♥

Looking at this person who I am -
Sometimes lost, sometimes at my wits end;
Ever so mindful of some special folks -
Who have embraced my heart as "Friends"



To know that I have someone special -
To walk with me this journey of life;
To be so blessed to have many -
To be with me thru any kind of strife.



Friends are a gift from God -
At least that is what I believe;
They seem to understand with love -
What is important and what I need.



A friend doesn't ask questions -
But will listen to my hearts' consent;
And catch my falling teardrops -
For a friends hand is always lent.



Friends accept me as who I am -
Not perfect, but with faults;
A sinner as all human beings are -
Who always are embedded in my thoughts.



A friend will walk the road of life with me -
Though even they might find it tough;
But will stay close by my side -
Even though the journey might get rough.



I cherish my friends all the more -
Even more so than relatives I know;
For a friend will look into my heart -
And put on my face a smile that glows.



I thank God for my friends everyday -
And they know that I am their friend too;
I'll hold them so tenderly in my heart -
For that is a friend's "golden rule"



If you find your life to be weary -
And the journey seems to wear you down;
Know that there is a friend near you -
For in our hearts, is where they are found!

♥
© Steve A. Politte
2007