Friends

I have a list of folks I know
all written in a book,
and every now and then,
I go and take a look.

This is when I realize
these names they are a part,
not of the book they're written in
but taken from my heart.
For each name stands for someone
who has crossed my path sometime,
and in that precious meeting
they became the reason and the rhyme.

Although it sounds fantastic
for me to make this claim,
I really am composed
of each remembered name.
Although you're not aware
of any special link,
just knowing you,
has shaped my life
more than you could think.

So please don't think my greeting
is just a mere routine,
your name was not forgotten inbetween.
And when I send a greeting
that is addressed to you,
it is because you're on the list
of folks whom I'm indebted to.

So whether I have known you
for many days or few,
in some great way you play a part
in shaping things I do.

I am the total
of many folks I've met,
you are a friend I would prefer -
never to forget.

Thank you for being my friend !
                                                  - Jacqui