Dear Friends - Reprise

let me say dear friend
that the moment has come to give thanks
the time is right to let you know
how important you are
and ever since.

let me say dear friend
when a time it was hard for me to see
you were there constantly
your compassion and passion carried me
thank you (x4)

let me say dear friend
you forgave when i hurt you carasly
i rely rely on you
to keep me grounded
and yet inspire me

let me say dear friend
i wouldn't be what i am if not for you