Day of reckoning

A few weeks ago I posted that a friend whom I love very much was going through a very difficult time in their life. For reasons of privacy, I can't go into details of what my friend is facing, but today is a pivotal day for them, and I don't think I've ever prayed so hard or been so frightened in my life. My fear is not for myself, but for my friend. Even if today goes as well for my friend as it can, their life will never ever be the same again. Today, I'm praying for strength for my friend to face whatever comes, and that those around my friend will have at least some compassion in their hearts. I pray also that my friend knows that I will be there for them no matter what happens today.