Friend, oh friend, how sweet thy name,

A treasure in this life's great game,

A guiding light that keeps us sane,
Through sunshine, rain, and every pain.

A friend is one who sees your heart,

And knows the words that go unspoken,
Who stands by you when others depart,
And never leaves you broken.

A friend is there to lend an ear,

To listen to your every fear,
To offer words of hope and cheer,
And wipe away each lonely tear.

A friend is like a diamond bright,

A precious gem that shines so bright,
A beacon in the darkest night,
A source of joy, a constant delight.

So here's to friends, both old and new,

To those who've seen us through and through,
May our bonds of friendship ever true,
Grow stronger with each passing hue.