Around the anniversary of 9/11, I always think of my Uncle Jock who died in October of that same year of a blood disease. The two tragic events are linked in my mind, and so it’s at this time of year that I miss Jock the most. Jock was known best to his family for his kindness and humor and his joy of life. To the wider world, Jock was best known as the 24 year old kid who financed the 1969 Woodstock Music festival. In the book he wrote about his Woodstock experience, I’ve always had a favorite scene, because it includes my grandfather Alfred and my father Billy. This year, I realized for the first time that I am now the same age as Alfred was at the time of Woodstock. So, in the context of that scene, it is now Alfred who I relate to the most.
One of my favorite scenes from the book too! When I think about that time, what strikes me the most is the family commitment to pay the debts. In today’s world, I would guess that declaring bankruptcy would be the norm.
You’ve got some amazing family stories!
One of my favorite scenes from the book too! When I think about that time, what strikes me the most is the family commitment to pay the debts. In today’s world, I would guess that declaring bankruptcy would be the norm.
* the company declaring bankruptcy, I mean.
Agreed,!