***This is not written by me. It is not really a poem but I wanted to share it somehow. I got this by e-mail and it touched me very much because I miss those days. I hope it is not a problem to submit this***
Now, your idea of a good friend is still the person
Who gives you the better of the two choices,
Holds your hand when you're scared,
Helps you fight off those who try to take advantage of you,
Thinks of you at times when you are not there,
Reminds you of what you have forgotten,
Helps you put the past behind you but understands
When you need to hold on to it a little longer,
Stays with you so that you have confidence,
Goes out of their way to make time for you,
Helps you clear up your mistakes, helps you deal with
Pressure from others, smiles for you when they are sad,
Helps you become a better person, and most importantly loves you!
Thank you for being a friend. No matter where we go or who we become, never
forget who helped us get there.
Never be afraid to express yourself. Take this opportunity to tell someone what they mean to you. Seize the day and have no regrets. Most importantly, stay close to your friends and family, for they have helped make you the person that you are today and are what it's all about anyway. The difference between expressing love and having regrets is that the regrets may stay around forever.
Growing up, you will truly meet the friends that will last a lifetime and will mean the most to you. Your friends will ALWAYS be there for you.
