TABLE OF CONTENTSPREFACEINTRODUCTION- FRIENDSHIP . CHAPTER 1 - BEGINNING OF AN UNFORGETTABLE FRIENDSHIP. CHAPTER 2 - SHARED ADVENTURES. CHAPTER 3 - CHALLENGES. CHAPTER 4 - ABSENCE MAKES THE HEART GROW FONDER .PREFACEWhen I think of the journey of our friendship. I'm filled with gratitude and joy. This story is a testimony to the power of connection and the beautiful moments we have shared together . From the first time we met , there was an instant spark that ignited a friendship like no other. As I reflected on the laughter, the tears and the countless memories we have created. I am reminded of the profound impact you have had on my life. The support and dedication through the highs and lows. Join me as I embark on this heartfelt journey                                         INTRODUCTION - FRIENDSHIP Friendship is a beautiful bond between people who care about and support each other. It's like having a companion who understands you, accepts you for who you are, and stands by your side through thick and thin. Friends share laughter, tears, and unforgettable moments together. They offer a listening ear, provide encouragement, and celebrate each other's successes. Friendship is a special connection that brings joy, love, and a sense of belonging to our lives. Friendship is like having a partner in crime, someone you can trust and rely on. It's about sharing secrets, dreams, and inside jokes. It's the feeling of comfort and understanding when you're together. Friendship is about being there for each other, through the highs and lows, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. It's a bond that brings happiness, support, and a sense of belonging. So, cherish your friendships and hold them close, because they are truly special.              CHAPTER 1 - BEGINNING OF AN UNFORGETTABLE FRIENDSHIPOn my first day of school, I was so elated . My sister took me to school in order to make enquiry regarding the school fees and uniforms. Having done that, we bid ourselves farewell. Then I realized life goes beyond my former school and family . I took a test in order to be sure if I fit in that class, JSS 1. I discovered that I was not the only new student that day, we were two. We took the test and went to class where we asked to introduce ourselves to the whole class, that was when I discovered the girl's name was Zaynab Shonibare. I didn't have a place to sit when I got to class, immediately I saw a girl who pushed her friend away just for me to sit. I was so happy I made some friends on that day. I later got to know their names. The one who pushed her friend is  "KAOTHAR" and the other "TAOFEEQAH"    Kaothar is a tall girl with a dark skin while Taofeeqah was of average height, we were of same age. Kaothar is jovial, brilliant and funny girl. Taofeeqah is fun to be around.  In my former school we closes around 1 o'clock . I was so happy that time has come for me to go home, I strapped my bag, on getting downstairs, I was told they wanted to pray and will return to class for academic activities. I was down but my friend gave me reason to want to be in school. School became a place I want to be . But we haven't become so close for them to tell me their secret. So whenever they want to say something secretive, they set me aside, I felt neglected but I didn't show it. There was a day my friends asked me who I like, I told them , that was the day our friendship became stronger, we began to tell each other everything. The interesting part was that we attended same MADRASAH (Arabic school). People commended me for being friends with them. They said I chose good people to be friends with. As time goes on, I became part of the brilliant people in my class.  We became 4 musketeers, alongside with Zaynab, I haven't mentioned her right?, Zaynab is a black skin girl with an average height, she is so calm but loves to argue. She was a part of the group before I joined. We named ourselves "HAKATZ"              HA for Habeebah              KA for Kaothar             T for taofeeqah              Z for zaynabThen zaynab started acting weird, she loves pretending, she likes people giving her the attention, she want people to always listen. One thing I loved about her was that she loves to argue. She acted so strange that we were always complaining about her. Zaynab started her weird behavior, then we all conclude that we can't be friends with her after several warnings. Then we reduced to three. Zaynab was doing fine without us. She made a new friend, Hameedah Adeyiga. We were happy for her. There was a girl in my class at that time, her name is Aisha, she was so brilliant but due to bad peers, she didn't have the ability to conquer. One of our seniors , Qareebah, noticed her and pleaded with us to let her join us, we agreed. Aisha was gentle , jovial,funny to be around. She is serious and playful at the appropriate time.