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OUR HEARTS

As tragedy has stricken this small town, Once again we hurt For the young that we love, For the young that we admire, For the young that we praise. Wishing for their happiness, Wishing for their peace, Wishing for their everlasting life. We can only hope that this brings wisdom To the ones left behind, The young ones that see, To the young ones that are about to be, Please take heed. Learn from this terrible accident. No one should have to go through this, Least of all these great young men; Least of all, their mother. Think of this: It only takes a second for your world, And everyone's around you to change. Forever. Be safe .... always. by Cheryl Machin

On a personal note ... Aaron and Nick were terrific young men, always very respectful and funny and extremely intelligent and will be greatly missed by all. We love you guys.

Cheryl and Robert Machin, John, Desiree and Naomi Smith