I saw my older brother close to crying today · 2:41pm Nov 12th, 2015
Just fifteen minutes before I made this post, my older brother Jon came by and walked into my bedroom. His eyes were watering and he looked like he'd been crying earlier.
A childhood friend of his and a resident of our village were killed in the early hours of this morning in a car accident. They were apparently returning home from a pub when something happened, and they collided with a tree. It was confirmed that my brother's friend died on impact and did not suffer. It was also revealed that the other person who died was the husband to the daughter of another resident in my village who owned the deeds to the fields around the back of my house's row. I can only imagine how upset the family must be as much as my bro's friend's are at this time.
But Jon...I've never really seen my brother like this before. He was in bits and pieces as he came into my room, doing his best to hold those broken fragments together. I knew his friend pretty well, though not a whole deal. He and I usually conversed on the occasional encounter we had time to time. But I know enough to say he was a decent character with a likable personality and a great sense of humor.
My family has heard the news now and mom's calling up my other brothers to let them know since Jon's mate interacted with them as well. But I'm worried for Jon since this makes two childhood friends now that he's lost.
So just letting you know why I might not be online for a bit. My brother is strong, but even strong people need to borrow strength from others.
UniqueSKD and Unique
Damn...
Tell him that I feel his pain and feel sorry for him.
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Jon's coming to terms with it right now. I think the shock of it all has passed thankfully, though my little bro is acting up a bit right now. I don't think he's taking it as well as Jon has. Still, I and all of us here are ready to hep each other through this, and your support and condolences are appreciated tremendously by all of us.
Jon also says thank you to you guys and gals, even if you are - as he puts it - 'weird pony hippies'. He still doesn't get Bronies. XD
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I shall use this title instead Brony.
Sorry to hear that. I know how you and Jon feel. I lost someone very close to me just a few weeks ago. Still can't quite manage to get over it.
3538265 Well, it didn't really affect me that deeply. I'm sad that he's gone yes, but not super major upset because I didn't interact with him as often as everyone else did. But he'll still be missed very much.
Who did you lose, if it's okay to ask?
As you said, at least he didn't suffer.
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Just half an hour ago I received additional news. The other person who died along with Jon's best friend?
His mother passed away mere hours ago after his death.
While this must be devastating for his now-widow and his family, at least mother and son can be together in peace. I wish Jon's friend could have had something similar.
Today has been very depressing. Three deaths within a matter of mere hours. It is so cliche, but the old saying holds great truth to it - Life is too short.
I want all of you to promise me you'll take care of yourselves. And try to do as much good in your lives. Also, be wary of cars; after today they might as well be fucking metal coffins on wheels. Also DON'T EVER TOUCH ALCOHOL. You are a fucking fool to touch that stuff.
Sorry. Forgive my outburst.
Goodnight everyone. Be safe and well.
3538779 Give them our regards.
Sorry to hear
I will light a candle for them
3538341 My therapist.
3538837 Ouch...