The Friend

I am unknown to all,

a secret only I alone can uncover.

I am of little concern to you,

after all, you don't know me yet.

I am your best friend,

if you are willing, but

I am your greatest enemy,

if you are that to me.

I have suffered

for you

to see you grow and

I have planned

for you

to see you fall and

I was there

for you.

Who am I?

I am not your compassion,

for you would know peace with all.

I am not your guidance,

for you would never know fear.

I am what you do not know.

I am the potential to become whatever you seek.

I am what all others can appreciate or despise.

I am the only one who could help or stop you.

I am, my dear friend,

you.