The Web Poetry Corner - Laura Beth Leither - Tribute To My Friends
Tribute To My Friends
by
Laura Beth Leither
Friends of mine have meant so much
They've helped me grow with a single touch
Everyone's affected by their friends
Lives are shaped through actions they send
JENNI helped me through Jr. High
Just like sisters we had tough times
She taught me about myself and life
We learned together amongst the strife
MATTHEW was always there for me
He helped me stand when I fell on one knee
We became close like siblings should
I helped him out too as anyone would
JOSHUA always made me smile
I kept him in line as we walked a mile
We had a special bond I can't explain
Remaining friends through all the rain
JESSE was there for a short time
But now he is back in my life
We became close while laughing too
Helping each other see it through
JUSTIN is still a great friend so spry
After just barely meeting in Jr. High
But in High School we were closer than ever
Circumstances bringing us closer together
CHRISTOPHER was a strange bit too
Enemies at first then saying "I love you"
Then back to not talking we both were distressed
Now happy again, we're friends with success
LENORA snuck in as Jenni went out
She helped me build trust through all the doubt
A real girl friend is what she's being
Always there to keep me believing
CARL came along in tough times too
Becomming my friend, my lover it's true
As people walked out and left me alone
He came running in with a soothing tone
EDWARD pulled me out of my trouble
He comforted me and tried to be subtle
Careers in common we grow together
Knowing our friendship shall never sever
My friends have really helped me through
They're like my family I'll admit it's true
They know me backwards and forwards as well
Some even better than I know myself