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Friendship: Defined
Friendship is…
One half of a necklace
given to you by your BFF
in third grade.
A bracelet
you wear proudly
for others to see.
Sharing your
Oreo cookie at lunch
even when it’s
the last one you have.
The smile you receive
and return
at the end of a long day
no matter how tired you are.
Friendship is…
A text left on read
when you can’t hang out.
Talking behind your back.
Whispers in the hallways.
Pressure to follow the trends and
become someone you’re not.
Being ignored when your opinion differs.
Confusion
at what you’ve done wrong and
frustration
because there’s nothing you can do.
Watching the people
who were once your
Best
Friends
Forever
drift off together into the
foggy distance
leaving you behind, unremembered.
Friendship is…
growing up.
Leaving toxicity behind,
meeting new people.
Boarding an airplane to a foreign place
on your own.
Finally meeting a group
of people you truly identify with.
Genuine laughter.
Mischievous plans.
Late nights out.
Parties with alcohol.
Cramming for exams.
Having the time of your life.
Friendship is…
a pathway.
An intricate maze
leading you through life.
A handmade blanket
fringed
with the unpredictable.
Something beyond words
and money and fame.
Friendship is…
the smile
the hug
the understanding
in the air when
you’re with just one.
Stolen glances
blushing
stumbling words
quickened heartbeats and
nervous butterflies.
Not-so-secret letters
sent with roses.
The confession
after dinner
at twilight.
Friendship is…
Safety.
Comfort.
Belonging.
A bridge.
Running into a world beyond
when you’re ready.
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