You're a very special friend,
Making life lovely, it's true;
Because you're my treasured friend,
I do dearly care for you.

In my life you're a real friend,
Joys in life you help me find;
At times when I am real tense,
You then help me to unwind.

When life is full of darkness,
In it, you then bring much light;
When hard times are depressing,
You rid them like dynamite.

To me you are a swell friend,
Always there when I need one;
Your heart is one that is warm,
Yet still gives light like the sun.

I know I've been very blessed,
Having a friend such as you,
Mary Anne, you're quite a gal,
Gals like you are way too few.

To me you're someone who's swell.
Your heart is one that is prized,            
Sweeter than linden flowers,
And welcomed like sunny skies.

I find you very thoughtful,,    
With a heart that understands;
The more love that's in your heart,            
The more your heart then expands.

When your  smiles reach the heavens,
There they ricochet about;
Hitting stars to make them spin,
Yet the stars light won't go out.  

Mary Anne, you're a swell friend,
I  cherish your heart that's dear;
Keep living as God calls you,    
And to you joys will draw near.