What happens is not as important as how you react to what happens.

As an avid Johnny Depp fan, I've been introduced to many equally interesting characters as I've followed Johnny's film career through the years. One such character was Hunter S. Thompson, whom I discovered after watching Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas. No matter how many times I watch that film, I laugh just as hard as the first time I saw it. The film, much like Hunter himself, is one of those things it seems that folks either love or hate (though I dare say, I can't imagine anyone with a 'hippie' background NOT loving both Hunter AND Fear & Loathing in LA).


Following my first viewing of the film, I was intrigued by the character and began to research his background and writing. He's one of those writers who could write about ANY subject and keep me absolutely mesmerized with his writing style, whether I had any interest in the subject he was writing about or not. Of all the writers I've ever read, it is Hunter's style I would most aspire to imitate, were I to have even a smattering of talent to compare to his. I confess that I have not always agreed with Hunter's stand on some issues, but I LOVED to hear him EXPRESS his disagreeable opinions nonetheless.


Sadly, not many in this area have even HEARD of Hunter Thompson, much less his work -- I've had none with whom to share my grief, save one co-worker. Was comforting to find others here at Mindsay who knew his work and loved to hear his bantering as much as I.

Learn more about Hunter S. Thompson and his work at http://www.gonzo.org/ -- better yet, get a book by Hunter S. Thompson...ANYthing by Hunter S. Thompson. I think Hunter could write about a bowling match between 2 senior homes and make it sound hilariously exciting.


GOD...how I'll miss that crazy man.