@LSUtigerBlackMan Why do you feel compelled to talk ill about the dead? Whether you disagree with homosexuality or not, show some class and don't insult a kid who died because of internal torment. By the way, if God did exist, he probably sends inbreds like you to hell before him.
It is sad that my former college roommate is one of those who condones the bullying of me and others that are glbt. Having endured his homophobia for a year caused me not to tell him that I am gay and I am glad i did not join him in his hatred of gay people. It disturbs me that he would be capable of driving someone to suicide and I thank god that I got through it.
i have had some thoughts on suicide im just serry that justin went thru with it see im gay and my family are alll Christians and my mom accepts it my brother hates it and my step dad has no clue but yeah when ur gay u get bullied twice as much and twice as hurt because for str8 kids it looks or what ever ticks the bully off with a gay kid it could be your clothes but then they include derogatory speech and im just sad that my state of Minnesota had to watch a good kid take his own life.........
So sad that this happened, but still, i don't understand why he took his life. He seemed to have a lot of caring friends and shouldn't have cared what some idiots said to him over the internet. Jerks on the internet - you can find them everywhere, sad and pathetic people who doesn't know better than writing hateful and mean things to others. You shouldn't care so much about what they write and go so far that you end your own life. But still, it's very sad. I can do no more than complain about w
Til one day i just said eff it. GOD please forgive me but i prayed for him to take me. People didn't like me for some reason i was the target of negative attention all the time soo i tried overdose off of pills but no success. Now i Here to help others
Rip justin i know how bullying feels i've been that kid who had no where to run and no one to hide. They always said mean things about me emnarrassed me infront of everyone i was humiliated soo bad
everytime i watch this video i cry....sorry for putting another comment with in a hour...and just a comment to the description i know from experience with me being a person who always has a smile on. alot of the time thats a mask to hide depression so everyone should aalways ask someone more so lgbt youth if theyre ok and if they say no just ask them again so they know your there for them even if they know it because they will feel more open to open up to you.
R.I.P. you know....im a suicidal person...but after all the videos i have watched on gay bullying and suicides to day and seeing how full of life Justin Aaberg, i have re thought my life and im try turn it around in memory of Justin. Just seeing what parents family and friends have go though in these times makes my life get more into perspective. so again.
REST IN PEACE.
and sorry for your lose friends parents and family of Justin...
as a gay teen in my high school i know how it feels to be bullied. there have been some days when i just wanted to give up...everyone hated me...and no one wanted to even look at me. i felt i was not worth the time, like i was not enough, not pretty enough, not strong enough, not happy enough, and just not good enough. my peers would sit there and say horribal things and people say just ignore it...but do you know how hard it is to ignore it? it hurts and there are still days now i feel like it.
Its not right that because of the way somone is or because of the way somone decides to be that they should be bullied to death. Its sad that other people are so heartless they say stuff aabout other people and dont even think about how they feel or the emotions inside of them. I dont know the kid but its horrible how it went so far to this extreme. I know how it feels to be alone. So Anyone whos reading this if you see someone in need of a friend, talk to them. Things like this can be prevented
The song was beautiful. It fit very well :) I really really hope that he is better now. (regardless of religious belief, he desearves something better then what he felt then)
I didnt knew him since Im a mexican boy, but Im very touched by his story, he seemed to be such a great person, you know, one of those guys who just happend to have this big light around them, like stars, that lights up everyone who gets close to them, sadly they cant see their own shine and then stories like Justin's take place, I hope this time a lot of voices speak out in order to avoid another innocent one dies because of bullying, my heart is with his family while Justin is in my prayers
I was reading about Justin's story. I would just like to post here that if you are having suicidal issues and live in the Minneapolis Metro area you can call (612) 379-6363, it is a crises connection hot line, people there want to talk to you and can get you help you need. Or send me a PM here, I'll talk to you and try to get you whatever help I can. Outside the metro area call 1-800-784-2433, that is a national number that works anywhere.
This song is beautiful, but not nearly as beautiful as Justin's soul.
Justin, we don't know each other whatsoever, but I know how it feels to be put down due to your orientation. It sucks. Major. I hope you're in a better place then the rest of us. A place where insecure, undereducated, fools stick to fixing their own problems instead of putting down others.
this is so sad/: im sorry for you having to lose himD: i know it feels we just a really kind kid, because he hung himself cus of his dad being rude about him being gay.
What is wrong with this world! Why would anyone cause this amazing kid to take his life! I know he is in heaven despite what some may think because of who he was. Rest in peace Justin.....
My heart does go out to the friends of family of Justin. This is a difficult issue, but we all need to start forgiving all parties involved. Kids have been bullied for ages, and I am certain the kids who did the bullying did not intend for him to kill himself.
He is such a sweet guy. I wish I could save him or take him to my country where everyone except you as you are :/ he seem so happy on pictures. I feel so sorry. I wish that didn't happen :(
This is very sad, this beautiful young man could have went on to conquer the world, who knows. I just wish being different, being gay was not a sin we have to wear every day of our lives. It really sickens me that the same BS is going on in 2010 as it was in 1985-it really makes me lose faith in the human race.
I know it sounds menial and unimportant now, but I wish I could have been there for him-no one deserves to die because of who they are.
It breaks my heart to think that this still happens. We talk about how far we've come and how accepting people are now. I guess we still have a long, long way to go.
Now there is another Angel to help us along the way....
this honestly makes me cry. i never met him i don't even live in the same country, but i'm a guy and i'm bisexual. and when i was 14 i tried to come out and people made fun of me. and i was extremely depressed to the point that i cut my ankles and fought the thought of killing myself everyday. i still have scars on my ankles.
To Justin's friends and family always remember him as he was a kind hearted young man who didnt deserve what happened to him i know i did not know Justin but my heart goes out to anyone who has lost anyone who they have loved and i just hope that some day we are all considered equals i myself struggled at a young age thinking back i had attempted but to anyone who has been there or is thinking about it do not it isnt worth it love will help you through it turn to friends or loved ones
As someone who lives... well, within 20-25 minutes or so of that HS, I feel sad that this is the first time I've heard about this. It's very unfortunate. Also again, it doesn't surprise me, which is, truly, THE saddest part, I believe.
Wish there could be more support out there, and better understanding of where these kids are coming from. I have some gay/bi friends, family members even. I'm fine with it. God doesn't judge, and he's full of love. Ain't no one goin' to hell.
Trevor Project - crisis & suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth in the USA
FREE Support: 1-866-488-7386
~~ ~~
PFLAG Canada - If you, a friend, family member, classmate, or co-worker are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, two-spirit, intersex, queer, or questioning
thanks for doing this. the hate has to stop!! justin looked like he would never hurt anybody!! just hope he found the peace he was looking for. RIP justin
Thank you for everyones comments.. For some reason I feel like it is happening all over lately. Gosh Justin.. I miss you so terribly much. Now everywhere I look there is something about you.. everytime I see your smile.. I just don't know what to do anymore. I love you.
P.S If you have anything bad to say about gays... don't waste your time. It will be deleted ASAP.
Nice job on the memorial video. I am so sorry for the loss of your friend. I can't know his pain, but I understand. I tried three times in my life as well (14, 17, and 22). Justin was very brave to come out at 13. I wish I had half his courage when I was a teenager and in my 20's.
It kills me that such a beautiful kid decides to end his life under the pressure of discrimination and bullying. That this is still happening breaks my heart. Stay strong guys. May he rest in peace.
This is so sad :( I wish I would have known him! I would have been his friend! I needed another Gay friend anyways :( I know the pain he must have beeen<3
My heart goes out to you! I want to take this opportunity to share the Trevor Project, the only 24/7/365 GLBTQ youth suicide hotline. I'm saddened greatly that I couldn't bring it to your attention in time, but I hope that you can find a way to make Justin's loss into something positive for his community. And know that we're here for YOU, too, Mom.
Thank you for your courage and understanding. He loves you, and it's not your fault.
I watched a video with his pictures in it on facebook. and I'm so sorry for your loss. Even if I didn't know him. The world will be a very different place without him. Is friends and his peers with miss him dearly. R.I.P. Justin Aaberg. Rest in peace. And one day all of your friends, family, and peers will meet you in heaven :).
i feel so so sorry for him.it´s absolutely unfair what happened to him and many american people who cant handle the homophobia at school.the us goverment should take part in this kind of problem and put an end to bullying AND DISCIMINATION in your country. homophobic behaviour is unacceptable in this century.
Oh my gosh... I am so sorry for your guys' loss... Even though I don't even know him, he seems like the kind of guy that nobody would ( or atleast should ) want to go away... ;-;
@LSUtigerBlackMan Why do you feel compelled to talk ill about the dead? Whether you disagree with homosexuality or not, show some class and don't insult a kid who died because of internal torment. By the way, if God did exist, he probably sends inbreds like you to hell before him.
rlgoalie31 6 days ago
RIP Justin, I may not of known you, but I read about you in a online article, You will forever be missed
djdwebs 4 weeks ago
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those people are so weak,they deserve death and hell is waiting on them,fuckin idiot LOL
LSUtigerBlackMan 1 month ago
I think he may have gone to my elementary school. Did he ever go to edgewood?
veson231 3 months ago
It is sad that my former college roommate is one of those who condones the bullying of me and others that are glbt. Having endured his homophobia for a year caused me not to tell him that I am gay and I am glad i did not join him in his hatred of gay people. It disturbs me that he would be capable of driving someone to suicide and I thank god that I got through it.
MrDring28 3 months ago
i have had some thoughts on suicide im just serry that justin went thru with it see im gay and my family are alll Christians and my mom accepts it my brother hates it and my step dad has no clue but yeah when ur gay u get bullied twice as much and twice as hurt because for str8 kids it looks or what ever ticks the bully off with a gay kid it could be your clothes but then they include derogatory speech and im just sad that my state of Minnesota had to watch a good kid take his own life.........
thekingoferagon 4 months ago
So sad that this happened, but still, i don't understand why he took his life. He seemed to have a lot of caring friends and shouldn't have cared what some idiots said to him over the internet. Jerks on the internet - you can find them everywhere, sad and pathetic people who doesn't know better than writing hateful and mean things to others. You shouldn't care so much about what they write and go so far that you end your own life. But still, it's very sad. I can do no more than complain about w
sielalsk 4 months ago
aww
SuperRockit22 5 months ago
Thank you, downingglove, your tribute touched me. Pairing the photographs with Justin's song was perfect.
KirkTaylorA2 6 months ago
he dosent look gay?
bradleycruz99 6 months ago
@bradleycruz99 There are many millions of gay people in the world, and they look as different from one another as anyone else.
bogoas81 5 months ago
Til one day i just said eff it. GOD please forgive me but i prayed for him to take me. People didn't like me for some reason i was the target of negative attention all the time soo i tried overdose off of pills but no success. Now i Here to help others
raymondking092094 7 months ago
@raymondking092094 lol i have the same story...
MrBlackblowpop 5 months ago
Rip justin i know how bullying feels i've been that kid who had no where to run and no one to hide. They always said mean things about me emnarrassed me infront of everyone i was humiliated soo bad
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FreenzworlD24 8 months ago
everytime i watch this video i cry....sorry for putting another comment with in a hour...and just a comment to the description i know from experience with me being a person who always has a smile on. alot of the time thats a mask to hide depression so everyone should aalways ask someone more so lgbt youth if theyre ok and if they say no just ask them again so they know your there for them even if they know it because they will feel more open to open up to you.
SnowFlakeFlocodeneve 8 months ago
R.I.P. you know....im a suicidal person...but after all the videos i have watched on gay bullying and suicides to day and seeing how full of life Justin Aaberg, i have re thought my life and im try turn it around in memory of Justin. Just seeing what parents family and friends have go though in these times makes my life get more into perspective. so again.
REST IN PEACE.
and sorry for your lose friends parents and family of Justin...
SnowFlakeFlocodeneve 8 months ago
as a gay teen in my high school i know how it feels to be bullied. there have been some days when i just wanted to give up...everyone hated me...and no one wanted to even look at me. i felt i was not worth the time, like i was not enough, not pretty enough, not strong enough, not happy enough, and just not good enough. my peers would sit there and say horribal things and people say just ignore it...but do you know how hard it is to ignore it? it hurts and there are still days now i feel like it.
ashipdownunder 9 months ago
I did not know justin but as a gay teen i would have loved to meet him he seems like he could stop the rain on a rainy day he really seems great
robertrocks251 9 months ago
i didn't know him but from the pictures he looked like a very handsome nice kid
Nstarfly 11 months ago
Happy 16th Birthday Justin. <3 We all love you and miss you so much.
downinglove 1 year ago 18
Happy 16th birthday, Justin.
woofiegrrl 1 year ago
The best of the best, that's who we are. Justin is no exception to this rule.
deguyz 1 year ago
how can a human beeing bullied when he has some friends? it doesnt seem that he has no friends at school. anyway R.I.P
CandyHillisToBadForU 1 year ago
I saw his RIP Justin Aaberg sites in Facebook. I never know him, but he looks very cute.
SasuPet 1 year ago
It's so unfair.
Soytyzlover 1 year ago
Its not right that because of the way somone is or because of the way somone decides to be that they should be bullied to death. Its sad that other people are so heartless they say stuff aabout other people and dont even think about how they feel or the emotions inside of them. I dont know the kid but its horrible how it went so far to this extreme. I know how it feels to be alone. So Anyone whos reading this if you see someone in need of a friend, talk to them. Things like this can be prevented
SoBlackImWhite569 1 year ago
i didn't know him but may his soul rest in peace .
iTeamDummyFanClubb 1 year ago
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leeleauffx 1 year ago
I'm so sorry, I didn't know him, but he seemd to be nice guy...
That isn't fair, I wish all this bullying could stop..
AnniJ14 1 year ago
I h8 ppl that bully I mean don't u have better stuff 2do I u hav nothing nice 2 say don't say it at all<3
EmoViolet1996 1 year ago
miss u justin !! :/
love ya so much <3
MsGlambert93 1 year ago
Im very sorry for your loss! :(
bieberlova3127 1 year ago
Ah! This poor guy. What a sad story! :(
JoseMB13 1 year ago
i did not know Justin personally but i wore his name pined to my back in a demonstration tonight in Portland. so sorry to his friends and family.
no one should be bullied for who there are.
reedruum 1 year ago
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reedruum 1 year ago
The song was beautiful. It fit very well :) I really really hope that he is better now. (regardless of religious belief, he desearves something better then what he felt then)
GrrSaysTheMonkey 1 year ago
I didnt knew him since Im a mexican boy, but Im very touched by his story, he seemed to be such a great person, you know, one of those guys who just happend to have this big light around them, like stars, that lights up everyone who gets close to them, sadly they cant see their own shine and then stories like Justin's take place, I hope this time a lot of voices speak out in order to avoid another innocent one dies because of bullying, my heart is with his family while Justin is in my prayers
erickteodorakis 1 year ago
I was reading about Justin's story. I would just like to post here that if you are having suicidal issues and live in the Minneapolis Metro area you can call (612) 379-6363, it is a crises connection hot line, people there want to talk to you and can get you help you need. Or send me a PM here, I'll talk to you and try to get you whatever help I can. Outside the metro area call 1-800-784-2433, that is a national number that works anywhere.
MNRick041 1 year ago
This song is beautiful, but not nearly as beautiful as Justin's soul.
Justin, we don't know each other whatsoever, but I know how it feels to be put down due to your orientation. It sucks. Major. I hope you're in a better place then the rest of us. A place where insecure, undereducated, fools stick to fixing their own problems instead of putting down others.
May you rest in peace, Mazen.
hell0funkys 1 year ago
this is so sad/: im sorry for you having to lose himD: i know it feels we just a really kind kid, because he hung himself cus of his dad being rude about him being gay.
KassiRapesZombies 1 year ago
REST IN PEACE JUSTIN
YOUR LOVED FOR WHO YOU ARE! It breaks me to know bullies would stoop so low that they would take a precious life. Just know your truely missed!
chinxx01 1 year ago
may he rest in peace. @2:02 he has a beautiful family, and i'm sure they loved him very much. :)
pouvait 1 year ago
What is wrong with this world! Why would anyone cause this amazing kid to take his life! I know he is in heaven despite what some may think because of who he was. Rest in peace Justin.....
MistaNaps 1 year ago
Seems like a good kid. RIP Justin.
Standforall 1 year ago
so terrible , RIP .
MATTHEWCANCEL123 1 year ago
may u rest in peace...
dannnissucks 1 year ago
So unfair... We have to fight for everyone's rights!!! hate has to stop... I'm sure he was a nice boy... Rest in peace.
NiiNiiii87 1 year ago
this kid was gay? man he looks so cool i wish i coulda known him : /
bandrews0526 1 year ago
My heart does go out to the friends of family of Justin. This is a difficult issue, but we all need to start forgiving all parties involved. Kids have been bullied for ages, and I am certain the kids who did the bullying did not intend for him to kill himself.
bretwashere 1 year ago
yo nigga get me an mp3 download of that sweet cherry poppin track. thanks
Razx211 1 year ago
Goodness he was a very cute kid. Im so sorry for everything, and I hope that you are doing okay. Are you doing okay? This is just, crazy. :/
gaygodarchuleta 1 year ago
This is soo sad. this has got wayy out of hand. this poor kid killed himself becuz people bullied him for being gay. RIP Justin Aaberg :'(
stasyagirl922 1 year ago
woah he was gay?? dayuum he didn't look it...now thats just sad screw the people who made him die ]:
MarissaKayy666 1 year ago
He is such a sweet guy. I wish I could save him or take him to my country where everyone except you as you are :/ he seem so happy on pictures. I feel so sorry. I wish that didn't happen :(
anckkk 1 year ago
Rest in Peace!!! Also, everyone wear purple on October 20th!
jcac1023 1 year ago
That sucks that he was really hot and he died! Man! Well at least he is with God now!
mariahcarey50 1 year ago
This is very sad, this beautiful young man could have went on to conquer the world, who knows. I just wish being different, being gay was not a sin we have to wear every day of our lives. It really sickens me that the same BS is going on in 2010 as it was in 1985-it really makes me lose faith in the human race.
I know it sounds menial and unimportant now, but I wish I could have been there for him-no one deserves to die because of who they are.
Love from Southern Minnesota.
gravelandgrain100 1 year ago
He went to my school
anokamn5 1 year ago
God bless you Justin. I'll see you in heaven. Love, Nelson
sloopy312 1 year ago
i love you justin, forever. im your number one fan. you music was simply amazing. ill never forget you.
emocupkake2010 1 year ago
It breaks my heart to think that this still happens. We talk about how far we've come and how accepting people are now. I guess we still have a long, long way to go.
Now there is another Angel to help us along the way....
TreborLBC 1 year ago
this honestly makes me cry. i never met him i don't even live in the same country, but i'm a guy and i'm bisexual. and when i was 14 i tried to come out and people made fun of me. and i was extremely depressed to the point that i cut my ankles and fought the thought of killing myself everyday. i still have scars on my ankles.
this would've been me probably.
but rip in paradise forever justin aaberg.
from canada
11adriaan 1 year ago
To Justin's friends and family always remember him as he was a kind hearted young man who didnt deserve what happened to him i know i did not know Justin but my heart goes out to anyone who has lost anyone who they have loved and i just hope that some day we are all considered equals i myself struggled at a young age thinking back i had attempted but to anyone who has been there or is thinking about it do not it isnt worth it love will help you through it turn to friends or loved ones
anonkamouse 1 year ago
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. Even though I don't know him personally, it's just sad to know some news like this. :| I hope he'll rest in peace soon. :|
ellenaj66 1 year ago
): it breaks my heart.
looks like he had so many great friends and things going good for him.
makes me want to cry to see this.
RIP Justin
luv2dance4u4life 1 year ago
As someone who lives... well, within 20-25 minutes or so of that HS, I feel sad that this is the first time I've heard about this. It's very unfortunate. Also again, it doesn't surprise me, which is, truly, THE saddest part, I believe.
Wish there could be more support out there, and better understanding of where these kids are coming from. I have some gay/bi friends, family members even. I'm fine with it. God doesn't judge, and he's full of love. Ain't no one goin' to hell.
PackersBearsFan3 1 year ago
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Trevor Project - crisis & suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth in the USA
FREE Support: 1-866-488-7386
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Free Support available 24 hours/7 days
1-888-530-6777 (English) 1-888-530-6384 (French)
1-888-822-9494 (Gender Identity Support)
aManOnaJourney 1 year ago
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aManOnaJourney 1 year ago
thanks for doing this. the hate has to stop!! justin looked like he would never hurt anybody!! just hope he found the peace he was looking for. RIP justin
brpete2 1 year ago
R.I.P Justin, you did nothing wrong. God bless.
blackxbamboo 1 year ago
Thank you for everyones comments.. For some reason I feel like it is happening all over lately. Gosh Justin.. I miss you so terribly much. Now everywhere I look there is something about you.. everytime I see your smile.. I just don't know what to do anymore. I love you.
P.S If you have anything bad to say about gays... don't waste your time. It will be deleted ASAP.
downinglove 1 year ago 28
Nice job on the memorial video. I am so sorry for the loss of your friend. I can't know his pain, but I understand. I tried three times in my life as well (14, 17, and 22). Justin was very brave to come out at 13. I wish I had half his courage when I was a teenager and in my 20's.
eddie94603 1 year ago 3
It kills me that such a beautiful kid decides to end his life under the pressure of discrimination and bullying. That this is still happening breaks my heart. Stay strong guys. May he rest in peace.
YamilAmed 1 year ago 44
Sorry for the loss, he seems like such a great person and shouldn't have been lost due to the ignorance and hate of others.
MrJason300 1 year ago 10
Jmccain go to hell . Ignorant asshole
MissIndecisiveMe 1 year ago
This is so sad :( I wish I would have known him! I would have been his friend! I needed another Gay friend anyways :( I know the pain he must have beeen<3
itsTHAD 1 year ago 2
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If you act like an outcast your going to get bullied. A boy who acts like a girl is going to get bullied. Sorry boy, time to man up.
Jmccain1881 1 year ago
I never knew Justin, but I read about his death on the internet, as so many others have. I hope he has found the peace he didn't find in life.
anutrof 1 year ago 4
Sad that people put effort in to making others miserable.
FOOLYCOOLY 1 year ago 4
My heart goes out to you! I want to take this opportunity to share the Trevor Project, the only 24/7/365 GLBTQ youth suicide hotline. I'm saddened greatly that I couldn't bring it to your attention in time, but I hope that you can find a way to make Justin's loss into something positive for his community. And know that we're here for YOU, too, Mom.
Thank you for your courage and understanding. He loves you, and it's not your fault.
-Another Survivor
Team503 1 year ago 4
I watched a video with his pictures in it on facebook. and I'm so sorry for your loss. Even if I didn't know him. The world will be a very different place without him. Is friends and his peers with miss him dearly. R.I.P. Justin Aaberg. Rest in peace. And one day all of your friends, family, and peers will meet you in heaven :).
coonrapidsgay 1 year ago 3
i feel so so sorry for him.it´s absolutely unfair what happened to him and many american people who cant handle the homophobia at school.the us goverment should take part in this kind of problem and put an end to bullying AND DISCIMINATION in your country. homophobic behaviour is unacceptable in this century.
i wish u the best JUSTIN. rest in peace.
gitanatumekiere 1 year ago 3
I am so sorry that he's no longer with you. He seems like he would have been a good friend to all that came his way, definitely cute as well. :/
HavinFun94 1 year ago
Oh my gosh... I am so sorry for your guys' loss... Even though I don't even know him, he seems like the kind of guy that nobody would ( or atleast should ) want to go away... ;-;
iRetardedGenius 1 year ago
Justin Norman Aaberg, my best friend my angel, save a spot for me up in heaven, I love you baby boy.
kzamora1994 1 year ago 2
@downinglove you should make another video but with the song wish you were here by pink floyd.
walleyeguy109 1 year ago
His song Incinerate that he wrote is playing in the background. See what I mean by an amazing cellist.
downinglove 1 year ago 14
@downinglove you should make another video but with the song Wish You Where Here by Pink Floyd.
walleyeguy109 1 year ago