News from the Sitting Position: In memorium: Andre Gaines

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Thursday, October 22, 2009

In memorium: Andre Gaines

I'm sad to report that I found out today that my friend Andre died. She was a long time activist with ADAPT and she still participated with the Texas chapter although she was getting on in years. I hadn't seen her in a while and kept meaning to ask about her, but I think I was afraid of what I would learn. So, I did the ostrich thing and hid my head in the sand. She died last Friday even though I only got an email today. Interestingly enough, that was the day after everyone got back from ADAPT.... Sign in to see full entry.

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