Celebrate Friendship Day on 2nd August ' 2009, Sunday

Friends are always valued in the live of human beings. To celebrate this noble feeling it was deemed fit to have a day dedicated to friends and friendship. By a Proclamation made by US Congress in 1935, first Sunday of August was declared as a holiday in US to honor friends. Since then, World Friendship Day is being celebrated every year on the first Sunday in the month of August.

This golden idea of celebrating friendship day was accepted by many other countries around the world. And today, many countries including India, celebrate the first Sunday of August as Friendship Day every year. Celebrating Friendship Day in a traditional manner, people meet their friends and exchange cards and flowers to honor their friends. Lot many social and cultural organization too celebrate the occasion and mark Friendship Day by hosting programs and get together.

Various Dates to Celebrate Friendship
It may be noted that some associations celebrate Friendship Day in an entirely different time of the year and with different customs. For instance,

National Friendship Day is on the first Sunday in August.
Women's Friendship Day is on the third Sunday in August
International Friendship Month is February
Old Friends, New Friends Week is the third week of May

However, what is remarkably same is the idea behind the celebration of the day. Everywhere, people express love for their friends and cherish their presence in life.

Variety of Friendship Day Gifts

Exchange of Friendship Day Gifts are significant in strengthening the relationship you share with your loved ones. Selecting a friendship gift for your dearest friend is not an easy job. A friendship present need not be precious and expensive ones but it must definitely exude love and warmth you feel for your friend. Here are some popular and awesome ideas for friendship day gifts to make your task easier.

Friendship Bands

A Friendship Band is the most popular Gift for Friendship Day. One can choose from a range of colorful friendship bands available in the market. Instead of the conventional wristbands, one can go for the friendship bracelets which come in attractive designs for both boys and girls. This way your Friendship Day can stay longer with your friends besides it works as token of your love.

Chocolates

Go in for a hamper of your friend's favorite chocolate to bring that million dollar smile on his/her face. A zestful idea would be to make a decorated friendship basket consisting of your friend's favorite gift items like chocolates, candy, cookies, a bunch of flowers, etc. Hence, Chocolates makes a yummy and delicious Friendship Day gift for foodies.

Soft Toys

Soft Toys are especially appreciated by girls who love to decorate their rooms with loads of soft toys and animals gifted by their loved ones. Select your friends favorite cartoon character to leave a lasting impression.

Photo Frames and Photo Albums

Photo frames and photo albums make a wonderful friendship day gift. You may place a picture of you along with your friend or pictures of good time spend together to create beautiful memories.

Flowers

The best and easiest way to convey emotions is a bunch of fresh flowers. If you are invited for a Friendship Day do, carry an attractive bouquet of pretty flowers for that heart touching impact.

Show Pieces

Aesthetically designed show pieces are another extremely popular option for Friendship Day Gift. Depending upon your choice one can go in for glass, metals, wood or crystal show pieces. Besides, making a delightful Friendship Day Gift, decorative pieces help to create beautiful memories.