Jerry Reid:  

, worked as sports writer and city desk intern for Richmond T-D for a number of years, starting in 1961 as a friday night score recorder at the downtown office, and rode the bus from Stop 9, on The Pike! Susan was with Thalhimer's for 24 years after graduating from VCU with a BFA. You all know the sad story of that wonderful company disappearing. This was all made possible by my wife Susan, sister Nancy Barrett, my deceased parents and the teachers and administrators who saw what I couldn't... my ability and talent going to waste. My philosophy is complicated in some areas, but ultimately crystal clear in this one: It is impossible to be or do everything you desire, but deliciously attainable to chase any reasonable goal. That's where I am, and it is never, ever too late to seize the day and chase away the doubts that keep you from accomplishment. Always remember that you must be many things in your life before you become anything at all. I have become the man I always wanted to be . . . what will your final story tell the world? My best wishes to all of you, and may your days be filled with new revelations about what you are, can be, and mean to others you have touched. We have lived long, meaningful lives, and I am sure our trees of life will always bear fruit if you cultivate your mind, heart and soul (this is where I say "Goodbye, and thanks for all the Fish!" Courtesy of the late Douglas Adams). Jerry Meadows Reid University of Virginia Class of 2014--GRADUATED with Distinction, 3.52 GPA Jefferson Literary and Debating Society Chi Phi Alpha Fraternity University Judiciary Committee Two Intramural football championships The Jefferson Journal, published poetry and fiction, Spring 2014 issue Best forever to all of you wonderful people!!!!