Category: Requiem in Pace

So Long, Emmett

The man you see smiling in the picture to the left is Emmett Clark, a fantastic guy whom I had the pleasure of working with for a few years at Learning Tree. Today I received the awful news that my fellow proofreader slipped the surly bonds of earth and went to that Big—wherever it is … Continue reading So Long, Emmett →

34 Years Later

It seems to be a tradition with me to post something about Dad each May 18th, the anniversary of his passing. The reason I do this isn’t so much to solicit any sympathy from you, my readers, but just to clear the air of any thoughts I might have on this day as each year … Continue reading 34 Years Later →

The Thriller is Gone

There are very few times in history that you'll remember so vividly. This is one of them. Anybody that says they've never grooved to one of Michael Jackson's songs or that they weren't moved by him in some way or another is a freaking liar. Admit it, tough guy: you know several dance moves from … Continue reading The Thriller is Gone →

Losing “The Loser”

Louis was the UPS delivery guy on a route that included the medical center where Ann works: an orthodontist office where he was also a patient. And although I only met him a few times, I feel compelled to write about him today for whether he knew it or not, he had an effect my … Continue reading Losing “The Loser” →

Seven Years Later

I haven't forgotten. Anthony is the only four-year-old fireman I know of. He calls himself "Fireman Anthony" and me "Fireman Daddy" and has a collection of toy firetrucks next to his bed, along with a real LAFD helmet his uncle got him. He keeps his fireman boots by the side of his bed like a … Continue reading Seven Years Later →