Gentle is the friendship
That always finds its way
Shadows of your silhouette
Within my heart will stay

Times of great compassion
You've given endlessly
Understanding friendship
Love and honesty

Years we shared together
Formed a special bond
Children turned to women
Sharing Walden's Pond

Beauty that's extended
Within each memory
Books of learning gathered
Within our treasury

Words in life now flowing
Within the heart we share
Precious is this wisdom
That comes with loving care

Reaching for the petals
So soft within our sight
Bright the glow of friendship
With everlasting light.

~ Francine Pucillo ~
©Copyright November 25, 2002