This will be my last piece to commemorate the passing of Bill Hicks.
Like Yoko, who only celebrates John’s birthday on October 9th, I too will only celebrate Bill on December 16th, the day of his birth.
Early this morning I walked to Strawberry Fields. As I gazed at The Dakota where the Lennons lived, Yoko still in residence, I remembered what’s so vivid about my own loss.
Not the sadness that came with the news, but the simple wonder of all that was Bill.
I can still see him so clearly, well and vital. It reminds me of how the New York Times always runs a photograph of the person who’s passed in their glory, rather than decline.
So does my memory it seems.
I believe his spirit soars, occasionally visiting since I feel his presence often. It’s usually when I’m in despair needing strength that suddenly appears.
He was strong right till the end, I’m told, dying a good death, as they say in the Catholic Church. I never much liked that phrase, but understand it at least a little better now.
I guess it means, one’s comfortable as their soul takes flight, straight on till morning, to borrow from Peter Pan, a book Bill liked. He told me once how he always wanted to be like one of the Lost Boys who never grew up, never growing old.
I had forgotten that, when during a morning meditation, it knocked on the window.
Despite missing him, I’m happy he got his wish since now, he will stay that boy forever.
Bill Hicks. December 16, 1961- February 26, 1994 
His spoken truths still resonate. R.I.P.
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I have little to say. I appreciate it being read.
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Once in a lifetime…a love falls gently into your life and lives in your heart always.
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Susannah, I’m sorry for such a loss, but happy that he is still able to bring you comfort.
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You always remember those you’ve loved. Just one of those things. Thanks.
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My good memories continue to bring you comfort …. and from the writing here, he still does.
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A nice thing to say. Thanks Frank.
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SB,
Love and peace to you. And thank you for sharing, that too.
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He is still vivid for you, even after all this time. It’s marvelous that you can feel his presence. Love can last forever.
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It’s been 25 years and the clarity truly takes my breath away. Sometimes I wish I didn’t remember.
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Beautiful tribute, Susannah. 🙂
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Thanks David. That’s just what it was. A simple elegy.
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I know from past posts how important he was/is for you. We never need to forget or let completely go of someone, like my Sis. We just need to move on so they know we have done that. I think that will make them happy to see us happy again.
Scott
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Dear Susannah,
He will always be there as you keep a piece of him in your heart. Your memories of will keep bringing a smile to you, I’ve no doubt.
He had to be special for you to keep him close. How funny, Mick’s birthday was December 18…
Lotsa love your way,
Dale
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I don’t have much to say. I write of him to pay tribute. It’s about him more than me. I’m just one of the many who remember how special he was. Thanks.
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And that is a lovely thing. xo
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