Sunday, June 12, 2016

I Will Be Taking A Break

Last night I lost someone very near and dear to me, my cousin Jamie. He was my best friend and brother since we were toddlers. He was only 50 and his life was cut short in a terrible motorcycle accident. I have nothing prepared for upload, the last three shows from Halestorm, Dave Holland Prism, and Venom were the last boots I listened to..and I can't bring myself to listen to any music right now, so I will be taking some time to mourn my fallen brother. I will be back in a few days...when I have come to terms with what has happened. This is not an end to The New JDP, I will be back...but music was a big part of my and Jamie's relationship...down to attending our first concert together (Bob Seger at Cobo Hall when we were quite young)...I can not listen to anything without the tears...so give me a few days....visit our archive and download some music, and celebrate the lives of those you love while you still have them...Call someone today and tell them how much they are needed in your life...

Fly On Jamie Hicks My Brother...I'll See You In Heaven!

57 comments:

  1. My condolences on your loss Dave.

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  2. Blessings to you and yours. May others draw their strength from your own.

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  3. Justdave - my tho8ghts and prayers are with you, Rosebud and you family. we're all hereto kend our support. Take good care my friend.

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  4. JD, Very sorry for your loss. I love your site and check it daily and do hope you continue on, when the time is right for you. Peace to you in this time of loss. Kirk

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  5. Find comfort in your music when you are ready.

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  6. Best wishes at this terrible time, brother

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  7. Take the time you need and do what needs to be done. We are all sorry for your loss.

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  8. Dave, my heart goes out to you. Take whatever time you need. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Bob W.



    Do not stand at my grave and weep
    I am not there. I do not sleep.
    I am a thousand winds that blow.
    I am the diamond glints on snow.
    I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
    I am the gentle autumn rain.
    When you awaken in the morning's hush
    I am the swift uplifting rush
    Of quiet birds in circled flight.
    I am the soft stars that shine at night.
    Do not stand at my grave and cry;
    I am not there. I did not die.

    Mary Elizabeth Frye

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  9. Hope you find some peace soon. Lost my sister recently.

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  10. I'm sorry to hear, man. Keeping you in my thoughts today.

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  11. Thinking of you at this sad time.
    Nigel G.

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  12. Sorry to hear my friend. I’m sure he was a good man. Take solace that he's in a better place now.

    When you’re sad and when you’re lonely
    And you haven’t got a friend
    Just remember that death is not the end
    And all that you’ve held sacred
    Falls down and does not mend
    Just remember that death is not the end
    Not the end, not the end
    Just remember that death is not the end

    When you’re standing at the crossroads
    That you cannot comprehend
    Just remember that death is not the end
    And all your dreams have vanished
    And you don’t know what’s up the bend
    Just remember that death is not the end
    Not the end, not the end
    Just remember that death is not the end

    When the storm clouds gather ’round you
    And heavy rains descend
    Just remember that death is not the end
    And there’s no one there to comfort you
    With a helpin’ hand to lend
    Just remember that death is not the end
    Not the end, not the end
    Just remember that death is not the end

    Oh, the tree of life is growing
    Where the spirit never dies
    And the bright light of salvation shines
    In dark and empty skies

    When the cities are on fire
    With the burning flesh of men
    Just remember that death is not the end
    And you search in vain to find
    Just one law-abiding citizen
    Just remember that death is not the end
    Not the end, not the end
    Just remember that death is not the end

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  13. Prayers lifted, sorry to hear about your loss.

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  14. Though the links of life are broken, the links of love and longing can never break.

    Sorry to hear, Dave. All the best.

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  15. So sorry for your loss ... keep the fun memories close to your heart.

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  16. Sorry to hear of your loss but know we all are with you. God bless.

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  17. You were blessed to have a friend for all of those years. be thankful for all of that time, but the hurt will just have to soften in time. Stand tall, don't you fall.

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  18. So sorry for your loss ... keep the fun memories close to your heart.

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  19. Sorry to hear of your cousin's passing. Only time can heal your pain. Perhaps we all may meet again on another plain where there is only joy and love. Peace to you.

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  20. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I lost one of my brothers who I was very tight with in December last year so mourn your cousin who you will never forget. Take care Dave all the best

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  21. Take all the time you need to heal, my friend. You have been generous with all of the music that you have shared with us. So, we've got plenty to listen to. I offer my condolences. There is never a good time to lose someone that you love.

    Don

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  22. I am sorry to hear of the sad news of your cousin's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family.

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  23. No words possible, only good thoughts.....

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  24. Sorry to hear of your loss Dave. I offer my heart-felt condolences to you at this awful, painful time. May your cousin rest in peace.

    Mark
    Sydney, Oz

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  25. may you both find some peace

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  26. Very sorry to hear about your loss, don't hesitate to let us know if you need anything, sending good thoughts your way, best, T from THOH

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  27. JustDave -

    Heard of your loss through Speedy's site. Sorry to hear of it.

    I hope your time of reflection brings back many good memories.

    Thank you for the music.

    Volke

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  28. Sincere condolences. Take your time. Appreciate all you do and this site can wait. Peace.

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  29. Thinking of you mate at this sad time. All the best.

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  30. So sorry to read of your loss. There's no right or wrong way to get over something like this, just your way. Best wishes.

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  31. I'm so sad to learn of your loss Dave. My deepest condolences.

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  32. Dave, My condolences to you for your loss. While we as a group may not be able to provide you the peace you need, know that you will be in my prayer
    Joe

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  33. Hello Dave,

    Warm thoughts from Holland for you and for your cherished friend Jamie. Take good care my friend.

    Wim

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  34. Thanks for all the great...sorry for your loss, take care of your family business

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  35. Sorry for your loss.

    Ed

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  36. Sincere Condolences.

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  37. Very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that your best memories of your cousin can provide some small measure of comfort at a difficult time. Know that a lot of people out here appreciate you and will be thinking of you.

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  38. Sorry to hear of you loss x

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  39. sorry to hear of your loss x

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  40. Una verdadera lástima. Que Dios la tenga en su seno.

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  41. Sorry to hear about your tragic loss, Dave. Please accept my condolences, from another of your 'music brothers'.

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  42. So sorry to hear of your loss Dave. Family and friends are the most important things we have in our lives. Take your time to grieve, heal and remember the joy that Jamie brought to you and yours. The music will always be there. We all look forward to seeing you back online when you are ready. Take care.

    Ron

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  43. My condolences on your loss.....may the angels guide Jamie back HOME.

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  44. SORRY PEACE AND CONDOLEANCES TO YOU BROTHER IN MUSIC

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  45. Dave My condolences on your tragic loss. Remember the great times you shared together and the music that you both loved. That will bring you strength.

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  46. Sorry to hear about your loss, my condolences.

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  47. My sympathies, Bro!

    don't worry about the music, it's always playing!

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  48. Prayers and condolences to you and yours at this time of sorrow...

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  49. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Some things are more important than the music. Best wishes. Big Trev.

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  50. I am so sorry about your loss, Dave. Sending condolences.

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  51. sad to hear of your cousin's passing. my condolences to you. hope you find peace in your heart soon

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  52. Back from some holidays, sad to hear stories of life going by... Sorry for you, your family and as they say in France, Toutes mes condoléances !
    Derek from Paris,

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