Had some horrible news yesterday after writing my blog that a boy I went to school with had died. Considering we're only 18, I was more than a little bit upset. I wasn't overly close to him but he was always a genuine, honest kind of guy that knew how to enjoy life. It's been a shock for the entire community, considering it was a suicide, the information just doesn't seem to add up.
He had only recently made solid plans to better his life and started seeking a life with God. No-one can understand how he felt so badly when everything appeared to be going so well. I suppose depression, like anxiety, is another personal journey which sometimes can't be shared with the people around us. It's really made me consider my own path in life and how I should cherish every moment, even if there is times that are challenging.
I know this site isn't for things like this, but I felt it was only right to add it to my own journey because I feel it's impacted on my life now. My thoughts go to his family who I know will be struggling right now and his friends who will keep his memories alive.
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Loves October
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... Within a few years of graduation, my class had three young men take their lives. As sad and depressed as any of us can get, when someone commits suicide we realize what a drastic and permanent decision it is. There's no getting better or life improving for them. It's really hard for some of us to appreciate each day, including me. Sometimes, it's just something to be lived through. My mom has come to live with us while she battles cancer - again. My kids will both have grown up and left the nest within a few years. If I don't get it together and treasure today, when do I? Last night, everyone got together in the living room and watched a good movie together. I'd just cleaned and mopped the kitchen when my oldest said he wanted to make french fries. I said that I'd just cleaned the kitchen and didn't want grease everywhere. I'm usually pretty indulgent as a mom, so I thought about it a little while later and said, "I'm sorry. Make your fries." Happy kid! And he baked them, so he didn't make a mess. I think life is about individual decisions we make every day to squeeze the good out of every day, even bad ones. |
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... I totally can see where you're coming from, it's such a shock when something like this happens. I'm quite laid back despite my anxiety so I try not to get stressed about the little things. It's just so sad to know that someone my age couldn't continue with their life, especially when they'd started to truly consider a better future. I don't know what went through his head but I just know that I want to make sure my life is as fulfilled as I can make it. |
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