In 1994, my childhood best friend and I memorized every word on the Siamese Dream album in anticipation of watching SP at Lollapalooza.   It was one of the best times of my life.  I was jealous of Heather when she was able to get James’ autograph on her ticket stub while waiting for an amusement ride.  

We devoured Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness when it was released.   The video for Tonight, Tonight mesmerized us. 

In 1997, Heather passed unexpectedly. Placed by her family in the casket…her Melon Collie and the Infinite Sadness album.   That image is forever burned into my brain.

I will never forget the times we spent sitting and listening and memorizing and laughing.  Heather’s still listening with me even now, just on another plane.