Bonds of Friendships

From the day that I first knew you,

Your heart was pure and kind;

Your smile was sweet and innocent,

Your wit was well refined.

The sparkle in your eyes was keen,

Your friendship fast and real;

Soft words were your virtue,

And humor your appeal.

We grew as friends together,

We laughed and shared our dreams;

Along the way crush or two,

Went unrevealed, it seems.

As years rolled on, our paths were split,

Our roads went separate ways;

We each pursued our interests,

That occupied our days.

We soon forgot our youthful bliss,

Of tender carefree years;

We didn't talk or keep in touch,

Throughout life's pain and tears.

Then my darkest hour came,

And tried me to my core;

To save my heart from ruin,

I closed and locked the door.

Then out of every nowhere,

With precise directed cue;

An old familiar smile,

Came slowly into view.

Although much time was gone,

And the die of fate long cast;

It was as if we hadn't missed,

A second of the past.

You listened with attentive care,

And reassured my mind;

That loving hearts are still alive,

With purpose and design.

Deep inside I've locked way,

Emotions yet untold;

As time goes on, and bonds grow strong,

They will all unfold.

So thank you, friend, for taking time,

To demonstrate your love;

It's yet another blessing that,

I'm undeserving of.