Goodbye, Mr. Rogers

Faithful readers, I hate to be the bearer of sad news, but Fred Rogers, known to us all as just Mr. Rogers, passed away this morning at the age of 74.

We should mourn his death, but likewise, we should celebrate his life. Mr. Rogers taught us that each of us is special, not for our posessions, but for who we are and how we live our lives. He taught us that kindness is important above all, and that everyone, no matter who they are, deserves to be treated with respect. Mr. Rogers is the one person whom no member of my cynical generation has ever doubted or mocked. He built a neighborhood in which each of us feel like we belong, where we're going to be just fine.

Thank you, neighbor. Thank you for everything.