It seems that all we're hearing about today is drugs, addiction, depression and ultimately, death. Our friends, family and peers are being lost to an addiction, a craving that can never be curbed. So when will it stop? When will we stop seeing those we know and grew up with lose themselves to drugs?
It's hard to believe that someone you have known in passing is gone forever. Sure, you may not have talked in years, but you remember seeing their face in the hallway, and even classes you had together back in elementary school. These are the kids that you grew up with. The kids you've known since you were in elementary school. The ones that you will now never forever.
What I'm getting at, is that it's hard to imagine that someone so young with so much to do and see in life, is gone forever. And drugs robbed them of their chance for a long and happy life.
At 19 years old, there is so much you haven't done. The world is at your feet and you are ready to take on all the challenges ahead. And for some of our friends, it was cut short there.
So, when will we learn that, in the end, the high isn't worth your money, time, relationships and ultimately, your life? When will we learn that anyone can overcome depression or addiction with help? When will we learn that there is more to life than drugs?
Recently, we have seen some great people go way too soon, and it's in our hands to help each other end drug abuse in our community. For the sake of those we have lost, think twice before you either try or continue abusing drugs.
And to those who have passed: we will never forget you, or the feeling we had when we first heard that you were gone. You were loved and still are, even if you didn't know it. You will be missed dearly by friends and family alike. Your stories will hopefully help others find the courage to fight their addictions, to avoid the unfortunate fate you had encountered. Your death will not be for nothing.
You were great people and are irreplaceable. We hope that you find peace now, wherever you are.
Fly High.