Life as an Undergrad, week 4

I know that this is out of order (again) but I felt that this post was necessary. I just found out that a friend from high school passed away on the 9th of this month. His name was Matt Trude, and he was one of the nicest, most caring kids in my graduating class. He was fun to be around and could always make you smile. We hadn't kept in touch much since we graduated in 2003, but I remember him well and am heartbroken at the loss of such a vibrant young life. He had just turned 21 on February 21st. I just wanted to let everyone know in case any of my classmates by chance knew him. If not, I would just like to say please be careful. You are not invincible, and taking risks and chances does not pay off. Think about the people you love before you do anything you might regret. Matt was not here long but he will be greatly missed. I can only imagine the pain that his mother and father are feeling right now, and my heart goes out to them. This posting goes out to Matt and to anyone who has ever lost someone close to them. In loving memory, Matthew Aaron Trude, 2/21/85-3/9/06.