The guy on left was Mike Nolasco. He was a member of the local Geek Squad and someone I considered a friend, although I hadn't gotten to know him as well as I would have liked. I played poker at his house a couple of weeks ago (he and I were the final two, but he beat me in the end), and he was someone I enjoyed hanging around with. I had hoped to become a regular at his poker games, as the whole group of people he hangs out with is a lot of fun.
Mike passed away on Monday of an aortic aneurism. I only found out on Thursday, and needless to say, it was a shock. I've not really had to deal with the passing of a friend or coworker like this before, and it's just kind of weird. His brother, Tim, works with me in the PC department, and I know him a lot better. I can't imagine how he's coping right now, which is why I feel bad even feeling bad. I barely knew the guy in comparison, so what right do I have to grieve?
So instead of wallowing or getting too far down, I've decided to spread some of this guy's joy. The above video is obviously a highlight for him, and it's just fun to watch. It's only right that the fun he had be spread well beyond his local circle of friends, and what better place than the internet to take care of that? He deserves that much. Watch it and spread it on in his memory.
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