Ryne

Once was a handsome man who stood tall and proud. He was always happy, which we soon discovered was a lie that was covered up by this incredible smile and goofy laugh that could light up any room. This man loved the game of baseball along with hunting and fishing. In general, he just loved being in the outdoors. Another one of his favorites was partying and hanging out with friends and family. Women adored him, and his buddies were jealous. This one of a kind had so much going for him.
On the early morning of April 12, 2007 my best friend Ryne Jordan Hoaglund made the choice of committing suicide. This day is forever embedded in my heart, along with all the many unforgettable memories. At first I didn’t believe any of the rumors that were being spread around school, thinking it was Ryne; the happiest person I knew, until the principal called me out of class and broke the devastating news to me. My emotions were indescribable, as I didn’t know how to react or what to think. Pictures of his dead body flashed through my head, I instantly became nauseated and left school. I sat in my car for hours that day, crying uncontrollably thinking how Ryne was the definition of a perfect friend. He was always there for me, in many more ways than one. I couldn’t get it through my head as to what would have motivated him to do this. Suicide is something I knew of but I never had to deal with first hand. Although it has only been a mere six months, it has felt like an eternity. Not having him here has put a heavy burden on everyone he left behind. What hurts the most is knowing that this could have been prevented; he just made the choice of not talking to anyone about his problems and choosing the easy way out of life. I know I will see him again someday, as for right now I just thank God that I gained the best guardian angel I could ask for.