THE HOW OF 

OF FRIENDSHIPS

Poem for Today - August 10, 2014

FOR FRIENDS

I bless you with the gentle word

that makes many friends.

I bless you with the agreeable tongue

that calls forth gracious replies.

I bless you with a seeing eye

that knows a faithful friend.

I bless you with a friend at table

who is steadfast in adversity.

I bless you with a secure refuge

in the company of your friend.

I bless you with a rich treasure

that is a trusted friend.

I bless you with the priceless gift,

a friend without price.

I bless you with a sense of God,

for as you are so will Your friends be.

© Anna Burke,

Based on Sirach 6: 5-17

From page 60 in
Where Blessings Flow,
Words of Glory and Thanks

Veritas, Dublin, Ireland