Thank you Two Writing Teachers for creating this space for me to share my corner of the world.
I write this today with a heavy heart. This weekend a former student of mine lost his battle with cancer. He was in my very first class, and he is the second student from this class who I have lost in less than two years.
Two students
traveled different roads
yet similar paths
one took his own life
cancer took the other
Two students
outsiders
looking in on a world
a world that was cruel
a world that was unfair
Two students
with so much to give
but such little time
to live
to love
As a high schooler, I lost four classmates in the four years that I was attending. One suicide, one boat accident, and two health issues. I know what it did to me as a student - I can't imagine being an adult and experiencing it. Wishing you peace, love, and memories. <3
ReplyDeleteYour sadness is palpable. A beautiful tribute.
ReplyDeleteYour sadness is palpable. A beautiful tribute.
ReplyDeleteSo very sad...but a beautiful remembrance.
ReplyDeleteOh Leigh Anne, I'm so sorry. What a beautiful poem to share during this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteLeigh Anne, I'll be lifting you up in prayer today. Offering peace and whatever else you might need.
ReplyDeleteLeigh Anne, with a heavy heart that you wrote today. Life is uncertain and fragile.
ReplyDeleteOh Leigh Anne, I'm so so sorry! Losing a student is so painful. You are in my prayers. Sending a hug!!
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