One year without Jimmy Buffett

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Musical legend Jimmy Buffett passed away from cancer one year ago. I remember hearing the news and thinking that would be the absolute worst thing that would happen during that Labor Day weekend. (boy was I wrong) I have been a Buffett fan and Parrothead for as long as I can remember. I saw him in concert probably 15 times at least. I couldn't even tell you which of his songs is my favorite because there are so many great ones. I *can* tell you which ones I could live the rest of my life without ever hearing again: Margaritaville, Cheeseburger in Paradise, Fins, etc. JB was not an amazing musician but he was an incredible songwriter and his joy and enthusiasm were infectious. He was an avid pilot. (look up the back story on his song "Jamaica Mistaica" ) He also was an incredible businessman who was involved in everything from casinos to restaurants to retirement communities. He was 76 when he passed away and I can say with certainty that he definitely was not ready to go. He had too much more living to do. We miss you Jimmy.