Solid Friend

You never talk back,
You hear my every word.
You keep all my secrets,
You always shelter me.

You break my falls,
You never fall down,
You keep me safe,
You actually know me.

You do not judge,
You do not hold grudges,
You do not accuse,
You do not hurt others.

I can lean upon you,
I can always trust you,
I can feel safe near you,
I can confide in you.

You're solid as a rock,
You're solid as stone.
You never give up,
You never go away.

No matter where I am,
There you are, nearby.
I am surrounded by you,
Everywhere I go, in some form.

You are my solid friend.

(written October 22nd, 2008)