Sad End of an Era

I don’t know how many of you are familiar with the comic strip ‘Dilbert’ or its creator Scott Adams. While we never followed the comics, my husband somehow discovered his live streaming videos about five years ago. At first Mr. Adams’ repetitive phrasing annoyed me, the same words standing out over and over. When I listened closer, his intelligent and humorous commentary hooked my interest. My fondness grew to the point I would inform my husband when his video was about to start.

Alas, over the last few months we saw his health decline due to terminal cancer. I honestly don’t know how long he fought. An experimental treatment did not cure him and, suffering lower body paralysis about a week ago, he didn’t foresee ever going home. 

I’m glad that wasn’t the case. As of today, however, he reported a cognitive decline and plans to end his life. California law permits physician assisted suicide. So he has the means. Religious suppositions aside, I truly hope his scientific contribution will help others. In December I purchased the 2026 page-a-day Dilbert calendar and I’m glad because we never fail to laugh.

Can you see the perfect graphic on his coffee cup?
Oh, happy days... We will miss you, sir.

Have you ever read the ‘Dilbert’ comics? Can you believe that Mr. Adams had a degree and career in finance before his comic artistry took off?

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