Poetry

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THE MIRACLE OF FRIENDS

Friends are a miracle, of that there’s no doubt,
A necessity of life, we can not do without.
When things go wrong and life seems so bleak,
We’re tempted to think we can’t do it, we’re weak.
Oh we will struggle, and try to do what is right,
But then comes the time when there’s just no more fight.
We blink back the tears and we say we’re OK.
But inside we think, “I can’t go one more day.”
Then there’s the touch of a hand kind and strong,
And a voice that says gently, “Let me help you along.”
“Don’t hold it in, let it go, get it out.”
This is what friendship is truly about.
A friend who will care and isn’t ashamed,
To share in your tears, and call you by name.
The friend may not know what you’re going through,
But says, “If you need me, I’ll be there for you.”
Friends who can comfort and help bear your load,
Are worth far more than their weight in pure gold.
Lord, open my eyes, and help me to see.
A part of The Miracle of Friends let me be.

© 1998 Jerry Ham

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