Friendship is a plant of slow growth and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to the appellation.

Friends show their love in times of trouble, not in happiness.

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

Friendship without self-interest is one of the rare and beautiful things of life.

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.

The language of friendship is not words but meanings

There is nothing on this earth more to be prized than true friendship.

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

Cherish your human connections: your relationships with friends and family.

Even where friendship is concerned, it takes me a long time to trust people.