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A Woman's Friendship
Her friendship still standing
like a giant Redwood
after a legion of problems
have come and gone. Timeless
as the shores of Atlantis;
sacred vestiges
where the prodigies of freedom
once walked. Solid
as marble, more resplendent
than mosaic tiles decorating
the floors
of hallowed temples. Welcomed
like sun flowers to Van Gogh,
or a smile that enchanted
the face of Mona Lisa. Everything
we share, from skin
to madness; the silly
and bizarre, humor, sadness,
disappointment and joy. Rain
and sunshine, happiness,
laughter and more. She hugs
away the intrusions, massages
when I am sore; open arms
always, and much, much
more. Kisses to enchant me,
a voice that comforts, hands
that heal, and eyes openly
speaking – six short words
that she and I believe
in: I will never leave your side.
