[This little poem was written in a heartbeat as my new friend was about to embark on a personal getaway. We met through a mutual friend at EDS, Jared Rogers. She is a young wife, mother, accomplished musician and singer. I treasure her music but, more importantly, I treasure the friendship and inspiration she has given to me through her songs.] I decided one day, to get away And do some serious thinking I took along my dearest friend My guitar…which I plan on keeping It's always been my closest friend Never criticizes if I do wrong Allowing me to turn my feelings Into musical notes and song It helps me overcome my fears It gives me an inner peace Not sure how I'd ever do without it As it brings such great release I know it has also helped me To enhance my musical gift I will treasure it forever and always As it gives my insides "a lift!" M.Clary February 5, 2004