I got a phone call last night from a good friend. She wanted to let me know that a student of ours had committed suicide last week and they thought that the services were to be held today. AR was a great kid with some nasty things to overcome and he tried hard. So did his dad in trying to find help when they moved from VA to MD. I remember AR wanting to help and when things were bad, helping others actually gave him a purpose and a reason to try harder. So I'm sad because this life is gone but am prayerful that he is no longer in pain and is in heaven.
So...if you're reading this and you are despairing about life...ask for help. Email me. Call a friend. Don't stop asking.
It's early and I haven't done a lot of research yet but I'll come back with some resources...both for where I work and nationally. Start here...American Foundation for Suicide Prevention There is a lot of good information as well as links for both people in crisis and those that love and support them. I'll keep looking and keep posting.
I pray that you are all blessed with someone who is looking out for you and I know that God is there for you too.
T.
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