some bonds last forever and can not be broken
the true meaning of friendship is trust and honesty
I can truly say that I have truly found that which I call a friend
her name is Melissa
she has a kind soul
and warm heart, with a sense of humor that would bring
even the pope to a hot, sweaty moment
she has compassion for those of less fortune and very
high regard for the betterment of humanity
yes, I am proud of this dear person who has touched my
heart so dearly
she has become a truly remarkable young lady whom I have
seen grow and explore her mental capacity with literally
complete vocabulary
her mind has the keenness of a poet which has inspired
the poet in me
if there were to be someone that I could call as my sister
Melissa would be the one I would choose
I wish you all the happiness a Jonathan can give
and a smooth road to success
our friendship is one that will not end even after death.....
(Dec. 17, 1993)