Cherish those friends who are near to us
Standing by with listening ear
Who whisper words of cheer and hope
And hold your hand in times of fear
Oh, these friends are golden treasures -
Riches from Heaven above;
So faithful and enduring -
Shining forth good deeds and tender love
Chorus:
You and me can be the best of friends
United forever together
You and me can be the best of friends who stick together
‘Cause love is all we're after
And if our sweet tasting, good lives are like lemon, cinnamon and clove
Marmalade, mola**es and honey
We will consider them pure joy
The joys of our life we have shared
So here's to better times that through the years will last
Cherish those friends who are afar
Keeping them warm within the heart
Reminisce about the happy times
Then you'll never feel so far apart
Send a thoughtful letter
Or call and say a few kind words
Even though they may have migrated
Just like the southbound birds!
Repeat Chorus
Cherish those friends both near and far
Hold them dear, every one
For God sent both to reveal His love
Amid the deepening shadows and golden sun
Repeat Chorus and fade