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Laughing we jumped from stone to shore, In the flashing, dashing rush of the river's thaw, The future was far away; the future was now, That summer for me and my little pal. And forty years on I still walk those lanes, And splash in the puddles whenever it rains, I lie under the same sun's heavy stare, And jump in the river whenever I dare. I still stand in the fields to weave flowers the same, And I take them and give them to her once again, Where in the meadow she lies with flowers all around, Under a small cross and six feet of ground. -- Submitted by Laura Fanthorpe from Saffron Walden, Essex, England e-mail: m.fanthorpe@virgin.net   Editor's Pick: THE GIFT OF FRIENDSHIP Your head contained my secrets Your heart kept me complete Your hands held all the promise Of a friend Who cherished me Your smile brought me warmth Your spirit kept me strong Your laughter reached my ears When I could not hear my own. -- Submitted by Theresa Kehoe from Westbrook, ME e-mail: theresakehoe@yahoo.com DON'T CRY FOR ME  How many of you can truly say you're not afraid of death in any way?  I have met such a person who to my horror said "don't cry for me, I'll soon be dead"  "I have time to tell my dearest how I love them so, an opportunity most people, don't get before they go".  "It's not a happy ending it's not a sad one too it's the end of my beginning it's what I have to do"  With a smile on her face and with passion she said "don't cry for me, I'm already dead".  I listened to her words and didn't cry a tear for what she said was wisdom wise beyond her year  With no fear in her voice no tear in her eye she carried on speaking, pausing to sigh  "Of course I'd love to be here of course I want to stay to watch you open presents on every special day".  "but I can't live any longer I have to end the pain death is the only thought that helps to keep me sane".  "My fate was chosen long ago by forces big and strong I ask you not to cry for me for I know it won't be long".  With that my new friend finished and said she had to go but I did not shed a tear although she'd never know  I took it all on board everything she'd said and I prayed to my lord for I knew she'd soon be dead  I asked him to take care of her I told him she was kind he told me he'd look after her which gave me peace of mind  So when this day arrives I will not shed a tear for I know she will be happy and treated very dear. -- Submitted by Gemma Hayton from Surrey, ENGLAND e-mail: gemimapudd1educk@aol.com Sometimes u wish upon a star and hope that wish comes true... If I had one wish 2 wish... I'd wish that wish were uuuuuuuuuu!!!!!!  -- Submitted by Pratiksha Sadh from India e-mail: prat_sadh@hotmail.com INVISIBLE FRIENDS  An invisible friend whose name was Buddy Went everywhere that David would be. They'd play for hours without a fight But only he could this playmate see.  Together they sat to eat their lunch And to bed for their daily nap. Never once was David alone For Buddy was there in his baseball cap.  The years passed by and sad to say, Buddy no more came out to play. He must have found another friend Who needed him more, I comprehend.  I too, have a friend that I can't see; His name is Jesus, but he'll never leave. Unlike Buddy, he won't someday go To befriend another if I just believe.  -- Submitted by Gloria Sarasin from Trinity, North Carolina e-mail: sara689@yahoo.com BLESSED THE ONE  Blessed the one who realizes I need a helping hand to-day Blessed the one who recognizes My needs and turns not his face away Blessed the one who brightens my day When I'm lonely, sad or bored Blessed the one who shows me the way Smoothing the ground on this stretch of road  Blessed the one who makes me smile When the day seems dull and dreary Blessed the one who stops awhile To say hello and chat with me Blessed the one who brings me comfort And reminisces about the good old days Blessed the one whose moral support Provides me strength in times of dismay  Blessed the one who comprehends My memory is dim, my work imperfect Blessed the one who holds my hand Seeing my hesitant and tottering gait Blessed the one who stands by me close When 'so-called' friends abandon me Blessed the one who clearly knows That my sight is poor and blurry  Blessed the one who understands My infirmity and helps me with my load Blessed the one who is still my friend Though gifts and treats I can't afford Blessed the one who thinks I'm useful Encouraging me with hopeful words Blessed the one who boosts my morale When with problems I'm fraught  Blessed the one who listens to me And makes me feel relevant Blessed the one who believes in me That I'm not antediluvian Blessed the one who walks with me On this lap of life's journey Blessed the one who prays for me That in mind and body I'm healthy  Thank you friend for being there At the time and place I need you Be it balmy or blustery the weather My journey is easier because of you  © Emile S.T.Cheng  -- Submitted by Emile Cheng from Singapore e-mail: estcheng@magix.com.sg IN OUR FRIENDSHIP I BELIEVE It's always been your loving ways that helped me understand, That helped me to be patient and that helped me say "I Can". I love you like a sister and know you like one too, I trust you'll keep my secrets locked up tight inside of you.  I came to you when sorrow struck, and you listened to my cries, I came to you when times got rough and you protected me from lies. I came to you to ask for help and willingly you leap, To lend a hand and always made promises you kept.  I thank you for your caring ways and generosity, and thank you for spending time building you and me.  PLease come to me when you cry, I'll always dry your tears. Please come to me when you're afraid, I'll try to calm your fears. Depend on me to be the friend that you have been to me, Trust in me and you will see why in our friendship I believe.  I love you like a sister and know you like one too, and this is why my heart says our friendship's pure and true.  -- Submitted by Pazia Dwyer from Ellwood City, PA e-mail: Pazia@zoominternet.com It's the day we all fear, for you won't be near. It's your laughter I won't hear, it's your smile that won't be here. The halls will be empty, no one to give off light. I'll look around and you won't be in sight. It's the battle of loneliness that I'll have to fight. I sit here and think of the days where we had fun! Your beautiful face lit up more than the sun. You spread joy everywhere you went, your leaving me is a huge event. Your face against mine meant everything to you, and over the months our love became true. I will love you forever and that, you already knew. When you think of your memories of the past, think of you and me having a blast. My silent cry and my last goodbye, you will be missed. -- Submitted by Jordan from Katy,Texas e-mail: darkwatetavern@aol.com THANKS Thanks for being such a good friend to me. You've opened up my eyes to things I couldn't see. I hope we last forever, you know. So that everyday our love will grow. You've been there, through thick and thin. And now I can truly say I can call you a friend. I hate to have to share you with others, Like other friends, your sister, your brother, your mother. Other people may have no clue about the closeness between me and you. But,all I want to say Is Thank You! -- Submitted by Shekiah from Miami, Florida Don't let them tell you how to feel, Even when you're hurt and seeking help. What they don't know is that your hurt is real And there's nothing they can do.  Keep your face to the sun, And keep the pain inside. Run from the lies and indignities, Yet convince yourself you tried.  Mostly, remember that I love you, And remember that I care. And when you feel there's no place to go, Know that I'll be there.  -- Submitted by Jessica Mance from Allen, Texas e-mail: KellMst@aol.com WISDOM'S PLAN  Do not be afraid, my friend, when troubles come your way, All must face the adversity that will come their way someday. Gain knowledge from your times of trials and store them in your soul, So you can help another in their troubles as they grow.  -- Submitted by L.J. Tanner from Goshen, IN e-mail: looknupp@hotmail.com FRIENDS TRUE AND LOYAL Blessed the friend who sticks with you Whether times are good or bad Happy the man who has not a few To comfort and console when he's sad A friend doesn't mind offering his shoulder For you to lean your head and cry on To listen when you pour out your woes To pick you up when you're down With you he walks the extra mile Though rough and difficult the way When all around seems dismal or vile He's your sunshine to brighten your day When you're in a melancholy mood A true friend lifts you up from gloom When you are hungry he shares his food For you in his heart there's ample room A loyal friend remembers you Though you're gone far away He's a comrade and ally true Your name he'll not detract or betray A faithful friend sincere and trusty Loves you, your warts, your faults your flaws Friendship unrequited wanes easily Nurtured it eases life's burdens and woes A poor life this if we've no friends Befriend and cherish your fellow men Yellow, black, and white can blend Let love peace and friendship reign -- Submitted by Emile Cheng from Singapore e-mail: estcheng@magix.com.sg THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER I want a friend with whom to laugh, who isn't sorrow bent, but everywhere I seemed to go, sorrow also went. If I could fly off to the moon, would laughter I find there, or does sadness fill the universe and tears found everywhere? Perhaps, if I be the one to laugh, another's heart to lift, I could make another smile and give laughter as a gift. -- Submitted by Gloria Sarasin from Trinity, NC e-mail: sara689@yahoo.com LORRAINE'S SONG (To my friend who is totally paralyzed)  I wish that you and I weightless, like skeletel insects could spin across the waters our reflections mirrored  How lovely we would be twirling in the moonlight pearl dust on our wings veined, fragile and transparent  While cardinals and redbirds sing us songs of scarlet in the left hand corner of morning where the sun glows like a ruby  But alas we have grown awkward it is beyond all effort our bodies won't stay balanced for any length of time  Perhaps this is our winter the trees are wearing snow doilies heavy grows the silence of their stillness in the dark  But we need not be captured as long as we can travel to places our souls remember golden, lit and warm  It's there I know I'll find you and all the others I've loved together we will dance again the way we did before. © Anne Lombardo Ardolino 2002  -- Submitted by Anne Lombardo Ardolino from New York, NY e-mail: Anntelope#worldnet.att.net HOW DID YOU KNOW How did you know I needed guidance To help me through the day How did you know I needed kindness To take the pain away  How did you know I needed a hand To show me the way How did you know I needed a smile To reassure me through the day  How did you know I needed to be told That life can be so grand How did you know I needed courage To make an honest stand  How did you know I needed to laugh To take away the sadness How did you know I needed to share To spread my world with gladness  How did you know I needed wisdom So I will learn to reach How did you know I needed a voice So that I may also teach  How did you know I needed love then the answer came to me... Because you are my friend and that will always be -- Submitted by Mary G. from Tampa, FL e-mail: mglpn1206@hotmail.com BEST FRIEND I lie on my bed at night And wonder where I am I feel all alone And start to feel like it's over You come along And hold my hand You tell me We'll get through this And now I don't feel alone -- Submitted by Ian J. Dawson from Seahouses, Northumberland, England e-mail: ijd30@hotmail.com FRIENDS A part of you has grown on me, and so you see, it's you and me, friends forever, never apart, maybe in distance, but not in the heart.  -- Submitted by Summer Brockway from Owosso, Michigan e-mail: supersweety13_@hotmail.com Christmas time, a joyous time Opening presents to find what's mine  I ripped the packages and what do I see Fuzzy slippers and a flannel gown for me  Dolls and a tea set, clothes and jewels There must be a mistake, Santa could not be that cruel  I hold back a tear, there's always next year As I watch my friends all in good cheer  They stirred and mixed as they licked their chins All so happy with their lucky grins  We ate the cakes and muffins made with fun I prayed it break and then I'd run  But each year the same ole thing Doesn't Santa know what to bring?  Time has past and I am 44 But there is one thing I know for sure My sister and friends showed their lovin' When they bought me my first Easy-Bake oven.  -- Submitted by Mary Giusto from Tampa, FL e-mail: mglpn1206@hotmail.com MY SPECIAL FRIEND She's my treasure, with whom I can share, all the thoughts and feelings, I wouldn't be able to bear.  My hope and my joy, for going through this life. Past every single problem, and every single strife.  I love her most dear, with all of my heart. I will always remember, we shall never be apart.  I'll remember her words, those wise words she spoke. I will always remember, her every single joke.  Her courage and strength, when the going got rough. We stuck through it together, nothing could ever be too tough.  Fear was destroyed, by our will to achieve. We will conquer our faults, we will always believe.  We both believe in each other, we will both stand together. This is how it will be, forever and ever!  -- Submitted by Lindsay from Watervliet, NY e-mail: Yasdnil711@email.com FRIENDS FOREVER No matter where we are It's never too far When you're bored at home or all alone You know my number, call me And here I'll be It's you and it's me Forever we'll be Best Friends Until the end No one can take us apart It would only break my heart You were always there for me At times of need I will do the same for you, too We've experienced so many good times; as well as, bad; however It only makes us stronger And we know our friendship will last that much longer So, Friend, when I say very much I love you I hope you know that it is true! -- Submitted by Leah Vanek from Kanopolis, KS e-mail: leah_vanek@hotmail.com
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