Last Saturday night I attended my high school reunion (class of '79) at the Elks Club in Blawenburg, NJ.
We were a class of about 160 kids. The organizer of the reunion had a number of photos, mementos, etc. of our class. In two frames, were the senior pictures of some of our classmates. Looking closely, I realized the photos were of those we graduated with who have passed away (I counted 18 - a big number as far as I am concerned).
It became a topic of conversation from that point forward for the rest of the night for me. I mentioned to two friends in partial jest; my goal is not be included in that framed group when we get together again in five years. Glad to be here.
I love this Sean. I have to confess, when I see a new post on the 'In Memoriam" page, the first thing I do is look at the year the deceased graduated--and silently do the math between their year and mine (85'). Most are still 10+ years aways, but they are getting closer...
Glad you're still in the game Brian, and on Canada's Thanksgiving weekend, I'm thankful that I'm still in the game too. Happy Thanksgiving to all the Canadian fans of The Anecdote !
Brian, your way with words is a talent matched by your desire to help us be better investors and perhaps even better people.
I’m a little older and have lost too many close friends, most leaving suddenly with no chance to say goodbye. Soon my wife of two years will join that noble list after her struggles in cancer.
Our days are filled with sadness and love, knowing and hoping, but when we look at our 11 years together man we covered a lot of ground. I will always have her in my heart with those memories of sandstone hikes, sunset bike rides and yes walks on a bunch of beaches. May you all savor every love every friend every day until the time comes that you need to call up that account.
The world is a better place with you in it, Brian! Great writing.
Thank you, Tim.
Great peice, Brian. It really resonated with me.
Last Saturday night I attended my high school reunion (class of '79) at the Elks Club in Blawenburg, NJ.
We were a class of about 160 kids. The organizer of the reunion had a number of photos, mementos, etc. of our class. In two frames, were the senior pictures of some of our classmates. Looking closely, I realized the photos were of those we graduated with who have passed away (I counted 18 - a big number as far as I am concerned).
It became a topic of conversation from that point forward for the rest of the night for me. I mentioned to two friends in partial jest; my goal is not be included in that framed group when we get together again in five years. Glad to be here.
I love this Sean. I have to confess, when I see a new post on the 'In Memoriam" page, the first thing I do is look at the year the deceased graduated--and silently do the math between their year and mine (85'). Most are still 10+ years aways, but they are getting closer...
Glad you're still in the game Brian, and on Canada's Thanksgiving weekend, I'm thankful that I'm still in the game too. Happy Thanksgiving to all the Canadian fans of The Anecdote !
Thanks, Frank.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Brian, your way with words is a talent matched by your desire to help us be better investors and perhaps even better people.
I’m a little older and have lost too many close friends, most leaving suddenly with no chance to say goodbye. Soon my wife of two years will join that noble list after her struggles in cancer.
Our days are filled with sadness and love, knowing and hoping, but when we look at our 11 years together man we covered a lot of ground. I will always have her in my heart with those memories of sandstone hikes, sunset bike rides and yes walks on a bunch of beaches. May you all savor every love every friend every day until the time comes that you need to call up that account.
So sorry about your wife. I’ll keep a good thought for you both. 🙏