Friend Poem by Don Pearson

As we evolve, again,
become supportive friends,
neither dismiss
nor bring unsummoned
to your mind
the warmth of loving
through those chilling days
when we found refuge
in each other’s arms.

As new lovers arise
across our moonlit paths,
do not remember,
nor wash entirely
from your thoughts,
whence came the candour
we have between us,
the dark hours when grew
the love we share today.

Sep.2001/Jan 2008