2011

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June 24, 2011 By Dave Leave a Comment

A Huge Thank You (You Made My Day)

Dear Birthday Wishers, I must be getting older because yesterday I had a change of heart. I have always seen social media birthday wishes through a cynical lens, wondering how many people actuallly give a shit that it's my birthday versus those who send wishes because Facebook tells them to. What I realized yesterday is that I don't really care. There were messages from family and friends that I haven't seen or heard from in a while. There were those from people I haven't seen since high school. There were even those from people I have yet to meet face to face. Every single message (all 66 of them) meant something to me: encouraged me. Thank you all for taking the time to drop me a quick birthday note; I appreciate it more than you will ever realize. Thank you. -Dave

Filed Under: Humanity Tagged With: Encouragement

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June 22, 2011 By Dave Leave a Comment

When Social Classes Collide…

Dear Toothless Bike Rider, As you sat atop your busted bike seat, threw up your rock horns and shouted "Nice fuckin' car man!" to the driver parked beside me, I caught a glimpse of shared admiration and excitement between two social classes that mix as well as oil and water. It was as if time didn't exist in that moment as both of you dared to cross the illicit boundaries that our culture has drawn between you. It was beautiful. Then reality snapped back into place as the driver roared off and you pedalled away in the haze of his emissions. Thank you for allowing me to be a spectator, giving me hope that maybe one day our social classes can find enough common ground to actually work together for the betterment of our society. -Dave

Filed Under: Humanity Tagged With: Culture, Society

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June 16, 2011 By Dave 1 Comment

In the face of defeat, leave the molotov cocktail at home

Today’s letter goes out to ~~every Vancouver Canucks fan that held their heads high~~ Matt Lockhart (@Treelines) for planking the riots after being defeated on home ice in game 7 of the 2011 Stanley Cup Finals. We’ll get ’em next year.

Dear Disappointed Fans, As the first goal was scored in the first period, I heard you and the entire provice gasp as if a knife had just been plunged into your heart. As time wore on and the minutes dwindled to the final horn I could see the disappointment in your forlorn face. What I didn't see was anger or destruction. It appears as though there will always be those idiots who take things too far but you are not one of them. Don't let the disgrace of other tear down your ability to be gracious. Although the loss was difficult and a long time coming, keep your head held high. Continue to support, cheer and fight for your team. Show the world that you know how to go down in defeat with dignity. You have a lot to be proud of by propelling your team to the Stanley Cup Finals. Some take the easy way out and create a path of destruction for destruction's sake. It far more difficult to look your opponent in the eye and say, "Well played, good sir. Next time you won't be so lucky." -Dave

Filed Under: Decisions Tagged With: Disappointment, Emotion, Frustration, Planking

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June 15, 2011 By Dave Leave a Comment

Hey Jesus, FETCH!

Dear Dog Walker, I'm pumped that you named your dog Jesus (Hay-zeus). I will admit though, it seems odd to hear someone commanding that Jesus do certain things and respond a certain way. However, I can't the feeling of deja vu. -Dave

Filed Under: Culture Tagged With: Awkward, Selfish

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June 14, 2011 By Dave Leave a Comment

Please Pass The Koolaid

Dear Conspiracy Theorist (part 2), I think what really stuck with me after our conversation was the fact that you didn't try to coerce me into believing your crazy theories. You were just really excited to tell them to me. It's reassuring to know that if there's a large Koolaid drinking party soon, you won't be the guy passing out the dixie cups. -Dave

Filed Under: Passion Tagged With: Conspiracy, Conversation, Ideas

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June 13, 2011 By Dave Leave a Comment

Smashed Wine Glass = Privilege of Friendship

Today’s letter goes out the brilliant and creative Kate Mukasa (@dowimagery). Her and her husband Moses Waswa Mukasa (@MosesWaswa) will no doubt be friends for life.