Recently I read in a Clark University publication that a year ago today a college friend died. For me, Tuesday 9 October 2012 was a typical day of working, problem solving and reading. However, for my friend David, it was the last day of his all-too-short life. Not sure how I first met David, but most likely at a social function rather than in a class (we had different majors). We became members of a group of friends and eventually some of the friends (David included) ended up sharing an off-campus apartment. I used to tease David about his watching wrestling on Saturdays. You know, the type of wrestling with the outrageously costumed participants, usually representations of good versus evil, and good always won of course. It simply amused and bewildered me that an intelligent man would enjoy such fakery. And intelligent (double major) David was, as well as funny and kind.
As is still common, even in this social media pervasive time, we lost touch over the years. The last time I saw David was on a trip to Chicago to see him, his then girlfriend Joanne and his future wife Ann. It was a fun week of visiting the Sears Tower and the Art Institute; socializing at a local bar and Halloween party; and hanging out at the apartment and with some of their friends. David and I talked – probably a little about the past and a lot about the future – the usual conversations friends have. Although I don’t remember what was spoken, I do know there was laughter throughout the words.
Below are a few photos from our time in college. This is how I remember David and will continue to remember him. Yes, remember you I will David, my long ago friend.
As is still common, even in this social media pervasive time, we lost touch over the years. The last time I saw David was on a trip to Chicago to see him, his then girlfriend Joanne and his future wife Ann. It was a fun week of visiting the Sears Tower and the Art Institute; socializing at a local bar and Halloween party; and hanging out at the apartment and with some of their friends. David and I talked – probably a little about the past and a lot about the future – the usual conversations friends have. Although I don’t remember what was spoken, I do know there was laughter throughout the words.
Below are a few photos from our time in college. This is how I remember David and will continue to remember him. Yes, remember you I will David, my long ago friend.
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"David" as written in traditional Chinese
David at his dorm room desk. © An Adrean Darce Brent Image
David talking to Ann and pointing at me! Ha-ha, so much for a candid shot.
© An Adrean Darce Brent Image
David, you’re looking stylish in your Dashiki.
© An Adrean Darce Brent Image
David and Joanne on the lawn at Tanglewood, enjoying the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
© An Adrean Darce Brent Image
“David Kusinitz” graphic created by Adrean Darce Brent
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