There are many things one could write about a life as awesome as David Bowie's. For many, of course, it will be about the music, and its effect on their lives. I, personally, have always enjoyed Bowie's music, but I've never been a "fan". I mean, I sing along when "Major Tom" comes on the radio. I always loved Ziggy Stardust, and the stories he was able to tell. So, yes, I liked his music. A lot.
But what really resonates with me, as I think about his death, is this: as the man was dying of cancer, he put out an album. He recorded and released a music video the week before his death. Yes, that's right, that means that, knowing he was going to pass soon, and having literally only days to live, he went to work.
How many of us could say that's what we would do with our last few days on this earth? Would you go to work if you were going to die of cancer next week? Do you love what you do enough that's what you want to spend your time doing, even if it is quite literally your last day?
I just think that's really inspirational. I will admit to not being there in life. But that's where I want to go.
Thanks for going to work, David. You did a great job.
