Her

A poem about one of my best friends

Every time I think of her,

I think of our freshman year of high school.

I think of playing tennis,

freaking out over books and bands.

I think of the way she spurts song lyrics

whenever she feels compelled to do so.

I think of broken bones

and apple pies.

I think of a picnic at midnight,

after our senior prom.

I think of having a difficult conversation

on a chilly April day on top of a hill in the park.

I think of swimming in Cold Creek

and of creepy, old playground equipment.

I think of junk food picnics

and wearing matching pants.

I think of a time when I was struggling

and she kept me afloat.

I think of how blessed I am to have her

in my life.

And when I think of all of our adventures,

all those little moments spent with my best friend.

When I think of all we've been through together, 

I think of her.

Reviews

[dreamcatcher]

This is a moving poem...I like the innocent touch of it all! The simple yet elegant structure also fits the theme nicely...I especially liked how the last stanza summed up the depth of the emotion expressed throughout the poem so candidly and truthfully. Thank you for sharing the poem!:-)

[james miles]

this is a beautiful poem.

[Korin]

The innocence of this poem is nice.

[ManasaC]

Having a good friend in life is a great blessing... Well written poem on the bond of Friendship!!!

[Gerry Legister]

its a thought gesture of what best friends can get up to, togetherness open and honest

[Saving Sundaes]

I really like this. It makes me think of my best friend from high school, you illustrate really universal things in a way that makes the reader feel they are taking a peek inside your life with this girl. Thanks for sharing!