A Friend

a FRIEND

a FRIEND is someone you can joke with, 

hang around with in the same room, and be silent. 

They may or may not ask you what you think 

or what you want, but they know your dreams. 

a FRIEND appreciates you for being you 

with all your quirks and your fears. 

They have your back and are willing to take the lead 

into the house of horrors on Halloween night. 

a FRIEND let your drive their car and helps you buy one. 

a FRIEND looks you in the eyes and calls bullshit 

and helps you write your paper anyway. 

a FRIEND has the best hugs, welcomes the most uncomfortable 

conversations, remembers it’s all bullshit, and you can never 

be in love because you love them too much the way they are.