You Were Just a Photo

Five years ago, to me, you were just a photo I had no idea who you were Through your words and kindness We've become wonderful distant friends You have opened your heart to me, and I to you You have made me smile, laugh and sometimes cry Even though we've never met face-to-face I wept when you said goodbye, forever And I smiled when you became, anew You expressed your feelings and emotions Told me about your love and lovers Reminded me of my childhood And helped me cope with my growing age I never knew what would become of us I never knew what a joy it would bring to me But now I know, and I've come to realize Spending an initial thirty-five dollars And eventually becoming a life-time member Was clearly one of the best investments I have ever made You have brightened my hours, my days, and my life So, I just want to say To PoetrySoup and to all the wonderful friends I've met here From the bottom of my heart... I thank you all