Build a Box of Friendship

by Chuck Pool

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.