Never take friendships for granted

I knew that this disease had/has taken over my life, but until now I didn't realize the extent of its destruction. I was forced to leave my high school and I find out now, that after I left, my former best friend got increasingly worse in her mental health. I was unable to be there for her and now it is too late. My best friend, who I lost a few years ago, tragically killed herself two days ago. I am heart broken and in so much pain. I know that I could not have stopped this from happening, but I wish now, more than ever, that I could have been there for her, by her side, every step of the way. I miss her so much. I am more determined now to get better, but at the same time it is incredibly difficult to fight your own fight in the midst of mourning. I have never had a friend as good as her. Circumstances tore us apart and I am devastated. Please pray for her, her family, and all of the lives that she has touched. I know this isn't directly Lyme related, but I need support now more than ever. Tell your friends you love them and fight for every relationship you have. 20 years old is too young to die and I never expected to lose a friend at such a young age.

I am so sorry, Twinmkm. You were/are dealing with your own health issues...and you didn't have anything left to 'give' at the time.


I am really paying attention to my friendships now - not all of them..but the people who are genuinely kind, caring, interested in me now that I have LD. You certainly know who those people are...pretty quickly.
i pretty much focus on four now - and have let some others go. One just lives across the street from me...she doesn't have time for me now...and I have never really 'whined' to her about my issues...I'm just not fun anymore. She's what you call a 'fair-weather friend'

Please take care of yourself during this time of mourning.

Hugs to you.

That's so rough to loose someone so young. I'm sorry you have this to go through. Don't blame yourself since it may have happened in spite of you trying to help her.

I found out a young lady I knew did that too and it made me wish I had called her after running across her at the university she attended. She gave me her phone number, but she was the daughter of my brothers ex wife and I didn't know if it would cause problems if I called her. She was such a sweet person and quite a shock to get the news.

You take care of yourself while going through this.

Hugs

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

You and her family are in my thoughts and prayers during such a difficult time.

Sending you many (((Hugs)))!

So sorry to hear of your loss!!

Prayers and good thoughts abide.

I'm so so sorry... HUGS! So painful. I can't help but wonder if her struggle was also with a tick borne infection... my son is ALL psych and it is something NO ONE would believe when I tried to get him help... and I asked... MANY TIMES.

Stay strong and get well in her honor. She is now at peace and with you in spirit. She will be waiting for you on the other side and cheering you on to wellness. Always ask for her to help you and guide you and give you strength - look for signs from her that she is with you - YOU WILL SEE!

This is horrible to hear!! I am so sorry you are going through this...
When they said this disease affects all aspects of our life, they weren't kidding :(