Brother from another mother and great friend. He was always there when I needed him, even now! Peace!!!

We now have been friends over 52 years,
many more smiles than fears or tears.
Hey John, the reason I can your friend
When I was down you taught me how to win!
We have not been the best we could be,
our younger years kept us strong and free.
It is love that is in our hearts,
that makes us or breaks us,you see.
When there was nowhere else to turn,
quickly you came as a friend should do!
You brought offerings of gifts and love,
no better friend or brother so true !
I commend you and your birthday to.
For you my brother only the best.
You and Mona in true fellowship,
passing each and all life's test!
In love we don't always agree,
It is so merciful to forgive.
And be God's conqueror and victor,
show others how it is to live!
I pray God he help heal our wounds,
bury regrets deep under the shelf.
The greatest gift ever given to us,
to love someone other than thyself!
We are wiser than we have ever been,
my friend not getting older but better.
Thank God, his pleasure to know you,
and our friendship stands forever!