A person who I know

that I met with PKD

recently sent a letter

describing how friends should be.

It told of how our perception

of what a friend should do

changes with each stage of life

and what we are going through.

But in the end

so much remains the same

The qualities they have always possessed

really did not change.

We all need someone

to help and guide us through

to be there when we need them

and tell us what to do.

The love they share with us

through the good times and the bad

is what makes us who we are

and for that I am truly glad.

There are so many people

that I have recently met

that I’m proud to call my friends

and not have one regret.

So this is to all of you

My friends with PKD

If it weren’t for all your love

no telling where I’d be.

Your caring and compassion

is what has gotten me through

those days that aren’t so good

Again, my thanks to you!