This poem comes from Autumn Leaves:

Friends are those

Who’ll share joy or troubles.

With the help of friends,

One’s strength doubles.

Friends who listen

To both problems and trial,

No argument, cajoling,

No attempt to beguile.

Friends are those tested,

Who rise to the task

Answer the call,

Lending support without being asked.

Helping each other when necessary,

No apology or amend.

It’s easy to share troubles

With a close, cherished friend.

Living without friends

Is true sadness indeed,

For they share in your joy,

Sympathize with your need.

Remember — friends can’t be purchased,

For, if they could, what price?

To stand solidly beside you

Thirty times thrice.