Friends of Days, Months and Years
©copyright 2006 Bonita M Quesinberry, R.C.
Speak of three friends, though blessed I am with more?
'Tis a task I cannot do in fairness,
thus I speak of each one: a happy chore.
There is no doubt Jesus is my best friend,
for He gave me salvation's awareness;
that I know the beginning beyond end.
Fifty-two years Helen's known me, the child;
those vain days stifled by ugly darkness,
yet we each grew away from days so vile.
There is Anita of forty odd years:
got who I was then, and who I've become,
'midst much laughter, adversities and tears.
Joanne, of few years, watches over me;
a sister of the heart, kind and wholesome,
guardian of love and more: without fee.
Of few months is Debby; my sister, too,
who promotes my work: never quarrelsome
while standing firm 'midst our flock of so few.
Mustn't forget ever faithful Brian:
his words, always a soothing balm to me,
help keep my focus beyond Orion.
And Tony, a Shakespearian rascal,
is guarding my back when I turn to see;
"Don't stop," he says with the flower paschal.
Of few days, new sister Sherry gives love
that lifts me higher than I ought to be,
while she works on holiness, as God above.
One friend? I am so blessed with these and more;
thus, even now I have failed at fairness,
for to speak of each is a wordy chore.
Therefore, with my Lord and friend, this I end
and bow to my brethren of awareness.
Yea, Christ shed His blood to give each good friend.
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Joanne at allpoetry.com/thelordreigns
Debby at allpoetry.com/Debbysmiles
Brian at allpoetry.com/Poet7376
Tony at allpoetry.com/Shakes-spear
Sherry at allpoetry.com/WolfHeart
Author notes
Written July 31st, 2006
In a list
A contest entry
- pay it forward by Dienush.
379 points, ended August 11, 2006, 6 entries
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It's great how you've combined so many dedications in one. One poem that could make so many people smile. i'm happy for you, because true friends are pretty hard to find nowadays. Thank you for entering.
~Diana -
This is wonderful! I love how you have touched on so many people in your life and pointed out how many more there are that you haven't touched on. Sweet and touching.
Kimberly G.
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A true poem about friends.
Each of you are a gift to us. I have to say that Bonnie you worded this one very well. Friends they mean so much. -
This is so sweet. Your friends must have loved it. Were I to write a similar piece it would end up being far too long for a poem. They say that brevity is the soul of wit. If this is true, you have truly encapsulated wisdom in friendship. Well done!
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Wow this is a great write of such powerful friendships. It must be so incredible to have known someone for 53 years. Being only 18, I would have no idea what that's like.
This was very charming. I enjoyed it.
Amanda -
Aww beautiful, sweet sentiment to all your friends that I'm sure they will appreciate including your 'best friend.'
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What a beautiful tribute to each and everyone! So lucky are they to have you in their circle of friends! Great write you have penned here!
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it apparent that you have dear loved and trusted friends, nice write.
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Dearest Bonnie,
This is a righteous and loving tribute to those who are bound by grace forever and ever. I know that I am blessed doubly for being able to call YOU a Sister and a Friend.
May the God of ALL--great and small always be with you. This is heartfelt and so real. Keep sharing the WORD, the strength, power and the LOVE of GOD. Your prayers are forever felt in my spirit. I LOVE YOU
Always,
Renee
♥
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Friendship is such a blessing...and from this, you have many blessings. Great job.
Soulful Woman -
wonderful .. i wish I could write such a long poem about my trusted friends .. I guess i'm too young for that ..
keep writing and good luck
~Omichi -
Wow this is great i loved it.
This is a very beautiful piece.
The flow of your piece is great.
This is a very touching piece. Great job.
Keep writing and
Take care
God Bless you
Stuner -
Thank You!
I know that it is not needed,
That I say,
"You are beautiful!"
For I am sure
that you are fully awair
of that fact.
But in case you are not,
I should say,
"You are most beautiful,
and I am proud
to call you my friend!" -
Truly, my precious Bonnie- You are a gift to all of us. I love you so... Debby
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heartwarming
This is about the sweetest thing I have ever read. What a great tribute and what lucky people to have you in their lives! Blessings and best wishes,
Frog -
Dearest Bonnie, you are so good and your words are so precious. We are a small band of friends but we are bonded eternally by our precious Lord's blood. He is so good to us. I thank you so for this honor. You are such a gift to me. Love and hugs forever and ever and ever. - joanne
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soul-touching
Can't see for the tears.... Darling, we all love you so. You honor us by being our friend. This is the most beautiful tribute to the group. Brave warriors who stick to their beliefs are rare and a treasure to find. Your Godliness is a blessing to me and I love you my Christian Sister.
hugs and love - Sherry
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