Tomorrow marks the second anniversary of MeZine founder, Rick Crawford’s, sudden death. In memoriam, I’m going to keep this thread open all weekend. It’s a tough anniversary, not just for his family, but for all his many friends as well. This is your space to remember him through stories, jokes, poetry, rage, [...]

The first person I loved who died, who wasn’t really old, was my Aunt Susie. She, like Rick, was brilliant and an amazing writer. I’m not much for poetry, but I found this on her website and I wanted to share it with you:
In My Next Life I Will Be
I think in my [...]

One of the things I love most is to hear other people’s stories about Rick. It is so cathartic for me. I’d like to dedicate some MeZine space to your memories of Rick. No matter how big or small or funny or stupid, I’d love for you to share the memory [...]

Today, September 16th 2005, would have been Rick’s 36th birthday. It still seems so unreal that he isn’t here to celebrate it with us.
A month after Rick died, I got a posthumous birthday present from him. It was the latest Harry Potter book. In it was a card that said simply:
Now you’re [...]

This Saturday, August 13th, a bunch of talented local bands are getting together for a tribute concert to honor the life and songs of Rick Crawford. Proceeds will go to a college fund set up in Rick’s daughter, Edie’s name.

If you are unable to make it, but would still like to donate, you can [...]