"Friendship is certainly the finest balm."
Jane Austen, Northanger Abbey
Actually young Catherine Moreland says "friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of disappointed love" when she fails to see her Mr. Tilney at the Pump Room in Bath. Instead, she meets a new friend who promises to be very amusing and will help take her mind off Mr. Tilney. In the modern age where words are often taken out of context --often with disastrous results--Jane's words are true in both quotes. My good friend and excellent needlewoman Sally embroidered this sampler for me because I'm such a fan of Jane Austen.
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What a lovely sampler! And to be done for you by a friend...makes it extra special!
ReplyDeleteHow thoughtful of your friend. The time involved in making this means so much and shows the caring sentiments. One can only pray for such a good friend in their life Faye!
ReplyDeleteI envy those who have the patience to needlepoint. This sampler is lovely. I hadn't heard this quote before, and really like it.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful simpler! Thanks for sharing Joann
ReplyDeleteYes, a beautiful definition, friendship is like a balm. Friendship is the necessary lubricant for our souls, and rubs them Ciando not damaged. Greetings.
ReplyDeleteA very nice keepsake indeed! And a new quote for me - - one I have not heard until now. Thanks for sharing Faye.
ReplyDeleteHi Faye, Thanks for visiting my blog. Please come back anytime. I am enjoying yours.
ReplyDeleteThe Sampler is awesome... Jane Austen's words are wonderful... Friendship is the BEST... I have met so many new friends through blogging...
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Hugs,
Betsy
I agree with you that both versions of the quote are true. I like the sampler with the quote that was made for you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely and talented friend you have.
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