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Dear Gary,
My friend, my teacher, my mentor, my hero....I miss you! I'm grateful
for the
amazing moments that you somehow magically continue to share, but I'm
sad I
can no longer sit with you on your old side porch...talking, laughing,
and
dreaming. I'm sad I can't sit behind your drums, playing, singing, and
sweating nervously for you any more, but I'm ever so grateful for the
time I
spent learning from you, taking in your generous spirit. You taught me
so
much Gary, and you taught me so well. You opened a door, a whole new
way of
learning this incredible instrument for me. You shared your knowledge,
helped
me build my skills, and reminded me of the beauty in 'doing', which in
turn
led to my understanding...the greatest gift a teacher can bestow upon a
student! Thank you my great teacher!
Your incredible New Breed system of learning continues to inspire as
you
wished. Each new student that 'gets it!', walks away a better drummer.
Those
of us who were blessed to get your deep wisdom as well, walk away
better
people too. I love you Gary.
Thank you for everything, and Happy
Birthday my
most dear friend,
Chrissy
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