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The Value of Friends

There is much to be said about the value of friends Those who lift us up when we try to make amends A crutch to help us stand when we stumble and fall Hit us with the power of truth, thrown like a fast ball They offer welcoming shoulders to receive our tears, Teach us the importance of choosing to change gears To stand with us against the barbs of disgruntled foes Refrain from judging when we've caused other's woes Those who are patient listeners, offering us their ears They dry our weepy eyes, smile at us and say, "Cheers." We love their tender mercies in forgiving us our faults Honoring them humbles us, and their character it exalts.

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Constance La France

Date: 5/6/2023 7:46:00 PM

Lin, this poem is so beautifully penned and it is easy to see that it is written from your heart and soul. True friends will always stand by your side never forget that. This is a FAV for me also!

Lin Lane
Date: 6/19/2023 4:01:00 AM

Your kind words are a salve to my soul. Thank you, Constance.

Bill Baker

Date: 5/6/2023 1:56:00 PM

Had to FAV this one. Well written and full of truth, my friend. Write On! Bill

Lin Lane
Date: 5/6/2023 7:02:00 PM

I'm delighted you agree, Bill. We need all the support we can get in this world. Thank you.

Alkas Poetry

Date: 5/3/2023 8:06:00 AM

Having FRIENDS IS a Grace given BY God... GOD BLESS YOU DEAR friend, salute, alkas

Lin Lane
Date: 5/3/2023 8:18:00 AM

I'm very grateful for your comments, Alkas. Thanks so very much for offering them to me.

Susan Ashley

Date: 5/2/2023 6:31:00 PM

Dear Lin, your heartfelt and beautiful expression of appreciation for your friends truly shows how much you value those fortunate to share in poetic friendship with you. Your golden lines shine with your creative and soulful brilliance. I wouldn't be surprised if this garnered POTD or POTW honors. A fav, my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Lin Lane
Date: 5/3/2023 3:36:00 AM

Without a doubt, I did.

Susan Ashley
Date: 5/2/2023 7:23:00 PM

My dear friend, I feel your hug and I hope you feel mine in return <3

Lin Lane
Date: 5/2/2023 7:15:00 PM

Dear Susan, I am so pleased to read your kind words. I think you know how much I appreciate them at this moment. Your friendship, and that of all the poets here that encourage, and support me are valued more than potd, potw, or any trophy. If virtual hugs were able to be passed through a keyboard, you'd be feeling mine right now. Thank you so much.

Tania Kitchin

Date: 5/2/2023 2:03:00 PM

Lin, friends are those who support us and add to our lives, I value our friendship and we are all imperfect human beings, nicely penned.

Lin Lane
Date: 5/2/2023 3:07:00 PM

Hi Tania. You and I have been friends for years, and I treasure it. Thank you.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 5/2/2023 1:04:00 PM

- "True friends are hard to find, hard to leave and impossible to forget" ... a poem made of love ... perfect and true, Lin :) - hugs

Lin Lane
Date: 5/2/2023 3:06:00 PM

That's a great outlook and very true. Thank you, Anne-Lise.

Alexis Y.

Date: 5/2/2023 12:44:00 PM

Hi Lin, True friends are exactly that and so much more. Thanks for penning such a write. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis

Lin Lane
Date: 5/2/2023 3:05:00 PM

Thanks a lot, Alexis.

Sotto Poet

Date: 5/2/2023 11:20:00 AM

Well put, Lin; genuine friends are priceless. You've painted a great picture of how difficult life is without a strong social network. You've captured the essence of friendship in this poetry. This is a fave for me.

Lin Lane
Date: 5/2/2023 11:47:00 AM

They truly are, Lasaad. Thanks ever so much for your kind thoughts and the fave.

David Kavanagh

Date: 5/2/2023 11:06:00 AM

This one just about sums up the value of friendship Lin, if we were all to condemn every little misdemeanour, then I doubt any of us would get along, listening and trying to help a person who is genuinely sorry, is a humbling experience for all involved, this one hits very close to home, in a good way, cheers David

Lin Lane
Date: 5/2/2023 11:46:00 AM

David, my friendship with you has so many knots that I don't think anyone, or anything can untie them. I'm grateful for your comments and so much more. cheers!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/2/2023 10:57:00 AM

Beautifully written Lin, true friends are like gold. Tom

Lin Lane
Date: 5/2/2023 11:41:00 AM

Thank you for your thoughts and your friendship, Tom. My friends are worth far more to me than fields of gold.

Ilene Bauer

Date: 5/2/2023 10:55:00 AM

well said, lin! i don't know how anyone gets by without the support of friends and you've described that beautifully...

Lin Lane
Date: 5/2/2023 11:39:00 AM

Hi Ilene. It's become clearer to me just how important they are in our lives. Thank you.

Daniel Turner

Date: 5/2/2023 9:23:00 AM

"A friend is one who walks in when everyone else walks out" A lovely tribute Lin:)

Jan Allison
Date: 5/2/2023 10:04:00 AM

AWW that's so true DT

Lin Lane
Date: 5/2/2023 9:27:00 AM

Thank you sincerely, Danny. I've been in your ear for some time now. You listen. Hugs for being such a great friend.

Jan Allison

Date: 5/2/2023 9:20:00 AM

Very well expressed Lin, I wish I'd written such a poem myself:-) hugs jan xx

Lin Lane
Date: 5/2/2023 9:25:00 AM

I know your feelings, Jan. We both have many wonderful friendships that were forged here, I really am grateful to know so many have responded with kindness to my soup mails.