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for David James
Nicholas MacDonald
May 1, 2015
I had no idea he'd died until now, when I was trying to look him up to contact him. I wish I'd gone down to see him again while he was still alive. David inspired me at a time where I was wandering- and encouraged me to wander some more. My condolences to his family and friends.
Yale, 1982
December 5, 2014
David 1959, Reed College. Thanks to Laurie Lindquist at Reed for finding this photo in the Griffin yearbook.
Carol Anderson
December 2, 2014
Gary Moody
November 28, 2014
David James will be sorely missed at the monthly open mics here in Santa Fe. His rich poems and indomitable spirit were a joy to all who attended. His words and energy inspired us all
November 23, 2014
November 23, 2014
Yale Anthropology building
November 23, 2014
November 20, 2014
Carol Anderson
November 20, 2014
Would this were a bonfire in David's honor! Love and light always in his memory.
Carol Anderson
November 20, 2014
My deepest condolences to his loving family. With gratitude for all you gave him. David was a man who found the beauty in this world, who brought love and gladness. A poet, Bragwin. Profound intelligence, with a joyful loving heart. He will always be held in my heart , with love & gladness that he lived.
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