Sad news which make me want to stop the clock

On the morning on Valentine's day, we learned the death of a friend in tragic circumstances in Granada, the night before. So we didn't have the heart to celebrate Valentine's because it just didn't feel right. I didn't have the heart either to post last wednesdays because of this shocking news. Michael was only 30 and had the most beautiful smile. Born of a Thai mother and a British father, he was an adored son and brother. He helped his mother in her Thai restaurant and was also a race car driver. Totally bilingual in English and Spanish, he gained himself the friendship of so many here because of his natural cheerfulness and appetite for life. It is such a terrible loss. I used to be neighbor with his parents when I lived in Restabal. And as ever words fail you. Words do not suffice to bring comfort to someone who lost a beloved son and brother. One feels stupidly awkward and helpless in this kind of situation. What can one do to alleviate the pain ? I promised his mother to come and visit more often. As we hugged, she said these wonderful words....enjoy life, enjoy life...that is all we have....How wise of her....and true also...We always take everything for granted and sometimes forget to love while we can...Good bye Michael, you are among the shining stars now and you are loved....

I wish you a happy and peaceful week end my dear readers x Lala

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