Tragic end to young love in Wales
Tributes are pouring in for a young couple who was torn apart by an unfortunate seaside accident.
There are few things that are as poignant a reminder of how precious life is than the untimely death of a young person.
A family in Tywyn, Wales had to make the difficult decision to switch off their 16-year-old son Blake Ward's life support after he was rescued from the depths of the ocean. It is the heartbreaking final tribute from his girlfriend Stephanie Ray (15) that has drawn attention to the family's plight.
Stephanie writes about what a "loving and caring" person her boyfriend was, mentioning that she had been at his side throughout his hospital stay.
The teenagers' story is one of a fledgling relationship that was well on its way to becoming a strong, life-changing bond. Blake's teachers at Hillcrest School and Community College lamented the tragedy of losing such a young life.
A heartbroken Stephanie thanked Blake for "changing her as a woman" and vowed to make him proud.