The Thick of the Thin
by Michael Doyle

Whispered rumor has it
That we're the thick of the thin
If you were in Hell
I'd come barreling in

Founded on trust and loyalty
This is what makes us a family
My soul is resolved in this decision
Yours is the lasting trace of my vision

Ours is the strength of never falling
As we breathe into each other's calling
We are stronger in our broken places
As healing fills in our loving traces

Hardships can grow hearts somehow more tender
But we have the strength to never surrender
Struggles develop into tensile strength
To last through the longest day's length

Silence is the voice of the true friend 
Who knows the damage but will stay to the end
Silence is the voice that will never betray
The holding of hands when there is no more to say

I breathe that honesty deep in your eyes
Knowing your integrity is never to my surprise
And if we must face hard times, I will cover you
Standing in front to take the worst, as true friends do

A respectful loyalty is given to my dying breath
And I will keep loving you unto the other side of death
This is my commitment to build our living trust
And I give this to you willingly, as I know that I must

(c) March 5, 2025   Michael Doyle
All Rights Reserved