The Real Friend

I thank you God for friends...who

When I could not pray--they could

I thank you for friends, that

When I did not pray--they would.

For in those times when circumstance

Brought me so very low,

My mind was filled with uncertainties;

But your will they seemed to know.

In those times of my trials,

They would pray and intercede...

I thank you God for having friends

Who care that much for me.

Help me to also know the times their hearts

Are filled with sadness;

Thank You God, as I intercede for them,

You are the friend who brings them gladness!

Donna Bennett Howell

New Friends and Old Friends

Make new friend , but keep the old;

These are silver, these are gold,

New made friendships like new wine,

Age will mellow and refine.

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Friendships that have stood the test,

Time and change--are surely best.

Brow may wrinkle, hair grow grey,

True friendship never knows decay.

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For 'mid old friends, tried and true

Once more we our youth renew.

But old friends, alas ! may die,

New friends must their place suply.

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Cherish friendship in your breast--

New is good, but old is best,

Make new friends, but keep the old;

Those are silver, these are gold.

Joseph Parry

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