The badge of friendship is an honored privilege
Yet it can be a great challenge to behold
For friendship comes with many responsibilities
And the most well-meaning hearts sometimes fold
It is easy to share laughs when times are good
But it’s the bad times that show the strength of a bond
Can we withstand the weight of sadness?
When asked for the truth, how do we respond?
Friends must be willing to speak the truth
Knowing that their words might weaken the chain
But true friends know they must take that risk
Loyalty to a friend can at times bring pain
Friendships come with no expiration date
And geographical distance plays no part
True friends can travel thousands of miles
Even if it is only a journey of the heart
Donna Cavanagh-MyVeryOwnFan.com