" O, my friend, What fitting word can I say? You, my chum, My companion of infinite talks, My inspiration, My guide, Through whom I saw myself at best; You, the light of this western country. You, a great richness. A glory, A charm, Product and treasure of these States. Here’s to friends we’ve yet to meet, here’s to those here, all here I greet. Here’s to childhood, youth and age, when heart meets heart, And Friend meets friend ©Afshana Shaheed "