What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?

We wake up, get work, go back home and rinse and repeat – or at least it feels that way sometimes. In truth, there are a million moments in between where we interact with others and we can’t help but wonder what folks will think about us once we aren’t showing up, perhaps once we are gone. Some very thoughtful members of the community share their thoughts on this with us below.

Steve Baca

I hope they tell my kids that I mattered. That I impacted their lives in some way. That I showed up with integrity, honor, and kindness. I hope they understand that being kind doesn’t mean you can’t be strong… and it definitely doesn’t mean you can’t kick ass when you need to. I hope the lessons I taught don’t end with me. Read more>>

Dana Mason

I would hope that people would remember me for being genuinely kind and a supportive friend. I would want them to remember how I made them feel and that my energy, love and support came from my heart with no strings attached. Read more>>

Damien Curry

The story is simple – music is the Creators universal healing elixir. It’s the universal language that was meant to connect us on a soul’ular [sic] level. If you take a few minutes to reflect, music is likely tied to some of our best life memories. Humans are designed for community & fellowship and music has always been the great connector. Read more>>

Terri Ross

I hope they say that I showed up—fully, fiercely, and with intention. That I was devoted and loyal to the people I love, that I’ve served, and that I never forgot where I came from, even as I rose in an industry where women weren’t always invited to lead. Read more>>