~The Gift of Friendship~ Friendship is a priceless gift that cannot be bought or sold, But its 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, pearl, or riches, but the love of real true friends. ~Helen Steiner Rice~