A Sad Evening-RIP

Earlier today, I found out that a friend and longtime colleague during my time in MSUSA had fallen gravely ill.

Tonight, Jared Stene passed away.

He was a great guy, a great student leader, and a friend to so many of us. It's hard to believe he's gone, at age 22, and so unexpectedly. I guess it is a sobering reminder that none of us know how long we have and we must live each day to the fullest, as I have no doubt he did.

Rest in Peace, buddy. You'll be missed.

**Update** See other tributes at:

I Don't Hate America
Blue Man In A Red District
Bluestem Prarie