R.I.P. Rodney

At about 7:10 in the morning on Monday, I found out that I had lost one of my students. He was stabbed by his half brother on Friday night, and he died at the hospital Saturday morning.

Rodney was a bright spirit. He was always making others laugh. If someone was upset, Rodney could cheer them up. He had a tough first semester at school, but he was improving quickly during second semester. He was a polite young man--he wasn't the type of student who cussed out a teacher when he grew angry. If he was removed from class, it was due to his overly playful disposition.

I dreamt of Rodney all last night, and his face continues to flash through mind. Any time my mind wanders, it wanders to Rodney. Such a senseless act of violence, ending a promising life much too early.

The world has lost a beautiful soul. The saddest words ever spoken were "might have been."

Rest in peace, Rodney. We love you and miss you. You're an angel now. Spread your wings and fly. I will see you again when it is my time to join you.