Joe Murphy of podcasting fame (Kick-ass Mystic Ninjas, Wingin’ It, etc.) passed yesterday. I never met the gentleman, but I was a big fan of his work, and I went through a similar sort of exploratory surgery.  I felt a certain kinship to him in what he was going through last fall and winter, as I was going through much of the same thing. Needless to say this has shaken me to the core.

I can think of no more touching tribute than this.

There but for the Grace of God, go I…Joe, I’m sorry thatyou weren’t as lucky as I was, but I’m so happy that you’re out of the pain and struggle now.

And, Ladies and Gentlemen, there is a memorial fund here.