This Dedication Page is quite simply, all about the Garden of Friendship and its Members, founded in 2000 by a wonderful woman of vision named Deelight whose qualities are reflected in every aspect of its existence on the World Wide Web. This year for the entire month of July we celebrated nine fantastic years of living Friendship together.

My personal journey to the Garden of Friendship actually began in 1999, the year after we acquired our computer even though this on-line community was non existent at that time. It was through a series of creative events and their unfolding that eventually led me to its gate in February of 2007.

Fair to state that from that moment, it has been and is an awesome adventure in discovery. Each step I take leads to another area of beauty, where opportunity of meeting individuals who share for the sake of sharing and give just because they can with no thought for personal gain continues to fill me with admiration and respect.

As with all successful communities every member has a role to fulfill beginning with our Garden Keepers who oversee the many committees and fun groups that make up the Garden of Friendship. They work behind the scenes often times, at least to me, tirelessly at their duties while listening, adjusting, encouraging and supporting where ever needed but mostly simply leading one and all by their loving example. They are the rocks, the foundation the rest of us stand upon for guidance and together form a strong and lasting bond based in the Garden of Friendship Creed.

Next there are the Committee Leaders, the Assistant Committee Leaders, the Group Leaders and Assistant Group Leaders who work directly with the Garden Keepers and whose function is to ensure each aspect of the community they are responsible for is running as smoothly as intended.

Then there are our Members at large, every one coming from all walks of life, from all parts of our world and even though living their own stories and experiences always seem to find the time to up-lift one another through kindness and loving friendship.

All have duties to perform being members of various Committees and Fun Groups as a basic requirement when joining the Garden of Friendship but it is important to mention that these positions are voluntary; no payment is offered or received for the dedication and commitment each individual offers through their service, one unto the other.

The Garden of Friendship Creed

"The Garden of Friendship was formed with a vision, a vision where men and women come together, form friendships, build on each other's weaknesses, thrive on each other's strengths, and move forward to improve ourselves and help others, making the world a happier place.

As humans, we all have weaknesses and insecurities. As a group, we have the power to overcome these uncertainties building confidence through the support of others. We have the ability to thrive and rise to the top.

Time is of the essence, and life is too short for us to spend time dwelling where we feel we are incapable or inadequate. We must learn to better ourselves and live each day as though it were our last. We should always strive to leave footprints on the hearts of those we touch, leaving happy memories behind.

We must be careful with our words, yet remain truthful. We must take the time to think before we speak as an innocent remark can often leave an emotional scar on a wounded heart. Our actions should always be backed by love and we should always treat others as we would want to be treated ourselves. One of our goals should be to always leave smiles behind us as we travel down the path of life.

We will not show prejudices nor will we discriminate. We must reach out and help others, particularly those less fortunate than we are. This may be done through a smile, a kind word, a gentle touch, a listening ear, or a shoulder to cry on. Just remember, a bridge would fall without proper support, as would we.

Earn trust through speaking the truth, as trust is one of life's most precious gifts, and once trust if violated, the structure of the friendship is weakened, sometimes impossible to mend."

Being a very small part of this community of caring individuals is in itself my greatest reward because each and every one I meet along with those I work with are for me true representation of what friendship is all about.

These are the current Committees I am very proud to be a member of :)

I have been with our wonderful GOF for 3 years now :)

Thank You Dear Garden Keepers :)

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