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What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?

We wake up, get work, go back home and rinse and repeat – or at least it feels that way sometimes. In truth, there are a million moments in between where we interact with others and we can’t help but wonder what folks will think about us once we aren’t showing up, perhaps once we are gone. Some very thoughtful members of the community share their thoughts on this with us below.

Jey Tran

I truly believe that when it’s your time to leave this world, it’s your time. You can’t escape it. Death is inevitable. That’s why I believe in living the life you truly want to live—because you only get one shot at it. Read more>>

Sam Lopez

That I wasn’t afraid to fail. Curating shows that are sold out are great. It’s a great feeling. But I’ve curated shows where only a handful of people showed up. And some of those shows were the most amazing events I’ve ever organized. Noise music is not for everyone. But to have a noise music series at our local libraries was unheard of. Read more>>

Akayaa Atule

That I was a good Mother, friend, Teacher and a Performer. And that I always have a Nice smile and Happy all the time. Read more>>

 

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