The Ones Who Stay Are Friends

The Ones Who Stay Are Friends

Be careful who you let in close,

Not every smile is what it shows

Some will nod and play the part,

While holding razors to your heart.

But once in a while, someone stays,

Doesn’t flinch when you lose your way.

Keeps your secrets, tells no one,

Holds their fire, won’t point a gun.

They don’t ask why, they don’t explain,

They don’t sit high, they don’t complain.

They cover your shame, they stand their ground,

Even when no one else’s around.

That kind of soul is hard to find.

Not loud, not bright, not one of a kind.

Just quiet good behind their eyes.

A true friend holds your smallest lies.

They won’t repeat the things you said,

Or twist your words once you’ve turned your head.

They’ll take the hit, they’ll share the load,

And walk with you down any road.

So guard your trust, but if it’s earned,

Let it burn slow, let it be learned.

For those who stay when all goes wrong—

They’re quiet, steady, and they’re strong.