By Chiara Sottile, Weekend TODAY

While February often conjures up images of the frills and confections of Valentine's Day, we have also just turned the calendar page to International Friendship Month. We collected a few of our favorite warm and fuzzy friendship moments that you submitted — from all across the country and even around the world.

To contribute to TODAY's Life Illustrated and share your memories, submit your photos here. Some of the submissions will be featured on the show this weekend!

Friends in far places

"A friend... somewhere on the border." - Ronald C. Oister

Jason and fawn

"Universal language... no words needed." - Dianna Norris

Dog and human friends

"Best friends." - Adeline Simone

A shoulder to lean on

"My niece and her best friend." - Beverly Starr Dove

Can we hold paws?

"Rocket and Jordan... best of friends!" - Laura Wells

Teammates

"Last day of soccer camp." - Chris Walker

Chiara Sottile is a news associate at Weekend TODAY and a multimedia journalist.

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