He is 16 years old. Came home today.....at an odd hour....and locked himself in the bathroom. I finally went in. He was very agitated...wouldn't talk. Cried some. After a long time, I got him to talk a little.

He went to the bridge today. He almost jumped. He is lonely and depressed. He said this is the second time in one year that he has walked onto the bridge.

He does not want meds or to talk with anyone. Wants to talk with his online friend more. He says she helps him.

I feel bad for his pain. I attempted suicide this past summer. I feel like my genes have cursed my poor son. I want him to be safe, but I do not want to thrust treatment on him.

I would like to ask for your prayers for Ben. I will try to provide all the support I can for him, and I would be ever so grateful for continued prayers from any of you who feel led to help in this way.

Thank you so much.

Sandy