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Strictly for Pete
I think some of my fondest memories in life consisted of my years at Mullen Hall, Morse Pond and Lawrence School. Alcohol and drugs weren’t even a thought and innocence still prevailed. One of my best friends during that time was Peter Hurd. Anyone who had the pleasure of knowing Pete loved his bright smile and infectious laugh.
Now, driving around Falmouth as an “adult,” I often think about the miles Pete and I put on our ten speed bikes, riding freely around town as kids. Our route was pretty basic. Usually, we would stop off at Smitty’s Variety Store and stock up on penny candy before heading to Ryan Family Amusement to spend our loose change on Karate Champ and Rampage. And if the weather didn’t permit bike riding, we would hunker down at Morgan’s, Goldman’s or Simpson’s house for a day of movies that always included either Fletch, Caddyshack, Jaws, Porky’s and Revenge of the Nerds.
After Lawrence School, Peter attended St. Georges in Newport and I didn’t see him as much. I regret that a lot because a short time later he died, along with another friend. It was the loss of these two boys that inspired The Running Waves. Fortunately, I still have great memories of both of them that will last a lifetime. Today, May 23rd, Peter would have turned thirty five. Wherever you are I hope you’re smiling and laughing. This song is for you, my friend. Happy Birthday.
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Love,
Your buddy
Now, driving around Falmouth as an “adult,” I often think about the miles Pete and I put on our ten speed bikes, riding freely around town as kids. Our route was pretty basic. Usually, we would stop off at Smitty’s Variety Store and stock up on penny candy before heading to Ryan Family Amusement to spend our loose change on Karate Champ and Rampage. And if the weather didn’t permit bike riding, we would hunker down at Morgan’s, Goldman’s or Simpson’s house for a day of movies that always included either Fletch, Caddyshack, Jaws, Porky’s and Revenge of the Nerds.
After Lawrence School, Peter attended St. Georges in Newport and I didn’t see him as much. I regret that a lot because a short time later he died, along with another friend. It was the loss of these two boys that inspired The Running Waves. Fortunately, I still have great memories of both of them that will last a lifetime. Today, May 23rd, Peter would have turned thirty five. Wherever you are I hope you’re smiling and laughing. This song is for you, my friend. Happy Birthday.
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Love,
Your buddy
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