This isn't a happy post. I just found out that a friend recently died.
When I moved to Sarasota, Florida I wanted to meet people so I joined a photography club. On our first outing I became friends with Mike; he was friendly, interesting, and we shot a theater, a concert, and some other venues together. He and I traded jokes, discussed photography, and he offered advice on places I should visit for great photo opportunities.
Mike was just a few years older than me. He had a wife and children. He was full of life: happy, in love, and loved photography. He was a good man. When a mutual friend sent along the email I couldn't believe it. I read the message several times to make certain I read it properly. So sad.
My thoughts and prayers go to his family. He was a good man and new friend.
