A Life Friend

You are always by my side,
Whenever I am feeling down,
You cuddle me gently,
To get rid of my gloomy frown.

Your cradling arms shield me,
Whilst your words are a lullaby to my heart,
My wilting body sinking with your tender touch,
Dreading the days of your absence that may tear us apart.

My descending tears are caught in your affectionate hand,
As you wipe them away, with your smile like a blossoming flower,
You rejuvenate my happiness as you pull me to stand,
And pat me gently as I regain my power.

Our friendship is sometimes jagged,
But you and I shall never untie,
Yet the ropes grow old and fraying,
May our omnipotent love never die.