Remembering Jed

I really resist doing "commercials" for other people on this blog but once in a blue moon I am asked to share info and agree because, well... I look up and see that the moon is, indeed, blue.

Earlier this year a wonderful man named Jed had finally had enough of the darkness he lived with and took his own life. He was the son, brother and best friend of several deeply loved friends of mine. Surviving the aftermath of any death is horrendous, but a suicide? The searing pain of those left to pick up the pieces is unreal.

This from Jed's sister: "The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention states that every 16 minutes in the US, someone dies by suicide and every 17 minutes someone is left to make sense of it. As you know I lost my brother, Jed, this past March. My family and I have been forever changed by this tragic event. In his memory I have registered a team to walk in the Out of the Darkness Community Walk for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The Salt Lake City walk is on September 26th, at 10am, at Wheeler Farm. It is a 3-5 mile scenic walk and proceeds from this event will fund research, education, survivor, and awareness programs - both to prevent suicide and to assist those affected by suicide. My hope is that through education and awareness, those suffering from mental illness will be prompted to seek help so that other families don't have to suffer through this same nightmare."

I have gladly agreed to Post Her Link for any and all interested. Team name: Remembering Jed. You can register to walk, create your own team, or donate from that link.

Most definitely a cause worth supporting for a man most definitely worth remembering.