| A Dozen Roses..... ----------------------------- I got a dozen roses From a friend the other day But I only have 1 left For I gave them all away I gave one to my sister Who to me is very dear In hopes that it will bring to her A little floral cheer I took one to a friend Who�s not feeling very well The flower or the visit Which helped more I could not tell One went to a friend I haven�t known for very long She struggles, so in some small way I hope this helps her carry on The rest went to the ones Who�ve helped me in so many ways They have been a cheerful presence On my very dreary days The roses were so pretty I just could not keep them all Except one single bud standing Beautiful and tall My friend gave me the flowers To help brighten up my day But the biggest joy I received Was in giving them away |