*Dedicated to Maddi Farris. One of the sweetest girls I
know.*

Please, please, don't ever change.
Whenever I need help, you're within range.
You're always there when I need you the most.
And when something great happens, you never boast.
You're so beautiful and special inside and out.
You're the best person I've met without a doubt.
You always have something nice to say. 
Especially when someone is having a bad day.
When someone is going through a time of storm,
You say something that makes their heart start to warm.
Everyday you walk in the halls with a smile on your face.
And when you enter a room, it becomes a brighter place.
You're so inspirational without trying to be.
And you seem like you just cast your worries at sea.
You're probably not as confident as you seem,
But you're the type of person to pursue a dream.
You're the best friend a person could want.
Because you always encourage and never taunt.
You always have a friend's back.
And lead them straight when they've fallen off track.
Your friends know you'll never lie,
So they can trust you without questioning why.
People know they can tell you a secret.
And not worry about anyone else knowing because they know
you'll keep it.
You're the influence people should follow.
Because in you sadness, you do not wallow.
Everyone knows and can tell,
That in the past, you don't dwell.
Your greatest talent is making people smile.
And you create a light that can be seen mile after mile.
You're loved by everyone just the way you are,
So don't try to be different, you're a shining star.
It seems like I've known you for forever.
And I can't believe I've never noticed that you're a
treasure.
Many people are looking for someone who cares.
And you're the one that can free them form life's snares.
So please don't change and to yourself be true.
Because the world is much better with someone like you. ©