Farewell to Goodbye (for now)
6 years ago, this month, I packed up everything I owned and stuffed it into a 97 Mustang. I left a small TX town called Lufkin and moved to Nashville, TN. I still don’t know how everything fit in the car. It was a tight fit for sure.
I remember a small voice telling me, “I’m not promising that you are going to make it, but I promise you, that whatever you go through, that I will take care of you.” (Keep that in your mind as you are reading this)
I wanted to let you know (whoever reads this) that I have stepped down from my position as the drummer for The Opposed. Now, before you go jumping into anything, I want to throw out every story you might make up as you are reading this.
First of all, it is not because of my family. When it comes to music, my wife, Kayla, is highly supportive. She knows how much I love creating and playing music.
It’s not because I have to get another job or work more. The job I have is enough to support my family. It’s enough for a simple life. My job has been, just like every other place I have worked, very kind to me when it came to having days off for shows.
I could go on and on, but it’s not anything that you are thinking or might of been told by someone. I am about to tell you why.
It’s a feeling that I need to follow. It’s that small voice in my head that I need to listen to. It’s not because of anyone or anything. It’s because I need to do what I feel is right. I am a firm believer that everything happens for a reason.
To all the fans out there, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You have no idea how you guys have touched me. From singing along to traveling far to come see us. None of the amazing memories that are etched in my head would of never happened if it weren’t for you. You have made me so grateful. so humble. You might of done more for me than you think. Thank you again, I owe you so much. Please continue to support these guys!
And to the band, ex-members and current members, I love each and every one of you. You have pushed me to become a better musician. We have all created special moments that I will never forget. I am thankful for everything you guys have done for me. I wish you guys the best of luck in the future!
Like I said a while back, I wasn’t promised that I would be a rock star. That was never the deal. I was told to go and so I went. I was promised that I would be safe. When times got tough, not to fear, I would be taken care of. A select few might know of a small situation that I was involved in a couple of years ago, and trust me, that had nothing to do with my decision as well. After what happened, I am living life to the fullest. Honestly, I am blessed more than I can even imagine.
Though, I did quit The Opposed, doesn’t mean I have quit music. Trust me. I have so much that I still want to do. I’ll be back. Stronger. And harder.
Forgive the spelling or such. It’s late and my wife isn’t up to proof read this. Night.
P.S.
It’s not because of Aaron stepping down from Underoath. Same thing for Mike Portnoy and Dream Theater. Just in-case you were thinking that!