A Card of Love and Support from this Community - Post In Here.

[mol]

In response to the tragedy regarding Tempest Smith. I would like to ask this Community to post some words of encouragement and whatever else your heart leads you to post. Her name is Denessa Smith and She needs support.

I will be printing this thread and mailing it to Her in a few days. I want her to know that Our Community cares about what has happened and about Her.

Bluecat has posted her address in another thread so that we can mail cards to Her individually as well.

[bluecat]

Ms. Smith,

I wish you to know that what has occurred has not fallen upon deaf ears. As a community we are appalled by what has happened and by the apparent indifference to this by those persons who should be of a different spiritual path.

My heart goes out for you as my tears did when I first read about what happened. I want you to know that many Pagan Folk have dedicated a page on our websites dedicated to the Memory of Tempest. It is our hope that this terrible thing does not ever have to be repeated.

Many of us work against this kind of event and it is very hard when we see this happen. But it reminds us of how important the work is and even though we are not able to do all that we would like and reach everyone it will continue. Tempest will not have passed in vain, she will live on in our efforts to help others through this.

Bless You Dear Woman and All That You Are.

BlueCat

Stephen Coslett
1214 1/2 Hinkle St.
Clovis, New Mexico 88101

[Kaylara]

I cannot tell you how sincerely sorry I was to hear about your daughter Tempest. What can I say? That hearing her story made me cry, that I wish that I could have done something that would have made a difference, that this never happened. I wish that I could bring her back for you. I wish that she had talked to someone, anyone, about what was going on in her life. I wish that children and people weren't so cruel. I wish that people could except the differences of each other. But most of all, I wish that you didn't have to lose your daughter to this, and that other mothers' would not have to face the same thing that you are.

Tempest has taught us something that I think was long overdue. That we cannot sit back and watch our children hurt, that something has to do to ease their pain. I think that the pagan community as a whole is taking a good hard look at itself, and the price that we are paying for staying silent. I personally am going to be working harder than ever to help young pagans find their path, and to work through the problems that they have. I never knew your daugther, but I know what she went through. I cannot stand by any longer and let this happen anymore. I cannot go back in time and stop Tempest, but I can make sure that I do my best to stop other children from giving up.
I will be lighting a candle in her honor, and sending you healing thoughts and energy. And always if you need to talk, I am here...

Blessed Be.
Kaylara Nightshade
(Aka. Jessica Collins)
1227 Deal Road
Ocean Twp. NJ 07712
paganisme@hotmail.com

[Silverwitch]

Dear Dennsa,

Although I'm on the other side of the world to you, I felt I must write to express my deep sorrow at the loss of your daughter, Tempest. I know the pain of loosing a child, and still battle constantly with one of my son's who suffers from chronic depression, because he is "different". I try to get him to understand that we are all different, as unique as each star that shines, and how tragic it is when a star falls before it's time.

I will light a candle, in remembrance of Tempest, and to send love and healing to you. You will be with me in my thoughts, as I try in my own small way to spread the message of tolerance. It may only be a small pebble in the pool, but the waves it creates will spread outwards.

Love and Peace

[random]

I am sorry your daughter did what she did. I know how she feels. I have thought about suicide at least a million times, and when I couldn't force myself towards that I thought about cutting. I con't farce myself to start cutting so I strated taking a comb and scratching my arms really bad, and one time i broke tha skin. i still have that scar. I don't think it will ever go waay, but I dont think my problems will ever go away either. I am forcing myself to live with them and witht the help of a really goood friend who has close to the same problems, i am getting through.. Recently I just got through a month long depression. I dont not mean to speak of my problems to you, and i apologise for doing so.

I just want you to know that i know how your daughter felt, and that i am truly sorry for you.
I will light a white candle every night on that night in respects to your daughter.

Sincerely,

Christy B.
madweirdo@yahoo.com

[sherry]

Dear Denessa,
This is a short note to let you know that I am just one of many I'm sure that grieve with you. As I am not a mother, I cannot say I know how you feel. I truely can say that she will be missed and the teasing from her class mates and unhappiness they brought upon her has ended. Only they will have to live and hopefully learn by what their actions have caused.
Only time and inner peace of a better tommorrow can heal you. I will be sending a card in the am with a return address, and will light a candle for healing and strength to be sent your way.
With every tear that you shed a hug from Me will be there you are not alone. We all care

[Sephiroth]

im very sorry to hear about ur childs death and for that i greave for u. i know wat it feels like to loss a loved one myself resontly. she did not deserve to be treated as she did in school. i know the pain that she must have went through going to school every day and being herrassed by the student body. i nearly did the same thing:( . i have to thank the people that im with now for that much but i swair that i will not let this thing go on in our schools im 18 years old and im a vollenteer at an elementary school in my area and i see these things going on everyday (teasing). i go to high school my self and i seen 3 people kill them selves in school during lunch because of these teases which people think are funny just because someone is different. ahh im crying.. ive sent many letters to the national school commitys and how they should be stoped. And it worked in my state. i tryed to get this thing to work everywere. but i couldnt. i go to a private high school. the valley path ways alternative high its only for troubled kids and goths pagans and others like that and at this school if any teasing and stuff is found the person gets kicked out. i hope that u will feel better in the near future greif is a bad thing to carrie and life is short by greeving my life i shorted 12 years. im pagan my self and i just wont to say .................. good luck i will send more letters to the capital and places for more of these schools for u.

and for u tempest

blessed be and good luck in ur new life.

Patrick weber aka Sephiroth
outlaw_epyon@hotmail.com

[Lady Tana]

Words alone cannot express how we feel for you. As a mother myself, I cannot imagine the pain and grief you are feeling right now. All we can do is send our love and energy to you and hope that something good will come from this awful tragedy.
Our thoughts are with you.... many candles are being lit in Tempest's honor and memory, along with the thoughts and tears we are sharing.
Blessings and Love

Lady Tana

Lady_Tana@hotmail.com

[Yvonne Belisle]

I just wanted to say that I am so very sorry that this has happened. I know that all the words in the world can not change what has happened. I have 4 children and 2 of them often are teased. I have sent the article of your tragedy to my childens school in the hopes that no other parents will need to go through what you have. I intend to get parents to let their schools know that this is not okay and that it is time to put a stop to it. My heart is with you.

[Twig]

Dear Ms. Smith,

No words can express my sorrow and anger at what has befallen you. This wonderful community that I am part of, my yahoo club and my religious path itself I belive have come about to try to teach peaceful interaction between people and,hopefully bring an end to things such as this. Only by educating people can we hope to overcome the ignorance brought about by the fear of someone "different". Please take some small bit of comfort in knowing that there are those of us out here that are working to end what caused this tragedy.

~~~~~~~In Celebration of Tempest~~~~~~~~~
Last week I found a small potted bush that had been discarded. Please know that on March 20th I am going to plant it in the forest outside of Portland OR. as part of my spring welcoming ritual. I shall now dedicate it to the One above, in the memory of your dear daughter, with whom she now resides in everlasting peace and love. And as this bush grows, I shall pray that people learn compassion and understanding of who, not what,others are. Know, that Tempest will not be forgotten in my lifetime.

Should you ever need to talk, please know that I will be here in any way I can.


Sincerely,
Rev. Robert D. [Twig] Jones
twigj@metacrawler.com
The Druid of Peace

[Mariposa De La Luna]

Dear Ms. Smith

I, as a mother, can not imagine your pain. Your beautiful daughter will not be forgotten by my family. I will teach my children love, tolerance and respect. Maybe oneday there will be nomore useless deaths to such promising children.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and to heal the world of such negative behavior.

Sincerely,
Michelle Timmons

[Dextra]

I don't really know what to say to someone that has lost a child. I have 2 children and couldn't imagine what it would be like to lose one of them. I don't know what kind of pain you're going through right now, but I will try to do what I can to help ease it a little. I do understand what Tempest went through. I went through almost the exact same thing. It was one of the worst experiences of my life and it breaks my heart to see it escalate to that point.

I feel that the children that teased your daughter should feel guilty for what they have done. While I didn't personally know your daughter, she seemed to be a sweet child that just wanted to be accepted for who she was. No child deserves to endure what she went through. I hope you'll find some comfort in the thought that she is no longer in pain, and I'm sure she's watching over you.

Here's hoping that Tempest didn't die in vain. I hope that this will open people's eyes and teach them that words can hurt. We can't bring Tempest back, but at least we can learn from her.

I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers,
Dextra Hoffman
dextra@Charmed.zzn.com

[rantnraven]

I concur with the others. Tragedy, though, often builds strength. We all suffer when we loose someone close.

I can only imagine your pain. I will light a candle for her at the next full moon.

Look inward for your heart can help. And remember; we are all here for you and yours.

Blessed Be and may your path be true.

Tom

[Armitage]

Not sure what to say in a situation like this except that I'm sorry this tragedy had to happen to anyone, let alone a sweet young person just starting her life. I've been thinking about this every day since I heard about it, and hope that anyone who hears about it will do the same.
Sympathy and hugs-
-Me

[Earth Walker]

Words are not enough to express the pain and
sorrow of losing a child.
Robin & me both extend our condolences.

Walk gently with the Goddess. :sunny:

[Amora]

May you find some comfort in knowing that Tempest will never truly be gone..but is now with you in a form that you can only feel not see. Feel her around you, she's there and happy now... Bless you and Tempest. I hope you can find peace.

[Semele]

My deepest sympathy for your loss. There are no words I can offer you to make you feel better. I only hope that you are able to see the beauty of your childs face in every sunrise or full moon. She is now and will forever be with you. Every time you feel the gentle breeze across your cheek, know that it is her hand lovingly stroking you, telling you how very much she loves you.

Semele

[rantnraven]

Have been beautiful. I am reminded of the song "Sunrise, Sunset" from Fidddler on the roof.

Be well.

-Thoma

[BrightStar]

Hello,
You have my deepest sympathies at this time of loss.I know of no words that can assuage the depth of emotions you must be feeling at this time.I am lighting a candle for Tempest,the beautiful child of the storm.
Peace and Love
Rain BrightStar

[lynx]

I could tell you what lies in many hearts..
I could tell you that what happened was wrong...
I could sing to you a sad song...
I could sit with you at this dark hour...
I could raise the sun in your name...
I could be with your lost one....
I could be your voice...
I could be your tears...
I could be your pain...
I could be...
But, she already is....

Tempest.....

Of all the sorrows in the world, we cry most when innocence must parish. When the world turns it's back, they are there to smile. They are there. When all is lost and all is dark they bring forth the light to call us all home.

"The wise man said just walk this way, to the dawn of the light. The wind will blow into your face, as the years pass you by. Hear this voice from deep inside, it's the call of your heart. Close your eyes and you will find, the passage out of the dark.

Here I am, will you send me an angel?
Here I am, in the land of the morning star!

The wise man said just find your place in the eye of the storm. Seek the roses along the way, just beware of the thorns.

Here I am, will you send me an angel?
Here I am, in the land of the morning star!

The wise man said just raise your hand and reach out for the spell. Find the door to the promised land, just believe in yourself. Hear this voice from deep inside, it's the call of your heart. Close your eyes and you will find, the way out of the dark.

Here I am, will you send me an angel?
Here I am, in the land of the morning star!"

May these words of love seek their way to your heart, give comfort for your loss, and remind you always, Tempest shall be with you in your darkest times.....She smiles at you now, and kisses your cheek. She is here!

I can not bring her back nor would I wish it. She is in peace. She is watching over you, blessed Denessa Smith.

Head bowed in silent prayer....

Lynx })i({

[Laiste]

Ms. Smith,

I am deeply sorrowed to hear about your loss of your daughter Tempest. May the love and guidance of our Lord and Lady be with you now and always.

Blessed Be,
Laiste

[enwyn]

how is it that someone with so much love to give had so much pain? I sincerely wish i could say something to help ease the pain of losing Tempest....but all I can tell you is that my tears, my heart, my thoughts and my soul go out to you in this the hardest of hard times. But love is never lost. Your love for her and her love for you can not and will never die and she will never leave you.

When next a storm rages, and you feel yourself close to tears listen - and you will hear Tempest whisper and hear Tempest's laughter and you will know she is happy. For her namesake has truly become hers and hers alone.

My prayers go with her and you and in her honor I to will light a candle......
Brightest Blessings Now and Always for out of Deepest Darkness comes the Light

*@>{--',----'--,-------*
*****************
a rose for you and her,

Enwyn Celvik
(a.k.a. Amanda Petersen)
Brandon, MB
Canada

[Lady Tana]

Mother of healing,
help us to believe in the
place where wounds heal.

Mother of weaving,
show us that what has been torn
can be mended.

The worst has happened.
How can we believe again
in hope, love, kindness?

Tempest, Tempest, Tempest.

Boatman, Ferryman,
she has had a rough crossing.
Carry her gently.

Comfort her, Mother,
in your warm arms of
night; rock her to sleep.

And by our rage,
Mother of Justice,
May justice be done.

[morrighan]

My deepest condolences on the loss of your daughter. I will light a candle for peace and healing, my thoughts are with you during this most difficult time.

[richardcranium]

I do not know what to say. It is a tragedy what has happened to you and your child. May the Goddess and God watch over Tempest. If you would like to talk plase feel free to stop by the message baord sometime. There is always someone here to talk to.

Rich

[Red Dragon]

I know form personal loss that there is nothing we can really say to make you feel better, but know our thoughts are with you at this time.

[Fairywolf]

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I wish there was something I could say to make things easier for you but I know there is nothing I can say to release your pain.
Unfortunately. The only thing I can say is I am thinking of you and my prayers are with you in your time of need.

[KyGreenWitch]

To Tempest Smith's mother -

I bid you strength in a vulnerable time. I will send healing your way, if you wish. I was always made fun of because I never quite "fit in". My home life was miserable because I was always misunderstood. I contemplated suicide, and had tried but I just couldn't do it. It was very painful for me growing up. I'm sorry it was so painful for Tempest. Now so it is for you.

Know that I am one of many who send you love to help heal that which has now transcended.

Blessed be!



__________________
KyGreenWitch

[Mark Rewa]

Everyone has felt the pain and suffering.
I feel for you and you departed daughter.And that the Gods be looking down on this sitution.
You will make it through all of this confusion.
The picture in my minds eye shows me that your daughter is still with you and this cannot be a lie and everyone is propbably with me on this one.
All in all Bleesing Mrs. Smith. The future will still be bright.

Strongtides

Mark Rewa
580 Stanley St.
New Britain,Ct. 06051

[Aurora]

Dear Ms. Smith

I know words will never heal the pain you feel, but they will help you to know that our thoughts are with you and of your daughter. Being a mother of two I can only imagine the pain you feel. My children are taught that even though no one has the same appearence or teaching that everyone is special and that no one should ever be harmed no matter if they do not agree with them.
My prayers are with you and of your daughter.


With Sympathy,
Aurora


Dawn Koch
115-1 Reeb Lane
Florissant MO 63031

[Rævyn Cigány]

Ms. Smith,

My heart truly goes out to you in your time of pain. Your daughter's tragic situation hit close to home last week, when a very sweet 17 year old boy in my town committed suicide. He too was degraded and teased on a daily basis. Now all is left of that dear child's memory are questions with no answers..."Why would he take his own life?" Maybe if someone had listened...

My brightest blessings to you, and may whatever Deity you look to, comfort you and give you peace.

Rævyn Amalthea Cigány

[freya]

my grieving lady Danessa,
though i did not know your precious daughter, Tempest; and though neither do i know you, i offer my condolances in your time of sorrow. there are no words that can ease the weight of the greif and pain that you now suffer. i know this, and though so many of us have experienced such tradgedies, i feel that none are the same, though similar. therefore, i cannot begin to fathom all that you feel right now. for this i am sorry.
all i have to offer is support, and words of empathy.
so, i light candles, and i pray. and with this, i hope it will ease, in the slightest bit, your suffering.
blessed be!