Often in times of trouble we 
don't know what to say, 
So we choose to say nothing, 
and sometimes run away. 
When friends are really hurting, 
we don't know what to do,
So we offer weak excuses 
or say we're hurting too. 

It really doesn't matter
what kind of gift we bring; 
We only need to be there 
if we don't bring a thing. 

It truly is amazing
what a hug can do, 
When heartache numbs the senses, 
and friends depend on you. 

There's comfort just in knowing 
that you are not alone, 
When tears are overflowing, 
and hearts are cold as stone. 

It's the loving prayers of others 
that balance our accounts, 
For when we measure love,
it's still the thought that counts. 

Clay Harrison