Tom T. Hall - Mabel, You Have Been A Friend To Me lyrics

[Verse 1:] I appreciate the coffee that you've made I appreciate the shelter of your roof I'll pay you back someday for all your kindness And all the other liberties I took Although I cannot say that I have loved you I won't forget how good it was to be Among the people you call little darling Mabel you have been a friend to me [Chorus:] Mabel you have been a friend to me And somewhere down the line I'll drink a toast To the lady who encouraged me to try And you took me in when I was down and broke [Verse 2:] I hope that life holds many thrills for you And there are great big apples on your tree I'm sorry that I could't give you more than thanks Mabel you have been a friend to me If you hear that I'm somewhere and I'm doin' well Don't you fail to stop and see me if you can Oh you know that if you ever need a pal I'll sure be there to lend you a helping hand If fortune treats me good and if I make it I'll remember where I rest my wandering feet That you made part of the bitter journey sweeter Mabel you have been a friend to me [Chorus]