Laughter is the mortar
that hold the bricks in place.
Love is the solid foundation
when trouble shows its face.

Tears of joy and sadness
flow freely, without fear.
For the grace of honest friendship
holds all precious truths most dear.

A friend is added sunshine
to the beauty of each day
and the light of extra starshine
when you've gone and lost your way.

Forever and eternally
a friend will always be
a constant light within your heart
that only you can see.

© 1999 Terri McPherson
Windsor, Ontario, Canada