passing

Sad news over the weekend. A dear friend of many in the band, and indeed a former member of the original band, passed away last night after a major heart attack. He was a high school friend of two of the other original members, and was instrumental in getting us some recent gigs. Whenever he showed up to see us, he made it a point to talk to each member, and introduce himself to our family and friends.

It really hits close to home when a friend who's a contemporary in age dies. A real sense of mortality kicks in. It's time to focus on family, embrace challenges, and really enjoy life. It goes too fast, and can be over in an instant.