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                THE STRENGTH OF A FRIEND   
                The Strength of a Friend Author 
                - Beverly J. Anderson
 I stood one day at my wits 
                end,Then you came in the door, my friend;
 And just your very presence brought
 A ray of light for which I sought.
 And as we sat and talked awhile,
 My frown soon changed into a smile;
 New hope sprang forth, dispelling fear;
 The path ahead became more clear...
 You truly seemed to understand -
 Your spoken word, warm clasp of hand
 Were what I needed that bleak day,
 And I thank God you passed my way.
 Now, unafraid, with courage strong,
 I face each day with joyous song,
 And if some day I see a friend
 Who stands alone at his wits end,
 I'll pray that I to him will be
 the caring friend you were to me.
 
 (Beverly J. Anderson)   
 
 
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