GEM



It happened one day,

Unexpected, I was not aware,

A door was opened, a welcoming sight,

Yes, it was you walking into my life.



I delight in your presence

I was at ease right from the start,

We talked and time was forgotten.

Your wit and humour



Lightens up my face

O, they never cease to amaze me,

My day complete whenever it's spent with you

A liberating moment so full of fun.



It dawned on me how you made a difference,

My world was colored a brilliant hue.

You become my confidant, my ego booster,

Surprising, I learned to open up.



From this moment, I want for time to stop

And let this scene seal its magic touch

Ne'er to change, ne'er to vanish,

But time wouldn't allow, nor change wouldn't approve,



Still I hope that come what may

You'll stay around, don't walk away,

A friend to count on

A gem I have found.














Author's Notes/Comments: 

I wrote this with my good friend Jayson in mind.  Friends do really inspire and they do add brilliance to our lives.  Indeed, they can be classified as precious gems... simply priceless.

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Violet Carolina's picture

I liked this one. Reminds me of the first 6 months of dating, when they can do no wrong...(and you can do no wrong) : )

mwhatim's picture

a gem .....you most certainly are right a friend is a Gem and no matter what the final outcome ....you have pictures in your mind of times you have shared ...as I do I'm sure you will find warmth in your many memories....in a world so cold sometimes pictures are all that we have..... stay safe :o)

Melvin Lee's picture

Oh well....i just read this the second time...and once again, u have amazed and delighted me with the 'gem-y' poem....very lovely indeed... Smilesz..

tylerbaptiste's picture

Nice poem, Your friend must be really special. ؤ ؤ _`_ U ووو

Michelle's picture

Hi! I am just cruisin' in. I saw your site and found a gem LOL. This poem is luuu-vly! Speaks of friendship so grand. I hate to see it put asunder. Hope it will last forever. Remember, it's hard to find real gems these days, cuz mostly you can find stones LOL. Really, I know you know what I mean :). I've got lots of gems myself and it sure give my life the glitters. It's simply beautiful.

Abritelite .'s picture

A GEM you open up the meaning of friendship, like a gem a true friendship increases its value every coming day abritelite 11/01/01

Melvin Lee's picture

Smilesz...i am glad u found this lovely gem in your own life... i have met quite a few gems myself..some of which are still shining in my life. SMilesz..thanxs for reminding me of such a fortunate find..and cherishing them for what they are,. I thoroughly enjoyed your tour, Serene. MOst glad to know u. Smilesz.