Blake

On Wednesday night, April 22, 2009, my friend Blake was killed in a tragic car accident. Police officers in Ogden were chasing two teens who were alleged burglarers/gang members. As they reached the intersection, the teens sped up, ran a red light, and T-boned a North bound car, killing Blake and his friend.

The past week has been an interesting and hard week for me. I could have never imagined that less than 2 years after graduating with Blake that he would die in such a tragic way. As little children, we grow up making life goals and plans. We expect to live forever and take things for granted. Blake had plans, he had goals. However, there is something much greater that plays a role in our lives that we fail to acknowledge. Blake has taught me that life is sacred. Life is something that I need to learn to love now instead of hoping for better days in the future.

Blake was a great friend and person. I actually went on my first date with him where we ate kid food and played different kid games. He was always a joy to be around. He was a dedicated, hard working person. After graduation we didn't stay in great contact but when we ran into each other it was always a time to have fun and to reflect on our memories.

I will miss Blake but I know he is in a better place right now. May we all learn to love our lives and be content with what we have.