The Events in Order

First, a caveat or two. Event One is not a band - but rather a person (Nice try Moody). I am fairly certain everyone has people whove come into their lives and changed it to the degree that once they leave - you are BEYOND who you were before. There are a couple of very significant moments not included in this list.

My honorable mentions - - PGR - you were significant in a MUCH different way. You can be the Judge of what. Thanks for letting me be part of your family. JPA - you are something else. You taught me to get off my dead ass and stop feeling sorry for myself. Im glad Ive seen you do so much. Im proud of you. Nothing works unless you do. RC - you got married!! You found your purpose - - I told you would. Um Hum. Thanks for so much it goes without mentioning. Riverton High Football rules!

THE EVENTS (in chronological order)

Event Negative One - DJE. I had no idea that twenty six years later that this person would have been such an influence. This event taught me to be strong and just MOVE. Happiness comes by doing. Trust may be hard but when it counts - I know youll be there. Five.

Event Zero - STM. One movie, many posts, countless IM conversations. I am good enough just the way I am. Like it, lump it, fuck it, build a bridge and get over it. Respect is earned or taken. This one taught me that Im strong enough to do what needs doing.

Event One - BSJ. Saw this one this past weekend. Photo on Facebook to come. This one taught me I am looked up to. Im smart, fun, and protective. This one was the hardest to let go of. Moving on sucks sometimes, but if its meant to be - theyll show back up....even if its twenty years later.

Event Two - SDC. Mutual respect and protection are the names of the game. This event motivated me to leave one life and start another one. Man, was that a good choice.

Event A - BAF. Serendipity. You almost didnt become "Billboard" because we didnt want to lose you. You did - and things changed, but you are still one amazing guy. I think things worked out in the end. 465 or not - thanks for being a great friend.

Event B - KWL - Ken Colgrove. SPURS - through thick and thin - disappointment and elation. The twenty year plan is still in place. Thanks for telling me truth and still being my friend. That takes some balls.

Event C - TAH. Thanks for inviting a total stranger for Christmas. You changed the rules of the game and its players. For so many, you were the coolest person they knew and you were nice to them. Youll receive your reward - oh wait - I think you have. She looks amazing. Congrats.

Event Three - MAB. Holy shit. This one takes the top spot. This one taught me more than I can summarize. Only one true almost come to blows fight - but man, I love my little brother. The original, you might say. Look how far youve come. I called it - and it makes me so happy I could cry.

Event Four - BML. The days and nights spent talking, listening, planning are almost endless. The Southernmost point and the back porch are our places. The OC - Conclave - and Key West. Western Kentucky at Christmas and central Virginia in the Summer. The delivery of life changing news and a beautiful daughter. All things change but they will always stay the same - IBW.


Some ladies to thank as well.

AWD - Daddy would be so proud of you. I am. Great mother and wonderful wife. Stop giving Drew a hard time. Youre tough, smart, and not to be fucked with. I love my sister.

AMR - Beautiful family and more patience than Mother Teresa. Thanks for McDonalds frappe's and just listening to me ramble. Ill always be your Hazel. "Are you ready for your afternoon tea, your Grace?"

ESD - A man is the sum of his memories, me even more so. When I have to prove myself, I can say you taught me how. Im stronger, more able, and wiser because of you. The funny thing is that there about a thousand people who are too - because of you. Believe in yourself - there are a shit ton of people out there who believe in themselves because you did first.

CSB - One amazing house mate, ride sharer, and cook. You are one fine example of "my way or the highway". Thanks for supporting when no one else did.

Oh, and Caprice - for your continual support. You got what you deserved - the Happily Ever After. Imagine that...