Up until now I haven't lost any good friends,family yes,but close friends no,but let me say that it hurts and burns my heart just as bad because in my eyes Andrew was as close to me as my family.Anytime i went to a show we would always look for each other,ask the same people if they had seen one another,now my "hunting" partner is gone.I knew I could expect to see his smiling face and as corny as it sounds I NEVER knew nor will I ever meet anyone who could lite up a room how Andrew did. The minute he walked in people began to talk and laugh,everything seemed to come to life,his company was unmatchable. Always a ladies man,and never a lady killer;that was Andrew..at least in my eyes ;)  A gentleman through and through,I even remember him holding my hair more than once when I had had too much to drink,not something that I should be particularly proud of,but it just goes to show you that he genuinely cared about others. My fondest memory is driving down Beach Blvd. listening to the Sharks and shooting the shit,I felt at ease with him and knew there was a trust there that was pure and honest.

Andrew may be gone,but he touched my heart and so many others that we will never forget him,he reminded all of us why it is better to laugh and be happy instead of being down...So now that my body has rid itself of the flu,tonite I will drink one,two,hell maybe even three Newcastle's at a time in his honor.

RIP My lil drummer Man,Love you always,and I'll never forget ya.
xx