Saturday, August 26, 2006

Jim Wilson

I woke up to a nightmare today. Every Friday, at 4:00 Jim Wilson showed up at the Captains wheel. He had one drink, then asked, "Is there any of Herb's Potato Salad left? I always had a go box full of potato salad for him.

I made potato salad Friday. Jim showed up on schedule. Before clocking out, I made a go box for him, like always. I brought it out to him, and thanked him for his loyalty. He left with good wishes, and he thanked me for the Potato salad, and left, after buying me a beer for the courtesy.

Jim died in his sleep last night, and I find myself breaking into tears, and I don't know why, except my keyboard keeps getting blurred.

God Bless you, Jim...

May you have a safe journey to what is beyond. I loved you Man...

2 comments:

green libertarian said...

So sorry to hear of your loss, Herb.

Just goes to show ya, you never know when your number is up. Enjoy each and every day, and enjoy the company of friends and family, always.

Mari Meehan said...

Herb. I'm so sorry. The suddeness makes the loss of a friend all the more difficult. You take care.