Rev. Lord C.M. Bechard

Unexpected Friendships

In the most unlikely of places we meet,  
A shared laugh, a kind glance, a moment so sweet.  
From strangers we gather, in life’s busy flow,  
Unexpected friendships begin to grow.  

With stories unfolding, and secrets to share,  
Two hearts find a rhythm, a bond beyond compare.  
In laughter and silence, in moments so rare,  
A flicker of warmth fills the crisp evening air.  

Through twists and turns, through thick and through thin,  
Together we flourish, where journeys begin.  
In a world ever-changing, true connections prevail,  
In unexpected friendships, we discover our trail.  

With each passing season, our memories blend,  
Through laughter and tears, these ties never end.  
For sometimes the best are the ones we can’t see,  
Unexpected friendships, as real as can be.

 

 

They bloom in the quiet, like flowers at dawn,  

In the mundane moments, where life carries on.  

A nod in the hallway, a shared cup of tea,  

Suddenly, we find there’s a spark, you and me.  

 

Through laughter and stories, we build a new bridge,  

Crossing over the gaps that once stood like a ridge.  

With each shared experience, our lives intertwine,  

In moments of joy where our hearts brightly shine.  

 

In times of uncertainty, we stand hand in hand,  

Supporting each other, a united band.  

When storms start to rage, and shadows creep near,  

An unexpected friend makes the burdens less clear.  

 

Reflecting on journeys, the paths that we tread,  

These friendships remind us of words left unsaid.  

A glance speaks of comfort, a smile shares a song,  

In this tapestry woven, we find where we belong.  

 

They teach us to cherish the simple and small,  

As together we rise, should we stumble or fall.  

In the book of our lives, these chapters unfold,  

Unexpected friendships, more precious than gold.

 

 

In the garden of life, where we wander and roam,  

Seeds of connection lie scattered, yet alone.  

To foster the bonds that take root in surprise,  

Open your heart and embrace the skies.  

 

Step into the unknown, let go of your fears,  

With a smile as your compass, and laughter as cheers.  

In the eyes of a stranger, see stories untold,  

A universe waiting, with treasures of gold.  

 

Listen with purpose, let silence be kind,  

In shared stories and moments, true ties you will find.  

Each word is a blossom, each shared glance a start,  

In the dance of connection, two souls may depart.  

 

Break down the barriers that hesitation lays,  

In kindness and courage, let your spirit blaze.  

A simple “hello” can spark a new flame,  

In humility\'s warmth, let your heart find its name.  

 

Embrace differences, let curiosity flow,  

In laughter and honesty, true friendships will grow.  

From the cracks of routine, let spontaneity bloom,  

For a shared cup of cocoa can light up the room.  

 

Through the seasons of life, let presence be your guide,  

In comforting silence, let vulnerability reside.  

In the flicker of recognition, the magic is found,  

Unexpected friendships lift us, where love knows no bound.  

 

So plant all your seeds, nurture what’s rare,  

With openness and kindness, let connections declare,  

That in this vast journey, where lives intertwine,  

Unexpected friendships are treasures divine.