re A-M-A-Z-I-N-G.

Appreciation Message To A Group Of Friends

Your friendship has made me so much happier and more cheerful. I consider myself extremely lucky to have you guys in my life.

My home isn’t a place, it’s a group of people, who I call my friends. Thank you for always coming to me with comfort and hugs whenever I need it.

You are all my pals, and I couldn’t be prouder. Your constant help and loyalty mean the world to me. Thanks, guys, for all your love.

I adore you guys more than I can put into words. You never fail to remind me how wonderful the world is for hanging out with pals.

My dear friends, I find that sharing my problems with you, makes me feel better at the end of the day. You are all a great gift to me.

Thanks to fantastic people like you, I have wonderful memories filled with excitement and thrills. You guys are awesome.

Thank You Captions For Friends

Dear bestie @tag_name, thank you for always helping me even before I could ask.

Your support means a lot to me. Knowing that you support me motivates me to keep going. Thank you, my friend.

Thanks for being by my side, and always giving me reasons to cheer. I love you, {friend name}!

Thank you, buddies! You guys made my day! Appreciate it!

I appreciate your love and care, friend. Thanks for everything.

You always know how to cheer me up, and I am thankful for that. I am truly grateful for your friendship.

Thank you for being my constant serotonin boost. I love you, my friends.

Really appreciate your effort, my friend! Love being around you.

I would be so lost in this world without you. Thank you for being my best friend.

Thank you for being the people I can always trust with my thoughts and feelings. I am truly grateful for our friendship.

Thank you for always making me smile and laugh, even when days are hard. I truly appreciate it so much.

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Friends are one of the few people in your lives with whom you can freely be yourself. And if you’ve got friends who care about you, who support you and talk to you, you really are fortunate. Your friends are some of the few special individuals who can read your mind. They are the ones who try their utmost to cheer you up when you’re feeling low. If you think and pause for a while, you’ll see that some of the happiest memories in your life involve friends. But how often do you let them know about their sacred position in your life? Expressing your inner gratitude will only serve to deepen the connection to share with them. Not to mention, it will also make their day. So, what are you waiting for? Send your buddy a lovely thank you message now.

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Essay on My Best Friend for Students and Children

500+ words essay on my best friend.

Friendship is one of the greatest blessings that not everyone is lucky enough to have. We meet a lot of people in the journey of life but there are only a few who leave a mark on us. My best friend is one such person who has been able to make a positive impact on my life. We have been a part of each other’s lives for the longest time and our friendship is still developing. She has been with me through all the thicks and thins. Most importantly, I feel extremely fortunate to have someone as a best friend in my life. In this essay on my best friend, I will tell you about how we became friends and about her best qualities.

Our Friendship

Our friendship started when my best friend came in as a new admission to our class. Both of us were hesitant to talk to each other at first, but gradually we developed a bond. I remember the first time my best friend tried to talk to me; I rolled my eyes because I thought there was no use and we wouldn’t hit it off. However, to my surprise, we became best friends by the end of the session year.

We learned so many things about each other and found out that our taste in music and fashion was so similar. Since then, there was no stopping us. We spent all our time together and our friendship became the talk of the class. We used to help each other out in studies and visited each other’s homes as well. We made sure to have lunch together on Sundays. We also used to watch movies and cartoons together.

On our summer break, we even went to summer camp together and made a lot of memories. Once during the summer holidays, she also accompanied me to my maternal grandparents’ home. We had a fabulous time there. Moreover, we even invented our own handshake which only both of us knew. Through this bond, I learned that family doesn’t end with blood because my best friend was no less than my family. Friendship is one relationship that you choose, unlike all other relationships.

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Qualities of My Best Friend

I feel one of the main reasons why I formed such a bond with my best friend was because of the qualities she possesses. Her courage always inspired me to raise my voice against injustice as she always stood up to her bullies. She is also one of the smartest minds in class who doesn’t only excel academically but also in life. I have never seen a dancer as good as my best friend, the accolades she has won are proof of her talent.

Above all, I feel the quality that appeals to me the most is her compassion . Whether it’s towards humans or animals, she always keeps the same approach. For instance, there was an injured stray dog that was wailing in pain, my best friend did not only get him treated but she also adopted him.

Similarly, she saw a poor old woman on the streets one day and she only had money for her lunch. My best friend did not hesitate once before giving all of it to the poor lady. That incident made me respect her even more and inspired me to help the underprivileged more often.

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In short, the bond I share with my best friend is one of my most prized possessions. Both of us inspire each other to become better humans. We push each other to do our best and we are always there in need. A best friend is indeed a precious gem and I am fortunate to have found that gem of my life.

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FAQs on Essay on My Best Friend

Q.1 Why is it important to have a best friend?

A.1 It is important for everyone to have a best friend as they are our well-wishers with whom one can share everything. In other words, it gets tough to share things with your parents or siblings, but with a best friend, we never hesitate. Additionally, they always support us and boost our confidence.

Q.2 What are the essential qualities of a best friend?

A.2 A best friend should be understanding. One must be able to share anything with them without the fear of being judged. They should be supportive and encouraging of one another. Subsequently, one must always look out for their best friends in times of need.

Q.3. Should you consider all your friends on various Social media as true friends?

A.3 You may have a number of friends on Social media, but they cannot be considered as true friends. Most of them are mere acquaintances. People with whom you talk only occasionally because they are in the same school, college, colony or workplace, but there is no bond of a true friend are acquaintances. A true friend is a person to whom you would go during your hard time seeking help. However, some acquaintances may become friends as time passes by. Thus, we can say that all friends on Social media are not your true friends.

Q.4. Can you have a negative influence on your life due to friends?

A.4 Friends greatly influence one’s life. It is always said that your company defines your character. Friends with good qualities have a positive influence on your life. They motivate you and guide you. Similarly, friends who have bad qualities can negatively influence your life.

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How To Write a My Best Friend Essay

Definition: What Is a My Best Friend Essay?

Write about what you know is sage advice often given to fledgling writers. And what do many of our young students know more about than their trusty sidekick, who is a constant presence through thick and thin?

A My Best Friend Essay is precisely what it sounds like; an essay the student writes that is focused on their closest pal’s endearing attributes (and otherwise).

However, the My Best Friend Essay is more than just a chance for students to wax lyrical about their BFFs. It is an authentic opportunity for students to hone their composition skills and exercise their creative flair.

All this while talking about one of their best mate – not bad!

STRUCTURING a My Best Friend Essay

This is an essay. It says so right there in the title! Just how complex the structure of a student’s essay is will depend on essential factors such as age and ability. However, the 5-paragraph essay structure is a perfect framework for this type of composition.

One of the most beautiful aspects of the 5-paragraph essay is that it is easily modified to differentiate between lower or higher ability students by simply adjusting the number of paragraphs. The essay will still contain the same essential elements of an introduction, a body, and a conclusion, regardless of how long it is.

The 5-paragraph (or hamburger) essay is a craft in itself and much too broad a topic to go into at length. Check out our complete guide here if you want more detail on this handy essay template.

Briefly though, in essence, the 5-paragraph essay comprises three parts:

The Introduction : The opening paragraph will orient the reader to the topic of the essay, in this case, by introducing the show’s star, the best friend .
The Body : In the traditional 5-paragraph essay, this makes up three of the five paragraphs. In this type of essay, the student will use these paragraphs to flesh out the main reasons they value their friend, or (at a more advanced level) they will tell a story about them that illustrates why they are the student’s best friend.
The Conclusion : In the conclusion, the student can sum up why their friend holds the hallowed title of ‘best’. Or, at a higher level, the student can use the final paragraph of their essay to look forward to the future of their relationship with their best friend.

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My Best Friend Essay Story

While we are teaching a short essay on my best friend’, it can also be approached from another angle, i.e., as a nonfiction story.

While the clearcut essay format may be eminently suitable for younger students, you may wish to revisit this genre with older students, this time emphasising storytelling.

In this creative nonfiction approach, students can merge the essay format with storytelling elements such as character, setting, central conflict, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

Constructing their best friend composition in this manner allows students to work on structuring a nonfiction text. Simultaneously, it offers them a chance to develop their creative flair.

My Best Friend in 10 Lines

Another approach particularly well-suited to younger students is the my best friend essay 10 lines format.

This helps younger students get writing by giving them a clear target to aim for, which makes planning easy.

However, you can still introduce the three elements of the 5-paragraph essay here. As students list the points they want to make in their 10 lines, they can be encouraged to group these into introduction, body, and conclusion sections.

For example, a plan might look like this:

A ‘My Best Friend in 10 Lines’ Plan

Introduction

Line 1: My friend’s name.

Line 2: What she looks like.

Line 3: Where she is from/her family.

Line 4: What friendship means to me.

Line 5: How we met.

Line 6: The kindest thing she has ever done.

Line 7: The funniest thing she has ever done.

Line 8: My absolute favorite thing about her.

Line 9: Restate why she is my best friend.

Line 10: How I see our future together.

To complete their 10-line ode to their friend, the student simply builds proper sentences around each of these (or similar) ideas.

More on Planning a My Best Friend Composition

As we can see in the sample plan above, the planning process is relatively straightforward when the 5-paragraph essay structure serves as a framework. However, we may want to take things up a notch for students of a higher ability.

A good, old-fashioned brainstorming session is an excellent starting point for the student. They can list their favorite memories and their friend’s best features.

While younger students may inevitably write something of a hagiography (a biography of a saint!), older students may want to present a more realistic portrait of their ever-present amigo.

Likewise, if the student is undertaking their composition in a narrative nonfiction form, they’ll need to map out the narrative arc of their story at the planning stage.

As with any story, the conflict will serve as the engine of the narrative. However, this conflict does not have to take the form of a problem between the writer and the best friend. After all, this text is more likely to be something of a love letter than a letter of complaint. Instead, the conflict is more likely to take the form of a problem or a challenge faced by the writer and their pal together.

Whether or not the student’s text will take a full-blown story form, true-to-life anecdotes will bring life to the student’s writing. The planning process is the perfect time to dump these onto paper, even if they don’t all make it into the final draft.

How to Start a MY Best Friend Essay

As with most text types, fiction or nonfiction, the writer will want to grab the reader’s attention from the outset. An effective way of doing this is by using a hook.

How to Hook The Reader

The student writer has many methods available to grasp the reader’s attention. While some of these will only be suitable for more advanced students, most can be adapted with a bit of effort for our younger writers.

Start in the Middle of the Action

Technically known as, In Medias Res , this technique involves opening the story in the middle of a moment of dramatic tension with the exposition filled in later. This type of wizardry is probably best reserved for the more skilled student writer.

Make a Bold Promise at the Outset

The promise of a big payoff can undoubtedly catch a reader’s eye and draw them in, but the student-writer must follow through later in the text. For less experienced students, you may want to offer a writing prompt to help out here. For example,

My best friend Jack is truly one of a kind, but just how special he is wasn’t clear to me until the day a fire broke out in our school.

Students can quickly adapt such prompts by changing the event mentioned to their own circumstances.

Create a Sense of Intimacy

Another way to grasp the reader’s interest is to create a sense of intimacy right from the start. This can be achieved by addressing the reader directly in a conversational tone. Students should use informal language and approach writing their text as if they were speaking to a close friend – this is perfect for this writing style.

Open with an Anecdote

Another way to create interest (and a sense of intimacy) is to open up with an interesting anecdote about the friend. Students can select an interesting or humorous story to use as a carrot to entice the reader in. The student could substitute an exciting or amusing fact in shorter pieces for a full-blown anecdote.

Begin with a Quotation

Quotes are a great way to garner attention. There are many online repositories of inspirational quotes on every topic under the sun where students can find a golden nugget of friendship-based wisdom to open their masterpieces. They must simply type in keywords such as ‘famous’, ‘quotes’, and ‘friendship’ to uncover a smorgasbord of well-articulated wisdom for students to choose from. However, students should ensure the sentiment expressed in their selected quote ties into the type of friendship described in their work.

Working the Body

As we stated earlier in this article, the 5-paragraph essay structure, or the narrative writing arc, lays out a suitable template for the student-writer to work their way through the body of their text. However, it’s worth pointing out five areas where a little attention can significantly impact.

Get Specific

The devil’s in the details. The more specific the student is in their writing, the more effectively they will communicate with the reader.

Encourage students to be as precise as possible in their descriptions. A thesaurus is an excellent tool to help students find just the right word for the job.

Vary Sentence Length

Often, emergent writers rely on the same couple of simple sentence structures in their writing. This soon makes the writing monotonous for the reader; if they continue to read, it is only with effort that they will finish the student’s work.

Variety is not only the spice of life but also the spice of good writing. Encourage students to vary their sentence structures and alternate between long and short sentences to diversify the rhythm of their writing and evoke interest on the reader’s part.

Use Dialogue

Weaving dialogue into a my best friend essay text is a great way to bring colour and variety to a student’s writing. It also allows the student to practice punctuating dialogue – an essential skill!

Students will need to learn to listen carefully if they are to be able to write how people actually speak. Encouraging them to read their dialogue aloud is an effective way to check if it rings true.

Incorporate Literary Devices

Though this is undoubtedly a nonfiction text, it has firm roots in creative writing too. Students should incorporate some of the literary techniques and devices that we’d more commonly associate with poetry and fiction writing to add colour, creativity, and imagination to their writing.

For example, for younger students, physical descriptions of their BFF provide the perfect opportunity to introduce similes and hyperbole. Don’t be afraid to get comical here; writing should be fun, after all.

Does their friend have a big nose? How big? As big as an elephant’s trunk, perhaps?

Just make sure students avoid being too mean or poking fun at areas too sensitive for their friends.

It is easy to differentiate different abilities by challenging stronger students to use more complex literary devices in their work. Zoomorphism anyone?

Evoke the Five Senses

Emergent writers often display a bias towards only using the sense of sight in their descriptions. To bring their writing up a notch, encourage your students to employ all five senses in their writing.

By evoking the sense of hearing, smell, taste, and touch in their work, students will help their writing to come alive in the reader’s imagination.

WRAPPING THINGS Up

In a regular 5-paragraph essay, the concluding paragraph is usually the time to summarize the main arguments and drive home the thesis statement one more time. Obviously, things are a little bit different in a “my best friend essay.”

Of course, students can take the opportunity to revisit and restate the main reasons why their best friend holds the best-friend-championship belt. Still, there is a more artistic way to use their composition’s final paragraph.

Ask students to think about their friendship and where they see it in five, ten, twenty, or even forty years.

Undoubtedly, for younger students, in particular, this may be a bit of a challenge, but it can be a fun thought experiment too. Students can pose themselves questions to help, such as:

Will we be neighbours?
Will we work together?
Will our children go to school together? Etc.

Taking a tentative step into the possibilities of the future can make for an impactful ending.

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So that should get you well on your way to creating an excellent my best friend essay that will not only get you some great grades but also score you some brownie points.

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How Do You Write a Thank You Letter to Friends?

Thank you is such a simple phrase, but it can mean so much. When you take the time to write a thank you letter to friends, it tells your friends how much you appreciate their support.

When we say thank you to our friends, we’re acknowledging all that they do for us, big and small. Whether it’s picking us up from the airport after a long trip, or taking care of the dogs while we’re away, or lending us their ear when we need to talk, saying thank you to our friends is a gesture we shouldn’t ignore!

So take a few minutes and write or text some heartfelt words to your dear friend or dear best friend, and let them know all the things you appreciate about them. I promise you, it will make their day!

You are such a great blessing in my life.
Supportive friends are the best friends!
Good friends are just what the doctor ordered!
It’s been a while, let’s catch up Friday night?
Your mere existence makes everything better!
I am eternally grateful for your friendship, thanks for always being there!

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Sample Thank You Letter To A Friend.

Friendship is one of the most beautiful things in life. It’s amazing how someone can be there for you when you need then, and how they make you feel when you’re around them.

It’s important that from time to time you let these people know how important they are to you, a good way to do this is to write some handwritten letters to let them know how much you appreciate them.

Here are a few examples of the best thank you letter to friends you can use. Just think what a nice idea it would be to send a gratitude letter to close friends who are always there for you! Showing gratitude to your friends would be much appreciated by them!

😀 Thank you ________, for always being there when I needed someone. I honestly don’t know what I would do without you in my life. You’ve listened to me ramble on about my problems, cheered for my successes, and been the shoulder to cry on when needed . You’ve always been such a good friend, and one of the most important people in my life. Thank you!

Thank you for always checking on my family member’s well being, I am deeply thankful for that.

Best friends can turn ordinary moments into extraordinary memories!

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😀 Hi ______, I wanted to send you a quick text message to thank you for making middle school a much happier place to be. No matter what happens in my classes, I always look forward to having lunch with you. THANK YOU.

😀 Even though the last few years were tough because of my cancer diagnosis. You are one of the few people who have made my life easy. This is why I am writing this letter to let you know how grateful I am to you. You are more than a friend. You are my family and a blessing to my life. Thank you for spending time with me this last weekend, it meant a lot to me, good friends are hard to find, that’s why I’m so lucky to have you.

😀 You are the only person in the world who understands me so. Thank you for years of great friendship and wonderful memories. Cheers to much more fun and to being friends forever.

Thank You Letter for Friends

Did you know that sending a gratitude letter to a friend will not only make someone else’s day, but both the sender and receiver will feel awesome!

Here are some creative ideas you can use to send a wonderful friend a thank you letter.

😀 Hi friend! I wanted to take a quick second and say THANK YOU. Thank you for being there for me this past weekend. I know you have an insanely busy schedule, but you still found time to visit me in my hour of need. You are the true meaning of friendship. Thank you for just being plain old AWESOME.

😀 My lovely friend, my iconic gossip buddy, my chat mate. I love our daily chit-chats. Thank you for hanging with me at lunchtime. Working without you would be a lonely place.

😀 You have and I have been friends for such a long time, and I hope our friendship continues now that I am moving away. Please don’t forget me, ha ha, like that could ever happen.

😀 When I think about all the amazing friends I have, I can’t help but feel gratitude. You’ve been there for me through some exceptionally tough times , you have given me hope. Thank you for being such a supportive and loving group of friends. I don’t tell you enough just how much you mean to me.

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What Do You Write in a Thank You Card for a Friend?

There are many things to say in a thank you letter to friends, but what are the right words to say to friends? Thanking friends for their support, kindness, and friendship is important, and there are many ways to express your gratitude.

Whether you want to keep it simple with a handwritten note or send them a heartfelt message online, here are some tips on how to express your gratitude to your friends.

😀 I wanted to take the time to write a thank you letter to you, my best friend. You are one of the few people in my life who can relate to what I am going through. I want you to know that our friendship is a precious gift and one that I cherish. Thank you for coming last weekend to spend time with me and my family. We all love you so much. Sincerely, ________

Emotional Thank You Letter to Friend

Here are some examples of what to say in a thank you letter to friends. It’s important to let friends know from time to time how important they are in your life.

Choose the right words from the below thank you letter to friends, and write a note to your best friend today!

😀 To my besties, thank you for always being there for me, I want you to know that I consider you all family . As you get older, you realize who your true friends are, so thank you to my dear friends, I love you all.

😀 You are such an awesome friend, always fun to be around. You are the epitome of kindness and positivity. I love you so much my dear friend.

😀 Being friends with you is one the best thing that has happened to my life. I have no words to express how much our friendship means to me, thank you for being such a special person.

Thank You Letter to Friends

A thank you letter is the perfect way to show your appreciation for all of the support your friends have given you. Whether they’ve been by your side during tough times or just been there to offer a listening ear, putting pen to paper to express gratitude is the right thing to do!

You can customize your letter however you like, but here are some tips on what to include in your thank you letter to friends.

😀 From the bottom of my heart , I want to say thank you for being by my side through this difficult time. Your love and support have meant everything to me. I honestly would not have made it through without my best girl friends with me. You mean the world to me.

😀 You are such a loyal friend and have been a rock to me during my hardest times. You are always there for me, even when it feels like no one else is. Thank you for listening to me ramble on about anything and everything, for sending funny memes when I need a laugh. You actually managed to make me smile, and that is quite an achievement this week.

😀 With everything going on in the world at the moment, we are all experiencing a difficult time. This is the time when I am most thankful that I have all of you in my life. I love that I can chit chat with any of you about nothing and still laugh, I love that you make me smile just because I’m talking to you. So thank you to my dear friends, there are no words, except thank you and I LOVE you all.

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Thank You Letters To Best Friend

Thank you letters to friends are a great way to show your friends how much you appreciate them. Whether you want to say thank you for a favor, or simply for being a great friend, a well-written thank you letter to your best friends will make them feel appreciated and loved.

So what should you include in your thank you letter to friends? Here are some ideas for your letters.

😀 Over the years, you have been such a dear friend, only you can talk me out of my bad moods, and listening to me when I moan about ______. You talk me off the ledge and make me see what I should be grateful about. I sincerely appreciate you in my life. THANK YOU.

😀 From day one when we met, you have been supportive and encouraging of my dream. I wouldn’t be here without you. Thank you my old friends for cheering me on all these years.

😀 Dear friends, I wanted to take a moment to send some thank you letters to each of you to express just how much a part of my life you are. When my family needed help, you were there for us. You listened to our problems, offered advice, and gave us a shoulder to cry on. You were the family we needed when our own family was falling apart. I will never be able to repay you for all you have done, but if you ever need me, I will be there in a second., sincerely _______.

😀 When I needed you the most you stood by me. You are a great friend and this letter is to let you know how precious our friendship is to me and I love you. Thank you so much my dearest best friend.

😀 How did I get so lucky to have you as my best friend. Thank you for all the laughs, and screams of joy along the way, my favorite partner in crime.

There are so many things to say thank you for when it comes to our friends. Thank you for always being there, for listening, for laughing with us, and for just being plain wonderful.

Sometimes it can be tough to put all of those feelings into words, but we wanted to take the time to say thank you anyway. Writing some thank you letters is a great way to tell your friend(s) how much you appreciate having them in your life.

😀 On this special occasion, I want to let you know that you are one of a kind friend to me. Thank you so much for all the years of fun and precious moments dear friend.

😀 You are the best friends anyone could ask for, and I thank god every day that you are in my life. Life is much better with you by my side.

😀 I will forever be grateful for having you as my best friend and I will never forget how you helped me by staying with me when I was going through therapy last month. Your gift was the most thoughtful gift, thank you for checking on me and for being there when I needed you most!

😀 This is a thank you letter to let you know that you my light in dark moments, you are my company in lonely times. You are fun to be with and above all, you are the best friend anyone could ever ask of.

Appreciation Letter to a Friend

Thank you letters are a great way to show your friends how much you appreciate them. They can be simple and short, or long and more detailed. No matter what, thank you letters are always appreciated.

Some ideas for things to say in a note include: thanking them for being there for you, mentioning specific things they’ve done that you appreciate, or simply expressing your gratitude for having them in your life.

These thank you letters are a thoughtful way to let your friends know how much they mean to you.

😀 Thank you for your kind words and advice. You always know what to do in difficult situations. You have the best intuition. Thank you for always being there to guide me down the right path. You are and always have been a true friend. I hope we can get together soon.

😀 Having a friend like you in my life has been a ray of hope. Even though life has been hard after my cancer diagnosis. I want you to know that you have made things easier just by being by my side. You are my family and a blessing to my life.

😀 I was thinking back to our school days and remembering what fun we used to have and still have together. It just occurred to me how lucky I am to have you in my life. Thank you dear friends, I am so appreciative of all the things you do for me in our friendship together.

😀 There are not enough words to describe how grateful I am for your support during this difficult time. Your kindness, compassion, and generosity have been a source of strength and comfort for me. I will NEVER forget the way you were there for me at my worst time. I am truly blessed to have such amazing friends in my life. I love you all so much.

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Letter of Friendship Appreciation

Thank you letters are a lost art. I’m not sure when it happened, but somewhere along the way people stopped writing words down on paper. I think it’s because we live in a world where we can express gratitude on email or text, but there’s just something about receiving a handwritten note that feels special.

Here are our favorite ways to let our friends know how much we value them!

😀 Being friends with you is so easy, and so much fun. You are the kindest person I have ever known. I appreciate our friendship every single day. You are my person.

😀 Thank you for organizing my surprise birthday party, it was so great to see everyone, and thank you for the wonderful idea. I am so thankful to have you as a friend.

😀 Through thick and thin you have been by my side. Through high and low you have always loved me. Among all my friends you are the best and I appreciate all you have done in my life. Thank you for being a true friend, you are appreciated.

😀 I wanted to send a thank you letter to let you know what an amazing friend you are. What would I have done without you in my life? Our friendship has gone through the tests of time and we have come out stronger and stronger. I am so thankful to have such a person in my life. I don’t deserve you, but I am trying.

😀 It’s hard to believe that we have been friends for almost 20 years. I hope we continue to be friends for another 20! Thank you for making the trip for my birthday party, it was so great to finally have you here in person.

How Do You Write A Letter To A Friend Who Helped You?

What do you say in a thank you letter to friends? This is a question I have been thinking about lately. My friends are incredibly important to me, and I want to find the perfect way to thank them all for their support.

A text seems short, and I may not get everything out that i want to say in a phone call without crying. So a thank you note seems like just the right thing. If you’re not sure what to write to a dear friend, you can use one of mine.

😀 I’m writing this letter to express my gratitude to you for being such a wonderful friend over the last few years and for all the time you stayed with me throughout my stay in hospital. I wanted you to know how much I appreciated all your phone calls, texts and visit to make sure I was okay, you really are a true friend.

😀 Thank you for letting me stay over at your place over the weekend. And thank you so much for your hospitality. Nobody could have taken better care of me. I really appreciated your help, I know you have your own family to take care of too, so I really did appreciate you carving time out for me also.

😀 I am writing this thank you letter to let you know that I appreciate you as my teacher and my friend. As you know school has been hard for me with no friends, so thank you for taking the time to chat with me, it means a lot.

Example of Thank You Letter for Friends

😀 With all gratitude, I want to thank you for babysitting my kids when I was out of town. You are the only one I can count on to take care of my children. You are not just a friend, you are a family.

😀 You are a wonderful friend and a kind soul. I am grateful for all your help and assistance after I had my baby. Your friendship is a blessing in my life. I really don’t say thank you enough, so THANK YOU.

😀 I am writing this thank you letter to thank you for taking the time to help me decorate my apartment. Your style is so much better than mine so I knew I needed your help, I really appreciate you dropping everything and coming to my rescue. Thank you for being a great friend.

😀 I wanted to send you a thank you letter letting you know how grateful I am that you took care of my pet when I was away. You have been such a great friend to me. I am thankful for you daily, I just don’t know if I actually remember to tell you that!

😀 I wanted to send a thank you letter to let you know I appreciate all the effort and time you put into making my baby shower a success. Thank you so much for the shower, it was breathtaking, I really appreciate all your support during this pregnancy. I could not have done it without your help and assistance. Thank you so much, your friendship is such a wonderful gift in my life dear friend.

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My Best Friend Essay in English (100, 200, 300, 500 Words)

A best friend is a special and unforgettable person in our lives and will stay longer than other common friends. We share most of the things, conversations, and important talks and support them anytime in our lives.

In this topic, we are discussing the best friend and the memories that we all spent with our friends and best friends.

We have covered an essay pattern in various paragraphs of around 100 words, 200 words, 300 words, and 500 words, respectively, that helps many of the children or students of class 2 to 12th to understand the short and descriptive essay pattern of the best friend.

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My Best Friend Essay 100 Words

I always thank God that he sent Rahul into my life as my best friend, and I also wish that everyone has a friend like Rahul. Rahul and I met on the first day of school after the summer vacation when we were studying in the 5th standard.

I also remember an incident when our class teacher asked him about his previous school and the place from where he came. He is a good speaker, and he gave an interesting answer to everyone in his introduction in class.

He is good at studies and also a good athlete. He loves running and singing too, and his handwriting is also very neat and clean. I feel happy to become his friend, and he also loves my company, and we spend most of our time together.

My Best Friend Essay 200 Words

I have had a lot of friends since childhood, but Raghav is one of the kindest and most trustworthy friends for me. I must say that Rohan has been my best friend since childhood. He is a very good person and a true friend because he has a good manner that he never lies to anyone, and hates people who lie to him. He is a kind boy and also a sincere student. We both live in the same building, and our apartments are also in front of each other.

My parents also met my friend in the school at the parents-teachers meeting, and they also like Raghav and his sincerity. We both have been in the same class from the 3rd standard until now. We are in the 10th standard now, and we both help each other in the preparation for Board exams, which will be held in the month of March.

He always invites me to his house to play video games with him. Every Sunday, we both enjoy playing video games with popcorn and juice together. Sometimes, our school teachers also wonder about our true friendship and the strong bond between us. He has a set of badminton rackets and a shuttle, and we also play together in the evening near our building. We both love each other’s company.

My Best Friend Essay 300 Words

Everyone has at least a single friend who is more than just a friend to them. Getting a friend is common, but getting a true friend is very rare and a bit special. It is like a big achievement for people to get a trustworthy and lifelong best friend. I also had a best friend in my life too since childhood. His name is Ganaraj, and his mother is Telugu. We are neighbors too and also classmates. We always sit together in school and also spend most of the time together.

He is a very talented person and always supports me in my studies. We both like mathematics, and also we love to solve maths numerical problems. I like to play games, and we both always play games together and participate in the sports that are held in school. Our favorite sport is Cricket, and we both are good all-rounders on our school cricket team. Our class teacher always suggests and supports us to play cricket even better and also helps in education to achieve success in life.

He is very valuable to me, and I always value his friendship as I value my parents. He is like my family, as a brother from another mother. Whenever I need his help and support, my best friend is there for me to hold me. We both live in the precious moment and create memories that will stay with me forever. Our friendship is a kind of beautiful relationship, and I hope any kind will never break these mistakes. Every Sunday, we go together to a playground near our locality, and we spend most of our time there. My parents also like Ganaraj to be my friend. Everyone is happy with our friendship and has a strong bond that never goes down in any situation.

My Best Friend Essay 500 Words

My best friend’s name is Siddhart Jadhav. We have been friends since class 7th A in Alfred Nobel High School. We both studied in the same school in childhood but not in the same class as our sections are different. Later that time, all the students from all the sections are sorted according to the previous academics’ percentages and grades and separated into four different sections. Due to this separation, I met Siddhart in the 7th A, and we became friends at that time. Later, time goes by, and our friendship bond becomes stronger, and we become best friends with each other and spend most of our time together in school, tuition, and extra classes. We also sit on the same bench in the classroom.

Our likes and dislikes are also common, and we also love to dance and sing. In every annual gathering and other function that is held in our school, we both participate and give our best performances. We never wanted to win the competitions, our intention was to enjoy the gathering. Some of our school teachers don’t like our togetherness and friendship, but some of them loved and always blessed our strong bonded friendship to stay longer and longer. Siddharth and I always talked in the running classroom, and most of the time, our teacher also punished both of us by standing outside the classroom. We always tried to irritate the lecturer in the chemistry lectures by asking tons of doubts and questions. We eat tiffin boxes sitting on the last benches.

Apart from this naughtiness, Siddharth is very punctual, and he is never late for coming to school and attending classes. He always completes his homework at a given time and being with him, I also start studying very well and completing my homework on time. He keeps his books and copies very clean. His writing is very nice and encourages me to write cleanly and clearly for better understanding. My parents also compliment my friend that being with him, I also become responsible and a good student.

Siddharth and I are both excellent football players and athletes. When we both start playing the football game, the opponent team never wins. Our sports teacher always motivates us and tells us that we will become good football players one day. My parents also know Siddharth very much, and they like his pleasant behavior. Feel free when Siddharth and I stay together, whether for playing games, video games, study, or for going out to have fun with other classmates. Siddharth is my best friend, my first friend. He is the one who offers me help in my studies when I need it, supports me and always shows love to me, defends me, and stands by my side in any situation no matter what.

In academics, my best friend, Siddharth, is chosen to be awarded the best student of the year in the 10th class. He is one of the brilliant students of our school and also won many of the competitions that were held in school. He is like a well-wisher, and I always enjoyed his company. He, too, feels secure and relieved by spending time with me as well. He is like a problem-solving friend to me. I never wanted to lose him in my life.

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75+ Thank You for Being a Friend Messages – Thank You Messages For Friends

Since not everyone is granted the ability to make friends easily, making letter of thank you for being a friend is important. It’s the simplest thing you are capable of doing to appreciate your friend’s presence in your life. Don’t have any ideas what you must include in the thank you for being my friend note?

What you need to pour down in your thank you for being a friend letter doesn’t have to be as complicated as an essay. You don’t even need to use any figurative words or even be a poet to thank your friend for always being there when you have to go through all the difficulties of life.

You may simply write a text of “ thank you for being there for me ” and send it to your friend. A gesture is as simple as this one is one of the many things that can strengthen the bond of your friendship. Not to mention when you are composing a lengthy thank you friend note.

Saying “ thank you friend ” to a person who is always there for you besides your family is suitable for your and your friend’s wellbeing. Not only will it make both parties feel wonderful, but it also helps the two build a much stronger friendship.

According to a study conducted at the UNSW Australia in 2012, expressing gratitude could be an indication that one had a possibility to initiate a new relationship. As for those already in a friendship, saying thank you for how meaningful your friend’s roles in your life can even deepen the connection you two share. But, what one should be thankful for friends?

Thanks for always sharing – True friends always share things with each other, no matter how trivial it is. You can thank your friend for always sharing their moments with you and write this down on a letter you’d like them to have it.
Thanks for being honest – Being authentic is what makes two people build a relationship. There’s nothing better than thanking your friend known for their honesty.
Thanks for being supportive – Your friend is sometimes the only person who supports any decision you make. You can say “thanks for being my friend” or “thanks for your support” to appreciate their kindness.
Thanks for existing – Have you ever said “thank you for being there” to your friend? If you haven’t, maybe you can start letting them know how meaningful their existence is for you.

Thank You for Being a Friend: Genuine Thank You Messages for Your Friends

There must be a time when you want to say “thank you for being my best friend” to your best bud. However, you don’t have the guts to directly say it to their face because you are scared you cannot handle your tears.

If you aren’t good with direct communications, you can say “ thank you for your friendship ” in the form of a letter. Should you be good at writing, it’s your chance to write down everything you are thankful for your best pals.

I never imagined that on a day like this, I will be making mention of a true friend in my life. Today, I am proud to say that I have got a rare gem in you. Thanks for everything you’ve been to me.

No matter how far we may be, we’d always be close to each other’s hearts. I’m thankful to you for sharing such a wonderful bonding with me.

There is no one with whom I can share my tears and fears if you were not here. Thanks for being by my side, and always giving me reasons to cheer.

Even though situations, times and life have changed over the years, but our friendship is still the same as before. Thanks for being such a sweet friend of mine.

Having someone who makes you laugh and cheers you up when you’re down is a great blessing. Thanks, my friend, for being that someone in my life.

You’ve been by my side through so many ups and downs, and I want you to know that I’ll always do the same for you. Thank you!

You help me push my boundaries, lift me up when I’m feeling down, and give me comfort when I’m sad. You are a great friend, and I hope to always have you in my life.

You know you have found a true friend when you don’t need to be careful about what you say in front of them. Thank you for never judging me, friend.

There’s a lot that happens between two friends who have stood the test of time. The relationship isn’t always perfect, but true friends will weather the storms with each other and wait for life to quiet down. They will do whatever they have to do to set things straight, then they go back to being friends again. That’s just how it is with you and me.

Thank you for being the friend who never asks for reasons or explanations when all I need is a hug and a good laugh.

I don’t know the best way to say thank you to a friend like you who already knows the things that I never say and never says anything that I don’t understand.

We’ve done everything together since we were kids. I want to thank you for being such a great friend, and I can’t wait to share many more of life’s precious moments with you.

Your dedication, understanding, and time all mean so much to me, and I feel very lucky to be able to experience life alongside you. I cherish you forever, my friend.

Friend, I want to let you know that you are the person who I always know will be there for me when something happens — either good or bad. Thank you for being that person in my life.

Thank you for being such a great friend. If you could see my face, you’d see the smile you put on it.

You’ve always been extremely supportive to me through my trying times. I will always be thankful to you.

You kept believing in me when I stopped believing in myself, which made me believe in myself once again. Thank you!

Life is beautiful because friends like you’re there. Every single word of yours inspires me and gives me new motivation. Thanks for understanding me better than me.

Thank you for celebrating my special day and making me feel special. Thank you is all I can say to you, dear friend.

I wish to give you so much more than just a thank you note for the beautiful gift you gave me. I absolutely love it. Thank you, buddy.

I have been fortunate to come in contact with people like you. You, my friend, are truly a beautiful and wonderful human. Thank you for everything that you have done for me.

You’re a friendly lunatic. I love our madness in friendship. Thanks for making life fun-filled!

Someone as strong and kind as you are is hard to find. I believe in you, my friend. Thank you for everything you do for our friendship.

Whenever I need someone to encourage me in my life’s decisions, you come first in my thoughts. I can’t repay you for all that your beautiful heart has done for me. However, accept my heartfelt thanks to you.

I can’t thank God enough for allowing me meet you. At first, we weren’t close enough to be called friends. But time unravelled the blessing of our friendship to us. Thanks for being an instrument of God’s help to me.

I acknowledge and appreciate the special bond we share as friends. Ever since we started off our friendship, my life hasn’t been the same; I have become better and stronger than before.

I am not exaggerating when I say that you are God-sent. In fact, I owe my sanity and wellbeing to your constant love, unwavering support, and deep commitment to me. Thank you, over and over again!

By and by, the fruit of our relationship is generational. We may not be alive to see how it works out, but I can guarantee you that posterity will always be grateful for our friendship. Thank you for this lifetime opportunity to make a future.

For the happiness, joy, laughter, and love you bring into our friendship, thank you. You are a friend in a million.

The difference between our friendship and that of the average friends is the loyalty that marks ours. Indeed, it is a virtue that we’ve managed to sustain even when betrayal is the order of the day. Thanks for giving all of you into our friendship.

Everyday of my life, I don’t fail to count my many blessings from our friendship. It has become an unconscious occurrence to me, no need to tell me to stop. I owe you my immense gratitude, my dearest friend.

When I found you, I found everything. Even though we’ve had rough times, I want to thank you for your patience with me through them all.

Many complain of losing their identities all in the name of friendship. But with ours, I have discovered my life’s purpose, and regained my worth of self. Thank you for being a special friend to me.

Distance has got nothing on our friendship. We are as specially bonded as ever. Our lives have found each other, never to let go. Thanks for the gift of your friendship with me.

Appreciation Message to Friends

You’ve added truckloads of joy, a bunch of happiness, and spread colors into my dull life. How can I not appreciate these!

I know it is not my first time to say this, but I just can’t stop thanking you for your wonderful presence and thoughtful efforts. Thank you.

Throughout my life, everyone could see the tears in my eyes, but only you could feel the pain in my heart. Thanks for being my best friend.

My dear friend, thanks for walking with me when I needed support, thanks for walking ahead of me when I needed guidance and thanks for walking behind me when I needed someone to watch my back.

I am aware it is a big challenge for you to be on my side, but you never mention it. I’m so thankful!

You’ve stuck by me through so many ups and downs and I want you to know that I’ll always be there for you. Tons of Thanks.

We have done everything together since childhood. Today I just want to thank you for being such a wonderful friend. I look forward to sharing many more of life’s lovely moments with you.

Without you my life would have been so tough and hard, there would have been no colors or cheers in it if you had not been joined me. Thank you my best friend.

Just like how a rainbow has no value without its bright colors and perfume has no value without its fragrance, my life has no value without a friend like you. Thanks for being my friend.

Thank you for being my friend, you have filled my life with pleasure and amusement and had spread so many colors around it, I wish to walk along with you till the last moment of my life.

Thank you for being by my side and helping me in times of need. I will always remain indebted to you.

You mean a lot to me, you are truly caring. Thanks for being the shoulder I can always depend on.

I don’t think I would have been able to make it so far without your love, care, support, kindness, generosity, and every little or big thing. Thank You, friend.

Thank You For Being My Best Friend Messages

You already know it, but still, I will say it. You are the best gift life has gifted to me. Thank you, bestie! Thanks for everything you do!

Some people can’t pass a day without coffee or tea. And I can’t spend a day without you! Thank you, best friend.

Sometimes I wonder what would’ve happened to me without you. Thank you so much!

Here’s a thank you and tons of love from the bottom of my heart. However, it has no bottom for you.

Thank you for being there for me when I call you and need someone to just listen. It doesn’t matter where we are in this world or in our lives, I know you will always pick up.

You help me cope with the ups and downs of life. I’m so thankful to you for everything. Thank you for being my friend.

Thank you for bearing my burdens, sharing laughter, and constantly caring for me. Thank you for being my best friend.

Looking back, I wonder how we held onto each other during the turbulent phase of our friendship. Now, I understand that the best is the result of the test. I am glad you are my best friend. Thank you.

You are somebody who, no matter the degree of mistakes I make, never wag fingers at me to judge me. You empathise as though you want to take my place in pains. I want to thank you from my heart of hearts, my best friend.

Our friendship has lasted for years, starting from our childhood days. I wish to reaffirm my commitment to you, and also appreciate you for being my best friend.

The fun that we bring to the table is exceptional. The amount of care we have for each other is second to none. Thank you for being my best friend.

Let me take out this time to sincerely thank you for your solid friendship with me. I never thought that we will hold on to each other thus far, but here we are. I celebrate you and all that you selflessly do as my best friend.

The least I can do in appreciation of our friendship is to remain thankful for the rarest gift of a constant friend as you. I don’t know what I did to deserve you because you are surely the best.

It is said that birds of a feather flock together. Wherever I am seen, you are looked for. I cant trade the uniqueness of our friendship with anything. Thank you for being a part of my life.

Funny Thank You Messages For Friends

Though you couldn’t fix all my problems, I got you always beside me to face them together. Thanks for being such comfortable support to me.

Thanks for accompanying me in the craziest stuff. Yeah, I think you should also thank me in return for this.

Being friends with you makes me want to celebrate every day as Friendship Day. Thanks for adding truckloads of joy and happiness in my life, every day.

You’re someone I don’t mind sharing food with. Feel special, bitch.

Sometimes I feel that you are my guardian angel. If you are, you are doing one hell of a job. Thanks, mate!

Crazy, wacky, silly but always there for me, love you, my friend and thank you for being there with me always.

Who needs to go to a psychiatrist to share your mental problems when there’s a psycho friend like you! Thanks for being a crazy, stupid, and weird friend.

Your jokes do not spare any intact ribs. In fact, you make sure that you destroy one’s reputation by causing them to laugh and howl like a hyena. Certainly, you are an extraordinary friend who does extraordinary things.

I only hope that when we grow old, we will still walk down the streets together, our gnarled fingers interlocked with each other’s. I hope we will still have one or two teeth to flash when laughing at each other’s jokes.

In true appreciation of our friendship, I want to promise you that I will never leave your side. Even after you must have gotten married, I will be watching over you to make sure you are well taken care of.

I have found in you, a friend that knows how to poke nose in the name of trying to find out how my day went. I can’t do without you, but don’t always be on my neck like a mother hen!

You make a great listener. I don’t know how you do it, but I am sure I can’t be devoted to listening to woes and boring stories like you do. Thank you for being my unique friend.

Touching Quotes about Friendship – Thank You Quotes for Friends

“Thank you! For sharing your childhood with me so I could experience the all joys that were missing in mine.” – Ginny Toole

“You are part of my story, memory and scenery, thank you.” – Kim Taehyung

You make my life way better just by being in it! Thanks for just being here with me in my life.

“From the bottom of my heart, I thank you, and appreciate all you have done. Your generosity has given me new hope!” – Catherine Pulsifer

“Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light” – Helen Keller

“We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit.” – Albert Schweitzer

To me, you are a wall that shields me from every sorrow. Thank you for being my friend!

You made me bloom into the person that I am today. I feel the luckiest just by having you. Thanks!

“The greatest gift of life is friendship, and I have received it.” – Hubert H. Humphrey

“You have influenced my life in such a positive way words cannot express my appreciation. You are truly an inspiration.” – Catherine Pulsifer

“You could’ve had anyone in the world, but you chose me. Thank you.” – Anthony T. Hincks

There’s nothing wrong with being extra when it comes to your friend. Get your friend something they actually want, but they don’t tell you, wrap them in a lovely gift box, include a card with thank you quotes for friends you can select in this article, and let this thing be a surprise for your dear friend.

Appreciation Paragraphs for Best Friend (2024)

Amidst life trails, travails and triumphs, we all need someone we can always count on, find solace in their company and sometimes, keep us sane.

Having someone who always has your back anytime, any day and one you can call a best friend is something beautiful and amazing.

A best friend is someone who will always stand by you against all odds and through the ups and downs of life. One who understands you even when you’re not saying anything.

And it’s necessary to let your friend(s) know how much you appreciate their presence in your life with some appreciation paragraphs every day.

Below are top-notch appreciation paragraphs for best friend you can always forward to your best friend in 2024 and beyond. Enjoy!

Best Friend Appreciation Paragraphs

You can make your friend’s day a little more special and make him or her feel loved with these best friend appreciation paragraphs as this post was written with you in mind.

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1. Knowing that you will always be there for me is a wonderful feeling. You’re an amazing friend that’s worth keeping all the days of my life and I’m glad to have you in my corner. No matter what life brings our way, I’ll always love your back. Thank you for being real and I love you more.

2. You always give me a thousand reasons to always believe in myself even when no one else does. You add so much meaning to life with your friendship. You know I love you, right? Well, I do. Always have, always will.

3. Thank you, my dearest friend for everything you do and you are. You’re my everyday inspiration, my courage and strength. I can’t imagine my life without you and your friendship. I love you to the moon and back, best friend.

4. With every passing day, my heart is filled with gladness and it’s all thanks to having you as a friend. With you z my heart is filled with gratitude and love. I’m blessed to have you in my life and I love you so much.

5. Every time I reminisce about you and your friendship, there’s always a reason to smile and be thankful. Without an iota of doubt, you’re indeed the best part of my life. Thank you for coming into my life and I love you completely.

6. You’re a wonderful friend that’s worth more than the finest pearl in the world because your friendship is inestimable and priceless. Thank you for being a true friend. I love you more than you can imagine, best friend.

7. Even with my shortcomings and flaws, you still chose to be my good friend and that’s why I love and admire everything about you. Thank you for always bringing out the best in me and I love you beyond words.

8. Thank you for looking beyond my imperfections and for being my life support system over the years. You’re an amazing friend and I’m really blessed to have you in my life. I love you more than you know.

9. Your friendship is everything and more to me; I can’t envisage my life without you in it. You’re my everyday happiness, motivation and strength. Thank you for all you do and I love you unconditionally .

10. You’re a wonderful and sweet treasure that I will always cherish for the rest of my life. You came into my life and add beautiful meaning to it with your friendship. Thank you so much and I love you forever.

11. You’ve been my strength, my courage and my motivation through every twist and turn of life. You’re indeed a lifesaver and I’m blessed to have a friend in you. I love you beyond the stars, best friend.

12. Buddy, you’re more than what I bargained for in a friend. You sure exceed my expectations; you’re kind, understanding and loving. Thank you for always being my backbone and I love you more.

13. Thank you for accepting me just the way I am; you love me beyond my flaws and shortcomings. From the depth of my heart, I want you to know that I will always cherish every single day with you. I love you completely.

14. You mean the world to me, my good friend. I pray that our friendship bond will continue to grow stronger than ever before with every sunrise. Thank you for all you do and I love you beyond words.

15. You’re not just a friend to me, you’re also family and I need you to know that your friendship means everything to me. Always have, always will. I pray that our friendship lasts for as long as there’s breath in us. I love you deeply.

Appreciation Paragraphs for Girl Best Friend

Your female best friend will feel loved and appreciated when she receives this amazing collection of appreciation paragraphs for girl best friend.

These paragraphs were written with you in mind. Yes, you! Enjoy!

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16. Thank you for being worthy of the word ‘friend’. You’re more than what I prayed for in a friend because you exceed my expectations and I need you to know that I’m blessed to have you. I love you so much.

17. You’re always there for me through the ups and downs of life and I need you to know that I will always cherish you and our friendship until my last breath. I love you more than you can imagine, best friend.

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18. Thank you for being my life support system over the years ; you’re indeed the best part of my life and I’m glad to call you my friend. You know I love you, right? Well, I do.

19. You always bring out the best in me and helping me to always believe in myself every day. With you, every obstacle is a wonderful opportunity in disguise and I love you more than you can imagine.

20. With you, I know that I don’t get to face my anxieties and worries alone. You’ll always be there to help me, encourage me to be strong and always have my back. Thank you for all you do and I love you forever.

21. With your friendship, I’m always motivated to be the best version of myself every day. I’m really blessed to have you as my friend and I pray that our friendship lasts forever. I love you completely.

22. My life without you is unimaginable; you’re someone special that I can’t give up for anything, not even for the purest of gold. Your friendship is inestimable and I’m glad to have you. I love you tenderly, best friend.

23. For your friendship, no amount of money will be enough to pay for it. You’re a wonderful gift from God to me and humanity. I’m eternally grateful to God for blessing me with someone amazing like you are. I love you deeply.

24. I miss being with an amazing friend like you and I want you to know that I can’t wait to see you soon and continue to create awesome memories together. I love you to the moon and back.

25. You’re a special friend that I will always adore and treasure all the days of my life until the end of time. I pray that our friendship bond never fades away with the uncertainties of life, but continue to grow stronger than ever before. I love you so much.

26. I’m thankful to have a wonderful friend like you and I need you to know that I will always be there for you. Thank you for all you do; I really appreciate it all and I love you more than you can imagine.

27. I feel so blessed knowing that I have someone special like you who will always have my back anytime, any day. Our friendship means everything to me and I’m glad to call you mine forever. I love you dearly, best friend.

28. Thank you so much for always inspiring me to be the best version of myself every passing day. I admire your charisma and personality; I really do and I bless God for bringing you into my life. I love you beyond the stars.

29. Bestie, you’re one sure person I can always rely on any time, any day to always come through for me. You’ve been the shining light in my life during my darkest days and I need you to know that I’m really grateful to have a friend like you. I love you more than you know.

30. The bond will share will always be till the end of the age, because I can’t envisage a world and my life without you in it. Your friendship is everything and more to me and I’ll always cherish every moment with you. I love you forever.

Appreciation Paragraphs for Boy Best Friend

Get inspired to express your heartfelt gratitude for having an amazing person like your male best friend with these appreciation paragraphs for best friend – boy.

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31. You’re more of a family to me than a friend and every day with you is always filled with tons of laughter, happiness and love. I really appreciate all that you do and I’m glad to have you in my life. I love you dearly.

32. You’ve stood by me through the thick and thin of life and I need you to know that I’m so grateful to have an amazing friend like you. With you, I have everything I need to be the best version of myself. I love you so much, best friend.

33. A true and real friend is who you are and I’m thankful to God for bringing you into my life. You’re a wonderful gift to humanity and most importantly, to me and I love you to the moon and back.

34. You’re a friend that’s worth keeping all the days of my life. Yes, you! Thank you so much for being amazing just the way you are and thank you for always being there for me. I love you beyond the stars.

35. True happiness is never far fetched whenever I’m with you. I know that I didn’t do anything special to deserve your friendship, but I need you to know that I’m really glad to have you as a friend. I love you tenderly.

36. Beloved friend, I want you to know that every day with you is a day well spent. I value you and our friendship with every fibre of my being and I’m really glad to have you in my life. I love you more than you can imagine.

37. You’re a rare gem, a friend of inestimable value and I need you to know that I respect and admire you so much. Always have and always will. Thank you for all that you do and I love you completely.

38. Dear friend, I feel so blessed to have you in my life with every passing day. I promise never to take you or our friendship for granted because your friendship means everything to me. I love you so much.

39. You’ve done so much for me over the years and oftentimes, I do wonder what I did to deserve an amazing friend like you. You’re a beautiful gift that I will always treasure all the days of my life and I love you deeply, best friend.

40. My love for you will always be eternal and I need you to know that I will always value you, respect you and cherish every moment with you. Thank you so much for being a wonderful friend who I can always count on, anytime, any day. I love you forever.

41. Your friendship is a wonderful treasure that I will always adore all the days of my life until the end of the age. You’re a precious gem and I’m glad to have you as my friend. Thank you for coming into my life and I love you so much.

42. Thank you so much for standing by me all through the difficult moments. You’re indeed more than a friend and I need you to know that your friendship means so much to me. I love you completely.

43. I know that our friendship is definitely here to stay for as long as there’s breath in us and I need you to know that your friendship is everything to me. Thank you for always standing by me and I love you to the moon and back, best friend.

44. I’m really happy to have someone amazing and sweet as you are in my life. You’re supportive, you’re understanding and loving, and I’m blessed to have you as a friend. Thank you for all you do and I love you more.

45. Your friendship has shaped my life in many positive ways that I couldn’t have imagined. I know that I can never be able to repay you for all that you do, but I need you to know that I’m thankful for everything and I love you unconditionally.

Thank You Best Friend Paragraphs

With the dawn of each passing day, there will always be a reason to be happy when you have someone special and dear to your heart.

Go ahead and appreciate your best friend with these thank you paragraphs.

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46. I pray that the Almighty God will continue to bless you beyond measure just as you’ve blessed my life with your friendship over the years and you still do. Thank you so much for all you do and I love you so much.

47. Dear friend, our friendship is everything to me and I’ll always cherish every moment with you. You’re understanding and caring. Thank you for always being there for me and I love you beyond the stars.

48. I’m really blessed to have someone special like you as my best friend. Thank you for always being there for me. Thank you for always having my best interest at heart; I’m glad to have you in my life and I love you completely.

49. Our friendship is like the air I breathe every day and I need you to know that I’m thankful to have you as my best friend. You’re indeed the best among the rest and I’ll treasure your friendship forever. I love you more.

50. No one else can understand and love me as you do; you’re a rare gem and a good friend like no other. Thank you for not leaving me to my ruins. I’m so glad to have you in my life and I love you more than love itself.

51. I’m grateful for the gift of your friendship; it means everything to me. You’re always there for me when no one else does. Thank you so much for all you do and I love you beyond the stars.

52. Your friendship is all that really matters in a world full of uncertainties, twists and turns. With you, every day is worth looking forward to and I’m really glad to have you in my life. I love you so much, best friend.

53. Thank you so much for your words of encouragement and advice. For always being there for me and bringing out the best in me, all I can say is thanks for everything. You know I love you, right? Well, I do.

54. Beloved friend, you’re a special blessing and a beautiful gift to me from the Almighty God. I’m blessed to have you in my life. Thank you for adding sunshine to my world with your company. I love you more than you know.

55. Thank you very much for always motivating me to be better than who I was yesterday; I’m really glad to have someone amazing like you in my life. I love you to the moon and back, my darling friend.

56. Your understanding and generosity beat my expectations and I need you to know that I’m really blessed to have a friend like you. Thank you so much for always having my back and I love you beyond words.

57. You’re one of the best things in my life and your friendship is the best thing that has ever happened to me. I really appreciate all that you do and I’m glad to have you in my life. I love you to the moon and back, best friend.

58. Buddy, you’re an amazing friend who will always have a special place in my heart until the end of the age. Thank you for coming into my life and I want you to know that our friendship means everything to me. I love you dearly.

59. Your presence in my life comes with so many great tidings, bliss and love. Thank you very much for being a wonderful friend and a great companion. I love you so much, my good friend.

60. Every moment with you is always exciting and the atmosphere is always filled with so much happiness and love. Thank you for being a true friend and I need you to know that I will always be there for you. I love you forever.

Cute Paragraphs Thanking Your Best Friend

You can never go wrong with this collection of cute paragraphs for thanking your best friend.

Enjoy the following appreciation paragraphs for someone special and thank me later.

61. Your friendship over the years has positively changed my life and I want you to know that I’m blessed to have a lovely friend like you. Thank you for the journey so far and here’s a toast to better years ahead together. I love you so much, best friend.

62. Thank you so much for being a true and trustworthy friend whom I’m glad to call mine forever. The journey thus far has been awesome and it’s all thanks to your presence in it I love you more than you know.

63. Even whenever I’m weak, you always find a way to strengthen me and make me feel better and loved. I need you to know that I can’t appreciate you enough for everything you do, but I want you to know that I’m thankful. I love you more.

64. Thank you for always lending a helping hand whenever I needed one and most importantly, thank you for always having my back and giving me your shoulder to lean on during my downtimes. I love you to the moon and back.

65. I vow to always have your back just as much as you’ve always been there for me. I’m really lucky to have someone special and wonderful like you as a friend. You know I love you, right? Well, I do.

66. Having someone as sweet and wonderful as you are as my best friend is the best thing ever. I’m honoured to have you in my life and I promise to cherish our friendship till the end of the age. I love you beyond the stars.

67. Your friendship is indeed one of a kind; you’re understanding, you’re generous, you’re kind and supportive. Thank you for all you do and I promise to never take you nor our friendship for granted. I love you dearly, bestie.

68. You’re a very rare gem and I want you to know that I’m indeed lucky to have someone as wonderful as you are in my life. Thank you for making my life more beautiful with your presence in it. I love you tenderly.

69. Thank you for being an amazing friend, a wonderful comforter and my confidant. You and our friendship mean everything and more to me. I pray that our friendship bond gets stronger with every passing day. I love you beyond words, best friend.

70. Every day with you is worthwhile and every moment in your company is always filled with tons of laughter and happiness. Being friends with someone special and amazing as you are is the best thing ever that has ever happened to me. I love you completely.

71. All through my downtimes, you’ve always stood by me and I need you to know that I’m really blessed and lucky to have someone wonderful as you are as a friend. Thank you for everything thus far. I love you so much.

72. As long as there’s breath in me, I need you to know that I’ll always be thankful for having you as a friend. Words will never be enough to appreciate you for everything. You know I love you, right? Well, I do. Always have, always will.

73. Thank you for always being there for me; you’ve been my source of inspiration, strength and my everyday confidant. In return, I promise to always have your back and continue to cherish our friendship till the end of time. I love you so much, best friend.

74. Every morning is another wonderful opportunity to appreciate God for bringing someone special like you into my life. You’re of a kind and you’re full of kindness. Thank you for adding sunshine to my life and I love you tenderly.

75. I feel blessed to have you as my darling friend. I’ll always be short of words to express how grateful I am to have you in my life. You’re a lifesaver and my everyday happiness and motivation. Our friendship means so much to me and I’ll glad to have you as my best friend. I love you completely.

Thankful Paragraphs for Best Friend

Here’s a wonderful collection of thankful paragraphs you can always send to your best friend. Enjoy!

76. Your presence in my life has positively changed my whole life for the better and I need you to know that the journey with you thus far has really been awesome and exciting. Thanks for coming into my life. I love you so much, best friend.

77. I’m super lucky to have an awesome friend like you in my corner. Every moment with you is filled with lots of happiness and I need you to know that I’m thankful to have you as a friend. I love you dearly.

78. Thank you for always walking me through the process of becoming a better version of myself every day. I really appreciate all that you do and I need you to know that I’m glad to have you as a friend. I love you more.

79. No one else understands me better as you do. Despite my imperfections, you stood by me through it all and you still do. You’re indeed a rare breed and I’m blessed to have you as a friend. I love you so much, buddy.

80. No matter what happens in life, I promise to always stand by you and have your back, because I know you’d do the very same thing for me anytime, any day. You’re an amazing friend and I’m glad to have you in my life. I love you forever.

81. Buddy, I just want to say thank you so much for being an amazing, caring and true friend. I pray that our friendship ties continue to grow stronger every day. I love you to the moon and back.

82. You’re indeed a true friend; through thick and thin, you’ve always stood by me. I’m really grateful for your constant support, words of encouragement and kindness. Thank you for all you do. I really appreciate it and I love you more, bestie.

83. With you, every moment is always filled with gratitude, awesome adventure and great tidings. Thank you for always putting a smile on my face even amidst the highs and lows of life. I love you dearly.

84. Every day is worth living whenever you’re right next to me and I need you to know that our friendship is the best thing that has ever happened to me. You know I love you, right? Well, I do.

85. I’m so lucky to have you as my friend. Despite my flaws, you still stood by me. Thank you so much for not leaving me to my ruins; no one else understands and loves me as you do. I love you unconditionally.

86. You’re an epitome of awesomeness, you’re kind and generous and thoughtful, and I’m really blessed to have you as a friend. Thank you for all you do. I love you more than you can imagine.

87. Being friends with someone special like you are is one of the best things that ever happened to me. With you, the atmosphere is always filled with so much happiness, love and good vibes. I love you more than you know.

88. I will forever be grateful for your kindness and generosity and loving gestures towards me. I promise to always be there for you whenever the need arises and continue to cherish our friendship forever. I love you tenderly.

89. Thank you so much for always encouraging me to be the best version of myself with every sunrise. Your presence in my life means so much to me and I bless God for bringing someone awesome and kind like you are into my life. I love you beyond words, best friend.

90. Beloved friend, you will always have a special place in my heart and life. You’re a true friend indeed and I’m thankful to have you in my life. I love you completely.

Thanksgiving Paragraphs for Best Friend

Below are some of the best thanksgiving paragraphs for best friend you’d ever come across.

Go ahead and appreciate your friend today and beyond with these amazing paragraphs for him or her and thank me later.

91. Having you as a friend is the sweetest thing ever and I need you to know that I will always be grateful to God for blessing me with an amazing person like you. I love you to the moon and back, my best friend.

92. Every time I’m with you, there’s always something special and beautiful about the atmosphere. With you, every moment is always filled with tons of fun and laughter. Thank you for all you do. I love you dearly, my dearest friend.

93. With you right next to me, I believe that there’s no dream or goal too much to achieve. Thank you for always being my everyday inspiration and strength. I love you so much, my good friend.

94. You’re the best thing ever and I pray that our friendship bond will continue to get stronger with every passing day even amidst the highs and lows of life. Thank you for being real and I love you tenderly, my sweet friend.

95. With a wonderful friend like you in my life, every day is worth living and I need you to know that I’m really blessed to have you as a friend. You know I love you, right? Well, I do. Always have, always will.

96. Every morning, I feel blessed knowing that I have a friend in you. Thank you so much for always having my back. Our friendship means everything to me and I promise to never take it for granted. I love you deeply, my darling friend.

97. Buddy, thank you very much for being a wonderful, thoughtful and generous and supportive friend. I can’t imagine my life without you in it. Thank you for coming into my life and I love you beyond words, my lovely friend.

98. You’re my everyday motivation and courage and I want you to know that not a day will ever go by without being grateful for having someone wonderful like you as a friend. I love you so much, my beautiful friend.

99. Thank you for being an amazing friend thus far; you’re a friend I’ll never stop cherishing every moment we’re together until the end of the age. I love you to the moon and back, my wonderful friend.

100. Beloved friend, thank you so much for always being there for me. I’m so glad to have you in my life. The thoughts of you always brighten up my day and I want you to know that I really appreciate all that you do. I love you forever.

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60 Ways to Say “Thank You for Being a Friend”: Heartfelt Examples

By Status.net Editorial Team on January 5, 2024 — 11 minutes to read

Sometimes, a quick and simple “thank you” message is all you need to show your gratitude to a friend. Here are some examples to help you express your thanks:

Thank you for always being there for me!
I appreciate your friendship more than words can say.
You’re the best! Thanks for everything.
I couldn’t have done it without you – thank you!
Your support means the world to me, thank you.

Heartfelt Appreciation Notes

For times when you want to go into more depth and share a meaningful message of thanks, consider crafting a heartfelt appreciation note. Here are some examples to inspire you:

You’ve touched my heart and soul with your kindness, understanding, and love. Thank you for being an irreplaceable friend.
Our friendship has weathered the test of time, and I am forever grateful for your unwavering support and guidance. Thank you for being the person I can always count on.
The warmth and sincerity of your friendship mean more to me than you will ever know. I am grateful for the moments we share and the bonds we’ve formed. Thank you for being a friend I cherish deeply.
To a friend who has always been there through thick and thin, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude. Your unwavering loyalty and trust in me have provided me with a solid foundation in life. Thank you for everything you do.

Personalizing Your Thanks

Acknowledging specific actions.

When you want to thank someone for being a friend, it’s important to acknowledge the specific actions or gestures they’ve done for you. This way, your gratitude is genuine and meaningful. Here are some examples of phrases you can use:

“Thank you for always listening and offering your shoulder to lean on.”
“I appreciate your patience when helping me with that challenging project!”
“Your support during my tough times made all the difference.”
“I’ll never forget how you went out of your way to help me on my moving day.”

By mentioning the specific actions, you show that you truly value their friendship and care.

Complimenting Personal Traits

Another way to personalize your appreciation is by complimenting the personal traits that make your friend special. Highlighting these attributes can make your thank you even more heartfelt. Here’s a list of sample phrases to convey your gratitude:

“Your kindness and generosity amaze me every day, thank you!”
“I’m so grateful to have a friend as reliable and trustworthy as you.”
“Your humor always brightens my day – thank you for that!”
“I admire your creativity and thoughtfulness in everything you do.”

Thank You for Support

It’s important to express gratitude to those who have supported us along the way. There are countless ways to show your appreciation. Here are some example phrases that can help you convey your gratitude for someone’s support:

Thank you for always being there for me, no matter what.
Your support has made all the difference in my life.
I couldn’t have done it without you by my side.
Your encouragement has meant the world to me.
I am so grateful for your unwavering support through the years.

Tailor your appreciation to make it unique and personalized. Consider these examples:

Highlight a specific moment: Thank you for standing by me when I felt alone.
Mention a particular quality they possess: Your endless patience truly amazes me.
Acknowledge the impact on your life: You’ve opened my eyes to new ideas and perspectives.

Sometimes, actions speak louder than words. You can also show your gratitude through different gestures, such as a heartfelt card, a thoughtful gift, or spending quality time together.

Appreciation for Friendship

Below are some example phrases you can use to express gratitude to your friends for their companionship:

Thank you for always being there for me, through thick and thin.
I appreciate your unwavering support and kindness in good times and bad.
Our friendship means the world to me, and I don’t know what I would do without you.
I’m grateful for the laughter, tears, and memories we’ve shared together.
Your constant encouragement and faith in me never go unnoticed.

You can also use more personalized statements that refer to specific experiences or memories. For example:

Thank you for the unforgettable road trip we took last summer, it was amazing!
I appreciate all the late-night talks and advice you’ve given me over the years.
I’m so grateful for that time you took care of me when I was sick.
Your surprise party for my birthday really touched my heart, thank you.

In expressing your appreciation for friendship, consider writing a letter, sending a message, or even telling them face-to-face. Here are some phrases to help you start that conversation:

I just wanted to take a moment to say how much I appreciate our friendship.
Thank you for being a friend I can always count on.
I cherish the bond we’ve built and the memories we continue to create.
I couldn’t be more grateful to have you in my life.
Thank you for being my rock, my confidante, and my sounding board.

A simple “thank you” can mean a lot to someone, and showing your appreciation can strengthen your friendship for years to come.

Thanks for Advice and Guidance

Everyone appreciates receiving advice or guidance from a friend, especially when it is genuinely helpful. So, when a friend gives you valuable input, it is important to express gratitude. Here are some examples of phrases to convey thanks for their advice and guidance:

Thank you for sharing your wisdom; it has really made a difference.
I appreciate your perspective and the time you took to help me.
Your guidance has been invaluable; I can’t thank you enough.
I’m so grateful for your advice; it has helped shape my decisions.

Sometimes, a friend may not have all the answers but their support or encouragement means just as much. Here are some phrases for expressing your appreciation for their emotional support:

Your encouragement has been a lifeline for me; I’m truly grateful.
Thank you for believing in me; it has made all the difference.
I couldn’t have pushed through without your support; thank you so much.
Your positive energy has been a beacon in my life, thank you.

In some instances, your friend might have guided you through a difficult situation or decision. The following phrases will help you express your gratitude for this particular type of support:

Your advice during my tough times was invaluable; I can’t thank you enough.
I’m grateful for your guidance during such a difficult time.
Thank you for being there for me and showing me the way.
Your advice on my hard decision was exactly what I needed to hear; thank you.

We all have those friends who simply offer a listening ear or a shoulder to cry on. It’s important to acknowledge their support too, so here are a few phrases you can use:

Thank you for listening and being there when I needed you most.
I appreciate your willingness to lend me an ear and be my sounding board.
Just knowing that you were there for me means more than words can say.
Your empathy and understanding have been a true comfort; thank you.

Choosing a phrase or two that best fits your situation can help you genuinely communicate your thanks and appreciation to a friend who’s always there for you.

Gratitude for Companionship During Tough Times

Tough times can make us feel isolated and alone, but having a friend by your side can make the journey more bearable and even strengthen the bond between two people. It is important to express gratitude for your friend’s support, and there are many ways to do so. Use these friendly example phrases to say thank you for being there when times were rough:

Your support means the world to me, thank you for being there in my darkest moments.
In difficult times, your friendship has been like a beacon of light guiding me.
Your kindness and compassion during my struggles have made all the difference.
Thank you for being the anchor I needed during this stormy time in my life.
Your unwavering support has helped me stay strong during the toughest times.
It’s amazing how your presence can transform a gloomy situation into something brighter.
I don’t think I could have gotten through this without you by my side.
Your listening ear and wise advice provided me with the strength to persevere.
Knowing that I can count on you has made all the difference in my journey.
You’ve been a rock for me when others have faded away.

Expressing gratitude doesn’t always have to be grand gestures. A simple text message or a quiet moment, sharing these heartfelt words can go a long way in showing your appreciation.

Thank You Notes for Special Occasions

Special occasions are perfect opportunities to show your appreciation to friends and loved ones.

You made my day with your thoughtful gesture.
Your friendship makes life sweeter than a box of chocolates.
You truly went above and beyond, and I’m forever grateful.
You’re the heart and soul of every celebration.
It’s friends like you who make the ordinary extraordinary.
Your presence made the event memorable for years to come.
Your generosity is a gift that keeps on giving.
You never fail to surprise me with your kindness.
I’m lucky to have you in my life to celebrate every moment.
Your unique touch added magic to our gathering.
You paint my world with the brightest colors.
Thank you for always being my ray of sunshine on a cloudy day.
Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated—you’re an absolute gem.
Our friendship is a treasure that I cherish in every moment.
Your endless enthusiasm fills me with joy.
You have the uncanny ability to make every day feel like a celebration.
Thank you for being my rock in a rollercoaster world.
You bring a sparkle to every occasion.
Your unwavering support makes every challenge bearable.
I am eternally grateful for the laughter and love you bring to my life.

When writing a thank you note, make sure you personalize it with a specific message about the occasion and why their presence or contribution was meaningful to you. For example:

“It meant so much to have you at my graduation party. Your presence made it an unforgettable moment. Thank you for being there to celebrate my success.”

“I couldn’t have imagined our baby shower without you. Your amazing decorating skills made the event truly special for us. Thank you for making our day unforgettable.”

Showing Gratitude Through Actions

Sometimes, words aren’t enough to express your appreciation for someone’s friendship. By demonstrating gratitude through meaningful actions, you’ll further strengthen the bond between you and your friends. Here are some ways to show your appreciation:

Write a heartfelt, handwritten note or letter
Offer assistance with a task or errand
Plan a surprise get-together or party in their honor
Cook a meal for them or invite them over for dinner
Share a thoughtful, personalized gift
Create a photo album or scrapbook highlighting your friendship
Volunteer together for a cause that they care about

Small gestures can also convey gratitude, such as:

Leaving a positive note in their workspace or bag
Lending them a listening ear when they need to talk
Sharing words of encouragement or a motivational quote
Offering a hug
Remembering important dates, like birthdays and anniversaries

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some heartfelt expressions of gratitude towards a friend.

If you’re looking for heartfelt expressions of gratitude, you can consider the following phrases:

You truly mean the world to me, thank you for always being there.
My life is better because of your friendship, thank you from the bottom of my heart.
I am so grateful for our bond, thank you for being my rock.

Can you suggest some creative ways to say thank you for a friend’s support?

Here are some creative ways to express your gratitude:

Write a heartfelt note or poem and share it with your friend.
Create a personalized playlist expressing your appreciation.
Craft a handmade gift that signifies your friend’s support in your life.

How can I show appreciation for a friend’s kindness in words?

To show appreciation for your friend’s kindness, use positive, affirming language such as:

Your kindness means the world to me.
I am grateful for the generosity you’ve shown me.
Thank you for your endless patience and understanding.

What are some informal ways to thank a friend for being there for me?

For a more casual thank you, try these phrases:

You’re the best! Thanks for always having my back.
You rock! So grateful for your support.
Cheers to you for being an amazing friend!

Could you offer examples of phrases to acknowledge a friend’s help?

I couldn’t have done it without you, thank you for your help!
Your assistance made a world of difference, thank you so much.
I appreciate your help more than words can express, thank you for everything.

How do I express a sincere thank you to someone for their friendship?

Consider these phrases:

I am eternally grateful for your friendship and support.
Your friendship is a gift I will always cherish, thank you.
I’m so grateful to have someone like you in my life, thank you for everything.
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15 Best Ways to Say "Thank You for Being a Friend"

How to Say Thank You to a Friend

Having great friends is one of the many joys in life. Your friends are always there for you, from listening to your rants, giving you advice, having fun times together to being there when times get tough or when life gets messy. A useful friend synonym might be "confidante" which has a similar meaning. If you have a few friends that fill this role in your life, you might have considered sending them a message to let them know what a beautiful person they are or how much they mean to you.

However, finding the right words to say can feel tricky. How do you explain your emotions on paper? It's not like you're saying thank you to your boss . This means something! How do you let someone know how much you care about them? What's the best way to show what being a good friend to you represents? In this article, we'll cover a few ideas on the 15 best ways to say " Thank You For Being A Friend ." Write an appreciation message that really connects with your favorite best friend quote.

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Why Should I Tell My Friend I'm Thankful For Our Friendship?

Writing thank you messages for friends is one of the nicest things that you can do. It shows them how much they mean to you and tells them what their friendship means to you . It can make both of your feel happier to send an "appreciating-a-friend" message . If it's true friendship, you should let them know what they mean to you.

There are no rules when it comes to telling friends who've been there for you just how grateful you are for having them in your life. Still, there are some great times throughout the year when sending a card, letter , e-mail, or even Facebook message could be appropriate, such as birthdays , holidays, anniversaries, graduations, promotions, or weddings. However, you aren't limited to special days to send appreciation messages . You can send good friends a thank you note "best friend award" or appreciation message any time you want to express gratitude! Send a gratitude letter to friend (or foe) today!

SEE ALSO: Best Surprise Birthday Ideas for Friends

15 Ways To Tell Your Friend "Thank You"

Try the thankful quotes for friends, whether a birthday letter for a best friend or just a friend. Use them as-is or as a jumping off point for your own ideas. Sending your gratitude is a great way to make a good friend an even better friend and acknowledge their role in your life in such a positive way. Try them with your next appreciation post. Express recognition so that your recipient really gets it.

1) I'm so thankful for this friendship. The advice cards you used to send me meant so much. There's nothing more in the world that I appreciate than you being here for me through all the ups and downs in life.

2) You have always been there for me unconditionally. It's been a tough journey, but you're my inspiration. You are the one that I can go to when everything else seems hard or impossible in my life. Thank you for being here, friend!

3) Thanks so much for always being around. It's a comment on how much we mean to each other. I'm so lucky to have such a wonderful friend who knows what I'm thinking without having to say a single word. I'm thankful to have you as a friend in my life!

4) Thanks for all of the laughs, advice, and sweet (and naughty) memories throughout time. You are indeed a fantastic friend in my life who brings me happiness when I'm down. When I see you it's a sign that my life is back in control.

5) I'm so thankful to have you as a dear friend and confidant in my life! I love our awesome and crazy friendship. Remember that grad party where you took care of me all night? Throughout our friendship, you've provided me with so many unforgettable memories. Thanks for always being here for me!

6) I always hoped to have a friend like you. I can't account for why you like me so much, but I'm so thankful that you are in my life, and I appreciate all of our time together .

7) True friends are there through the ups and downs, supporting each other through hard times and good times. Having you as my friend is one of the best things that could ever happen to me. Thank you for accepting me just as I am. You're genuinely one of the best friends I've ever had, and only you would understand that!

8) Thank you so much for the thoughtful and generous gift . You're such a sweet friend. You are a wonderful person and friend. I'm so thankful to have you in my life !

9) I'm so lucky to have you in my life, friend. Recently I realized this. You deserve all of the happiness in the world. Thanks for being such a fantastic friend to me!

10) I am truly blessed that we get to be bestest friends. You're one-of-a-kind, and I appreciate everything about you You're kind of a big deal in my book. Thank you for being a true friend, and God bless you.

11) Whenever life gets hard, and I don't know where to turn, I feel so thankful that I always have your shoulder to lean on. I love your funny ways and I couldn't ask for a better friendship than yours. I'm so glad you're in my life and thanks for all that you do! I know we'll be friends forever.

12) In case I haven't mentioned how important you are to me lately, my life would not be as great without your support and love lifting me up. Best friends listen first and foremost, and that's you. Thanks for always being a kindly friend.

13) I appreciate you always speaking your truth and telling me things I don't want to hear but need to hear. It may not be a pleasure to hear, but it's always helpful. You're such a great friend, and I am thankful for your friendship.

14) You're such an amazing friend. You are the greatest friend that I could ever ask for. You mean so much to me, even though I might not tell you every day. But I know what your response would be! I love you, friend!

15) You have been a great friend to me, and I appreciate you more than anything. I know it's hard to communicate instead of holding things in, but I'm thankful that you're always willing to tell me the truth. Forever grateful for your friendship!

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Three Ways To Make Your Note Stand Out

Before choosing what you want to say, you might want to consider how to make your not a little extra special for your friend. Here are three ways to make your note stand out .

Send A Handwritten Note

One way to personalize your " Thank for you being a friend " card is to simply write it out. An e-mail or text can feel impersonal, but a awe inspiring, handwritten card can help you stand out from the rest. If you're looking for a company that can help send handwritten letters , turn to Simply Noted . Sending supporting quotes for friend and family makes everyone around you feel appreciated .

We can automate all of your handwritten communications. Our handwriting robots are unparalleled in their ability to produce convincing penmanship. If you send a lot of handwritten cards , and you should, we can help. And remember to send your thank you card on time !

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Attach A Thoughtful Gift

Another way to make your thank you card stand out is by attaching it to a thoughtful gift . You can get creative and send your friend their favorite candy, a bouquet, a care package, or even a gift card to their go-to dining establishment. While it doesn't have to be huge, these thoughtful little gestures can make your friend feel super special! A thoughtful gift makes a nice complement to a thoughtful thank you note. You don't need party supplies if the party's in your card.

Speak From The Heart

Worried that your writing is repetitive? Don't use common words related to typical thank yous . Instead of "amazing" use an amazing synonym like "stellar." But really, you don't need to worry about what you say as long as you say what's true for you. This way to make your thank you card special is by speaking from the heart . It's the best way to generate an emotional thank you message . No matter what, it's always best to say something that comes directly from how you feel instead of reading a generic template or phrase online. Keep your bestie quotes short and to the point. Better to use your own words instead of repeating friend appreciation quotes from others. Let them know why they are important and memorable in your life! Remember that the opening, middle and letter closing you choose all matter!

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Tell Them You Love Them, But They Probably Already Know

If you want to tell your friend that you care, send them a thank you card ! We hope that this blog post has helped inspire your next note, and we wish you the best of luck in writing it. And if you need help with the end of your thank you card , we can help.

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