A friend we have lost and a colleague too,
What is happening, what is this world coming to.
Such a bright young life oh what a shame,
Who was this person Nadine was her name.

Why did she do it why was it now,
Was to the pressure which she did bow.
Was it the right time for her to go,
All these things I want to know.

She is still here not so far apart,
Right here with me in my heart.
Her body is gone but her spirit is here,
I feel her presence somewhere near.

Through her life she made a few friends,
Those who were with her right at the end.
That type of friend is very rare,
They always show how much they care.

Is this what happens with all the strife,
Another friend is lost another young life.
How much more hurt to suffer how much more pain,
Before the Police are given back their respect again.

We are one family now one member less,
At times we need to relieve the stress.
We are all friends side by side we do walk,
We are here for each other if you need to talk.

So brothers and sisters this must not happen ever again,
We all need someone to share with our times of pain.
Life can be hard and troubled life can be really tough,
So speak to your friends when you have had enough.

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