A real friend is pleasant sigh
To breathe, that money just can’t buy.
It’s something held by you and I,
Steadfastly, now that love is nigh.

A good friend will cover your back
And cheer you up when joy you lack.
Someone who shows they really care
So much for you by being there.

Friendship is like warm bread with jam,
When I’m accepted as I am.
It is never harsh or pressured.
And kindness always is observed.

And friendship is a two way street.
Our get togethers, short and sweet
And often, as a good friend said,
To me the joy unlimited.

With soft and subtle ecstasy,
Like sharing a good joke with glee.
Embracing with a great bear hug.
Dispelling heartache with a shrug.

Friendship is a hand-knit sweater
Bracing me against the weather.
Friendship is sitting by a fire.
Telling tales that keep getting higher.

And a good friend is forgiving
Of whatever trials life does bring.
Always accepts you as you are,
Together we will travel far.

—Jon Bush, author and artist, Massachusetts.