A feeling deep that tenderly grows,
always handled with care.
When feeling down the other one knows,
and is always right there.

You open up your heart and let them in,
love them for who they are.
Lend them a shoulder when tears begin,
wish together on a star.

Friends make a bumpy road feel smooth,
the night not quite so long.
In sad times just their smile can soothe,
are there when things go wrong.

Our fair weather friends all disappear,
when storm clouds hide the sun.
Call their name true friends will be there,
whenever you feel undone.

Love binds friendship but does not tether,
grows stronger year after year.
Friends are the eye in stormy weather,
safe haven always there.