Friendships
by
Bonney Jo Bott 07/16/2006
Starting
the day you are born, people come into your life.
Some
stay an hour, a day or two, then disappear forever.
Several
have labels like parent, sibling, or relative.
Through
time, these important people may also earn the title, friend.
A
list may contain those unaware you want them in your life.
No
matter the effort you make, the bond does not last.
First
developed friendships are often discovered at school.
Relationships
are built on commonality and trust, woven with caring, love, and support.
Future
direction is steered by these friendships.
As
time goes by, special people fall within your circle.
The
closer the friend, the more influence they have.
Yet,
influential people fade away. Some are replaced.
Others
stay in touch. Those not destined pass like ships in the night.
And
a very special few remain, engraved upon your heart.
Those
are appreciated for their advice, help, or forgiveness.
They
are the ones to cherish and remember with fondness.
Some
friends stay in your life, forever.
When
they can't be with you, they live within your mind.
A
best friend is a treasure often buried too deep to find.
If
there's one, you're lucky, and blessed if you have more.
But
have no doubt, you'll be able to count
Your
true lifetime friends on one hand or two.
We
are friends at least, special friends perhaps, hopefully best friends.
May
I be your best friend, too?