For My Friend

You entered my life Like a soft gentle rain There was no agenda You had nothing to gain You made me feel liked Even valued at times You were simply my friend In spite of my crimes We flirted and teased each other Throughout some of the days Sometimes we just chatted When we had nothing to say I cherish the way you’ve trusted me With the secrets that you’ve shared About your wants and needs About for whom you’ve cared I know it wasn’t easy Letting go of my past You could have walked away Left me standing as an outcast For this I am grateful And always will be You gave the greatest gift You liked me, for me