a life too young

[raggdoll 0]

I just found out that my young cousin, Brandon, was killed early yesterday morning in a car accident. He was 23. I'm writing this here because I just found out, am a bit upset, and am stuck at work.

I first met Brandon when I was a junior in high school; he sat and watched while his mom helped me get ready for the prom. That little, shy, gawky kid who wouldn't talk to me when he was so young became a wonderful young man who was a senior in college, scheduled to graduate next month.

The last time I saw him, he and I talked about school and what he wanted to do with his life. He talked about going further in his education, of doing things with his life.

I'm so saddened by this right now. He was only 23, and had so much ahead of him. And now, because of being young and stupid for one minute, he's gone, a life wasted. He doesn't even get the chance to learn from his mistake.

I'm sorry I'm rambling. Brandon was a good kid, just a few years younger than me, a kid who could have taken the wrong road but didn't. He was making a good name for himself, in college, at work. And now, all I have are the memories of us joking around, of him being there for me when I needed him this past summer, of him being an all-around good kid who did well for himself.

Rest in peace, Brandon. I love you.

[coconutmonkey 0]

Vibes, hugs and prayers.

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[raggdoll 0]

Thank you.

The university he attended will be awarding him his degree posthumously. I guess that's something.

[VanillaSkyGirl 6]

How sad. My condolences to you and to your family, my dear. Please hang in there. ((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))

[mouth 0]

I am so sorry for your loss. It is so difficult to understand how people with so much potential can be taken from us in their prime. Know that you and your family are in my thougths and prayers.

I'm glad Brandon's diploma will be awarded as his parents will have that to add to the many wonderful things they use to remember him by.

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Hot Mama
At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

[Nightingale 0]

{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}

[Raefordite 0]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts to you and your family.

[raggdoll 0]

Thank you, everyone, for all of the replies. They really mean a lot to me. Obviously, this is really difficult on his mom, as this is her third child to die. It's almost a question of how much one person can take and I feel so awful for her right now.

The school Brandon attended is having a memorial service next week, which i've just been informed I'm singing at. If anyone has any good ideas for a song (probably a cappella, I think), please let me know. The only songs I have in my head right now is Amazing Grace, which would work, but I'm more than willing to take suggestions.

Thanks again, all.