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Hi, im Misti, Erik's wife. I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this. But, I know what a huge fan my husband, Erik, was of MMJ and the friends he met through these boards. I'm sad to report that after a fantastic weekend in Port Chester, listening to the band closest to his heart, he passed away suddenly Thursday. ironically, we found him in his chair by his computer, downloading the shows from Port Chester. Those shows, along with the ones at the Wiltern in LA, meant so much to him. An MMJ fan through and through, the music brought him so much happiness. For those of you who chatted with him here, thank you. He was able to meet some great folks here and shared the MMJ love with many of you. RIP, my love. May Jim James play a special one for you one of these days. Love you, my soulmate.
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Best,
Misti
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very, very sad. My sincerest condolences to you Misti on your loss.
We will miss him and will remind ourselves to live every day to the fullest. Life is way too short.
Words just can't say enough. So very sorry for you and your family.
Deepest condolences, Misti. I didn't interact with Erik much, but he was a very significant contributor here and I was always interested in what he had to say. May his memory continue to bring you as much happiness as I'm sure you and the music did for him.
Misti - I'm so sorry about Erik. I met him at the Wiltern. How wonderful that he was able to make it to the PC shows and have such happiness in his last days.
I'm so sorry and sad for you and your family, Misti. I met Erik in person once, at the Wiltern, but we didn't know who one another were. We since had some really solid interactions here in cyberspace and he impressed me a lot with his intelligence and thoughtfulness and his passion for music. A couple weeks ago, he contacted me through email. He had figured out who I was and he told me that seeing me and my wife at those shows made him really wish he was together with you at those shows. I mention that in hopes that at some point it will help you to know that even when he was rocking out to his favorite music, he missed you. Best wishes to you and your and Erik's family. My heart goes out to you. :cry:
my condolences. very sad to hear such terrible news. strength to you and your family.
Misti - (as you probably saw from his inbox) I PMed w/ Erik a lot in the weeks leading up to PC. He was so excited for the shows and I really wanted to meet him. As others have said, he was always a thoughtful, positive contributer and was honestly his participation was one of the bright spots of this forum this year.
I bought myself a ticket for night one of PC, not knowing if I could make it. When it looked like it wasn't going to happen, I sold it to Erik. Less than a week later, my schedule freed up and I was looking for a ticket. Erik emailed me numerous times "feeling bad" that he bought my ticket, which was ridiculous because I sold it fair and square. He then proceeded to spread the word for me and forward a few craigslist tickets for sale. Finally when I bought one, as happy as I was he seemed more enthused! and offered to be me drinks. Completely unnecessary of course!! This is just a little story but it said an awful lot to me about your husband and the degree he was willing to help out someone he had never even met in person.
I'm so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. He was a very active contributor here and he will be missed. Please accept my condolences. My heart goes out to you.
Misti - I'm so sorry to hear about Erik. I met him in line at the Wiltern shows and I'm glad I did! What a super nice guy. I always enjoyed reading his posts, lots of thought and positivity in a wide range of topics. He will be missed for sure....I am sending positive thoughts and many prayers your way!!! :cry:
so sorry to hear, heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family
Words can't express how sorry I am to hear this news. My father passed away suddenly just over a year ago and it is still hard to believe he isn't with us anymore. Cherish the memories you have with Eric and it was good that he got to experience one last weekend of true joy spent with the band he loved during the PC run.
I never got to meet your husband, but as has been said, he was always fun to interact with here on the forum and was definitely a valuable and knowledgable member of this forum and will truly be missed!
Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your families as you try to get through the difficult days and weeks ahead... :cry:
oh no...this is terrible news.
I never got a chance to meet Erik in person...but I enjoyed his contributions to the board, and I had some limited interaction with him on the board when I tried (unsuccessfully) to get Erik some tickets for PC....he said he was hoping to take his sister to the thursday show...I wasn't able to come through...I don't know if she ever made it out there...hopefully she did and they were able to spend that time together
To Misti, I'm so sorry for your loss. obviously there are no words to ease the whatever pain you must be feeling. Please know, that all of us will keep you and your family in our prayers.
So sorry Misti. I sent you a PM. You will be in our thougths. I hoped to meet Eric one day but never got a chance to. Thanks for letting us know, that means a lot.
Dave
So sorry to hear about your loss, Misti. I really enjoyed reading Erick's posts but unfortunately never got to meet him. I'll be praying for you!
Seth
Very sorry about your loss. As others have mentioned, I always enjoyed what he brought to this forum. Deepest condolences to you and your family.
Oh Misti, I am so sorry to hear of Erik's passing. I can't imagine what a heartbreaking time this must be for you, and your family and friends. I had several interactions with Erik over the forum, and he was always had such a positive and kind energy. My thoughts are with you.
Lots of love to you and your family Misti. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Erik's posts here were always a pleasure to read.
RIP Erik. Misti, I am so sorry to hear this news. He was a great contributor to the board and seemed like a super nice guy. Sending love and healing your way.
unbelievable. sincerest condolences on your loss Misti...to you and everyone that loved him.
my thoughts and prayers. best life lesson I ever learned: always best to celebrate life and not mourn death.
So sorry to hear about this! Misti, my prayers are with you and your friends and family.
Misti,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I know I have read many contributions from Erik. I feel like I must have met Erik at one of the Wiltern shows, I was at Port Chester as well. I am not sure if you live in LA, but if you need anything please do not hesitate to reach out.
Sending love to you and your family
Our heart's soul goes out to you and your family. So completely sorry for your lose
Dear Misti,
It means a lot to have you come here to share with us Erik's passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. Erik was a vital part of what makes this place so special. He was a good man and will be missed. Today, I shed tears and honor his exist10z.
To Erik! :beer: Rest in peace, our brother. Take care, Misti, and come back if you like.
My condolences to you and your family, Misti, during this difficult time.
Erik was a big part of this community, and his spirit will always remain here. He was jovial, polite, energetic, and intelligent, and, as you can see, touched a lot of people here.
All the best to you and your family.
I talked (and differed) politics with him without it getting heated or personal. That, to me, is the sign of a true man.
I believe the point of a wordless chorus is to express something adequately when words themselves will not suffice. That seems to be appropriate here.
My condolences.
I am so incredibly sorry to hear of this. My condolences to your entire family. He was such a positively contributing member of this forum -- the type of fan that makes the MMJ community such a blast to be a part of. Such a tragic loss.
Rest in peace Erik.
My condolences Misti to you and your family. I'm blasting Cobra for him. Hope he hears it wherever he is. :beer:
Not sure I ever had any interaction with him but I'm so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you and your family :cry:
Rest in peace brother.
Sincere condolences to you and your family Misti.
Erik you fellow Baltimoron. I think we did in fact meet in passing at Port Chester at the second line on the first night though I did not know it was you at the time. It was a pleasure playing fantasy football with you this year and your thoughtful presence here will be missed.
RIP Brother
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so sorry about your and your family's loss. RIP
Such sad sad news .. much love & strength to you and your family Misti.
I've interacted with him on a number of topics and he always had something intelligent, and thoughtful to say. Definitely one of the bright spots of the forum in what has been a down year. R.I.P. Erik, rock on in whatever plane you 'exist' on.
Misti,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Erik's passing. He was an extremely bright, thoughtful and positive person, who brought so much to all of our daily lives just by being who he was/is. I cannot begin to imagine what it feels like to lose your soulmate...the thought has made me cry several times today. But I truly believe that soulmates travel through many lives together, and though it does not diminish your loss in the present, hopefully it adds light to your future. I truly encourage you to use The Forum as a place to share your thoughts on anything, and if there is ever an MMJ show that you would like to peg as a 'memorial show' for your dear one, I'm sure everyone on here would be ready to celebrate his life with you. I am so sorry, Misti. I am praying for you and your family. And if there's any way we can help you through this, please let us know.
God Bless.
Very sorry for your loss, Misti. My condolences go out to you and your family.
My condolences.
Misti,
I am shocked to hear this news! I unfortunately, did not have the opportunity to meet Erik but I always enjoyed his posts.
Please know that his spirit will always be with MMJ and in all their future shows they play.
My condolences to you and your family.
CHIMMJFAN (SHAUN)
This is just terribly shocking and sad news. Deepest sympathy and condolences to you and you family, Misti.
well damn. this is heartbreaking news. so sorry to hear. it's surprising to know that erik & i crossed paths so many times but never met. damn damn damn.
much love, misti.
Misti,
So sorry to hear of Erik's passing. My deepest sympathies, and condolences to you and your family. I exchanged some pm's with Erik, but I only got to meet him briefly, and that was to sell him a pair or MMJ PC tix to the Thursday show. I never did get to hang online or inside with him for long, but he was as happy as could be to be in PC, meet some of the forum faithful, and was really psyched to be going to the show. His smile, and excitement for the show is something I won't soon forget. So glad that my extras went to him, and he got to enjoy the show.
Eric
So sorry to hear about Erik's passing. I didn't have the pleasure of meeting him in person, but enjoyed his contributions here immensely. Thank you, Misti, for coming here to share with us in this time.
Misti,
I met Erik at the Wiltern shows. We both had some trouble with will call on night one, and I resolved it before the second show. I assured him via this site he would have no problems getting his tickets for night 2. We met in line. We hung out briefly before the show, and I met some of his friends,(at least I think he knew them before that night). He seemed like avery calm and peaceful man. Very sorry for your loss. If he has a file of pictures from the Wiltern shows taken by someone here, I took them and sent them to him.
Dale
Dear Misti,
I was saddened to read of the tragic passing of your beloved Erik. Like many others I enjoyed his contributions to this forum. He was truly passionate about MMJ and so much other music.
We had recently discussed his very real admiration for a new artist that I , and some others, did not have the same interest in. His informative reasoning led me to delve further and continue to keep my mind open to new music.
His posts about the PC shows, along with so many other wonderful forum members, dramaticly increased the enjoyment and excitement I experienced online here in cold, snowy Indiana.
I hope you can find some small comfort in the music that Erik loved so.
Like several other members who have written of losing loved ones, Jims' song-writing helped me in my time of grief. My wonderful elderly Mother lost her long battle w/AD in 2011, 3 days before the release of Circuital. Listening to Wonderful for the 1st time , in a small way, I began my healing process.
I'm going where there ain't no fear
I'm going where the spirit is near
I'm going where the living is easy
And the people are kind
A new state of mind
I'm going where there ain't no disease
I'm going where there ain't no police
I'm going where there ain't no need
To escape from what is
Only spirits at ease
Rock on, Erik - you will be missed!
Wow. All I can say is I have sincere gratitude for the kind words expressed here. These boards were the first thing I thought of when delivering the tragic news. Before, and after, the Wiltern and PC shows, this is the first place he'd go. While many of you haven't met him, I dare say many of you felt like good friends to him. The photo I posted in the initial post was him smiling ear to ear while they were playing "all night long". That is the most sincere smile Erik can have. Nothing gives me more peace than knowing I got to spend the last night of PC with him and see the non-stop smiles he had all night.
Whenever the time is right, I'd love to be there in spirit for him at the next show. I know it may be a while now that Boston has passed. If any of you can remember and think of me when a show is announced, give me a shout. He lives on in all the music he loved. We played MMJ and Band of Horses at his memorial yesterday. Seeing a live show again would be like having him at my side again. Much love to all of you.
Best,
Misti
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I am deeply saddened to hear of Erik's passing. We exchanged posts a number of times on old live albums, vinyl, etc and I felt a kindred spirit even though I never met Erik in person. No doubt we did pass very close to one another in Port Chester, Merriweather and probably other venues and I was hoping to meet him soon, all the more given that he was a fellow Marylander.
I cannot imagine your grief, Misti, and I wish you strength moving forward. You obviously will find much support and inspiration here as you need it and in the music your husband loved.
as heard at the end of every MMJ show...
We'll Meet Again - Dame Vera Lynn (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0zIEX4upzc#)
Very sad news. I always enjoyed reading his posts as I unfortunately never met him in person. Thoughts and prayers to your family Misti during this tough time.
Misti,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I have always enjoyed reading his musical thoughts on this board. He had a wonderful taste in music. I sincerely wish you and your family the best.
Misti,
I'm so sorry to hear this. You and your family will be in my thoughts a prayers.
Many condolences to you and your family, Misti. Thanks so much for posting on here. He was such a valuable member of our community and had such passion (and knowledge of music). So sorry you lost your soul mate and best friend. Can't imagine what you're going through. I never got to meet him in person but feel like I know him a bit from his posts. You'll be our thoughts here.
May Erik live on in our forum hearts. Rest in peace you Jacket Head. He must have gone with a smile on his face listening to those shows.
tragic news. So sorry to hear about your loss.
My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family
-Jeff
So very sorry for your loss. I didn't know Erik either, but based on his posts, got the feeling he was a caring, thoughtful, and passionate fan and person. Your sad news hit me like a ton of bricks as does your desire to see another MMJ so as to have him by your side again. I hope that happens for you. That you posted here and came back to read these comments has hopefully helped you in some small way. Sincere condolences to you and your family.
Sorry for your loss Misti. I really enjoyed Erik's presence here on the forum, he will truly be missed. I wish I could put into words what I've been feeling since I read the news. I feel like we really are a type of family here and to lose one of our family members hurts. Let's hug each other a little harder from here on out.....for Erik.
listening to "State of the Art..A.E.I.O.U" off of Jim's upcoming solo album and I can't help but mention how it hits so powerfuly right now. I know this band tunes into cosmic forces, just one more example.
I sent you a fb request.
tried to add you, but some kind of glitch prevented me from being able to do it. sent you a message....if you want to find me:
Trish Dooley Budsock NJ
I tried to add you, too, but your page didn't have an "add friend" button. You can add me - Jenny Mink DeMaria.
Sorry guys, I had a setting where no one could add me on Facebook. I changed the settings. Please try to re-add now. It should work. Vespachick, I didn't see your request come though. Try again.
And Trish, tried to search for you but it wouldn't come up.
Hope I can find you all on FB. Love and peace fellow MMJ fans. Xoxo
Misti
facebook request sent
Misti,
I never had the pleasure of meeting Erik, but he must have been a great guy. He had to be since he was such a big part of the MMJ family and these people are some of the finest, caring and honest people you could ever meet.
My sincerest sympathies to you and all of Erik's family. Hopefully you can take comfort in knowing he left this world doing something he loved.
Nancy
I just a request too Misti. I'm on fb much more than the forum.
I am so sorry for your loss Misti, Erik seemed like a lovely person. I will definitely play some MMJ in his honour.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Misti,
I just wanted to express my condolences and share with you my own close loss. I am younger than most on these boards (23 years old) and have only become a My Morning Jacket fan within the last year or so, but I feel like I can relate to your loss on some level. My older brother Adam passed away in 2008, just as I was getting ready to begin college. We were big fans of the Dave Matthews Band. I still regularly listen to DMB and go to shows, and to be completely honest, it is when I feel closest to him in the sort of spiritual way. There is no question that music fuels strong emotions and memories, and it connects me to Adam more than anything else. I hope you find some comfort whether its in music or whatever else you shared with Erik.
I never spoke with Erik, but within the past few months as I began really listening to MMJ and preparing myself for these 3 shows at Port Chester, I do recall seeing some of his posts and appreciating his genuine excitement. These were my first MMJ shows, and I don't think I have to tell you or anyone else that went, but they were near flawless. I personally hate when people use cliche lines about the loss of people, especially when they were so close to you. But I do think its cool that he was probably in a happy state when he died.
Anyways, sorry if this was more rambling than consoling, but I just wanted to share.
-Alex
Quote from: lambo on Jan 10, 2013, 01:18 PM
Misti,
I just wanted to express my condolences and share with you my own close loss. I am younger than most on these boards (23 years old) and have only become a My Morning Jacket fan within the last year or so, but I feel like I can relate to your loss on some level. My older brother Adam passed away in 2008, just as I was getting ready to begin college. We were big fans of the Dave Matthews Band. I still regularly listen to DMB and go to shows, and to be completely honest, it is when I feel closest to him in the sort of spiritual way. There is no question that music fuels strong emotions and memories, and it connects me to Adam more than anything else. I hope you find some comfort whether its in music or whatever else you shared with Erik.
I never spoke with Erik, but within the past few months as I began really listening to MMJ and preparing myself for these 3 shows at Port Chester, I do recall seeing some of his posts and appreciating his genuine excitement. These were my first MMJ shows, and I don't think I have to tell you or anyone else that went, but they were near flawless. I personally hate when people use cliche lines about the loss of people, especially when they were so close to you. But I do think its cool that he was probably in a happy state when he died.
Anyways, sorry if this was more rambling than consoling, but I just wanted to share.
-Alex
Alex,
Thank you for that. Your words mean a lot to me. So sorry about your brother. My loss is excruciating beyond words really. But music brings me back to him. This will probably sound strange but I'll share it anyways. I may have even posted this on another thread so forgive me if so. Anyway, during the cover of "All Night Long" Saturday night in PC, Erik and I danced so close. He had his arms around me and kissed my cheek 'peanut' throughout the song ( he used to call my cheek my 'peanut'). It was a great memory and it is during that song that I took the picture you see in the beginning of this thread. This is the 'strange' part so forgive me. I got his ashes yesterday at the funeral home. When I got home, I went to You Tube, pulled up "All Night Long" at PC and turned it up loud, held his box of ashes close to me and danced to the song with him. Sorry if that sounded morbid to you guys but it was like I felt his spirit there smiling upon me.
Music is powerful and it is a love we both shared. In music, he will always be by my side. Again, anyone that would like to add me on FB, please do. I don't stay on top of MMJ shows as much as Erik did, so keep me in mind and I'd love to join you all one day.
All the best and thanks for the continued support.
Xoxo
Misti
Damn, just saw this news on FB a little bit ago. I never met Erik like many here it seems, but thoroughly enjoyed his contributions here and started talking to him more on here in the past 6 months or so. His enthusiasm for MMJ was easy to see on the forum, but I really appreciated his enthusiasm for other music/bands as well. Sorry for you & your family's loss Misti. Thanks for posting about it here as well, I think he would have wanted that.
Misti that is such a sweet story, not strange at all. Big hugs to you and I do hope we get to meet at a show someday.
Misti,
My condolences to you and your family. May Erik live in all of our hearts forever through the music of My Morning Jacket. I hope someday you can come to one of the shows and experience the music with us - and you can help bring Erik's spirit into that room so we can all say hello once again.
Much much love,
Casey
Quote from: exist10z on Jan 10, 2013, 04:45 PM
Alex,
Thank you for that. Your words mean a lot to me. So sorry about your brother. My loss is excruciating beyond words really. But music brings me back to him. This will probably sound strange but I'll share it anyways. I may have even posted this on another thread so forgive me if so. Anyway, during the cover of "All Night Long" Saturday night in PC, Erik and I danced so close. He had his arms around me and kissed my cheek 'peanut' throughout the song ( he used to call my cheek my 'peanut'). It was a great memory and it is during that song that I took the picture you see in the beginning of this thread. This is the 'strange' part so forgive me. I got his ashes yesterday at the funeral home. When I got home, I went to You Tube, pulled up "All Night Long" at PC and turned it up loud, held his box of ashes close to me and danced to the song with him. Sorry if that sounded morbid to you guys but it was like I felt his spirit there smiling upon me.
Music is powerful and it is a love we both shared. In music, he will always be by my side. Again, anyone that would like to add me on FB, please do. I don't stay on top of MMJ shows as much as Erik did, so keep me in mind and I'd love to join you all one day.
Facebook.com/misti10
All the best and thanks for the continued support.
Xoxo
Misti
Misti,
Based on the picture, it looks like you were up in the Balcony on Sat. night with Ms GO4IT, myself and a few others from the forum. You and Erik were probably only steps away from where we were. I remember during All Night Long that we were all dancing so hard that the balcony was just bouncing up and down - it was a bit fun and scary all at once and I posted this to the 12/29/12 thread at the time:
"Balcony moving out of control. I may fall out!"
Thanks for sharing that very special moment and I can definitely understand why you would want to remember and relive it. We all understand how special their music is and how much comfort and joy it can provide.
If they come back to Merriweather I will host another local pre-party for the Forum Faithful and you must come.
-Rob
Hi Misti,
So sorry to hear about your loss...this just seems crazy to me. I know this kind of thing happens in life, but it always seems so far removed until it happens to someone you "know." I never met your husband, but I really enjoyed reading his posts and playing Fantasy Football with him this year...I felt bad for him, that his team was performing so badly, through no fault of his own!
He seemed like a very kind, intelligent man, who I would have loved to meet in person.
I will add you on Facebook if that's okay! (Dan Dunne)
Just read your last post about dancing with the ashes Misti...I can imagine my wife doing the same! Stay strong, and we are here for you!
a message from jim:
Quotehello misti- so very sad to hear of erik's passing. obviously i did not know your husband, but i do know how very much our fans mean to us in being a part of what we do- because without the fans the circle is not complete, and quite frankly without people like erik we would not be able to do what we do or share what we share, and feel the circle completed with the beautiful exchange of love that goes on between listeners and musicians as music is played and shared. i send a big thank you to the heavens for the energy of erik that he shared with us, while he was here in this realm and on his journeys beyond. our hearts and best wishes go out to you and we send you much love and healing energy. -your pal jim james
All I can say is, I love MMJ.
Jim James and MMJ is good people. I'm proud to be part of the circle.
Quote from: BigHerm on Jan 11, 2013, 03:09 PM
All I can say is, I love MMJ.
...I believe in the power of the soul, one that is wonderfully eternal. Misti...keep your soul open to Erik's; his energy will find you where ever you are.
Quote from: CC Baxter on Jan 11, 2013, 03:01 PM
a message from jim:
Quotehello misti- so very sad to hear of erik's passing. obviously i did not know your husband, but i do know how very much our fans mean to us in being a part of what we do- because without the fans the circle is not complete, and quite frankly without people like erik we would not be able to do what we do or share what we share, and feel the circle completed with the beautiful exchange of love that goes on between listeners and musicians as music is played and shared. i send a big thank you to the heavens for the energy of erik that he shared with us, while he was here in this realm and on his journeys beyond. our hearts and best wishes go out to you and we send you much love and healing energy. -your pal jim james
I am just floored. This is so special. Misti, I hope you find comfort in Jim's words.
Best Band. Best Fans. <3
Quote from: vespachick on Jan 11, 2013, 03:32 PM
Best Band. Best Fans. <3
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
That is so fucking cool that Jim James did that - truly amazing. Awesomeness.
And sorry for your loss. I hope all the support on here helps... Much love. Peace.
We are all one big family and this just further proves that...I love this place and will spend the rest of my days here...Misti, don't you worry, we are gonna get you to a show...on the rail right under Jim. Trust me, we can make it happen.
Scosby WILL make that happen. Out of overwhelming grief and sadness new friendships can spring.
Quote from: scosby2 on Jan 11, 2013, 03:40 PM
We are all one big family and this just further proves that...I love this place and will spend the rest of my days here...Misti, don't you worry, we are gonna get you to a show...on the rail right under Jim. Trust me, we can make it happen.
yup
Misti,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm in the same boat with a lot of others here. I never had direct contact with your husband, but he was clearly very intelligent, insightful and objective - all great qualities. I read someone else use the term gut punch and thought that was pretty accurate to how I felt. It speaks volumes that he had that kind of influence on so many that he never even met. Peace.
Jon
You are in my thoughts and prayers..so very sorry!
Quote from: GO4IT on Jan 10, 2013, 11:36 PM
Quote from: exist10z on Jan 10, 2013, 04:45 PM
Alex,
Thank you for that. Your words mean a lot to me. So sorry about your brother. My loss is excruciating beyond words really. But music brings me back to him. This will probably sound strange but I'll share it anyways. I may have even posted this on another thread so forgive me if so. Anyway, during the cover of "All Night Long" Saturday night in PC, Erik and I danced so close. He had his arms around me and kissed my cheek 'peanut' throughout the song ( he used to call my cheek my 'peanut'). It was a great memory and it is during that song that I took the picture you see in the beginning of this thread. This is the 'strange' part so forgive me. I got his ashes yesterday at the funeral home. When I got home, I went to You Tube, pulled up "All Night Long" at PC and turned it up loud, held his box of ashes close to me and danced to the song with him. Sorry if that sounded morbid to you guys but it was like I felt his spirit there smiling upon me.
Music is powerful and it is a love we both shared. In music, he will always be by my side. Again, anyone that would like to add me on FB, please do. I don't stay on top of MMJ shows as much as Erik did, so keep me in mind and I'd love to join you all one day.
Facebook.com/misti10
All the best and thanks for the continued support.
Xoxo
Misti
Misti,
Based on the picture, it looks like you were up in the Balcony on Sat. night with Ms GO4IT, myself and a few others from the forum. You and Erik were probably only steps away from where we were. I remember during All Night Long that we were all dancing so hard that the balcony was just bouncing up and down - it was a bit fun and scary all at once and I posted this to the 12/29/12 thread at the time:
"Balcony moving out of control. I may fall out!"
Thanks for sharing that very special moment and I can definitely understand why you would want to remember and relive it. We all understand how special their music is and how much comfort and joy it can provide.
If they come back to Merriweather I will host another local pre-party for the Forum Faithful and you must come.
-Rob
The floor was totally shaking!!!!! Such great energy. Sorry we didn't get to meet you. Judging by the roll call tees we saw around us, we were pretty close to many of you. Hope to share in the joy of MMJ with all of you again. Erik will surely be there with us, too.
Love and peace to all of you.
Misti
Quote from: zanjam on Jan 11, 2013, 03:30 PM
Quote from: CC Baxter on Jan 11, 2013, 03:01 PM
a message from jim:
Quotehello misti- so very sad to hear of erik's passing. obviously i did not know your husband, but i do know how very much our fans mean to us in being a part of what we do- because without the fans the circle is not complete, and quite frankly without people like erik we would not be able to do what we do or share what we share, and feel the circle completed with the beautiful exchange of love that goes on between listeners and musicians as music is played and shared. i send a big thank you to the heavens for the energy of erik that he shared with us, while he was here in this realm and on his journeys beyond. our hearts and best wishes go out to you and we send you much love and healing energy. -your pal jim james
I am just floored. This is so special. Misti, I hope you find comfort in Jim's words.
I'm absolutely speechless. The fact that Jim James left a tribute to my beloved soulmate (and surely one of his biggest fans), absolutely means the WORLD to me. Words cant express my gratitude or the considerable comfort his words gave me. If someone could relay now much that touched my heart, please do. It literally brightened my otherwise melancholy, tear-riden day. I hope to all join you again for a show in Erik's memory. His spirit lives with me in each MMJ song.
Wow, I'm just so speechless. So grateful for the kind words and support. Really quite surreal that Jim did that on Erik's behalf. Speaks volumes about his kind heart and commitment to his fans. Thank you, Jim.
Peace and love to you, Jim James. Erik is surely smiling ear-to-ear with that beautiful message.
Best,
Misti
Xoxo
Quote from: scosby2 on Jan 11, 2013, 03:40 PM
We are all one big family and this just further proves that...I love this place and will spend the rest of my days here...Misti, don't you worry, we are gonna get you to a show...on the rail right under Jim. Trust me, we can make it happen.
Please???? That would be so special for me. Keep me in mind, it will be a celebration of his spirit and unrelenting love for MMJ. Thanks for all your support. I dare say I've received more comfort from all of you than my 'real' friends. That speaks volumes about the kindness and great character of you all.
Best,
Misti
OK, totally welling up with tears over here.
Sorry about the loss. I'm new here, but it's so surreal how unexpectedly this has happened. Port Chester feels like it was yesterday.
It's hard for me to tell someone not to worry, or that everything will be ok when I'm not in their shoes. Deepest Condolences.
Wow. I actually bought a ticket from Erik to one of the Wiltern shows and had a chance to hang out with him a bit before a show - such a nice guy. I'm shocked - so sorry for your loss Misti. Very cool to see that note from Jim, glad it brightened your day.
Peace and love to you, Jim James. Erik is surely smiling ear-to-ear with that beautiful message.
Misti
Xoxo
:cool: :thumbsup:
Misti, my rail spot is yours at the next show we both attend, and whatever show you go to next, I'm sure getting you in front will be not be a problem. I think we all look forward to celebrating Erik's memory with you, and with all the love and peace you deserve.
Hi everyone,
This is my first post on this thread or on the forum as a whole. I'm Erik's sister and I have been reading along with Misti all of these amazing posts from all of you, some of whom never met him in person. I am sitting here in tears, overwhelmed with all the love and support coming out of all of you. Erik was my older brother and always my music mentor from the time I started listening to my own music as an 11 year old. I have countless "mix tapes" and eventually cd's that he has made for me over the years. Needless to say, he introduced me to MMJ a few years ago and I, of course, fell in love. He's been trying to get me to a live show ever since. He finally succeeded in Port Chester. I'm sure I saw many of you there. We were right there with many of you in the line debacle Thursday night when none of us knew where to go and then we finally got in early, what a thrill. Erik kept telling me 90% of his excitement was having me there with him. (one of you mentioned that you knew he was trying to get a ticket for his sister, well that was me and I was there) I'm so thankful that I was there with him for that show. He kept pointing some of you out and saying I think that's so and so from the board, but I'm not sure. I'd say, say hi! We were just 2 people back from the stage close to Carl but towards the middle, were any of you near us Thursday? Ruckus, he spoke about you to me by name saying that you bonded over both being from Baltimore :) Thank you so much to everyone for all the beautiful things you've said about my brother. I can't express how much that means to all of us. There are 4 of us siblings and we're all so tight, losing him has felt like someone has torn off one of my limbs. I am absolutely floored and overwhelmed, like Misti, that Jim James left a message for her about Erik. What an amazing testament to what an incredible band MMJ is and how awesome the fans are. I agree with the sentiment...best band and fans EVER.
Quote from: existsis on Jan 11, 2013, 07:08 PM
Hi everyone,
This is my first post on this thread or on the forum as a whole. I'm Erik's sister and I have been reading along with Misti all of these amazing posts from all of you, some of whom never met him in person. I am sitting here in tears, overwhelmed with all the love and support coming out of all of you. Erik was my older brother and always my music mentor from the time I started listening to my own music as an 11 year old. I have countless "mix tapes" and eventually cd's that he has made for me over the years. Needless to say, he introduced me to MMJ a few years ago and I, of course, fell in love. He's been trying to get me to a live show ever since. He finally succeeded in Port Chester. I'm sure I saw many of you there. We were right there with many of you in the line debacle Thursday night when none of us knew where to go and then we finally got in early, what a thrill. Erik kept telling me 90% of his excitement was having me there with him. (one of you mentioned that you knew he was trying to get a ticket for his sister, well that was me and I was there) I'm so thankful that I was there with him for that show. He kept pointing some of you out and saying I think that's so and so from the board, but I'm not sure. I'd say, say hi! We were just 2 people back from the stage close to Carl but towards the middle, were any of you near us Thursday? Ruckus, he spoke about you to me by name saying that you bonded over both being from Baltimore :) Thank you so much to everyone for all the beautiful things you've said about my brother. I can't express how much that means to all of us. There are 4 of us siblings and we're all so tight, losing him has felt like someone has torn off one of my limbs. I am absolutely floored and overwhelmed, like Misti, that Jim James left a message for her about Erik. What an amazing testament to what an incredible band MMJ is and how awesome the fans are. I agree with the sentiment...best band and fans EVER.
existsis, I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. I'm glad though that you and Misti have used this forum for some comfort through this impossibly difficult time. and I'm especially glad that you both got to share in the experience of a truly unique and magical band. I wish you nothing but peace and healing to you and your entire family.
Quote from: ItBeats4Jew on Jan 11, 2013, 07:28 PM
Quote from: existsis on Jan 11, 2013, 07:08 PM
Hi everyone,
This is my first post on this thread or on the forum as a whole. I'm Erik's sister and I have been reading along with Misti all of these amazing posts from all of you, some of whom never met him in person. I am sitting here in tears, overwhelmed with all the love and support coming out of all of you. Erik was my older brother and always my music mentor from the time I started listening to my own music as an 11 year old. I have countless "mix tapes" and eventually cd's that he has made for me over the years. Needless to say, he introduced me to MMJ a few years ago and I, of course, fell in love. He's been trying to get me to a live show ever since. He finally succeeded in Port Chester. I'm sure I saw many of you there. We were right there with many of you in the line debacle Thursday night when none of us knew where to go and then we finally got in early, what a thrill. Erik kept telling me 90% of his excitement was having me there with him. (one of you mentioned that you knew he was trying to get a ticket for his sister, well that was me and I was there) I'm so thankful that I was there with him for that show. He kept pointing some of you out and saying I think that's so and so from the board, but I'm not sure. I'd say, say hi! We were just 2 people back from the stage close to Carl but towards the middle, were any of you near us Thursday? Ruckus, he spoke about you to me by name saying that you bonded over both being from Baltimore :) Thank you so much to everyone for all the beautiful things you've said about my brother. I can't express how much that means to all of us. There are 4 of us siblings and we're all so tight, losing him has felt like someone has torn off one of my limbs. I am absolutely floored and overwhelmed, like Misti, that Jim James left a message for her about Erik. What an amazing testament to what an incredible band MMJ is and how awesome the fans are. I agree with the sentiment...best band and fans EVER.
existsis, I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. I'm glad though that you and Misti have used this forum for some comfort through this impossibly difficult time. and I'm especially glad that you both got to share in the experience of a truly unique and magical band. I wish you nothing but peace and healing to you and your entire family.
Oh my goodness I am full of tears! existsis, I am so sorry for your loss. ItBeats4Jew is my brother and we (quite obviously) share an insane love for this band as well. There are lots of forum family members (siblings, married couples) and it is so great when it becomes a family affair. The whole MMJ community really feels like family, so I am happy you have found us. So glad you got to experience MMJ with Erik, so you can cherish the memory forever.
Much peace to all of you, and I hope to meet all the exist10z family at a show in the future.
Jenny
very sad news. regardless of individual taste, I have a special love for people who are passionate about music and wish the world was full of them. hearing we have lost the pleasure of having such a soul in this world with us is heartbreaking.
Existsis, I too am so sorry for your loss. Your brother's loss so suddenly has affected us all. Please accept me deepest sympathies on your loss. I'm glad that you got to spend those days in Port Chester together with your brother. They must be all the more precious in light of what has happened. May your grief find comfort.
ExistSis--thanks so much for posting. I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you're going through right now. I'm glad you got to share that night (which was the best of the 3 in my opinion) with your brother! You were probably right next to many of us in line. Please come around here more often and hopefully we can meet again at a show. I was the girl bitching at the muscle-y bouncer who put us back into one line (lol). That was indeed a debacle. Sounds like a great bond you had with him and he sounds like a great guy.
Hope you won't be a stranger around here. We don't just talk music, we talk.....about music we don't like, too. :-)
Quote from: exist10z on Jan 11, 2013, 04:42 PM
Quote from: scosby2 on Jan 11, 2013, 03:40 PM
We are all one big family and this just further proves that...I love this place and will spend the rest of my days here...Misti, don't you worry, we are gonna get you to a show...on the rail right under Jim. Trust me, we can make it happen.
Please???? That would be so special for me. Keep me in mind, it will be a celebration of his spirit and unrelenting love for MMJ. Thanks for all your support. I dare say I've received more comfort from all of you than my 'real' friends. That speaks volumes about the kindness and great character of you all.
Best,
Misti
of course! ..to reiterate what crispy and scosby said, you definitely need to experience that..you and ExistSis both...you've got honorary spots..
i think that Erik would be smiling now, saying...'wait, no one ever gave me a rail spot?!' :wink:
Existsis, I've been thinking about your brother and Misti, and now you, non-stop since I learned of him passing and I wanted to share with you as I have with Misti, just how sorry I am for your loss. Your brother was obviously a special person and I'm sure the hole that is left in your life is immense. So we will try to fill it with love and lots of music in the meantime for you and Misti and your other sibs. I never met your brother but he sounded like an awesome guy. I hope some day you grow to instead of feeling sad for losing him feel blessed for having him. I'm so worried that you will now associate MMJ with this painful time in your life. I really hope it becomes the medicine to help your healing instead!
Aaaaahhh I find myself not on here all so much lately, and only just now read all 4 pages of this thread..... after crying it out, I can finally see the screen again here, and just want to say that Misti (and ExistSis (which is an AWESOME name) ), I am so sorry to hear of your loss. This board is a special, special place, and I'm glad that you've found us and reached out. So much Love in return, from all of us!!! (http://www.pic4ever.com/images/z5.gif) The letter Jim wrote you is absolutely beautiful and touching, and I'm so glad you can always have it as a comfort.
My Grandma still dances with framed pictures of my Pap...... it is more than a beautiful thing to do. You're not dancing alone!!! I never met Erik and haven't been in here much to talk with him much, but I just wanted to send my Love for you and your family and friends, and I hope to meet you at a show sometime in the future!!! (http://www.vwvortex.com/Anthony/Smilies/heart.gif)(http://www.vwvortex.com/Anthony/Smilies/heart.gif)(http://www.vwvortex.com/Anthony/Smilies/heart.gif)
woody,
Wonderful story of your Grandma & Pap.
It , and Misti, inspired me to play Johnny Cash covering Hank Williams' I Dreamed About Mama Last Night and to dance w/ a picture of my late Mother- the beautiful , then 17 yr. old Marie.
Many tears... of joy, finally.
Happy to be able to share here w/ so many caring souls.
ExistSis,
I'm so sorry for your loss, and my deepest sympathies to you, and your siblings.
I just wanted to tell you how happy I am that you and Erik were the ones my extra PC Thursday tix went to. As bummed as I was that my daughter, and her boyfriend couldn't join me, it warms my heart to know that you guys got the tix, and were able to enjoy that show together. I know it would've been special for me to have my daughter there, but reading your thoughts on that night makes me feel that somehow, someway, those tix were meant for you and Erik all along, and ended up being the special evening I had hoped it would be when I bought them at the onsale.
I had been in touch with Erik through this site, but only got to meet him briefly out front of The Cap, and inside for a minute. He always seemed so genuinely nice to me, and if it's any comfort, I can still see his big smile he had that night. I remember thinking then, I was glad he got the tix, because he sure was happy to be there with you.
Eric
I for one will guarantee Roll Call tickets for Misti and Existsis when they come back to LA. With this network, I doubt either of you need my help, but if needed you can count on me. I would bet meeting the band is not unreasonable. I can't do anything about that, but apparently you both have some connected allies.
Quote from: Shug on Jan 11, 2013, 03:14 PM
Jim James and MMJ is good people. I'm proud to be part of the circle.
...and welcome to both of you.
(http://i1149.photobucket.com/albums/o583/Darkstarflashes/welcome_warm_zps78cc3a5c.png)
You guys are all awesome. I know Misti and I and all of our family (my siblings, cousins, etc. since they've all been reading these posts, too!) are overwhelmed by the love and support coming from all of you. We've all been talking and as soon as we can make it happen we all want to go to a show in Erik's honor. After I got home from the PC show, I was telling everyone how amazing the MMJ fans were and how it was the best concert I had ever been to. Even 3 feet from the stage, there was no crush, no pushing, just everyone together loving being there and listening to that music. It was truly amazing and now seeing the outpouring of support here just makes me realize that even more. Thanks, Ericm, for believing we were meant to have those tickets that night, I really think we were. I'm truly thankful that Erik got to see all three of those shows, one with me, one with Misti and all three with his best friend, Brendan. Thanks and love to all of you.
Marisa
It just makes my heart glow that Erik was able to see all three shows with you, Misti, and his best friend. No way that wasn't written in the stars, ya know.
Existsis, I'm glad that you got to see MMJ with your brother and that you will always have those memories with you where ever you go. My thoughts are with you.
I for sure am going to try and make whatever show the family chooses to attend in Erik's memory. THAT will be an outpouring of love, friendship, and good vibes I am sure!
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 12, 2013, 08:59 AM
I for sure am going to try and make whatever show the family chooses to attend in Erik's memory. THAT will be an outpouring of love, friendship, and good vibes I am sure!
Seconded.
Quote from: Taterbug on Jan 12, 2013, 09:28 AM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 12, 2013, 08:59 AM
I for sure am going to try and make whatever show the family chooses to attend in Erik's memory. THAT will be an outpouring of love, friendship, and good vibes I am sure!
Seconded.
Thirded.
Quote from: johnnYYac on Jan 12, 2013, 09:50 AM
Quote from: Taterbug on Jan 12, 2013, 09:28 AM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 12, 2013, 08:59 AM
I for sure am going to try and make whatever show the family chooses to attend in Erik's memory. THAT will be an outpouring of love, friendship, and good vibes I am sure!
Seconded.
Thirded.
Fourth'd
When I see all the love and support shown to Erik's family from people that knew him perhaps only tangentially or who didn't know him at all but just shared this special bond over this special band, and the reaction to that love and support by his loved ones, it gives me some comfort in knowing that whenever it is that I experience personal tragedy or loss this is a place that I can go to help keep my spirit intact. I think it just speaks to the caliber of people in this community. Thanks for all of you.
Im at the pool.....crying....like a baby. Everyone is staring.
That message from Jim is outta this world. There is just so much love and compasion amongst this forum, and to see that it reached the band and touched Jim enough for him to write. It's a mind-blowingly powerful statement about the music, the guys who make it, and the folks who enjoy listening to it.
Im still crying....
Misti and existsis, please accept my condolences at this most difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss. I never met Erik but enjoyed his posts here.
I'm glad that you both got to see MMJ with Erik in Port Chester. I was at the first 2 shows and they were memorable.
Quote from: CC Baxter on Jan 11, 2013, 03:01 PM
a message from jim:
Quotehello misti- so very sad to hear of erik's passing. obviously i did not know your husband, but i do know how very much our fans mean to us in being a part of what we do- because without the fans the circle is not complete, and quite frankly without people like erik we would not be able to do what we do or share what we share, and feel the circle completed with the beautiful exchange of love that goes on between listeners and musicians as music is played and shared. i send a big thank you to the heavens for the energy of erik that he shared with us, while he was here in this realm and on his journeys beyond. our hearts and best wishes go out to you and we send you much love and healing energy. -your pal jim james
this is great. just great. RIP Erik. My condolences Misti.
Such sad news. I'm so sorry for your loss Misti, Marisa and family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
So very sad reading this, sorry for you loss and all my love to you Misti, Marisa and family.
Very sad news indeed. My condolences to you both and the families. If there is a silver lining to this dark cloud, it was good that you both got to experience the band with Erik that brought him so much happiness.
Quote from: existsis on Jan 11, 2013, 07:08 PM
Hi everyone,
This is my first post on this thread or on the forum as a whole. I'm Erik's sister and I have been reading along with Misti all of these amazing posts from all of you, some of whom never met him in person. I am sitting here in tears, overwhelmed with all the love and support coming out of all of you. Erik was my older brother and always my music mentor from the time I started listening to my own music as an 11 year old. I have countless "mix tapes" and eventually cd's that he has made for me over the years. Needless to say, he introduced me to MMJ a few years ago and I, of course, fell in love. He's been trying to get me to a live show ever since. He finally succeeded in Port Chester. I'm sure I saw many of you there. We were right there with many of you in the line debacle Thursday night when none of us knew where to go and then we finally got in early, what a thrill. Erik kept telling me 90% of his excitement was having me there with him. (one of you mentioned that you knew he was trying to get a ticket for his sister, well that was me and I was there) I'm so thankful that I was there with him for that show. He kept pointing some of you out and saying I think that's so and so from the board, but I'm not sure. I'd say, say hi! We were just 2 people back from the stage close to Carl but towards the middle, were any of you near us Thursday? Ruckus, he spoke about you to me by name saying that you bonded over both being from Baltimore :) Thank you so much to everyone for all the beautiful things you've said about my brother. I can't express how much that means to all of us. There are 4 of us siblings and we're all so tight, losing him has felt like someone has torn off one of my limbs. I am absolutely floored and overwhelmed, like Misti, that Jim James left a message for her about Erik. What an amazing testament to what an incredible band MMJ is and how awesome the fans are. I agree with the sentiment...best band and fans EVER.
Hi,
I wanted to reach out and send my love and thoughts. I live in LA and am planning on meeting up with your sister in law when she returns to California. I was outside the Capital Theater with Ericm the Thursday night he handed over the tickets to your brother. I remember Erik's excitement and anticipation for the show, which we all know so well. It made me smile! I must have been around him at the Wiltern shows as well looking back :smiley: I was deeply touched by your sentiment and music mentoring in your brother. I too have older brothers and my oldest's music was my training ground, listening to his records as a child. I was able to bring him to the Boston NYE show and share with him this community, meeting many people on the board. His sentiments were he couldn't get over all the love, diversity and community we had here.
I am beyond sorry for your loss and know that Erik has his hands in connecting you to all of us. I am so happy you were able to share that night with him! It will forever be carried in your soul and his as well. Much love and healing to you and your family!
If you ever need anything never hesitate to reach out!
xo Jenn
Well tonight was rough. The days in general have been getting harder. Reality is settling in now. Tonight, I drove Erik's car for the first time since he passed. He of course had a MMJ cd playing. Even more touching, in the back seat were empty thermos containers, empty boxes of granola bars and empty boxes of Gatorade (the size boxes you get at costco). A few days before Xmas, Erik drove down to a section of Baltimore where homeless people often congregated. He went down on a cold day, gave out cups of hot coffee, granola bars, water, Gatorade and assorted snacks. That was just like him, giving to others during a season where most of us have more than we could ever need. We talked about the fact that he actually felt guilty feeling 'so good' about himself for doing it. He wanted it to be such a selfless act that he didn't want any benefit for his own part in it. For those that read my post, please keep Erik's spirit alive and give back to the homeless in some small way. he really wanted to dedicate the rest of his life to helping others and I will continue his legacy in that respect.
Love you, soulmate. May you be somewhere where love and music are surrounding you. Miss you with all my heart and soul.
Misti
That was a very touching story, Misti.
The more I hear about Erik, the more it's obvious what a selfless and incredible person he was.
Baltimore certainly has more than its share of poor and homeless and it was nice to hear that Erik was trying to do his part to ease the suffering.
My daughter who is still living with us just started a job as a counselor in inner city Baltimore schools (after finishing up school in LA - I understand that's a connection for you and Erik as well) so will also be helping some very needy people in that community.
Please feel free to post more stories about Erik here. I know I'm not the only one who wishes we knew Erik better and is deeply affected by your loss.
Exactyl, I really wish I had a chance to know Erik better. I love hearing stories about him.
i went through Erik's posts tonight, trying to gain more insight and wow, that guy knew his music, can't believe his love for Steely Dan and his knowledge of politics, books, etc.
his first post: 12/11 I think..
Hello All. I have 'lurked' here for years, but have been spurred to sign in to help get the number to 100. Silly, I know, but whatever, hopefully I can contribute to the forum in the future.
This will be my fourth MMJ show and my excitement level is building by the day. Previous shows included - Philly in 2008?, NYE at MSG in 2008 (on my 40th birthday, amazing!), and Outside Lands in SF last year.
I will be attending with a few friends, two of whom were at the NYE show in 2008 with me, and one who has never seen MMJ before (he's going to be blown away). Thanks to everyone who shares information here and hope everyone has a great night on Wednesday.
Quote from: Penny Lane on Jan 14, 2013, 10:00 PM
i went through Erik's posts tonight, trying to gain more insight and wow, that guy knew his music, can't believe his love for Steely Dan and his knowledge of politics, books, etc.
his first post: 12/11 I think..
Hello All. I have 'lurked' here for years, but have been spurred to sign in to help get the number to 100. Silly, I know, but whatever, hopefully I can contribute to the forum in the future.
This will be my fourth MMJ show and my excitement level is building by the day. Previous shows included - Philly in 2008?, NYE at MSG in 2008 (on my 40th birthday, amazing!), and Outside Lands in SF last year.
I will be attending with a few friends, two of whom were at the NYE show in 2008 with me, and one who has never seen MMJ before (he's going to be blown away). Thanks to everyone who shares information here and hope everyone has a great night on Wednesday.
I don't have the strength yet to read through all Erik's posts. But, yes, he sure did know his music and I'll miss all the talks we had about bands he discovered and, of course, the ones that always stayed close to his heart. Found his Roll Call hologram today and broke into tears. God, he loved MMJ. Thanks again to all of you for the comfort and support. I'm beyond fortunate to have met you all.
Best,
Misti
Was just reading through Erik "exist10z" posts. In between tears, found this one. It was a sincere thank you to all of you here:
Posted: Dec 19, 2012, 04:43 PM
"Thanks to the MMJ forum, I am now set! What great people here. I will be going to all three shows with my best and oldest friend (who luckily lives in NYC), bringing my sister Thursday night for her first Jacket show and my wife Saturday night for her first Jacket show. It doesn't get much better. Thanks again to all the forum members who helped to make this possible."
I miss him so much. Clearly he was as appreciative of all of you as I am now. Peace and Love to all of you.. Misti :kiss:
Thanks for finding that, Misty. I'm glad you've signed on, too. Just as your husband found out, this place is full of really cool and kind people. That's why Erik fit in so well. That's why you're here, too.
Quote from: johnnYYac on Jan 17, 2013, 11:21 PM
Thanks for finding that, Misty. I'm glad you've signed on, too. Just as your husband found out, this place is full of really cool and kind people. That's why Erik fit in so well. That's why you're here, too.
I've said it before and I can't say it enough.. you guys have been
such an amazing support to me.
I am forever grateful. You've treated me like family and the tributes to Erik have been so heartwarming.
Wish I knew all the real names behind the screen names on here (I've added many of you on FB but still not sure who-is-who on here). I know Erik definitely stayed in contact with many people through a fantasy football league here and still others through various ticket exchanges. This forum sure did mean a lot to him.. <3
Peace and Love to you all. xoxo
Misti, Deepest condolences on your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Quote from: markcel on Jan 28, 2013, 01:19 PM
Misti, Deepest condolences on your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you for the kind words. This has to be the greatest group of fans I've ever had the pleasure to meet. Peace, love, music to you.
Best,
Misti
Dear Misti,
I am very sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband. I do not think that I chatted with him on here, but I believe anyone who belongs to this forum is a true music fan and wonderful human being. May he rest with the Angels.
God's grace to you and yours...........
Patti
Quote from: pattilovesmmj on Feb 12, 2013, 09:40 AM
Dear Misti,
I am very sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband. I do not think that I chatted with him on here, but I believe anyone who belongs to this forum is a true music fan and wonderful human being. May he rest with the Angels.
God's grace to you and yours...........
Patti
Thank you, Patti. I appreciate the kind words and condolences. He loved this forum so much. The MMJ shows at the Wiltern and Port Chester really made his year. Gives me solace that he had such wonderful experiences before he passed away. :'(
I count my blessings every time I hear an MMJ song for the friends I have made through this band and the forum. Remember its always best to celebrate life over mourning death.
Thoughts, prayers, and hugs.
Quote from: JerseyDan on Feb 12, 2013, 12:14 PM
I count my blessings every time I hear an MMJ song for the friends I have made through this band and the forum. Remember its always best to celebrate life over mourning death.
Thoughts, prayers, and hugs.
Death affects everyone differently, and some people need to mourn before moving on. I don't agree that anything is "always" best for everyone. To each their own. All we can, and should do IMO,is be there for support if and when it's needed, and not project beliefs or tell people what's "best".
Misti.... I'm sure it will be difficult and very emotional, but I hope you get to a JJ show when he comes to your town.
From a William Blake poem:
Can I see another's woe,
And not be in sorrow too?
Can I see another's grief,
And not seek for kind relief?
I hope that we forum folks are helping you bear some of the unbearable burden of your grief and loss.
I hope too that you will find kind relief from your sorrow and that you will hold Erik in your heart always.
In loving memory of Erik (exist10z), I'm going to see Jim James in Hollywood tonight. Bittersweet.. he would have been so excited for this show. From Port Chester to LA, Erik will live on in my heart and the music. Miss you. ♫
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Quote from: Misti on May 11, 2013, 05:35 PM
In loving memory of Erik (exist10z), I'm going to see Jim James in Hollywood tonight.
Misti
Wishing you a
Wonderful experience at the show. I've been lucky enough to see 2 shows, the music is so spiritual and uplifting.
Here's to Erik :beer:!
Quote from: YimYodd on May 11, 2013, 05:47 PM
Quote from: Misti on May 11, 2013, 05:35 PM
In loving memory of Erik (exist10z), I'm going to see Jim James in Hollywood tonight.
Misti
Wishing you a Wonderful experience at the show. I've been lucky enough to see 2 shows, the music is so spiritual and uplifting.
Here's to Erik :beer:!
Thank you!! xoxo :beer:
More thoughts from here to you and Erik. Music and love, on and on.
Misti,
You will love Jim's show, I believe, and I'm sure Erik will appreciate you channeling it to him.
BTW, if you're still in the Baltimore area, it would be great to see you at the Merriweather show on July 23. PM me about pre-party details at my house still TBD.
Have a great time at the Hollywood show!
It was very nice to meet Misti tonight. She got to meet several board posters, and even a couple of lurkers that had met both myself and Erik at the Wiltern. She saw the WHOLE show dead center, second row behind people shorter than her, so it was like first row. A very cool video of the opening song will be posted on the Fonda Roll Call thread later.
Thanks, guys! It was great to meet some of you finally! This forum meant so much to Erik and you are such an amazing group of music fans. Some of the kindest, supportive and passionate music lovers I've been fortunate enough to meet. :)
Jim's eyes all night.. highlight of the show for me. lol! And the usual bear love.. we loved bears, too. Then, of course, the MUSIC! :drum: Felt really connected to Jim (I know sounds hokey) but felt a real sense of connection and peace there.
Thanks for all the love.
Peace, love, music..
Misti
Hey Misti,
Hope that you are hanging in there girl. I do think of you, and I'm glad that this forum is here for you and all the wonderful posts your husband wrote in the past. I think I told you before that I don't recall chatting with your husband, but I do remember reading some of his posts.
I believe that people who love music and bands - especially the way your husband did - and the way he wrote about his love for the band and music - well, that shows just how much of a beautiful person he was. And so, you have to be a beautiful person as well. I hope each day brings a little more peace to you and good memories of your husband.
God's grace to you and yours,
Patti
Hey all,
Just posted in Roll Call-Merriweather Post. This is Erik's sister, we're all (siblings, cousins) attending MPP on Sunday if any of you will be there! This will be bittersweet, but I can't wait for the show. #steamengineforerik
Quote from: existsis on Jul 24, 2015, 08:53 AM
Hey all,
Just posted in Roll Call-Merriweather Post. This is Erik's sister, we're all (siblings, cousins) attending MPP on Sunday if any of you will be there! This will be bittersweet, but I can't wait for the show. #steamengineforerik
I won't be there, but I wanted you to know I miss Erik's presence here on the Forum and appreciated his input here...especially his views on Jazz music. We'll be thinking about you all before, during, and after the MPP show.
Quote from: Mr. White on Jul 24, 2015, 09:02 AM
Quote from: existsis on Jul 24, 2015, 08:53 AM
Hey all,
Just posted in Roll Call-Merriweather Post. This is Erik's sister, we're all (siblings, cousins) attending MPP on Sunday if any of you will be there! This will be bittersweet, but I can't wait for the show. #steamengineforerik
I won't be there, but I wanted you to know I miss Erik's presence here on the Forum and appreciated his input here...especially his views on Jazz music. We'll be thinking about you all before, during, and after the MPP show.
Thanks so much. We miss him every day. We'll be missing Misti, who can't make it back for the show.
Quote from: existsis on Jul 24, 2015, 09:44 AM
Quote from: Mr. White on Jul 24, 2015, 09:02 AM
Quote from: existsis on Jul 24, 2015, 08:53 AM
Hey all,
Just posted in Roll Call-Merriweather Post. This is Erik's sister, we're all (siblings, cousins) attending MPP on Sunday if any of you will be there! This will be bittersweet, but I can't wait for the show. #steamengineforerik
I won't be there, but I wanted you to know I miss Erik's presence here on the Forum and appreciated his input here...especially his views on Jazz music. We'll be thinking about you all before, during, and after the MPP show.
Thanks so much. We miss him every day. We'll be missing Misti, who can't make it back for the show.
For Erik (exist10z) on what would have been his 50th birthday.
"Steam Engine" - Port Chester, New York 2012
Erik was loved by many . I'm not sure if I ever talked to him personally that I remember but he seemed like a real badass. I'm so sorry Misty! Please stick around here this place is really good for healing. I know the power of music especially My Morning Jacket can help to heal.
RIP Erik
Digging deep and hearing the stories. Misty wasn't Steam played for Erik at MPP 2015???
they did play Steam that night. I didn't know Erik personally but had seen his sister's posts here after his passing and it was really special knowing how much it must have meant to them in that moment. This guy definitely got a lil dusty.