This grainy picture of Dale was taken in the front yard of the
beach cottage in 1982.
Dale Thomas Craig worked as Sheriff’s Staff, and he supported
artists. He stuck by me when everyone
else had given up. He saw something no
one else did. With art supplies in hand,
he bought my small output, he ordered art, he took me to openings. He fed me.
Because of Dale, my world grew beyond drugs and alcohol. He died young with an AIDS related
disease. I really miss him.
Good for you on the weight loss. My experience with victims of AIDS is limited, but I've known a couple of infected fellows. Two sad. Dale was a saint.
ReplyDeleteAs much as I exercise...not tons but pretty regular...I have never lost a pound!!! So sorry for your friends early death, he does look strong minded.
ReplyDeleteYour weight is going down, while mine is ascending.
ReplyDeleteDale was your angel.
ReplyDeleteThank goodness for men like Dale. Congrats on your weight.
ReplyDeleteThis is sort of sad but happy at the same time -- happy for how he affected your life and a life well lived.
ReplyDeleteDifficult to part with close friends, especially those who have been supportive of us through challenging times. My sympathy to you & treasure the memories. Though I don't know the individuals I' enjoy your B&W photos.
ReplyDeleteHow sad. They say the good die young.
ReplyDeleteHe has an Ernest Hemingway look about him. What a good fellow he was. I'm glad you had him for a friend.
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