I wanted to add my voice to the chorus. I didn't know him, but through his writing, felt I did, enough to love him. Clearly he's impressive, in being a friend, being thoughtfull of others more then himself, living with passion, being above in wit and smarts. He's rare. He made my life better, the way great art enriches. Thank you Greg. Your brightness reached and influenced even those you didn't know, like me. ....
His voice lives on. Greg Muskewitz: 12/28/1981 - 4/22/2005
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Many Thanks To All of You | ||
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Posts: 17 (05/06/05 17:07:47) |
I wanted to thank each and every one of your for your kind words of sympathy and condolences.
Greg led a wonderful life and had numerous friends all over the world and we never knew its extent. He was well loved by all. One thing he taught us all was to overcome our hardships and to live each day to its fullest as we don't know how long we have here on this great planet. Live with a smile on your face. As the old saying goes (and it may not be accurate)...what is the longest word in the english language...smile...because there is a mile in its name... When the cell phone rang at 5:15 a.m. on 4/22/05, I knew whose voice would be on the other end, and what those next words would be...it was my brother telling me...my nephew..his son...had passed on...one can never be prepared to hear those words. But reading these posts has brought us comfort. |
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Posts: 7201 (05/07/05 01:41:39) Namaste (Admin) |
thank you SO much for sharing that with us
greglvr!!!!!!  you're right, he did such an amazing demonstration of overcoming hardships. i am so very pleased that the posts here have brought people comfort. your posts have brought us comfort too! it is a circle of comforting and love for greg. he shall NOT be forgotten. love, floothe  |
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Posts: 1748 (08/18/05 00:26:28) The Queen |
Hello Greg!
If your reading this forum in heaven, "The Queen Miami" has returned to make you laugh. I miss ya babe, *muah* (your guardian angel) MiamiDescribe ME in one word "inimitable"--- Peg leg Greg
Favorite AQMB member "You Ms. Miami" ----- Twig How is it everyone your like has Huge boobs? --- Twig I love her lil butt ---- ORIONSAINT Describe ME in one word "Powerful" --- Darth Torgo "I think the world of you Miami"----- Natman Can you change Angels username to Blonde & Beautiful --- Gooseman Can you change my username to Mini Miami ---- Nat Ah Lee |
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Posts: 3010 (08/21/05 00:48:34) A work in progress |
Saw Angels post and was going through this thread again, and I remembered something that I hadnt realized when Greg had passed away.
I never really got the chance to get too close to Greg; the first time I messaged him was when Id read (I was one of the lucky few who had managed to stumble onto his LiveJournal account) about his Cancer returning and was stunned to hear the news. And, in what mustve been classic Greg style, he replied to my message by saying that he was actually thinking of getting in touch with me, as I hadnt posted on the board after the Tsunami had hit and he was worried that something mightve happened. I guess those of you who knew Greg better than me probably know how it feels to have someone like that care for you, even if you dont know them very well. Anyway, when I was watching Dog Day Afternoon yesterday I got so engrossed in it that my mind eventually ventured towards himthis has happened before, most recently after Id seen Woody Allens performance in Anything Else, and knowing no one couldve appreciated it more than meexcept maybe for Greg (even if he wasnt an Allen fan Im sure he wouldve noticed the improvement in his quality of work). And now whenever I see something thats really good, or has the potential of being really good, I cant help but feel the presence of his eternal optimism in my own critiques. MAY ALL YOUR UPS AND DOWNS BE UNDER THE SHEETS
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Posts: 1113 (09/06/05 19:08:41) the forever enigma |
I miss him. A lot.
Can't stop the spirits when they need you
Mop tops are happy when they feed you J. butterfly is in the treetop Birds that blow the meaning into bebop |
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Posts: 7201 (12/17/05 04:24:18) Namaste (Admin) |
understandable, dee.
 lately i've started catching gilmore girls which if someone reading currently doesn't already know, greg was a HUGE fan of the show and was able to be in a scene in an episode. what a cute show this is. smart and funny it is. i can see why greg was such a fan or at least i think i can see why greg was such a fan. both of the ladies are cute too. the younger one could be a friend's who i don't see all that often younger sister. it's really strange to me. it's the eyes. he has the same eyes and a similar basic face structure. i always think of greg while watching it. i like to think he's watching it with me. everytime they're in that restaurant i see him sitting there. |
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Posts: 3 (12/28/05 13:51:31) |
Happy 24th Birthday Greg, wherever you are. We all miss you very much.
Love, Andi |
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Posts: 25 (12/28/05 20:50:12) |
I have wanted to post here for quite some time, but just have not been able to. Today I have to, because today is Gregs birthday. First I want to take a moment to thank all of you for all the kind words and thoughts you have all shared. They mean a lot to me. You see, I am Gregs mom and I miss him so much. Today, or whenever it is that you see this post, I would like to ask all of you to remember something you shared with Greg. Remember a funny story, a movie, a conversation or a kindness that was shared between you and him. If you feel you can, share it with us. I would love to read it. That will help bring good memories and thoughts to a day that should be filled with them. I hope Greg knows how much he is loved and remembered. I think he does.
With Love, Diane |
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Posts: 2 (12/29/05 00:26:12) |
This is a message from Paul and Geeta. We wanted to share some memories of Greg on this special day.
Friends of ours introduced us to Greg in summer 2004 because we were looking for a housesitter. They brought him over one evening and, to our surprise, Greg spent the entire evening at our house and barely said a word. He seemed so incredibly shy! We couldnt believe this was the same person who interviewed famous directors and actors. Of course, as we got to know him better we found out just how outgoing and entertaining he could be. Greg stayed at our house two times and looked after our cat, Jackson. We felt fortunate just to have someone who would feed and maybe give some attention to Jackson. When we returned from our first trip we discovered that Greg was no ordinary catsitter. He told us that he and Jackson talked often. We thought he was kidding. Then he showed us what he meant. Greg would meow, and Jackson would imitate him. Then Greg would meow differently, and again Jackson would copy him. It was amazing. Another funny thing Greg said that Jackson loved his prosthetic leg. Jackson would rub and rub against it and start purring and rolling around. We knew that Greg was a bit self-conscious about his new prosthetic leg, and Jacksons feline inhibition seemed to amuse him a lotperhaps lightening his mood about the situation. More than anything we both feel lucky to have known Greg, even if just for the last year of his life. His willingness to help us out with our needs during that period in his life pretty much tells anyone what they need to know about Greg as a person. We think about him a lot, and especially remember his warmth and humor today. With love, Paul, Geeta and Jackson |
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Posts: 7201 (12/29/05 04:43:16) Namaste (Admin) |
HAPPY BIRTHDAY GREGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
there's 24 exclamation marks for you.  stinkypuffs. i'm a handful of hours late. hello and thank you for your presence and words and stories andicat and diane and paul and geeta and jackson! i bet greg(his spirit/his essence/his soul) is in a different dimension perhaps putting himself into lifelike recreations of movies he loved. that'd be neat. |
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Posts: 1113 (12/29/05 13:35:07) the forever enigma |
One of my favorite memories of Greg is the night he called me and he was (literally) squealing with joy about his upcoming trip to the set of Gilmore Girls. I think I cried that night, I was so happy for him. He always got so excited about things; he was a very enthusiastic person -- a trait we always shared -- and this is a classic memory of Greg that stays with me to this day.
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My dear Greg,
Happy 24th Birthday! Not a minute went by today when I wanted to reach for the phone to call you and wish you a "Happy Birthday" and to see how you are...but its all make believe; but it feels so real. You're not here. I know you can hear my voice. I know you are looking down and smiling on us. "Bionic" Grandma Ermy misses you terribly and has said an entire rosary today for your birthday! I know your dad misses you too, and since he's not feeling all that well, please watch over him. You have been remembered in the Missionary Oblates Christmas Novena Masses which runs from Christmas day thru January 1st and I made sure they also said a special Mass today for your birthday. I can just imagine how your mom and sisters miss you terribly, especially today. You had been so close with them all. I can feel their emptiness...its a dull ache that slowly subsides...but thanks to all those memories and laughter...can carry all of us through. Miss you much...all my love...Aunt Jeanne p.s. I can't seem to nagavite this site - you were a wiz at that...lol...so this is where the post should have been, but I don't mind if there's a separate one and now I copied and pasted this here too! Oh yeah, I know Greg had a way with animals (just as he did with people). Our Squeaky misses him and his sneakers too! One would never realize this "quiet and shy" boy (man) could be as outgoing, sincere and full of so much fun. My favorite memories are his running and twirling around on the beach and swimming both in CA and in NY. He never seemed to have a fear of anything. What I missed the most was those in between years from about age 10 to about 21 when Greg was growing up on his own and wasn't much on traveling between to the two coasts to visit. Those are the years I truly wanted to be there for him and seems to have failed and when he did come for a year - well I wont mention more on that...but I could have done better.... |
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Posts: 25 (01/09/06 16:14:13) |
Hi Paul, Geeta and Jackson,
Thank you so much for sharing this memory. Greg really enjoyed spending time with Jackson and keeping an eye on your house. I remember he told us that when he let Jackson out and it was time for him to come back in, all he had to do was go outside and meow to him and he would hear Greg and come back in. He was very happy to help and be there for you and Jackson. Greg really treasured your trust and your friendship. He often spoke very fondly of you. I remember he was concerned about you when the Tsunami took place because that was one of the times that you were out of town. I believe he said that he found out that you in a different area from where it hit. He was very happy to hear from you and know that you were okay. Your kind words and story warmed my heart. It means a lot to me to know that people remember Greg and think of him often. I know that is something that he was worried about. He was afraid that he would be forgotten. I look to this site from time to time to see if anyone has written anything new and it truly is great to read posts like yours. Please let us know if you need a catsitter and or housesitter anytime in the future. Greg's sisters and I would gladly be there for you. Thanks again for all your kindness. With Love, Diane |
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Greg...jesus. I've been away too...
No, I have nothing to say...and yet I'm crying. What is this emotion? Was Nietzsche right? Is a a degree of forgetfullness necessary for happiness? In any case, I am content to be sad at this moment...god it's good remember. |
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Posts: 5265 (04/30/06 10:01:33) iceskater |
Thank you all so much for the beautiful words, thoughts, memories, and emotions expressed here on Greg's Online Memorial thread, now one year old.
I know many of you have spent the last two weeks or more thinking about Greg, and remembering all the good times we shared together. It makes me cry to read it, but it makes me feel better, too. The first anniversary of Greg's passing was last Saturday, April 22, 2006. His family scattered his ashes at Pacific Beach.  In honor of the anniversary, people visiting the Natalie Portman AQMB Forum saw the lovely picture of Greg with the "Gilmore Girls" cast, in place of a Natalie Portman banner. Other websites remembering Greg were NataliePortman.org and NataliePortman.com. Also, Greg's mom started a "Remember Greg" thread here at AQMB; please read the many nice messages posted from Greg's friends and family. Here is the opening post by Greg's mom: Quote:  |
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Posts: 7201 (05/15/06 02:58:47) Namaste (Admin) |
my band created a song around the same time that greg passed away and it made me think of him because of the emotion the notes inspired me to feel. i asked the band if we could have the song be about greg. they said yes.
the song was originally very long but then people wanted to split into two songs both named "goodbye for now pegleggreg" part 1 or 2. i voted for it to stay one long song but i and another member were outvoted. but other parts to the two songs emerged which i liked. it took me a very long time to come up with words. i'm not sure if these lyrics do greg justice but i tried. i'll be recording the vocals for the recording in a few days. for you greg, i love you. goodbye for now pegleggreg my friend----- you wrote your script too short---- this time your character's just not on screen long enough------ it feels-----to us it's just that we all wanted to see more but what------- you gave us all----- was the art called your life such a gift we never will forget i know---- your soul still IS------ but you left---- too soon---- goodbye for now peg leg greg somewhere---- you're cancerless we will meet again, there UPDATE: a few more lines were added. the song has been recorded. it just needs to be mastered(tweaked). it was hard to sing. |
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Posts: 25 (05/15/06 12:20:24) |
Wow! This is so touching. It seems like a Mother's Day gift! I am sitting here at work crying. Thank you so much for keeping Greg's memory alive in a song. It warms my heart to know that he touched so many people. I miss him so much.
 Please let me know how I can get a few copies once it is all done. |
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Posts: 7201 (05/16/06 03:59:42) Namaste (Admin) |
i'm honored you feel that way, greg's mom.
it just felt so appropriate given what was going on when the song was being created over a year ago to have it pay homage to greg. it's a song in the musical style of space rock. the first part begins with a pretty and uplifting guitar part and all the other instruments gradually introduce themselves as both sets of drums peek in and then crescendo it and really get it going(representing how wonderful/beautiful he is in so many regards) then everything calms down and the vocals start. maybe it's a pretty vocal melody. at the end of the vocals, the song pauses and switches styles with the drums more lively with some sort of tension(respresenting the hardship he went through physically and mentally and emotionally) and then that part calms down(representing his acceptance and impressive mature attitude towards the cancer and his life). all the instruments gradually, gently go out. it will be at the least a few weeks before it's done. i need to record the vocals and then it has to be mixed and then possibly sent in to be mastered. i can either send you cds of it or i can upload the track to a site(dropload.com) where it can be downloaded. i can do either one so whichever one sounds good to you. i like to think that he would like the song.  he has indeed touched so many people. he's a very good man. i wish that i had his sense of articulate writing when i was making the lyrics. love, floothe |
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Posts: 7201 (07/10/06 02:01:38) Namaste (Admin) |
angelfacenatalie desired that i post this link to a song which reminded her of greg and also of her parents who passed away quite some time ago.
she thought that the song/video would be comforting. kenny chesney - who you'd be today |
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Please think about Greg and remember him. He was afraid that he would be forgotten but I know there are many who will always remember. He is in my heart and mind every day.