Dedicated to Danae   Tragic Death One night after drinking with some friends, Maybe we might talk to each other tomorrow it only depends. In the car with my friend driving throught the muck, I just realized we got hit by a truck. All of a sudden I was rushed to the hospital all badly scraped and battered. My face all bloody and my clothes ll tattered. I remember my mother holding my hand as I gave my last sigh, I told her I lover and we said goodbye. I am in heaven right now and inside I feel empty 'Cause life would be a drag without me. Written by Cam McElwee It Didn't Have To End This Way On the long road of life, many challenges we face But nothing compares to what has put me in this place. Since you've been gone,I've forgotten how to live. You were taken from me so suddenly, how can I forgive? I remember the times we shared, both the good and the bad. Now that I think about it, I regret ever being mad. I miss your smile, your warm embrace. I'm even starting to forget your beautiful face. Why did you leave me?  Where did you go? Did you not like it with me in your home? Do you have any idea how empty I feel? It hurts so much; it's unbeliebably real. I've tried to laugh, scream, cry and pray, But, somehow my heart just won't seem to forget, That I have forever lost you; that your fate has been set. I want you to know you did have chioices, If only you had listened to those caring voices. But, you didn't, so now we must all pay. Remember, it didn't have to end this way Written by Paula Krasiun-Winsel   You Showed Me Not To Drink Your story has inspired us, It's touched each of our souls, It's opened up a doorway, Taught us the unknown. It has shown us the dangers, It showed us we're alive, But yet, it also showed us, Your daughter's fateful drive. No one can tell you, Most of what you've heard, That her death wasn't in vain, All because we've learned. I know that your pain won't cease, I know that you still cry, I know that if not your faith, You would want to die. For Danae, and for the fact, That you got me to think, I thank you for all your words, And showed me not to drink. Written by C. A   My Mommy's Tears In Heaven, all of the children play together. Everyday, they all light their candles and go and pray together. But, there was one sad child who never went with the others. So, one day someone asked her, "Why don't you light your candle and come with us?" The girl responded, "I try but everytime I light my candle, my Mommy's tears put it out." Unknown   The Girl I'll Never Know As I read about you, I feel very sad. Even though your beauty I never knew I can't help but feel bad. Your family still in mourning, Still remembering your smile, As their world stops turning For such a long while. Your beauty ever lasting, Never to forget. Your death they still are grasping, For the girl I never met. What I read about you, Is all I'll ever know. Your eyes a beautiful shade of blue. Your skin as pure as snow. Your parents will be wondering, As they watch their grandchildren grow, Their minds always wondering, A life you'll never know.  Written by Mellisa N.   I'm Sending You Kisses Sometimes I hurt, sometimes I cry Sometimes I'm down and I know why; Since you've been gone my heart's not the same It's missing a piece, a link in the chain. I dream of your voice, your laughter, your song I know you went home to where you belong. It's still so hard for me to believe I try to get through but I just can't conceive That I will never again see your face On Earth your presence will not again grace. I find comfort in family, friends and my faith, I know that you are heavenly safe. Missing you each and everyday and I know you can hear me when I say, You I love and you I hold dear In my heart I've captured you here. Until we are reunited above I'm sending you kisses and all my love. Anonymous   A few months ago, this post card arrived for Danae.  It was sent from Perrine.  She attended Elementary school with Danae, Celene and Jocelyn.  Today, Perrine lives in France and while on a trip to Italy, she thought of Danae and sent her this post card.   I Remember Never a day passes that I do not remember. Yet, I must admit that it becomes more difficult with passing time To retrieve from my memory The precise cadence of your laugh, The intricate design of your features, The spring in your step. But never a day passes that I do not remember. I remember in the absence of things, The cheerfulness, The beauty, The energy, The passion you brought to life, The empty seat at the dinner table. I remember because I hurt for things that are no more. And never a day passes that I do not remember. I remember in the presence of things, The photographs, The funny expression, The quick step on the back stairs, Your favorite sandwich, The colors of life you enjoyed, The love stamped indelibly on my heart. Sounds grow faint, Visions fade. Sometimes I am frustrated by that, Then I remember that your memory Pulsates in every beat of my heart: Love keeps it alive. Never a day passes that I do not remember. And quite often When I remember I cry. written by J.D.   In Our Hearts Beautiful as a butterfly, quiet as a mouse Struck down from one bad choice Was one girl, had one voice. Family and friends struck down from pain Hoping they won't go insane Feeling like a torn up rag Life is now a total drag. She lived life like no one else With so much love and independence She is now an angel in God's hands But most importantly she will forever be... In our hearts. written by Caitlyn "Sweet Dreams Nae Nae" I never knew you, I never will. All I have is fate, fate to bring you here. Fate to bring you near. Someday I will meet the sweet little Nae Nae Who everyone talks about and I can't wait until the day. But it's not today. All I have are stories that tell me about you. But when I do meet you, we will be like two birds on a bee. I shed my tears and look away "as tears of joy stream down my face" You gave me a reflection, a reflection on life. Life just isn't about ourselves, it's about everyone and everything around you. And people that love you. Danae you gave me more power than life alone. You gave me the strength and courage to do whatever I desire. You taught me to be a better person and I hope you're doing the same up there. Sweet Dreams, Nae Nae ! ! ! written by Christine   Christine dedicated a wall in her bedroom to Danae and the message of making good decisions..