And holds us close
in their thoughts and prayers-

For only the
knowledge
that we're understood

Makes everyday
living
feel wonderfully good,

And we rob ourselves
of life's greatest need

When we "lock up our
hearts"
and fail to heed

The outstretched
hand
reaching to find

A kindred spirit
whose heart and mind

Are lonely and
longing
to somehow share

Our joys and sorrows
and to make us aware

That life's
completeness
and richness depends

On the things we
share
with our loved ones and friends.