You Are My Friend

You are my hero.
You are my friend.
That's how it is,
And will be to the end.

Through it all,
You've been my bud.
I've thrown at you names.
I've thrown at you mud.

You were always with me
No matter how I tried.
You'd never leave me.
You stayed by my side.

You never knew that,
But you always were.
And I've heard you say,
"Well, that's what friends are for."

I tested your love.
Your patience was great.
You always talked to me
Even if it was too late.

Your smile brought me joy.
Your voice stopped fears.
Your laugh brought comfort.
Your presence stopped tears.

You say you don't,
But I can see you care.
You have something special,
You keep every secret I share.

You saved my life.
Thank you for being my friend,
I will always remember you
And love you to the end.

~Originally written 12-26-2006~
(Danny, this is the one I was talking about)