Somehow, in a world bursting with people, animals, birds, sea life, insects, and countless other living things, a world of plants, grasses, trees, rivers, lakes and oceans, of stars and planets, we still manage to feel lonely. Friendship is one of the greatest miracles of this life. To look on the many beings we share this world with as dear friends lifts us out of our feelings of loneliness. When our eyes are brightened with joy to see friendship all around, our hearts grow warm. This is meditation on the warmth of friendship.