The Gift of Friendship
Friendship is a priceless gift that cannot be bought or sold,
But it's value is far greater than a mountain made of gold-
For gold is cold and lifeless, it can neither see nor hear,
And in the time of trouble it is powerless to cheer-
It has no ears to listen, no heart to understand,
It cannot bring you comfort or reach out a helping hand-
So when you ask God for a gift, be thankful if He sends
Not diamonds, pearls or riches, but the love of real true
friends.
Poem by Helen Steiner Rice from her book "Everyone Needs Someone".