Brother

More than the blood of my blood. He is my friend, 
my rock…my brother.

Brother, in times of need, never judging, always there.

My Brother, could, would, always make things right.

Brother, never made much ado, about the task at
hand…he just did it.

Brother, who lifted me, when I was down.

Brother, who brought the laughter, amid the pain.

Brother, the word he never spoke…was ‘no’.

Brother, who had the answers, to my questions.

Brother, who by example, did walk the path of right.

Brother, in all my years…in all my life, never have
I met another…like my loving brother.

© Joe Fazio

http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/brother-54/

True Friend Checklist

-Accepts you as you are
-believes in you
-calls you only to say “hello”
-doesn’t give up with you
-admires all sides of your personality
-forgives your mistakes
-helps you
-encourages you to try it again
-makes a difference in your life
-says nice things about you
-offers his/her support
-understands you
-tells you the truth
-never judges you
-explains things you don’t understand
-walks by your side
-calms down your fears
-shouts if necessary, if you don’t want to listen
-raises you spirit.

For My Best Friend

Our inside jokes-too many to name. 
When we’re apart it’s never the same. 
When we’re together it’s nothing but fun.

Replacing my girls just can’t be done. 
As the years pass, 
and we grow apart. 

I want you to know, 
that you guys are in my heart. 

You helped me through problems, 
through things good and bad. 
You helped me keep smiling :-), 
when I was sad. 
You helped me with guys, 
you made me stay strong. 

How will I live, 
when you guys are gone? 
And where the years take us, 
no place is too far. 
We will think of each other, 
wherever we are. 

You’re wonderful people, 
with good hearts to lend. 

And I want you to know, 
that ya’ll will always be my Best Friends