person A: My friends mother got diagnosed with cancer last month and its been hard on her. 
person B: So sorry to hear that. It is truly horrifying and i wish and hope for nobody to be hit with this calamity
person A: Yeah. Shes my best friend_comma_ so I'm planning to go with her this weekend to see her mom. my heart breaks for her..
person B: Indeed. Friends should be together in times of need. That is what friends are for
person A: I agree! Thank you!