There are things that I know, but always forget, only to be reminded on days like today, with the passing of Prince:

1. Go to as many concerts as you can.
2. Make musical memories with your friends.
3. If you are lucky enough to have friends in bands, go and see their shows.

The past few years have been filled with so many damn reminders about how short, unpredictable, and fragile life really is.

So, when your friend offers you a ticket to see a band you both like, just go. (The opportunity might not come again, with the friend or the band). And if your other friend’s band is playing on a Tuesday night and you have an early meeting the next morning, go and see them play anyway.

And finally — find your people. Find those with whom you share common ground, common joy, common sorrow. And if that means closing your office door and listening to Prince tributes on KEXP all day on your headphones — well dammit, that’s OK.