'you Are No Longer a Friend'

Wow! I am blown away! My roof is truly gone! To think your “friendship” was so fragile If what you say is true. Disappointment I can understand (And in this case money was involved) But if I could not take your side In choosing to stay neutral When loved ones quarrel, I did not oppose your interests Though certainly I could have (For none of us are perfect!) So count me then as one Who would not lie on your behalf Or for the friend who sought redress Not knowing where the truth is found. I know a friend should never ask A friend to choose between his friends Though times can force one’s hand. But clarity comes quickly When friendship’s held for ransom, The blackmail clearly warning you Your friend is perhaps not a friend And the attempt to place blame “You are no longer a friend” Could be a gift from God! Long Tooth September 25, 2016