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It's kind of funny to me right now that despite our newly-elected California Legalization I still find myself in apprehension of revealing too much in any public forum.
Sometimes there are things that simply need be written because they have their place. I've seen and read a handful of instances of the aftermath of losing a beloved farmer. And folks, that's really what we are here. We're farmers with the added edge of having an unparalleled intelligence.
*With this particular Genus of plant life we are here in unison with the sole intent of continuing a culture that constantly reinvents itself.
That said... I am at this moment I am faced with the crushing reality that my Best Friend and Mentor; a fellow Mountain biker; Bird Photographer; Carpenter; Writer; Life Coach... had a stroke three days ago.
When he called me I was on the clock and delivering pies as some of you may know that I do. I almost thought it was a joke. Because, he sounded like Larry Flint. The screen on my phone read "S.C." but the voice wasn't one I'd head before. But a voice started talking and as this voice was describing his whereabouts(same Hospital I was in following my Aneurysm), I realized who I was talking with.
He said, "****(my name), I can't ride anymore. I've had a stroke and I've lost everything from my right hip up to my jaw. I don't know how I'm going to make it from here now. But, I love you, kid." And that's all he said.
Well, since then I have had no return contact. I already know that he's got nobody to help him. He's an only child just like me.
For what it's worth... There are people who make themselves known within our lives that, if we listen, we have everything to learn and gain. They are after all handing us the baton if we're lucky enough to meet our heroes in the 1st Place.
Well in the least I've come away from this with an education; a lot of laughter; a lot of pain; some triumphs; some defeats... and any number of fights; harsh words; and a Full-return to friendship' when it meant everything.
If you, like me have been blessed with an unsuspected friend and internship... Be Grateful.
I am today.
In the words of the late, Leonard Cohen... Hallelujah
Sometimes there are things that simply need be written because they have their place. I've seen and read a handful of instances of the aftermath of losing a beloved farmer. And folks, that's really what we are here. We're farmers with the added edge of having an unparalleled intelligence.
*With this particular Genus of plant life we are here in unison with the sole intent of continuing a culture that constantly reinvents itself.
That said... I am at this moment I am faced with the crushing reality that my Best Friend and Mentor; a fellow Mountain biker; Bird Photographer; Carpenter; Writer; Life Coach... had a stroke three days ago.
When he called me I was on the clock and delivering pies as some of you may know that I do. I almost thought it was a joke. Because, he sounded like Larry Flint. The screen on my phone read "S.C." but the voice wasn't one I'd head before. But a voice started talking and as this voice was describing his whereabouts(same Hospital I was in following my Aneurysm), I realized who I was talking with.
He said, "****(my name), I can't ride anymore. I've had a stroke and I've lost everything from my right hip up to my jaw. I don't know how I'm going to make it from here now. But, I love you, kid." And that's all he said.
Well, since then I have had no return contact. I already know that he's got nobody to help him. He's an only child just like me.
For what it's worth... There are people who make themselves known within our lives that, if we listen, we have everything to learn and gain. They are after all handing us the baton if we're lucky enough to meet our heroes in the 1st Place.
Well in the least I've come away from this with an education; a lot of laughter; a lot of pain; some triumphs; some defeats... and any number of fights; harsh words; and a Full-return to friendship' when it meant everything.
If you, like me have been blessed with an unsuspected friend and internship... Be Grateful.
I am today.
In the words of the late, Leonard Cohen... Hallelujah
