FRIENDS FOR LIFE

Time stretches like an eternal blanket of snow
Listening to Life's soft footfalls steady and low
And Memories, Life's companions in shadow
Imprint images on Time in a hazy glow

Hope, a tiny seed in the eternal blanket ensconced
In its icy warmth forms a lasting bond
And when Life begins to limp on the snow
And Joy's laughter is silenced by Sorrow

Hope springs from Time's embracing arms
To walk by Life's side and restore her lost charms
Dancing to Memories' bittersweet tunes so soft
Hope wakes Faith from slumber and holds her aloft

When Pain and Sorrow chase Life down Time's lane
When Hope falters and only Memories remain
Faith orders Courage to join the race
Time welcomes Courage into the chase

Life now with Courage, Faith, Memories and Hope
No longer runs or hides from Pain
Life is better equipped to cope
Hope, Memories, Faith, and Courage still remain

Time's precious gifts and friends for all
Because of them Life will rise after every fall.