Friends In Life
A POETRY NEST TO CELEBRATE FRIENDSHIP
IN FRIENDSHIP'S LIGHT
For being a special friend,
who knows just when to call...
When the day has been most trying,
And dark clouds enter in,
It's then, you appear like a rainbow,
Causing a big, warm grin! :)
I appreciate your friendship,
More than you could ever know.
For without our friends, life truly,
Would be a LONG and dusty road!
Here friend,
let me shake off all the dust.
Pay no attention to the
angry clashing clouds
or the piercing bolts of uncaring words
which often greet us
in a stormy way.
Look up ahead
the sunshine wedges through
with torching colors
splashing in our view!
Sweet friend, alone we never are
as our dusty hands hold tight
although the sun seems far
we walk in friendship's light!
(First stanza written by Cynthia Proctor
and the second stanza by Ginny Poli.)
Copyright © June 17, 1998
Just A Grin!
circumstantial chains
rattle and toll
delightfully
in links of fun
hear them
echo
childlike
giggling
with happiness
in my head
to spin!
your eyes
rain with laughter
on my Sunday
perhaps brown or green
smiles that tickle
softly at first
then with lusty abandon
uncovers
my grin!
Written by Ginny Poli.
Copyright © July 20, 1998
Cynthia's Song
"And she beats me to bed too!"
innocence lashing each eye
as a sleepy, regal smile
plays a hidden pillowed sigh
wearing elegance
to bed
unbuttoned
to dignify
flirty nightgowns of giggles
adorn her staircased footprints
spiraling upwards, she says
"sweet dreams dear friend"
was her cry
merrily skipping along
humming
a youth's lullaby!
Written by soft`rain
Copyright © July 20, 1998
Best Friends
As long as I can remember, I've always had a friend
Someone special and dear that I could depend
We had matching outfits clear down to our toes
Our hair was all done up in ribbons and bows
We laughed so hard we would have to cry
We ate to much candy and thought we would die
We walked to the bus stop together each day
We held each other's hands when we went to play
When one of us stumbled and fell onto the ground
You would think the other one felt it, the way we would sound
We had our own language that we often used
To leave people wondering and always confused
Neither one of us lonely as the years did go by
We still are the best of friends, you and I
We both wanted marriage, to start a life of our own
With happiness, love and a wonderful home
We both we married on the same day
Our husbands were first cousins and a family we would stay
So now, not only are we best friends
But, also cousins right down to the end
But better yet this, you will always be
The worlds best twin and special to me
Written by Katia
Copyright © October, 1998
Friends
Friends are like banners or badges in that we are very proud of
each and every one
Each one in need, sometimes they come
They do not want you to fix it
They just want some one to listen
To tell then everything is going to work out just fine
All it takes is a little time
Friends are there when you need cheer and to calm your fears
They settle you down
And turn your frown upside down
They hold your hand and wipe away the tears
Sometimes all it takes is three little words
"I'm here always"
Even in your darkest days
They will reach out to comfort you
And when you are happy again they will laugh and smile with you
True friends are not measured by number
They are measured by heart
How big?
Mine have huge ones
How loving?
Oh to infinity and beyond
How caring?
More than words can say
How devoted?
As I am to them
My friends all have special places in my heart
From them I'll not depart
Written by LadyStang
For Grammy Mike
Copyright © October, 1998
All rights reserved.
Friends Copyright © Anna Mae Wittig A friend is fun to be with, When your spirits are quite low, And she's the one you want to help, Through all her cares and woes, She makes you feel important, Gives you confidence you lack, And when the pressures get too bad, She brings enjoyment back. With her there are no phony fronts, You can just be yourself, Have fun while doing nothing much, Put masks up on the shelf. A ride to town, a drink or lunch, Becomes a great adventure, Pretend that you are someone else, If that brings you both pleasure, Side step your duties for the day, And do some innocent flirting, Cause you both know that you are safe, For fantasies aren't hurting. She doesn't make you feel as though, Your whole life's an exam, A friend is one who knows your faults, And doesn't give a damn. Anna Mae Wittig Visit Anna Mae Wittig's Site.
Special People Copyright © Summer's Day - May 29, 1999 We meet a lot of people throughout our lives Precious people who come to mean so much Who without we could not survive Each has given of the inner treasures that lie Deep within the core Stored beyond the eye Special person you hold the key To every sense I feel You unlock my soul and join in stride Any mystery still concealed We talk and share the same ideals Though we're not the same We remain close forever each us can claim There is no other difference We have the same spirit within us all Together we will venture and tare down each wall We seem closer than ever because we have cared so much We have joined our hands in friendship Based upon common trust Dear friends I love you so There could be no better choice Than to tell you I will encourage you when you need me the most I have always been told true friends are a rarity But I have found it isn't so We come across many where judgment lets us know We judge by how we are treated We let our wisdom be our guide We listen to our heart For it never lies Our heart lights the way It is our welcome sign For all who pass through And become special in our lifetime I let each of you inside and give an equal chance I look for honesty from open hearts I never make demands I do expect the same respect that you would want from me It is given freely and in written word you’ll see I am loyal to my oath If I find I can place my trust In one worthy of it In the ones I seek so much I give each a place to be loyal and caring Where we can abide whatever the standards might be As time allows us to take and give of friendship Whenever we feel the need Never to change my feeling Whether in happiness or pain You are always by my side Where loneliness need not remain I’ll be here to listen To open up again For all the dear and precious people You meet during your plight The ones who see you through Remain the most important in your life If you ever feel like running wanting just to hide If you feel lost and alone let each voice be your guide Reach out your trembling hand though the hour might be dark With your pen in hand tell what is in your heart Sharing what is deep inside helps you to see clear Bringing us closer for there are times we each need someone near We might have the same feelings I’m certain we that we do In this small world that we live in It is possible that we are you We are treasures for the finding If we look deep enough We all search for the same things A true friend to confide and in which to place our trust The one you can tell anything Knowing you need not fear You will be judged and betrayed Having your heart on a spear Where others taunt and throw rocks The hypocrite who leers It goes to show we are alike Mistakes are lessons learned It takes a gentle soul to look past Not to believe all they have heard It takes compassion to see beyond The reasons of what led a lost soul there We gain so much from mistakes It is who we have become All that was ever wanted was respect and a little love I feel my heart was promised To the dear friends I have the pleasure to meet The friends I have yet to know The friends I have yet to greet A friend waiting to be found Someone just wanting to share In the simple things in life and even the greater things out there Though experiences may be different the feelings left behind Are so often someone else’s that can bridge the span of time It takes a moment to remind someone About the important elements of life A friend has the capability to make that gesture Rekindling that spice I have found a friend along the way With many others on this same path It’s here we’re all travelers In need for things that last No matter where you’re bound No matter where you’ve been Take the time to know us Take the time you need Just don’t give up on anyone We are much, too much, too dear We all deserve the love and friendship That is much, too much too rare I will always keep a part of you to treasure every day I will always remember what you might have said that has helped me in some way I will always seek your company for there are important things to say I will always look to your advice and comments that guide me in my stay I will always feel the *smiles* and *hugs* that are typed across the page Summer's Day
Peter the Grump Copyright © Wynn He's an irritable son of a gun. If you stand next to him, You might tremble with the fear That he's about to Chew your head off. It's hard to believe He's got a heart of gold, Because his heart got buried And what you see at first Is the junkyard Of his hurts and failures Manifesting as his grumpiness. But if you get a shovel And do some excavating, You will find his heart of gold And he will become Your best friend. Wynn
Friends Copyright © Jean Lewis - October 14, 2000 Caring, sharing, always there Precious gift which is so rare. Understanding how I feel Strong support like toughest steel. Sympathizing when there's need Will sometimes follow, sometimes lead, Joined for ever like a ring In joyful love that true friends bring. Accepting that I too care, Liking, loving things we share. Never just a 'sometimes' friend Constant, true until life's end. Thank you. from Jean Lewis Visit Jean's Site.
Sharon Rothenfluch Cooper
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