My Whole Life Changed

I walk into class like any other day
Not knowing that my whole life's about to change
I see my best friend with her usual bright smile
Not knowing what's been going on for awhile

We giggle and chat as we do every morning
But then I notice something very gory
A dark stain is soaked into her sleeve
I shake my head, not wanting to believe

Finally, not wanting to waste any time
I grasp her hand firmly in mine
Pulling up her sleeve, where only I can see
Spilled blood welcomes me

She pulls away, her eyes averted down
I say nothing, unable to make a sound
Without a word, I take her outside
Where she breaks down and begins to cry

As I envelope her in my arms
My heart is pounding with shocked alarm
I feel her tears and I feel her pain
I used to treat myself that way

I know what she's going through
But I don't know what to say
This is the day
My whole life changed.

Copyright-AmberPalmer