Life's Little Secret

I never really realized
How crucial friends can be
I used to think that one or two
Would be enough for me

But now I think I'm changing
How I view this need to share
Good things and the heartaches
With ones who really care

We moved here from the city
With a group of folks like us
To wile away our golden years
To relax and avoid the fuss

Since moving to this paradise
I'm now a different man
I welcome conversations
Bout neighbours and their plans

To share each other's happiness
And cry when losing one
We're all so very much alike
No matter where we're from

It's not a competition
To see who wins the prize
It's all about companionship
To feel the bonds that tie

Now if I were just to count them
There'd be twenty-five I'm sure
Some more close than others
But all of them top drawer

So if you see me walking tall
And whistling a happy tune
It's because I found life's secret
And it takes me to the moon
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Breidenthal Avatar
June 11, 2015 at 1:10 AM
Friends are amazing aren't they? I am really glad you continued to write here, because we do really care about you and your life, as well as your deeper thoughts. Friends make life that much happier and richer. Thanks for being my friend. Love always, Laura
Ellison Avatar
June 11, 2015 at 6:52 AM
Without friends... life is not worth living! We NEED the interaction to survive, to share our good times and console each other during the difficult times! You are one of the most amazing minds I have ever met! I sometimes wonder why we connect! I shouldn't wonder... I should just marvel and enjoy it! Love, love, love, Jack xxx
Bauer Avatar
August 15, 2012 at 1:59 PM
you've really managed to convey your happiness in this poem. nice job!
Ellison Avatar
August 15, 2012 at 3:40 PM
You are very kind my dear Ilene... thanks oodles! Love and hugs, Jack xxxxxxx
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