O Captain, My Captain

My doctoral advisor, mentor, and friend was in a fatal bike accident a couple of days ago. I will miss him deeply: his open heart, his great listening and questioning, his faith in me, his generosity and curiosity and warmth. He was a dear man, a gem. 

Thank you, Fred.  I couldn't have asked for a better guide through academics, psychology (and life). It's not going to be the same without you.  I kind of don't want to do it anymore if you're not going to be there, too.

If your actions inspire others to dream more,
learn more,
do more and
become more,
you are a leader.
~John Quincy Adams

(p.s. Picture and quote borrowed from friends who also studied with Fred. He leaves many many people better for knowing him.) 

Comments

[ellen patton]

That's so tragic and sad.

[Jenny]

Oh so sad. I'm sorry.
XO

[allysha]

I was so sorry for you when I read about this. He appears to be an amazing man.

[Emily]

Oh my-- I send you my condolences! This is so very sad.

[Chiska]

I just want to give you a hug. I know there's some electronic way to do that, but I don't know what it is and somehow it's just not the same.

[Melissa]

Annie - you've captured him perfectly here. I share in so much of what you've said especially the uncertainty of how to proceed without him. Let's talk soon.

[Rochelle]

Oh, that's so devastating and sad. I'm so sorry, Annie!!!

[andrea]

remarkable to shed tears for someone you don't even know. this is sad, for many people i'm sure.

[Kimberly]

What a tragic loss. I'm so sorry- that will be hard to move forward without him!

[Christie]

So, so sorry, my friend. That is so sad.

[Carolyn/Ma]

Annie, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mentor and friend. They are such great gifts in our lives, people who inspire us because they believe in the best in us. This makes me think of the people who have been my guides and my cheerer-on-ers.