Build A Box Of Friendship

Into a box of friendship
To insure that it is strong
First a layer of respect
On the bottom does belong

Then to the sides attach
In the corners where they meet
Several anchors full of trust
Devoid of all deceit

The height of friendship can be measured
By the sides of four
So make them all a larger cut
And the box will hold much more

Now fill it up with courtesy
Honor and esteem
Understanding, sympathy
And passion for a dream

Add to that your honesty
Emotions joy and love
And since they're so important
Place them up above

But leave the box wide open
So all can see inside
To learn what makes a friendship work
From the box you built with pride.

[ By Chuck Pool, Copyright 2002 -- from 'Aiken Drum' ]