My friend was killed yesterday

[ramanth]

Just bumping an old thread in case any newcomers miss the date.


It's been 6 years since this happened and Jordan still comes to mind. It really does feel just like yesterday.

Sometime after the accident, I had a dream about Jordan. I was at a party hanging out with friends in the basement. I glance over at the stairs and was shocked to see Jordan coming down and heading my way. I stood in disbelief because I knew he had died. I'm embarressed that my first words were, "You can't be here!". But he just smiled and laughed, gave me a huge hug and said, "It's all going to be okay." And I woke up.

Life of course has gone on. His best friend Jason had his first child and they named him Jordan. He's a cute little guy who just turned 2.

It especially feels bitter sweet this year as it's the last of the Harry Potter movies that he enjoyed so much. (Loved the books as well.) I will definitely raise a glass the day HP 7 part 2 opens.

I miss him so much.



Andy called me last night and in a very flat voice said, "We have a funeral to go to." I detected more disbelief and anger in his voice than actual grief, but my heart leapt into my throat, wondering if it was his parents, his brother, or a relative I've never met.

I never once expected this. Not this.

"It's Jordan." and my mind didn't wrap around that. "No. It can't be....we just saw him."

I broke down and cried.

Jordan was killed on his way home from work. Someone ran a red light and hit him. Now he's gone. My friend is gone. He was so geeked to see Episode III, to get the new Harry Potter book, to see the new Harry Potter movie, to dress up again at Dragon*Con. And he won't get to do that, all because some bitch had to break the law.

It made the news.
http://www.toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs...WS01/505180376

Life is not fair.



Cincy'sMom, you might remember meeting Jordan when Andy and I came down for the cat show.

I wanted to add that he had a Husky named London. Jordan and I were planning on setting up a playdate for London and Kia. Jordan loved animals....

I think I'm going to be sick....

[christa]

So sorry for the loss of your friend. Sounds like a tragic accident.

[luvofallhorses]

I am terribly sorry for your loss What a horrible horribe thing You and your family and Jordan's family will be in my thoughts and prayers. (((((hugs))))))

[Ally Cat's Mommy]

Oh Kim, I am SO SORRY (((HUGS)))

What a dreadful waste. I know it won't help bring your friend back, but I really hope they prosecute the other driver.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

OMG.... . What a tragic accident....!
I hope that the person who caused that accident didn't dissapear?? It is sooooo un-human to do that!!

{{{{{{{{{{ hugs for you, Ramanth}}}}}}}}}

[lute]

oh no! i'm soo sorry for your loss. this must be a very hard time for you. ((((HUGS))))

[CountryWolf07]

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your good friend! People can be so stupid these days..

[DoggiesAreTheBest]

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your friend, Kimmy.

Hugs to you.

[Kfamr]

Kimmy, I'm so sorry. I'm in tears right now and I never knew this man. This is why i'm so afraid to drive.

I'm so, so sorry. {{HUGS}} to you.

[mina'smomma]

Oh Kimmy I'm so sorry hun. If you need me just call me. I'll keep you and Andy in my prayers.

Hugs,
Renae

[Jadapit]

I'm so, so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Jordan was really a nice looking man. So sad.

[jazzcat]

Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry. I'm sure this is a total shock for you and you and Andy are going to go through a whole range of emotions.

(((HUGS)))

You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.

[Glacier]

I'm so sorry for your loss.

[Karen]

Kimmy, I am so sorry to hear of Jordan's death. You and Andy and Jordan's friends and family will be in our prayers.

[My Peanuts]

Kimmy I'm so sorry. He was so young . I really don't know what to say. My prayers will be with you and Jordan's family.