WHEN I READ THIS POEM,
I THOUGHT OF YOU!

I had some free time, so what did I do?

I checked the computer to see if I'd heard from you.

I used to walk out to a box to retrieve mail

But I'd rather get it instantly than wait on the snail...

Checking my email is always fun

I usually get a joke or greeting from someone.

I feel so connected because on the other end

I know I've discovered a newfound friend.

When I've had a hard day and need to share

Here I can find a friend who will listen and care.

And to this friend I hope I let know

That I am always there for them also.

Isn't it a strange kind of bond we form?

It isn't exactly like the "norm"

But where is it written,

face to face we have to be

For you to be a very good friend to me?

That little joke, or note, or even just a simple "Hi!"

Could be like a ray of sunshine from the sky.

So my online-pals, this is dedicated to you

For all the smiles you have made a new

May our friendship continue to grow

and the warmth we feel continue to flow.