Writing Challenge #19: Tribute to a Friend

"Friends are the family that we choose for ourselves." Lindsay GreenDo you have a friend who is more like family than your own true blood? I do. My extended family is very close, but my relationship with my truest friend is even closer. This month we are going to write a Tribute to a Friend on our blogs. Open a new blog post on your page and get writing. Name your post "Writing Challenge #19: Tribute to (friend's name)".1. QuoteShare a quote about friendship that describes your relationship with your friend2. Name your friendInclude the first name of your friend (or create a "pretend" name or "nickname" if you want to remain anonymous)3. How we became friendsShare some history.4. Why we stayed friendsShare some history.5. Best qualitiesChoose 5 perfect adjectives to describe your friend's best qualities.6. Why is your friend like family?Write a sentence about how your friend is like part of your family.7. Friendship highlightShare a moment in your friendship that you will never forget.8. Complete the sentenceThe last time I saw my friend we...9. Thank you noteAdd a short thank you note written directly to your friend. When you are done, email your page to your friend. (Please come back and share a link to your page in the comments below too.)10. PhotoInclude a photo of you and your friend if you have permission. If not, describe what the photo would look like.My example of a tribute is below. Use the 10 points above to create your own tribute (or think of your own way to write a tribute).Tribute to a Friend

"A true friend is someone who thinks you are a good egg even if you are half-cracked. " Author Unknown
My Friend: Auntie AndyHow we became friends: We grew up on the same street.Why we stayed friends: We went to the same school, had a shared group of friends, and continued to enjoy each other's company into adulthood. Distance could not come between our friendship.My friend's best qualities: cheerful, energetic, supportive, funny, thoughtfulWhy my friend is like family: My children call her "auntie" and think of her as their closest relative. She is there for me for all life's up and downs. People think we're sisters. She's the first one I call when I have news to share, whether it's good or bad.Friendship Highlight: Eating peanut butter sandwiches in a canoe while paddling around Lake Louise during our cross country trip across Canada.The last time I saw my friend we...went to an Olympic hockey game together!My note:Dear Auntie Andy,Thank you for being the best friend a girl could ask for. When I have a bad day, you cheer me. When I have a busy week, you forgive me for not keeping in touch. When I'm having the time of my life, you are usually with me. Even though we live far away from each other right now, we are closer than ever. I can't wait for our next visit! Thank you for being a true friend.Love TaraPS Why does our hair look the same colour in this picture? Weird.

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Tara Benwell December 27, 2010 14:41

Here is a new tribute by Grace. This is an amazing story of friendship.
Tara Benwell July 15, 2010 18:10

Great tribute Eva Su! Thanks for sharing about these great thoughts about your friend Rita!
Tara Benwell May 30, 2010 4:22

Yes, but you can try any of the ones before. Or, you can join this one or the next one. I'll be posting #20 soon!
Tara Benwell May 20, 2010 15:56

Here is a link to Juan Carlo's tribute. It will make you laugh!
Tara Benwell May 20, 2010 15:52

Hi Selma,

"Better late than never!" Actually, I hope members will come back to the writing challenges at any time. You are welcome to try any of the previous challenges too. There is no deadline. :)
Thanks again for all of the tributes so far.
Writers: Will you please share the link to this tribute with one of your MyEC friends? Choose a member who has not written yet! Don't forget to share your tribute with the friend you wrote about!

Thanks,
Tara
selma May 20, 2010 15:36

Hi Tara,
I am sorry for being late.
I hope, it will be interesting,
Have a cheerful day,

http://my.englishclub.com/profiles/blogs/writing-challenge-19-tribu...
Tara Benwell May 14, 2010 19:12

You're a hero Monika. Thanks for digging these up!
Monika May 14, 2010 17:06

Hi Tara!
Thank you very much for your visit and comment on my challenge,your nice words are a big reward for me.
BTW,I found Dasha's challenge:
http://my.englishclub.com/profiles/blogs/writing-challenge-19-tribu...
&Mayumi's between the blogs:
http://my.englishclub.com/profiles/blogs/writing-challenge-19-tribu...
Tara Benwell May 14, 2010 15:41

@dayana2 Interesting comment. Sometimes we truly do need to make a new friend. I've had days like those. I hope you'll meet yours soon. Maybe you need to join something, like a Dragon Boat team. I did that once! And I hope you'll give your old friends a chance again soon. Sometimes we just need time to pass. Our new experiences will liven up a weary friendship. Keep your chin up!
Monika May 13, 2010 19:19

Hi Tara!
I gladly announce,that finally I prepared my challenge:
http://my.englishclub.com/profiles/blogs/writing-challange19tribute-to
Thank you for the opportunity,to let us think about the tribute we owe our friends.

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