I can't give solutions,

To all of life's problems, doubts, or fears.

But I can listen to you,

And together we will search for answers.

I can't change your past,

With all it's heartache and pain.

Nor the future with it's untold stories.

But I can be there now,

When you need me to care.

I can't keep your,

Feet from stumbling.

I can only offer my hand,

That you may grasp it and not fall.

Your joys,

Triumphs, successes,

And happiness are not mine.

Yet I can share in your laughter.

Your decisions in life,

Are not mine to make.

Nor to judge.

I can only support you,

Encourage you,

And help you when you ask.

I can't prevent you from,

Falling away from friendship,

From your values,

From me.

I can only pray for you,

Talk to you and wait for you.

I can't give you boundaries,

Which I have determined for you,

But, I can give you room to change,

Room to grow, room to be yourself.

I can't keep your heart,

From breaking and hurting.

But I can cry with you,

And help you pick up

The pieces and put them,

Back in place.

I can't tell you who you are,

I can only love you,

And be your friend!

Thank  you  for  visiting  today!  God  sends  us  friends  to   lift  up  our  hopes!   Love,  Sandy