As hard as I could, I've been rummaging through my head for things to say, to no avail.
However, I think this poem from Paula Finn might just do the trick...
When You First Came into my Life
When you first came into my life...
I had no idea how easy you would be to talk to
and I never imagined that our early conversation
would grow into such a strong friendship.
I never suspected that we'd discover
so many common interest and values,
or that I could ever enjoy simple pleasures
as much as when they are shared with you.
I never thought we'd have so many
warm and happy times together,
or that your compassion would help so much
to ease me through the rougher times.
I didn't expect to feel so soon
as though I'd known you forever,
or to trust you so easily
with my secrets and deepest feelings...
I never thought
that your support could make such a difference,
that your encouragement would bring my dreams closer,
make my successes sweeter,
and my losses easier to accept.
I never imagined that I would grow to want, to need,
and to love you so much.
When you first came into my life,
I never dreamed you'd soon be someone
whom I couldn't live without.
