The Face of Friendship...

In words whispered,
in thoughts spoken out loud,
in opinions given
and advice offered,
there lies a bond of friendship
For to whom but a friend
can you speak to without fear of judgement,
who will take you as you are, flaws and all,
and still offer arms in embrace?
Who but a friend can you trust
with your fears and aspirations,
your depths of defeat
your heights of creation?
A friend will always be there
when you turn to look
with a knowing smile, a twinkle in the eyes
and a face like an open book...
                03-28-12