16 Comments

This really got me thinking about my past and how certain people were so influential in my life.

I wonder what John would think to know how much of an influence he's had on your life. Do you think you've been a "John" to anyone younger?

Expand full comment

I spent many years trying to find John to tell him what he meant to me. I had zero luck. He is very likely gone now. So I allow myself the belief that he remembered me and knew that he was important in my life. As for the second part? I have no idea. It's a fond fantasy to be that important to someone. I will leave it to the universe to somehow let me know someday.

Expand full comment

This is so moving.

Expand full comment

Thank you so much. ❤️

Expand full comment

What a beautiful story, Larry. It's amazing how small kindnesses can last a lifetime. Looking forward to the next post.

Expand full comment

Thank you for your kind words. I appreciate them more than you can know

Expand full comment

Ah man, this is such a moving story! Thanks for sharing!

Expand full comment

Thank YOU for taking the time to read!

Expand full comment

Thank you for sharing your story. It is tragic, but beautiful.❤️

Expand full comment

Thank you so much. I appreciate your time and attention so much!

Expand full comment

Beautiful story, Larry. Knowing your voice so well, me feel as though I was hearing you tell it. Thank you!!

Expand full comment

You are so dear to me. Thank you for reading!

Expand full comment

This was such a beautiful story. Its very similar to my young experience with my parents and my "first love" Lyndsey who also played the guitar and looked like Jesus/Hippie (it was the 70's). Like John, Lyndsey gave me my first spiritual training, and a love for music. The song Lyndsey played for me (and I later learned to play was "Killing Me Softly". Thanks so much for this memory. it made me cry tears of joy!

Expand full comment

I love how our stories are so similar. And I love you for being my best sister.

Expand full comment

Fantastic read!!

Expand full comment

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

Expand full comment