John Lennon

Today marks the 28 anniversary of John Lennon's death. Part of me still holds onto the hope that its not true.

The Beatles, particularly John, Kept me sane during High School. He"got" me or did I "get" him. I, too, was a proud outsider who wanted to fit in. Speaking of peace while feeling rage made total sense. "Jealous Guy"? You bet. "Imagine" and "Working Class Hero" were my ying and yang. He was light hearted despite the weight of the world that rested on his shoulders.He was brilliant, yet tremendously flawed. Wasn't that me?

I often wonder what he would think of the world today. The music, the culture, the politics.His voice is sorely missed.

Damn you John for leaving us. Thank you for never being gone.