I got a dozen roses,
From a friend the other day;
But I only have 1 left,
For I gave them all away

I gave one to my sister,
Who to me is very dear,
In hopes that it will bring to her
A little floral cheer.

I took one to a friend
Who's not feeling very well;
The flower or the visit -
Which helped more I could not tell.

One went to a friend
I haven't known for very long.
She struggles, so in some small way
I hope this helps her carry on.

The rest went to the ones
Who've helped me in so many ways;
They have been a cheerful presence
On my very dreary days.
The roses were so pretty
I just could not keep them all,
Except one single bud standing
Beautiful and tall.
My friend gave me the flowers
To help brighten up my day,
But the biggest joy I received
Was in giving them away.
This one is for you

Friends are a very rare jewel, indeed.
They make you smile and encourage you to succeed.
They lend an ear,
they share a word of praise,
and they always want to open their
hearts to us.
Show your friends how much you care!!

It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy,
that makes happiness.
Charles H. Spurgeon