Precious Friends

Always close, precious to my heart, very beat Giving comfort, love, compassion when storms break Keeping my head above churning threatening waves Sharing my joys and grief, strong hands in adversity With strength of spirit and friendships never faltering. Lighthouse amide purple storms guiding me safely to harbour Keeping my ship sailing not wrecked upon deadly rocks. Friends, beams of light when darkness shrouds the way. Cheer leaders encouraging my Muse to compose Applauding each new poem's birth and wanting more. With you, dear friends, I walk in joy the high bright road For you are my strength, reason, giving loving support Walking in pace beside me towards God's dazzling light And the royal reason for all the good I might achieve.