To my friend,

I just want to say that I'm sorry. I'm sorry for everything that is going on in your life, you don't deserve it at all. I know that this changes absolutely nothing and doesn't make it better at all, but I am sorry from the bottom of my heart. Bad things happen to good people and it doesn't make sense. It may never make any sense, but I'm here to help you try to come to terms with it.

I know you must be confused and angry and upset that something like this can happen to you, or anyone for that matter. I can only imagine what you are feeling inside and keeping bottled up. It's okay to be angry, it's okay to be depressed. You are completely justified in all these emotions. I hope you know that I am here for you and anything you may need: someone to talk to or sit in silence with, someone to cry to or laugh with, someone to remind you that you will get through this and be stronger for it, or someone to wallow in sadness with. You will get through this, and I really hope you know I will be at your side along the way. We have a bumpy road ahead of us, but I hope I can help smooth it out as much as I possibly can.

Honestly, I'm proud of you and how you are handling everything. You are SO strong. It's hard to say what anyone would do in such a terrible situation, but there is no way I would handle it as gracefully and positively as you. You still have such a positive outlook that it is truly inspiring. I'm impressed with how level-headed and rational you have been… you are an inspiration to all.

I know you don't want to hear this right now but God has a plan. That may make you even more upset and confused because that is so hard to believe that He would let this happen. But, I hope it brings you some comfort knowing that God will guide you and help you to get past this. Bad things happen, it is faith that brings us out to the other side.

Please remember that I am here for you. Whatever you need, I'm your girl. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers, sending you positive energy with every breath I take. You will get through this, I believe in you. Stay strong, but I'll be here when you aren't.

All love,

Your Friend