I had the brief honor of aquainting myself with Patrick last summer. In the short time I got to know him, he managed to inspire me. There are certain people in this world who you know have fewer enemies than anyone else. I can't imagine him having any. Patrick was a remarkable human being, and humble. For that I believe he will go to a better place. For those who know him, not much can be said to live up to his amazing character. I will pray for his family in Argentina, likewise for his friends and the community in Armenia who are also losing a great human being.

It's hard to talk or think of anything else, but there are people who believe that good things happen after bad things, and likewise the other way around. The day Patrick passed away, I was at a wedding for a great friend of mine, and the groom, an old roommate. Weddings hold little meaning these days, but this one stood above others. It truly was a union meant to be. It brought together our circle of friends from decades of history and the celebration was spectacular. 300 close friends and family attended, but this crowd was no average crowd. We were all friends and arrived early to get good seats. The bride, Sarine (Gregorian) Adishian, was glowing with beauty. Her groom, Aram Adishian, eyes lit up with love. I truly believe that life balances out in the end. I am sure that this is one of God's ways.