A friend is a gift to behold
for it is a gift from God,
two life’s brought together
side by side they will trod.

A bond so strong like a chain
being there when each one calls,
carrying for each one’s needs
to lift broken spirits when they fall.

To share this journey of life
the joys and struggles of each day,
always lending an open ear
when one has something to say.

Caring for what’s in the heart
giving each the gift of love,
whether close or far away
giving this gift from above.

Friends challenge each other
to be the best each can be,
giving without asking in return
that’s what you, my friend, mean to me.

The doors of communication always open
willing to change for the better,
based on this love of God
bringing each closer together.

“The greatest gift,” He said
and thus my heart will never bend,
“is to lay down your life for another”
I would do that for you, my friend!

© Deacon Steve A. Politte
April 20,2006