This is actually my first post on PIMD's forums and I debated even making this in the first place. However, at the moment my real life seems to not make much sense and I need at least one place that I can go to to talk it out/possibly help others. I recently had a friend from high school who was shot in the neck in December (long story). He was paralyzed from the neck down and for awhile couldn't even speak. He got better, went to rehab, came back, and decided to do something very brave: he wanted to participate in a few studies involving spinal cord cells, stem cells, etc. in order to help people in the future. unfortunately, he was found earlier this week unconscious and unresponsive and no one knows how long he was like that for. they put him into a medically induced coma a couple of days ago and died a few hours ago. My friend was literally the nicest person anyone has ever met. He was nice to everyone, he had an amazing sense of humor, and ALWAYS had a smile on his face. He got into the wrong crowd early on, but despite some poor decisions he chose to make, everyone still looked past them and loved him. These poor decisions were ultimately what got him into the situation he was in and I feel like it's a good PSA for those of you on PIMD that are still in their teens and even for those of you who are older. And what I've learned from my own life mistakes and now his is this: it's okay to have fun. it's okay to be young, try new things, make mistakes, and learn from them. but there is a such thing as taking it too far. and I hope you will be able to find the strength and wisdom inside to know whenever (if you ever) get to that point in your life. I know I did, and I know a lot of my friends did after this incident. To those who are older, not in high school, and have been around the block: just keeping remembering that you never know when your time will come. Don't hold grudges, tell family and friends that you love them, life is too short to not have fun and be with those you love. Also, find something you love doing and are passionate about and never stop doing that very thing. This is a super long post and I don't blame anyone for not reading it. In the end, as long as I got some thoughts off my chest and mind, I'll sleep well tonight.
That's interesting But don't worry I already know I'm gonna die much earlier than most people. My life has a serious amount of health problems. I was born weird .-. But other than that, I'm going to have fun with my life At least, I'm speculating the doctors haven't told me anything about when I'd die. Because I haven't asked
You know this forum was an everyday thing growing up for me. I can relate I've lost a few friends because of bad crowds and a twist of fate... These people leave this world and there memory remains like a beacon of light that helps us get us through this dark world...
Well said morrisey but I do like this form and, I do agree with venting here and there. I hope the best for you.
Something very similar happened to a boy in my class when we were in high school. We had an assembly about choices, and everybody in the school put their heads together, and raised money for a charity that helped him a lot whilst he was alive. From that point onwards, everybody was careful who they befriended, and most people put their old troublemaking habits behind them. If something is said, then everybody can work together to help stop something. Very well done.
its so true..none of us can know how our lifes will end up. doing the best you can and loving the ppl that are important in your life is all that matters. keep strong
It's nice to see people commenting and supporting and sharing their own experiences. you guys are right, this type of situation happens way too often ? and I'm sorry for all of you who have experienced it too! it's also nice to see people who don't take their life for granted!
Wow thank you for sharing your story and thoughts. I am sorry for your loss and will say a few prayers. Good post and I hope people take the time to read it! Stay positive and live well!
im sorry i read that wrong the first time i just rereaad again im sorry for your lost mere i truly am
I like this post. I congratulate your friend. He was trying to help. It is a real shame that civilians harm each other for no reason. Was there a reason he was shot in the neck? Things like that do not usually just happen for giggles. Anyway, I will pray for your friend, regardless of who he prays to.
My respect to you for being able to openly talk about your friend's death and making this forum post. May he rest in peace. Although I can't say that I can specifically relate, I support the message of life is short, live it while you can. You could be shot tomorrow, for all fate, God, whatever you believe in wills. Everybody makes mistakes, but making yourself and the people around you happy is worth it in the end. Support, respect,
Thank you so much to everyone who has sent all the supportive messages. captain jack, to answer your question, he got into the wrong crowd doing/selling things he shouldn't have been doing/selling. Regardless, he had one of the best personalities and smiles than anyone else I've known. despite the fact that he got involved in the wrong crowd, everyone lived him. if anything, his story sends a message for others to learn from: that there is a such thing as taking "having fun" too far.