Tyler Beard passed away last night in Dallas, Texas. I was told that he died of complications from his longtime battle with cancer.

Tyler’s generosity, friendship and his books changed the lives of many, many people.

Last week, I got a Christmas card from Tyler… with a note scribbled on the back. Right now, I’m having a hard time finding any meaningful words.

I’m sad. I miss him …I want to call him and tell him so.

Photo courtesy of Back at the Ranch (Santa Fe, NM.)

To:           Jennifer June
Subject:  Congrats on Winning the Dwight Fan Club MySpace Front Page Contest
Date:       December 5, 2007 10:20:31 PM PST

If you’re getting this email, it’s because you’ve been selected at random as winners of the Dwight Myspace top 8 friends contest.

I’ve already placed your profile on Dwight’s mySpace page, so you can go check it out (http://www.myspace.com/dwightyoakam.)

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Woo hoo! Check out my brand new myspace page…new friends gratefully accepted!

Go and read Kate Hull’s article From footwear to folk art in The Daily Texan. The warmth and hospitality of Lee’s shop shines through each quote and photo…which explains why Lyle Lovett, busloads of school kids (and yours truly) all look forward to our next field trip.