Because You Are My Friend

Because you are my friend
my life is enriched in a myriad of ways
Like a cool breeze on a sweltering day
like a ray of sunshine parting glowering clouds
you lift me up
In good times, we soar
like weightless balloons
over neon rainbows
In bad times, you are soothing balm
for my pummeled soul
I learn so much from you
you help me see old things in new ways
I wonder if you are aware
of the bright seeds you are sowing in me
I'm a better person for knowing you
so that everyone I interact with
is touched by your good effect on me
You relax me, refresh me, renew me
Your bounteous heart envelops me
in joy and love and peace
May your life be filled
with dazzling blessings
just as I am blessed
by being your friend