Friendship is the shadow of the evening, which increases with the setting sun of life.

Wishing to be friends is quick work, but friendship is a slow ripening fruit.

If you have one true friend you have more than your share.

Depth of friendship does not depend on length of acquaintance.

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.

A true friend is the greatest of all blessings, and that which we take the least care of all to acquire.

Never explain - your friends do not need it and your enemies will not believe you anyway.

My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.

Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence.

I value the friend who for me finds time on his calendar, but I cherish the friend who for me does not consult his calendar.