An Ode to my Portable CD Player You were with me many a long and lonely night Always by my side or at my shoulder Singing sweet sorrow and compassion Comforting me through my darkest hours I took your presence for granted But what you gave to me I cannot ignore Company in my solitude Release in my pain Thank you for staying with me through those long and lonely nights Thank you for proffering your voice of emotion and caring My only companion My portable CD player