I have solemn news to write about today. A student at my junior high school died on Sunday.
I got to school this morning and was told straight away. This student had cancer and had not been able to attend the school for some time. I don’t think I knew her. Nambu sensei told me that she really liked English class. Judging by the reactions today, I think she must have been a wonderful girl.
Today a wake was held after school. I didn’t attend, but tomorrow there is a funeral that the whole school will attend. I’m slightly apprehensive about it because I didn’t know her at all and I don’t know how to act at a Japanese, Buddhist funeral. Funerals are never comfortable for anyone though. Maybe it will be okay. Nambu sensei gave me some information to read-I know to wear black and that this ceremony will be a farewell before the ashes are buried in a cemetery.
I hope I can be a support to anyone who needs one tomorrow. The teachers are very upset-I found myself crying right along with them today. I didn’t know this student, but I feel her absence nonetheless.
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Oh no... I know exactly who you are talking about (unless there is another student with a similar condition...).
ReplyDeleteThat girl was very good in english class, but always quiet... I finally had a chance to talk with her a little bit at sports day back in April, since she had to sit out. We didn't say much, but it was still one of those moments I won't ever forget. I'm very sorry to hear this.