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Last Updated: 12/6/2009

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Gender: Male
Status: Single
Age: 100
Sign: Gemini

City: No Sleep 'Til Glendale
State: California
Country: US
Signup Date: 2/21/2004

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Kittaan (2)
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Thursday, March 12, 2009 

Current mood:  numb
Category: Life
howdy good friends,

this is john Z, currently writing from an undisclosed location in the hills....
the news has been going around about what happened this past weekend here in my feeble little world, and there are lots of inquiries as to what's up.
so here is the info for anyone interested, in a nutshell...

first off, this whole ordeal is hands down the most severe situation that has ever happened to me, and should never have to happen to anyone, ever.
i'm so sorry to bring my bad news into the world...

after my band VOLTO! played last friday night @ the knitting factory in h-wood, i got back home to burbank around 3am and found that my house had burned down...there was some of my stuff(guitars, amps, albums, furniture, clothing, pedals, electronics, pictures, cds, keepsakes.​.​.​.​all sooted black, smoke-laden, wet, melted, broken, smashed, etc.) strewn all over the driveway, and the house was all boarded up and the entire area wreaked of that acrid smoky stench. it is totally insane, and i've been up for over 5 days straight.
on top of all the material loss...both of my very beloved doggy family, Pearly and Franny, passed away.
the firemen actually rescued them from the blaze which was discovered around 8pm(they were found hiding in the bathroom) and the emt's had them both on oxygen. the prognosis was supposedly looking good at the time.
a few hours after the fire was done(around 1am) when they were being treated at the animal emergency clinic in studio city, poor little Pearly passed away from the smoke inhalation.
Franny hung in there through saturday. i got to go see her in an oxygen tent and told her i loved her. she was breathing really hard and i know she wanted to jump into my arms, but i could only pet her and tell her to be strong.
she looked alright, although the doctors said that she had a 50-50 chance.
late saturday night i got the call that the little sweety just couldn't do it anymore because of the smoke and heat she endured....and she passed too.
it's just unbelievable. my life is pretty crushed right now.​.​.​.​devastated.​

i've been in a daze/shock since this has happened and i just started calling some of my awesome friends, who rallied and came over to the house on saturday and sunday to help with salvaging my stuff, and i can't even being to thank them enough for what they did.
my family back in texas has been wanting to come out and help me right now, but i told them everything will be alright, and because of everyone out here, eventually it shall.
these are all incredible people that i love very much.
i did salvage my computer and have it up and running, kinda.
and for the meantime i'm staying at a good friend's house.​.​.​.​that'​s how i'm writing this message and communicating online currently.
i obviously need to find a place to start over and live, and deal with LOTS of other things...but to be honest, i'm not really into addressing this whole process too well right now, it really sucks.
anyways, i apologize for bringing you my sad news, but i know a lot folks were wondering.
it's totally surreal...and i'm about the saddest i've ever been.

it's just makes me feel better knowing that friends and family care, that helps the most. this is the heaviest stuff ever...just out of control.
but with good friends like y'all to share with and vent my thoughts, i know i'm loved.
i'm so glad many people got to know the pups too...they were all so sweet and adorable. i'll miss them forever. it's just all so overwhelming and sad....i wouldn't wish any of this on my worst enemy. i can't even explain the feelings i have, on top of all the other stuff i have to deal with and figure out now.
if you do message or call, please be patient with me....you know i'll try my best to get back to you asap.

life is very fleeting and extremely fragile...
please tell the ones you love how you truly feel, as much as possible.
take nothing for granted....i know i never shall, especially from now on.

thanx for taking the time to read this, i really truly appreciate it.
take good care,

john Z
johnZguitar@​yahoo.​com
cell: 818-468-3433
8:39 PM
 
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b.r.a.n.d.o.n

 
Oh John Z, I'm so so sorry to hear about your loss. I know that you loved those pups like they were your children. This is the first I've heard of this and it is truly a sad day. If there is ANYTHING AT ALL that I can do for you don't hesitate to ask.

 
Posted by b.r.a.n.d.o.n on Thursday, March 12, 2009 - 9:28 PM
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the Sophia

 
Hang in there. It always helpful if you can let it out. Sorry that all I can do for you is listening. My thoughts are with you and quick recovery. Just think about your pups they were heck of good time with you while in this earth.

 
Posted by the Sophia on Thursday, March 12, 2009 - 9:47 PM
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Kittaan

 
So very sorry that you're going through this, John. I've never met you, but I've appreciated your music for a long time. People that I care about have told me what a great person you are. I just wanted to let you know that there are people you've never even met who are keeping you in their thoughts, and willing to help any way we can. I wish I could make it to your jam, and support you in person, but until then, as soon as I get the details on some kind of PayPal / donation link, I'll be sending some monetary assistance at least. As a pet owner, I really feel for you, and understand that connection you had with your buddies. Nobody should have to go through that. Hang in there man, you'll get through this.
-Steve
 
Posted by Kittaan on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 3:21 AM
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Vince Gutierrez

 
I am truly sorry to hear this. If there is anything I can do please ask! E-mail me and I'll give you my number.

 
Posted by Vince Gutierrez on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 3:22 AM
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Kenny Cordray

 
John I'm very sad for your loss.



Let me know if I can help in any way.






Kenny Cordray
 
Posted by Kenny Cordray on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 3:22 AM
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Lady Lavender
Shelley love

 
John so glad You are Alive and werent injured. Wish i could do something to help.. you are in my prayers to the Lord and prayers for the puppys too. Thanks for sharing what your going thru.. you are so positive! take care , Shelley
 
Posted by Lady Lavender on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 4:04 AM
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Drummer Dave

 
John!!! Bro!!! I'm soooo sorry to hear about this. I know the loss of a "pet", pet is more family than lots of people realize. If there is something I can do to help you out with anything just let me know. I know we have never actually met or anything, but this is just devastating. I know the pups are way more important than anything and I feel really sad for them.
My best wishes to you man, and really, if you need my help just let me know k?





Drummer Dave
 
Posted by Drummer Dave on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 5:12 AM
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Andrew Mamaliga

 
John-



I am sorry for your losses my brother. I am truly saddened by this news, and I just wanted to let you know you are in my positive thoughts.




It is nice to know that you are surrounded by family and friends that are helping you at this time. If you EVER need anything at all, don't hesitate to ask.




I am very saddened to hear about your dogs passing; I know they have a huge home in your heart.






-Andrew




 
Posted by Andrew Mamaliga on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 6:03 AM
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Edo

 
So sorry, John... This is truly terrible. My sinsere condolences for the loss of your dogs.

 
Posted by Edo on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 7:44 AM
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Ramiro
Ramiro Rodriguez

 
John,

So sorry about your beloved dogs passing and your home burning down.


Sending good thoughts your way.


Ramiro
 
Posted by Ramiro on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 3:57 PM
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Sam

 
My deepest sympathies John. Be strong. All will be ok in the end. Hang in there until then.

 
Posted by Sam on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 5:31 PM
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Ed

 
Z...so sorry to hear this...let me know if I can help. Like I can always get you a Flexi-50 if you need a gigging amp.


I'm so sorry about your babies.

 
Posted by Ed on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 10:17 PM
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*

 
Wow, John, what a terrible situation. I don't even know what to say because nothing said can make you feel better about such a huge loss. I am so sorry you have to experience such a horrific thing, and I am so sorry for the loss of your darling doggies. Please know that you are in my thoughts.



xo


Connie



 
Posted by * on Saturday, March 14, 2009 - 9:31 PM
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Brian

 
John, this is terrible! I never got to meet Franny, but Pearly was always the coolest.




If you need anything, just hollar.

 
Posted by Brian on Saturday, March 14, 2009 - 9:59 PM
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Jose Luis Campos Chocs

 
hey john here my number bro. 310 654 7529 cell anything you need brotha anything just feel free to call me, you are an amazing guitar player and I can feel your good energy just with the little I see you at the baked potato, you're gone get all right sooner than you can think.




see u on monday.




chocs drummer!!
 
Posted by Jose Luis Campos Chocs on Monday, March 16, 2009 - 5:28 AM
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diesel machine

 
hang in there brother, im sure its a hell of a thing to deal with, but you can bounce back. im friends with pat lachman, i was paralyzed in a motorcycle accident in 02, been in a wheelchair since. totally fucked, but life moves on, and so will we, keep your chin up...rich...
 
Posted by diesel machine on Monday, March 16, 2009 - 7:54 PM
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Tainted Love
Gwynne Biuso

 
Youa re still in my thoughts..I was in tears reading this..i definately agree with you about how precious our lives are..You hang in there.
Much Love from the westside


Gwynne
 
Posted by Tainted Love on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 - 8:46 PM
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Yolanda and the Stolen Boys

 
Hi John, I have been thinking of you out of the blue and i jumped on myspace (first time since Jan) for some reason i clicked on your page. i was about to comment and say Hi when i saw the headings of your blogs. Oh my god! i am blown away. I am in tears for the loss of your dogs. I cant imagine the loss of everything, especially sentimental stuff.


My thoughts are with you.


Yolanda from Oz.

 
Posted by Yolanda and the Stolen Boys on Friday, April 10, 2009 - 5:10 PM
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