One thought that fills my heart with cheer Is the thought of friends I've made this year. You’re always there to see me through My day starts out by thinking of you.   A friend that will never walk away One that will be there, night or day. One I can tell my secrets to One that will cheer me when I'm blue.   You're there to give me a helpful lift And that my friend, is a "priceless gift". You listen to me when I laugh or cry You wipe away, the tear from my eye.   When life just seems to be so tough You're there for me, sure enough. As my friend, I can confide in you And all of a sudden, those gray skies turn blue.   My friend, you never let me down You placed a smile, where once was a frown. You've made me laugh when I needed it so You've made my face become all aglow.   You have a heart that's made of gold Rare to find ... so I've been told. Even though we are miles apart, I'll always hold you close to my heart.   You give me strength and inspiration Faith, love and admiration. An angel sent from up above Always there ... your labor of love.   A "priceless gift" you are indeed There for others, when in need. My thoughts and prayers shall always be For God to give you, what you've given to me. ~Author~ Ruth Ann Mahaffey ©Copyright 2003              Poetry and graphic design is ©Copyright by Ruth Ann Mahaffey. Please do not copy without written permission.  Artist ©Marty Bell   Used with permission.