apparently this guy I kinda knew passed away yesterday. its believed to be accidental. he was more of a “friend of a friend,” but I’ve met him a few times and we’ve both been at the same parties/social gatherings and such. he was a pretty cool guy, I actually would have liked to have gotten to know him better. I just assumed I had the time to do that.
I feel really bad for his family, friends, and girlfriend. I have never had a friend pass away before, but I can’t imagine how I would deal with that. especially if you were really close.
actually, now that I think of it, I guess he’d be the closest person to me that has ever passed away, even though I barely knew him. excluding grandparents. weird to think of it that way.
this event just got me thinking about how fast and unexpectedly things like this can creep up on you. it could have been anyone, it could have been my best friend. or, your best friend even.
anyway, my heart goes out to his family and friends. and to everyone else, be safe and make good choices, and always give the people you care most about big long hugs.