Goodbye Michael

I remember, for my 18th birthday, all i wanted was a large portrait drawing of Michael Jackson's face. And that's what my parents got me. All through college i had that picture posted in my residence hall room or apartment. I loved him and his music then (and before, really), and I love his music just as much today. In fact, I have been listening to his number ones album lately...and now will probably keep listening to it for a while.

I'm sad about his death, but it has caused me to stop and realize how he has been a presence in my life (through his music) for so many years. Someone i always admired, even when I didn't understand the life he lived. It feels strange to think that he is gone...