Adam Street

I didn't get to know Adam Street before he died. He was only 18 years old and would have been graduating from high school in a few days. His family tells me Adam was a great kid who loved life and easily made people smile. Adam was a jokester who would quickly make the joke himself if he thought it would get a laugh. Bill Street, Adams father, told me that Adam was killed in a late night car crash. He did not go into details but said that Adam loved fast cars. Part of Bills reason for sharing his story with me was to stress to Adams friends the importance of making good decisions. Bill said kids should think before they act because decisions they make have a ripple affect and not only impact themselves but can have a huge impact on others. A good reminder for all of us.
The loss of Adam Street was not in vain though, as seven people received his organs to help change their lives forever. The heart recipient was in critical condition and would not have made it any longer without Kevin's heart.
The family thanked me for telling Adams story and helping to get the message to other kids to think before they act.