In the vast universe, where time is swift,
A bond endures forever.
Friendship is a tree that has deep roots in the ground.
It is relentless and its strength is unwavering.

A friend is always there to support you during life's turbulences.
A bright light that guides you through both joy and hardship.
Whether it's laughter or tears,
Friendship offers a reassuring hand.
Our friends provide us with comfort.

Though the seasons change, the colours may fade.
Friendship is not a matter of colour or race.
True love always finds a place to call home.
As with weaving, friendships weave threads of empathy around us.

When the storms rage and the shadows dance,
Our friendship is our shelter and a way to harness ourselves.
Protecting our fragility from the infernal flames.
Our friends soothe and calm our restless souls.
Their presence protects us.

No distance can break this bond.
Friendship is not affected by time or space.
Its presence endures through miles and oceans.
Everlasting friends stir us on the right path.

When we win, their cheers fill the air.
During times of sorrow, their words are a source of mental repair and solace.
Friends make us whole by sharing our dreams and aspirations.

So let's celebrate the friendships that survive and thrive.
Let's honour our friends forever.
Deep in our hearts, they reside,
But be wearily of fair weather friends.

© Mwebe Morgan