As friendships grow
The walls of security come down
As trust is earned
Mutual smiles are found
Not of physical touch
But more of a common bond
Between two or more
Confidence is won
For when a friendship can’t be trusted
Surely it becomes rusted
And now it’s busted
Right quickly then it’s ousted
Once trust is gained
Responsibility is yours
Mistreat it
You’ll take the exit door
But knowing
Someone’s got your back
Is confidence against
The trust that someone else lacks
Trust is a two-way door
It’ll work against or for you
If it works for only one
Then it doesn’t work for two
If I trust in you
And you trust in me
Then between us
Friendship we will see
But be careful
In who you trust
For there are those
Who thrive on rust
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