Thank You

Thank you for the laughter
The hilarity and games
And thank you for the friendly jokes
The teases, pokes, and names

Thank you for the cheerful smiles
That filled me up with joy
And thanks for every single grin
The distractions and decoys

Thank you for your company
Your comfort and your hugs
And thanks for that safe feeling
That protects me from the bugs

Thank you for the sharing
Of likes, dislikes, and fears
And thank you oh so very much
For the ways you show you care

Thank you for the cookies
They were really quite a treat
And thank you for the memories
The sweet and bittersweet

Thank you for your kindness
Your sincerity and heart
And thank you for the stories
Your astounding, flawless art

Thank you for the soothing talks
That wiped away my tears
And thank you for the wisdom
That will help me through the years

Thank you for your honesty
That helped me to improve
And thank you for your presence
Oh, please! Dear, God, don't move!

Thank you for remembering
My favorite color's blue
And thanks for always being here
To help tell lies from truths

Thank you for the light you shine
That's brighter than the sun
And thank you for the fun debates
I'll remember every one

Thank you for that feeling
That makes me feel complete
And thanks for the amazing way
You somehow make ends meet

Thank you for this awesome board
I love it through and through
But thank you most of all, my friends
For simply being you