My Friend...
I want to thank you for the times you knew
I needed to talk and you were here
for me no matter what time of day or night.
For the times you sensed I needed a hug...
for the times when I was silent
and you just knew I needed you in some way.
So many times you've been a shoulder to lean on...
Thank you for being my friend
The web of friendship is tightly bound,
It is a place you feel safe and sound,
With friends around you, you are not alone,
For it is with them happiness you own,
If ever should arise a problem,
Just share it with them,
For friends are the ties that bind,
To lend a helping hand they do not mind.
A smile and laughter they do share,
These things let you know they care,
but also at times they may need to straighten you out,
Pay attention before you shout,
Sometimes they know you better than you know yourself,
And this can be your greatest wealth,
No matter what they tell you,
Just know that it is true,
From a friend it comes from the heart,
To heed and listen is a great start.
Friends are there for you no matter what may come,
You plus a friend equals a never-ending sum,
This someday may save your life,
From pain, heartache and strife,
Through happiness, sorrow, laughter, and tears they are there,
This is the way you know they care,
They are there for you, be there for your friends,
It is a circle that never ends.
And after all had been created and was neatly arranged,
He looked down upon the people of the earth and said,
"I cannot be there to comfort them in their sorrow,
I can't be there to wrap my arms around them.
I am here and yes, they will feel my presence but they'll need something more."
He paused for a moment and then said,
"I will create for them someone they can see and touch,
I will make this person understanding and compassionate, thoughtful and caring.
She won't need to be overly intelligent, just sensitive to others needs.
She will have a warm heart and gentle hands and all the time in the world,
or so it will seem to those she comforts.
Time will mean very little to her it will never be too late nor too early.
She will be a very blessed individual and
many will love her and come to her door often.
She will have to be something very special to take my place because
I love my children very much and I want them to have only the best,
they will have many trials and will need a strong shoulder."
And so he created this individual after much thought and time.
And then he said, "I must give her a name"
he paused for a moment more and then said,
"One of my greatest creations, I shall call her a Friend."
Just like a rose,
so precious and rare,
is the forever friendship
the Circle of us share.
Planted with kindness,
it's warmed by the sun
of caring and sharing,
laughter and fun.
It's grounded in trust
and nurtured by love,
with a sprinkling of grace
from God up above.
Tears of sadness and joy,
like dew, renew this friendship
I share with you.
And in the heart's garden,
we find the room to be ourselves,
to grow and bloom.
A blessing of beauty unsurpassed,
our friendship's a flower
that will always last.
I got a dozen red roses
From a friend the other day;
But I only have one left,
For I have them all away.
I gave one to my sister,
Who to me is very dear,
In hopes that it will bring to her
A little floral cheer.
I took one to a friend
Who's not feeling very well
The flower or the visit-
Which helped more I could not tell.
One went to a friend
I haven't known for very long.
She struggles, so in some small way
I hope this helps her carry on.
The rest went to the ones
Who've helped me in so many ways
They have been a cheerful presence
On my very dreary days.
The roses were so pretty
I just could not keep them all,
Except one single bud standing
Beautiful and tall.
My friend gave me the flowers
To help brighten up my day,
But the biggest joy I received
Was in giving them away.
Special people in our lives
Don’t often come along ,
But when they do they touch us
just like a lovely song
A song filled with meaning
And moves our very soul
A song of inspiration
That helps us reach our goal
A song that makes our spirits sing
Our heavy hearts so light
A song that gives us courage
So we won't give up the fight
A song that makes us smile : )
When we are feeling blue
A song filled with laughter
It makes us feel brand new
You're like a lovely song
So soothing to the heart
A song composed by God himself
A priceless work of Art
~When you don't feel that you have to be perfect to be accepted
When you're given the freedom to be yourself in every situation
When you ask for an opinion knowing you'll be told the truth
When you share your heart without the risk of betrayal
When being together is more important than what you do
That is when you're in the presence of a F R I E N D~
A friend, is all of many things.
Most of which are smiles, laughter and tears.
Shared with you for many years.
Always there when needed, never offending.
Doing what's in need of being done.
Not overlooking, when you're hurting.
Nor criticizing, what you have done when you're down.
Reading what is in your heart, not the words you say.
A friend is all of these things and many more.
A friend in times of need, is difficult to find.
A pleasant way to ease your mind.
To know for sure you have one, a milestone on the road of life.
Friends need not have riches nor material things.
Only A heart to share.
Smiles on their faces; when you meet.
The songs in your hearts play the same tunes.
Their smiles are your smiles.
Their laughter, yours.
Friends are able to empathize feelings of others.
For under the skin deep within,
We are all sisters and brothers.
Life is a garden,
good friends are the flowers.
And time spent together
lifes happiest hours ...
And friendship, like flowers,
blooms ever more fair.
When carefully tended,
By dear friends who care.
I've nothing else to offer,
So it's love to you I'll send
It's nothing that I borrowed,
And it's nothing that I'd lend.
It has no dollar value
And it can't be over used.
It isn't fragile so it will not break,
But often it's abused.
I've given it to others,
But each time it is unique.
It's meaning is always different,
Depending on what you seek.
It's something you can store away
To feel when you're in need
But never is it on display,
It's beauty can't be seen.
I'm giving it to you,
No Strings Attached,
No Costly Warranty.
Because this love that I am sending
Has A Lifetime Guarantee!
Being a friend I don't take lightly,
A best of friend cares what you do
A best of friend is there when you're blue
A best of friend understands when you're mad
A best friend cheers you up when you're sad
A best friend listens to your thoughts
A best friend forgives you when you've fought
A best friend cares when you're ill
A best friend cares and always will.
You are a friend
Who will always be there
You are a friend>
With my secrets I share
You are a friend
Who I can rely on
You are a friend
With a shoulder to cry on
You are a friend
Who understands
The way that I feel
Like no one else can
You are a friend
Who when there is doubt
I can turn to
And let it out
You are a friend
I hope I will keep
For when we argue
My sadness does creep
You'll be there until the end
Cause your not just my friend
You'll be there until the end
Because you are my best friend
I'd just like to say
That now and forever, friends we'll stay
You have been there through a lot of hard times
When I was upset and needed to cry
I know you just cant say no
And a friend like you I wont let go
And if you ever need a friend, I will be here in the end
Thank you for all you've done
When I'm with you I just have fun
You always help me to forget
Making friends with you I'll never regret
Life is sweet because of the friends we have made
And the things which in common we share;
We want to live on, not because of ourselves,
But because of the ones who would care.
It's living and doing for somebody else
On that all of life's splendor depends,
And the joy of it all, when we count it all up,
Is found in the making of friends.
With these words I send your way,
A smiling daisy and a Bear Bouquet.
It is meant for only you
Because of the wonderful things you do.
You make me smile,
you make me laugh and you dry my tears
You chase the blues away
every time you're near.
If asked the definition of a true
and loving friend.
I'd say it was someone who's
caring has no end.
Someone who is with you
through good times and bad.
Loves you when you're moody
cheers you when you're sad.
Gives love and reassurance
that wrongs will soon be right.
Makes you feel beautiful
when you look a fright
The description of a friend
could not be more true.
The friend I speak of
is none other than
YOU!!
somewhere b e t w e e n the procrastination.... and the homework.....
and the incessant forwards..... and
the friendships..... and the calls to each other complaining about
crushes!!...... Somewhere b e t w e e n the phone calls to
old friends.....
And the
"I miss you's", the "I love you's"....... And the
"What are we doing tonight's?"..... And somewhere b e t w e e n all
of the changing, growing... Somewhere b e t w e e n the classes........ And the
skipping classes...... And the studying for tests.......And the pretending to
study for tests....... And the downright NOT studying for tests... I
forgot.......... I forgot what high school is all about. I forgot what it
meant to cry....... I forgot that pretending to be happy doesn't make you
happy........... And that pretending to be smart doesn't make you smart
............ I forgot that you can't just forget the past in fear of the
future.......... I forgot that you can't control falling in love...........
And that you can't make yourself fall in love........... I learned that I can
love......... I learned that it's okay to mess up......... And it's okay to
ask for help......... And it's okay to feel like crap......... I learned it's
okay to complain and whine to all your friends for a whole day........ I
learned that sometimes the things you want most you just can't have. I learned
that the greatest thing about high school isn't the parties or the DRiNKiNG or
the hook-ups... It's the friendships, which means taking chances........ I
learned that sometimes the things we want to forget are the things which we
most need to talk about.......... I learned that letters from friends are the
most important things. And that sending cards to your friends makes you feel
better. But, basically, I just learned that my friends........ Both o l d and
new......... Are the most important people to me in the world. AND.......without
them, I wouldn't be who I am today.....
So this is a thank you to all of my friends. . For always being there. And
even if were not on good terms or we have lost touch...
I still care for you...
The old man turned to me and asked
"How many friends have you?"
Why 10 or 20 friends have I,
And named off just a few...
He rose quite slow with effort
And sadly shook his head
"A lucky child you are
To have so many friends," he said
But think of what you're saying
There is so much you do not know
A friend is just not someone
To whom you say "Hello"
A friends a tender shoulder
On which to softly cry
A well to pour your troubles down
And raise your spirits high
A friend is a hand to pull you up
From darkness and despair...
When all your other "so called" friends
Have helped to put you there
A true friend is an ally
Who can't be moved or bought
A voice to keep your name alive
When others have forgot
But most of all a friend is a heart
A strong and sturdy wall
For from the hearts of friends
There comes the greatest love of all!!!
So think of what I've spoken
For every word is true
And answer once again my child
How many friends have you???
And then he stood and faced me
Awaiting my reply
Softly I answered
"If lucky...... one have "I"
You!!!!"
God knew that everyone needs
Companionship and cheer,
He knew that people need someone
whose thoughts are always near.
He knew they need someone kind
To lend a helping hand,
Someone to gladly take the time
To care and understand.
God knew that we all need someone
To share each happy day,
To be a source of courage
When troubles come our way.
Someone to be true to us
Whether near or far apart,
Someone whose love we'll always hold
And treasure it in our hearts.
That's why God gave us friends.
A Simple Friend has never seen you cry.
A Real Friend has shoulders soggy from your tears.
A Simple Friend doesn't know your parent's first names.
A Real Friend has their phone numbers in the address book.
A Simple Friend brings a bottle of wine to your party.
A Real Friend comes early to help you cook and stays late to help you clean.
A Simple Friend hates it when you call after he/she has gone to bed.
A Real Friend asks you why you took so long to call.
A Simple Friend seeks to talk with you about your problems.
A Real Friend seeks to help you with your problems.
A Simple Friend wonders about your romantic history.
A Real Friend could blackmail you with it.
A Simple Friend, when visiting, acts like a guest.
A Real Friend opens your refrigerator and helps himself.
A Simple Friend thinks the friendship is over when you have an argument.
A Real Friend knows that it's not a friendship until after you've had a fight.
A Simple Friend expects you to always be there for them.
A Real Friend expects to always be there for you!
In a friendship
We're free to expose,
Parts of ourselves
Nobody else knows.
But the thing that sustains it
And sets it apart,
Is not something spoken
It's a bond of the heart.
True friends are rare
In a lifetime two or three,
I'm so glad it happened
Between you and me!
We're joined in a friendship
That time cannot sever
With bonds we have built
We'll remain friends forever
We're welded in spirit
Attached by our hearts
And fused by the feelings
That friendship imparts
We're tied by emotions
Connected by dreams
Reinforced by our hopes
Unified by extremes
No longer a function
of time or of space
Our love is a substance
That life won't replace
No matter how distant
We'll always endeavor
To sense the full meaning
of Friendship Forever
As we walk our path of life,
We meet people everyday,
Most are simply met by chance,
But some are sent our way.
Those become the special friends
Whose bond we can't explain,
The ones who understand us
And share our joy and pain.
You make me feel so special
by the sweet things that you do,
and sharing your life wonders
you are a friend so true.
Your heart is full of tenderness
your cup overflows with love,
I know that your friendship came
from our dear Lord above.
You are always in my thoughts
as I hope I am in yours,
your friendship is the sweetest fruit
thru which life's blood just pours.
Walk with me as we grow old
please leave me not behind,
keep me always in your prayers
good friends are hard to find.
A true friend is someone
to laugh, cry and feel with.
They are an inspiration,
A Person who will lend a helping hand.
Although friends may not be forever,
And they may not be together in the end,
the memories of a true friendship will
last for eternity.
A friend is someone who will hold
a piece of a you in their heart.
Someone with whom you share a smile,
Someone to brighten up your day.
What makes someone a friend, and
not just another person in your life?
Is by saying the Love of your friendship
will stay true forever.
You are my friend and I hope you know that's true.
No matter what happens I will stand by you.
I'll be there for you whenever you need.
To lend you a hand to do a good deed.
So just call on me when you need me my friend.
I will always be there even to the end.
I can't give solutions to all of life's problems, doubts, or fears. But I can
listen to you, and together we will search for answer.
I can't change your past or the future with its untold stories.
But I can be there now when you need me to care.
I can't keep your feet from stumbling.
I can only offer my hand that you may grasp it and not fall.
Your joys, triumphs, successes, and happiness are not mine.
Yet, I can share in your laughter.
I can't keep your heart from breaking or hurting.
But I can cry with you and help you pick up the pieces
and put them back in place.
I can't tell you who you are.
I can only love you and be your friend
It's wondrous what a hug can do.
A hug can cheer you when you're blue.
A hug can say, "I love you so,"
Or, "Gee, I hate to see you go."
A hug is, "Welcome back again."
And, "Great to see you! Where've you been?"
A hug can soothe a small child's pain,
and bring a rainbow after rain.
The hug! There's just no doubt about it-
we scarcely could survive without it!
A hug delights and warms and charms.
It must be why we have arms.
A hug can break the language barrier,
and make your travels so much merrier.
No need to fret about your store of 'em,
the more you give, the more there is of 'em.
So stretch those arms without delay
and give someone a hug today!
I got your back
You got mine,
I'll help you out
Anytime.
To see you hurt
To see you cry,
Makes me weep
And wanna die.
And if you agree
To never fight,
It wouldn't matter
Who's wrong or right.
If a broken heart
Needs a mend,
I'll be right there
To the end
If your cheeks are wet
From drops of tears,
Don't you worry,
Let go of your fears.
Hand in hand
Love is sent,
We'll be friends
Till the end.
As I am awakened swiftly
From a deep and peaceful sleep
My heart is racing wildly
Like a million little feet.
The panic that I used to feel
Has turned to something new
A feeling of strength and power
That I have somehow learned from you.
You have empowered me
To take a look within
And find the love of a friend
Where fear had always been.
So, now I reach into the dark
And feel the ray of light
From the love a friend sends to me
Shinning bright into the night.
Please send my friend an angel.
Send her one of mine;
A loving and caring one,
The best that you can find.
Please send my friend an angel,
And trust her with its care;
Someone or something for her to love,
And to always be there.
Please send my friend an angel,
One to help her fill her days;
With hope, love, and laughter,
And the warmth of sunshine rays.
Please send my friend an angel -
You know she gave me one of mine.
Please send her down an angel;
A true friend's hard to find.
A sing is a song that has no end,
and that's how long I will be your friend;
Well have our fights and shed our tears,
but we'll be friends for years and years
A Friend...
Accompanies you anywhere
Believes that no matter how mean someone is to you , you should always be nice
to him or her
Counts on you
Drys your tears
Excuses you when you make a mistake
Finds you sad, but cheers you up
Gets your spirit high when you are down
Holds your hand when your scared
Ignites your spirits
Jumps for joy when they see you
Kisses your boo-boos
Laughs when you are funny
Makes you laugh
Navigates you in the right direction
Opens your heart
Plays with you
Quilts a blanket of friendship and lays it on someone they don't know
Reaches out and supports you
Suffers for you well-being
Talks to you all of the time
Understands you
Views you with respect
Works hard to see you
Xeroxs copies of homework for you
Yells at you when you get out of line
Zips you school papers when you are sick.
Circles of friendship tried and true,
Hold life together for me and you.
A never ending circle of love,
A gift to us from God above.
Reach out and touch your closest friend,
The depth of friendship has no end.
As hands spread out across the earth,
You'll find the world's most perfect worth.
Hand to hand and heart to heart,
The power of friendship will not part.
Friendship grows from day to day,
Spreading love along the way.
So give your friendship to another,
A brother, sister, or a mother.
'Cause when you're feeling down and blue,
The circle of friendship returns to you.
