A tribute to your beloved friend with such tenderness. You painted a picture with your words here by showing the reader everything your friend has gotten you through. It is a powerful write and puts a smile upon my face. Although it has some strong emotional sadness within it you end it with a lighter tone by showing the reader how empowering this friend is to you that you are going to do all you can to stay strong and true to the friendship and love he has shown you. Stay strong great write.