I can remember a time

When you seemed happier

And now I worry if

Despite my contrary effort

I’ve done nothing more than

Placed a weight upon

Your already weary, burdened, shoulders

Friend I am foolish

Foolishness is something I’ve known

For longer than words

But I am not blind

And what I see

Pains and worries me always

I never want to

See you in this state

I want you to

Smile and laugh if possible

But if your heart

Is burdened with despair, speak

I want to hear

The good and the bad

I want to offer

My shoulder to lean on

Not for any reason

Other than I care more

Than an average friend

Speak to me when sad

Tell me your pains

Let me weep with you

Because you are precious

And deserve to have that

A shoulder when needed

An understanding heart to listen

It is my duty

To show you perpetual kindness

And I will not

Fail to perform my duty

With a soft smile

And an open, caring heart

So speak to me

When you feel you can