A life ended way too soon...

I am so sick right now. Right this minute a funeral is being held here at Church for a little girl who attended our school and church. She was the same age and grade as Master J (12) and tragically killed in a car accident in NZ last week. I am watching the little school children walk up the car park to pay their respects and to farewell their friend who's life ended way too soon. I am heartbroken for her parents. Her Mum is fighting serious illness and was not with her children in NZ. Her Father was there when it happened and is struggling desperately to deal with his grief and guilt. She leaves behind a twin brother which must be so terribly difficult - for him and his parents too. Their eldest son has been incredibly brave and strong...something he should not have to be. Our friend and colleague Chris is taking the Service today and I am full of anguish for him too. I pray he can impart some comfort and solace. He has spent every spare minute with the family this week and it has taken it's toll, I know. I pray they will somehow move on from here and be able to keep on going. Things will never be the same, but I hope they will continue to find pleasure in their boys and be able to see a future for their family. I pray that their guilt be will be relieved and that they will find peace and happiness again. Farewell Alicia - gorgeous, dynamic, bright and amazing girl. We will never forget you...rest in peace sweet girl.