There
has only been one group in my life, which was hardest for me to leave. That
group consisted of me, my best friend/twin Lakeshia, and my best friend Tomeka.
We first met each other when we were in middle school and instantaneously we
were joined at the hip. People and teachers always assumed Lakeshia and I were
twins, so we went along with it and surprisingly people did not find out the
truth until the day of 8th grade graduation. Every other week we
would stay after school, go to the candy store, and sit out front the school
and talk about life. We each had a unique story, which made us very close because
we all knew what pain felt like. On the day of graduation we cried until our
eyes swelled and vowed to always keep in touch, which we did for a little
while, but eventually over the years we were hear from each other every blue
moon. Tomeka and I were the exception; I was there for her when her
grandparents passed away and she would come to my church every youth choir anniversary
and hear me sing.
Tomeka and Lakeshia were the
greatest best friends a girl could ask for but about two years ago, Tomeka
became ill and was hospitalized. Classmates would keep me informed and abreast
of her situation due to me being off at school but on February 15, 2011 at the
age of 23, I lost one of my closest friends in the world. I look back and wish
we had more memories together and I wish I could go back to the good old days
in middle school when we would sit on the brick wall outside of school and
chill and talk for hours. Leaving and adjourning from any group can be painful,
but the experience that I went through with losing my friend, I do not take for
granted the people in my life. It is my hope that my colleagues and I see the
true importance of connecting over these several weeks and build lasting
friendships. I wish us all the best and remember to keep your eye on the prize
and I cannot wait to possibly meet you all on graduation day.
That is so sad to hear. It is great that you had an opportunity to have someone in your life so close but such a tragedy at such an early age. I do believe you can form relationships that will last forever in groups. thanks for your story.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful memory you must have of your best friends. I was not fortunate enough to have a best friend when I was in school. I understand lost because I lost my sister this year January 22. When someone pass we always feel as if we wish we had spent more time with that person. I believe that we should learn from our losts, spend more time with family and friends, and let them know how much we love and appreciate them.
ReplyDeleteShaKeema,
ReplyDeletewhat a special story of your dear friend, I feel adjournment with a group is like closure whether it is passing or going separate ways. I must admit I would love to meet everyone in this class face to face! I don't think it will happen but the relationships are wonderful. Thank you and in your words, Keep your eye on the prize!
Shakeema,
ReplyDeleteSorry for your lost, it makes you treasure those that are in your life now. Life is so short, but I truly believe god put people in your life for a reason. It is definitely difficult to adjourn from your friend especially graduating from high school and going off to college. Leaving my friends behind on the day of graduation was the most difficult thing I have done because I was so comfortable. Entering college was like entering a new country not knowing anyone or the language, I felt so alone. But with time things change and you meet new people. Adjourning is apart of life.