If I Could Hear

If I could hear what you wanted to say,

I might say what you wanted to hear;

And that my words could drive you away,

Is such an overwhelming fear.

For your friendship is much more precious,

Than all the treasure of the deep blue sea;

And amidst a world so vicious,

Your friend is all I want to be.

So, I'd rather say what is meant to

Convey an encouraging thought,

Than express all that I want to

About all of the battles fought. 

For I am truly so blessed

By all that you are to me.

And I'll always wish you the very best

Of all that ever could be.

Eric A Trott

11^th March 2019