Reality

I am into work today a little light footed. I'm not a supporter of the person who won the election last night but I'm even more of a not supporter of the person he ran against. So I'm a little excited about change. As I walked in I had a conversation with another person that shared my thoughts. The drive in was easy and the day seemed as though it old unfold well.

Then as I walked past my neighboring teachers door I heard her call my name asking for me to come in her class. As soon as I heard her voice I knew something was wrong. She then, in a panic, let me know that her youngest brother had died last night.

Just like that the peep, the light footedness was gone. Her brother had died.

I began attempting to help her get her things and finish lessons for a sub so she could get out of the school. Not many words were exchanged, not many were needed.

She got what she needed and I took the rest, then she left. I felt horrible for her. That feeling of loss must be enormous, it's not one I know as all my close family are still with us.

It was a reality check. I'm still young compared to some, but knowing that this time is coming. When will I be forced to say goodbye to my loved ones without notice?

My heart goes out to her and her family.
God be with the fallen souls.