Mays Street & Old Settlers Park
On Life & Death
RECEIVED Thu., April 20, 2017
Dear Editor,
When I first heard Jimmy LaFave 32 years ago, I knew immediately he and his music would have a profound and positive influence on my life. And I was right.
When I first heard about Jimmy's cancer a few weeks ago, I knew immediately my life would never be the same. From the minstrel boy howling at the moon to the lies on her lips to the shakin' in her hips to the cafe in the rain, he taught me that life is one big amazing smorgasbord and it's important not to miss a single thing.
Reading this article ["Playback – Dead Man Walking: Jimmy LaFave," Music, April 21], I realize he's now moved on to teaching me how to die. With honesty and unselfishness, he's telling me to love even when it hurts, and to appreciate whatever time I have.
God be with Jimmy, God be with his family, God be with us all.
And thank you for so much, Jimmy.
When I first heard Jimmy LaFave 32 years ago, I knew immediately he and his music would have a profound and positive influence on my life. And I was right.
When I first heard about Jimmy's cancer a few weeks ago, I knew immediately my life would never be the same. From the minstrel boy howling at the moon to the lies on her lips to the shakin' in her hips to the cafe in the rain, he taught me that life is one big amazing smorgasbord and it's important not to miss a single thing.
Reading this article ["Playback – Dead Man Walking: Jimmy LaFave," Music, April 21], I realize he's now moved on to teaching me how to die. With honesty and unselfishness, he's telling me to love even when it hurts, and to appreciate whatever time I have.
God be with Jimmy, God be with his family, God be with us all.
And thank you for so much, Jimmy.
Beth Krugler
