My oldest and best friend is going through the unimaginable

My oldest and best friend is going through the unimaginable.

There are moments in life when words fail us—when pain is too deep, and heartbreak too real to describe. This is one of those moments. My oldest and dearest friend, someone who has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, is enduring something no one should ever have to face. And my heart is shattered for her and for her beautiful family.

She is more than just a friend—she is chosen family. We’ve laughed until we cried, grown up side by side, shared secrets, dreams, and all the messy, beautiful layers of life. And now, in this cruel and devastating moment, all I want to do is take her pain away, hold her through it, and remind her she is not alone.

There is a unique kind of helplessness that comes from watching someone you love suffer so deeply. It’s a feeling of wanting to do everything and knowing there’s so little you actually can. But I can stand by her. I can show up, hold space, and offer whatever love, strength, and comfort I have to give.

To my friend—my soul sister—if love could fix this, if prayers could turn back time, if there were anything in my power to ease your burden, I would do it a thousand times over. I know no words can reach the depth of your pain, but please know that I am holding you in my heart every second of every day. You are wrapped in so much love—mine, and the love of all who care about you. We are here. We will not let you go through this alone.

Grief is a long road, and it never looks the same for any two people. But I promise to walk beside you through every step—whether in silence, in tears, or in the quiet strength of just being present.

I love you beyond measure. Always have, always will.