Richard Lowe Jr

A couple of days ago I learned that a good friend, Vernon, moved on to a new life. The news hit me hard; Today I spent some time thinking about him and his impact on my life. There are many people who have entered my life and made a difference. Sooz and Adam Reid taught me that it is possible to be outlandish and outgoing without horrible consequences, negating one of the lessons drilled into me by my parents when…

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Some of you have asked why I have a phoenix tattoo on one arm and a dragon on the other… The last time I communicated with my parents they told me I was “lucky” to have a good job, to have friends, and to be where I am. What a degradation that was! I was not a happy child. I spent most of my young years trying to be small, to stay hidden and out of sight, hoping against hope…

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