My friend died

[Miscue]

He moved to Hawaii a bit over a year ago, and I didn't know he came back to Vegas - I didn't stay in touch with him. I found out today that he fell off a ledge at Red Rock Canyon last year. It's really strange to accept the fact that he's gone, it's just difficult for it to sink in. I thought it had to be a hoax, until I found his obituary. I've known him over half of my life - and when we were kids it was his house our my house all the time for video games and stuff. I learned the piano because of him - he was so good at it, and I wanted to learn too. And that piano of mine I think has been an important part of my life, with him partly to thank for that.

This sort of thing makes me reflect on things, and think of all the people in my life - and remember that our time here is not guaranteed, and so very short.

I'm going to visit him this Sunday and let him know that I'm sorry that I missed his funeral. But I know he will understand, and will be glad to see me.

[Rob218]

Always is really bad when a friend that you may have lost contact with dies. Hell, it sucks when anyone you know/knew dies. Take it easy man, just remember the good times.

[cphilip]

I am sorry Miscue.

Indeed you should go visit.

Good memories though. Keep em close.

[CasingBill]

Sorry to hear, Miscue. Hope your visit will give u some peace.

[WickeDKlowN]

Wow, I'm sorrry man, it's always hard when those kinds of things happen. About 2 1/2 years ago, my brother died in a car wreck and a year ago April, my uncle (totally unexpectedly)commited suicide. It really does make you realize that life is a fragile thing and you shouldn't waste it.

When these types of thing's happen, we just have to be strong and remember the good times...

[rmhawk]

Man that sucks. My good friend died in a car accident about a year and a half ago. You're right, it's almost like a joke or something. It's hard to understand at first and always tough to handle. It didn't really sink in for me until I was at his funeral, then it hit me "He's really gone!" Sucks. It's unfortunate you missed your friends funeral.

[Echo419]

man... im so sorry... I know how it feels, when you here the knews you think you have grasped it. but your mind keeps convincing you he'll be ok he's coming back. And then it sinks in Dude im so sorry, if theres anything i can do let me know

[Dayspring]

He's not really gone so long as his memory stays alive in the hearst of his friends.

Eternal rest grant unto him...

[mcdkid]

little bit to lightin up the thread

not tryin to offend any1 but this is what someone told me at a funeral once-

when someone u know dies, try to think of the good times u had, and what you're going to do with that money u owed them.

[gibby]

Sorry to hear that Brian...I wished I had the right words to say in situations like these but I never do. I just hope you will be alright. If you never forget the memories and hold it close to your heart, that person will never truly be dead. They will live inside of you. Take care buddy.

[1stdeadeye]

That stinks. Well going to see his grave should help bring you some closure and at least make you fell like you set things right.

[oldsoldier]

Q, I had a good friend commit suicide down here...shot himself in the head. I know how it feels...I went to his gravesite while on leave. Its still hard to believe...but, hang in there, remember the good times, and remember they live on in our hearts and minds.

[MagMan5446]

My buddy died just these couple of weeks ago:

[DJBacon06]

I know the feeling. I had a friend of mine die a little while ago. Its a terrible thing. She was only 16 So i know what you are goin through man. Just remember all the good times you had together, and know that he's in a better place now.

[hitech]

I'm sorry to hear that. Losing someone always stinks, even if you don't see them very often. I can sympathize. My best friend's mother just passed away, very suddenly. I've known her for almost 30 years. I didn't get to go to the funeral, as it was the same day as my daughter was born.

Remember the good times...