OCT. 16, 1947—JAN. 10, 2026

I sadly missed out on attending a Grateful Dead concert in my naïve youth. But if it wasn’t for Bob Weir and his commitment to that band and his values, I would never have had the opportunity to witness its closest approximation with Dead & Company not once, but twice. There won’t be another.

Artwork: "Morning Sun" by Rich Lo | Greatsketch, all rights reserved.

Amos retreated to the place he thought of as his real home…

Artwork: "transitory stasis" by Obscure Nonspecifics.

There’s a weight on my shoulders every time I walk through my college city. It’s there during rushed mornings and slow nights, whether I’m alone or with friends.

Artwork: "Bad Luck" by Mr. Hooper Art.

Damon couldn’t be sure, not by the host’s accent or narrative.