Thanks, Friend Poem by Stephanie Hoekstra

it is a joy to
have a friend like you.
you are so important to me
but that you should already know.
you have guided me through bad times
and wiped away my tears.
thanks for being there and helping me grow,
for giving me strength
I have always been able to talk to you
I knew you would listen
to all I had to say
and give me advice
If I needed it.
you have a special place in my heart.
you make me remember there's
always something that I can be thankful for.
you have always been kind
with a loving heart.
you are truly an extraordinary gift.