Poem for a friend

So for Christmas I decided I wanted to do something a little more personal for a friend of mine for their gift. I didn't want to post it until I was able to share it with that particular person. Now that they've had a chance to see it I am going to post it. There are some people who read my blog who will know who it went to. Others I am sorry but I am not disclosing that information. I will let you all know that they really enjoyed it!

I don't know where to start

I want to share what’s in my heart

Our friendship started when we were young

It didn’t take long and I was sprung

It went slow until our senior year

Than things really grew from there

I don’t know what drew me in

How it happened, or exactly when

I don’t recall the words we said,

But I’m thankful for the roads we’ve tread

For a true friend in you I’ve found

Never a dull moment when you’re around

Some think friendships are hard

So they fight and put up a guard

With you it’s easy to be myself

I don’t have to hide feelings on a shelf

These 22 years have flown on by

Comes so easy without having to try

I love that you’re always there for me

You’re the kind of friend I hope to be

You inspire me to be my best

Help me overcome any life test

I’m lucky to call you my best friend

I hope that never comes to an end

It’s amazing how things work out

When we learn what it’s all about

The moment when it all comes true

A friend who’s there through and through

It’s a blessing I am thankful for

I could never ask for anything more

You’re supportive, loving and kind

Uplifting to my spirit, heart and mind

Truly an angel in disguise

          Your friendship is my ultimate prize

          Thank you for being who you are

          Strong and simply wondrous by far

          I can never find the right words to say

Showing how you light the way

In every smile you start a spark

That can illuminate the very dark

Thank you for the joy you bring

Friendship, love and everything

This poem was only a start

Sharing the words straight from my heart

Our friendship started when we were young

When we’re old, I’ll still be sprung.