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Zoe7Senior Contributor
Just found out a friend's son was tragically taken from us yesterday. I won't put details here but it seems like it was a hit and run. I lost another friend a few years ago in similar circumstances.
Absolutely heartbroken 💔
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ArraDreamingSenior Contributor
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NightFurySenior Contributor
@Zoe7 I am sorry for your loss.
My condolences to you and to your friend.
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
Thanks @ArraDreaming @NightFury I just cannot comprehend it at present. He was only 19 with the world at his feet. Such a beautiful young man. It is too much for me tonight. Feeling absolutely heart broken for my friend.
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MissGremlinSenior Contributor
@Zoe7 I'm so sorry to hear of this tragic news. That's absolutely heartbreaking and I can only imagine how you and your friend must be feeling. Sending you lots of love and hugs ❤️
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
It really is too much to comprehend @MissGremlin Bringing up a lot of emotions 💔😢
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MissGremlinSenior Contributor
@Zoe7 completely understandable. Its not something we can really comprehend especially when it's a life taken way too soon 😞. Here for you if you need to chat, sitting with you tonight ❤️
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
Thank you so much @MissGremlin My best friend was killed by a hit and run driver nearly 5 years ago. I still miss him everyday so do not know how my friend is going to get through this. We have not been close for years now but still catch up occasionally. We worked together then went to different schools after her son was born. He was the light in her life and such a beautiful boy.
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
No words. @Zoe7
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
Yep ...same @Appleblossom 🥰
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MissGremlinSenior Contributor
@Zoe7 oh I'm so sorry to hear about your best friend. I can imagine this is bringing up alot of painful memories given it's the same circumstances. It's not something we ever get over, i lost a friend in a tragic accident 16 years ago and I still think about him all the time so I know how you are feeling. I hope you and your friend have lots of support around you during this time. Please take care of yourself and know that we are here for you ❤️
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