The Love of a Friend (a poem)

The Love of a Friend

Written November 4th, 2011

In the times where life takes the guise

Of an endless hell

When I’ve reached my wit’s end

And my frustration continues to swell

In those moments when I’m beyond stressed

I can still smile and carry on

And say that I’m truly blessed

You reach for me with a wide embrace

And in a world of hurt and anger

I know that within your arms is a safe place

On days when I wonder if all I’m working for

Is worth my while

There are memories that lift me up and carry me,

Memories of your joyous smiles

On the darkest days, when I hit my wall

I know I can count on you, I know you’ll be there

To catch me when I fall

I have big dreams and I love who I am

I keep my head high and grow stronger every day

If you were not here, if we’d never met,

I know it would not be this way

On the nights with little sleep

I have memories of our times together

Little pick-me-ups that I save and keep

I owe my every success to you,

You made me unique, you made me me

Without your encouraging love and care

I simply could not be



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This poem was written for all of my friends, for the ones that make me smile and laugh and feel like everything will turn out okay, no matter what. You are the ones who pick me up when I'm down, you're the ones who've collectively made me who I am. I love you, and I owe you so much. Don't ever forget that, I know that I'm here to return the favor you've given me.

Love,

Faith