Fred

Tonight we're going to see Fred Eaglesmith play at Eddie's Attic.  Fred was one of Lisa's favorite artists and Lisa, Lori, Kristen and I (the bad girls) have made many a road trip to watch him play.  This was actually how the four of us became so close.  We shared a mutual love of music and traveling...and what better way to combine the two than to road trip to see a good show.  We especially loved seeing Fred because his shows were always so fun & high energy.  Plus, Fred is hilarious and always puts on a good show. And of course there is the fact that he loves us. ;)  He affectionately calls us "The Georgia Girls" and always has time to sit down and share a drink with us before his shows.

Our love for Fred went up several notches during Lisa's battle with Leukemia.  He and Lisa always had a unique bond and he proved to be strong enough to be a true friend even when things were rough.  Who knew our country-rock, good ole Canadian would be talking Lisa through treatments and be so willing to support?  Lisa once said to me after a phone call with Fred, "Laurie, I think this is why we met him."  Wow.

So, tonight we're going to see Fred play.  The first year after you lose someone close to you is full of firsts...first holidays, first birthdays.  This will be the first time seeing Fred...and the significance is not lost.  It's also the first time we've seen Fred since his dear bandmate Willie P. passed away earlier this year.  Lisa, we know the music you and Willie P. are hearing cannot compare to anything we've ever heard.  That won't stop us from wishing ya'll were here...and feeling that things just aren't right when you're not.  

I know Lisa's spirit will be there.  I will picture her rolling her eyes when Fred says something silly...and smiling that perfect smile when he plays "Water in the Fuel."  You will be so missed tonight, Lisa.  We'll give Fred a big hug for ya.