The Day the Music Died.....

There has been a death in my family; my little black iPod has died. She went to sleep on her charger last night and would not wake up for our morning walk today. I have taken her to the Genius Bar where they are performing emergency surgery in an attempt to resuscitate her. Today was an eerie day in that my trusty sidekick was not there to provide the soundtrack to my life. I usually have her play a little “Uptown” by Prince as I head up to work; I switch to some “Crazy Bitch” by Buckcherry when I pass the lunatic on the corner with arms flailing about; and she puts me to bed at night with a little bit of “Lullaby” by Billy Joel. My life is much like an ever changing music video with the help of my good friend – she will be missed.

As I meandered through the streets of Logan today, I could not escape the honking horns, the passing sirens, and the screaming voices begging for change. I miss my dear friend already….

Update: I went over to the Genius Bar during visiting hours today to check on my helpless little friend; she is stable and should make a full recovery according to the doctors. They let me take her home, but I was instructed to be gentle - no dropping her anymore (that could be tough though). As we left the Apple Store she began to play "I Can't Hate You Anymore" by Nick Lachey - at least I know that she doesn't hold a grudge. Things were definitely getting back on track when she belted out "Dude Looks Like a Lady" by Aerosmith as we passed a drag queen in Dupont. It is so good to have my old friend back. :)