 
FOR YOU....MY FRIEND
 
You entered my life during the worst of times;
For that I admire your courage! 
You showered me with reassurance
That everything would be alright.
For that I am indebted to you always! 
You continually called and visited me 
When so many had suddenly disappeared from view;
For that I never felt alone!
You supported all of my decisions with much encouragement;
For that I was able to move forward!
You gave of yourself unselfishly and unconditionally;
For that I could once again see the light at the end of what seemed
To be forever darkness!
You assured me that I was a strong person,
And that my tears were not a sign of weakness; 
For that I gained emotional strength! 
You always remembered, even the smallest details,
Of all the things in my life which were important to me;
For this, and for all of the things 
Which make you such a special and wonderful person... 
I thank you from the bottom of my heart! 
**YOU have touched my life in a very special way**