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January 9, 2006
Funeral for a Playa
I believe my worst fears are true. As I mentioned in the post below, it has been 5 days with virtually no communication from either Tac, Wayne, or The Guv'na.
I am saddened to say that Bon & I decided to move forward with the funeral this morning, despite the pleas of the respective Playaz' families to hold off, saying that they may only be 'very busy'.
I'm sorry, but we cannot change the past. They are dead and we must accept it.
Naturally, we had Tac, Wayne, and Guv'na interned at Arlington National Cemetery.
Hundreds of thousands lined the streets to view the processional.
Many dignitaries and heads of state attended, including Hank Williams, Jr. and Kid Rock.
Here you can see the "Playa-less Horse" being led through the processional. The horse is wearing the ceremonial Kangol, and you will note the city-boots placed backwards in the stirrups.
Kenny was a pall-bearer. Seen here carrying Tac's coffin, Kenny was inconsolable.
Bon & I with former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher at the funeral.
Tac, Wayne, and The Guv'na are laid to rest at the "Tomb of the Unknown Playa", a very secluded and solemn place at Arlington. Tourists are not even allowed to this part of the cemetery.
President Bush and Larry Holmes present a wreath at the Playaz' final resting place to the armed militia, who guard the Tomb of the Unknown Playa day and night.
Perhaps the most moving moment of the ceremony: The "Missing Playaz" formation being flown overhead.
Posted by Phil at January 9, 2006 3:10 PM
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Comments
It was sad Phil, but I think it was just the way they would have wanted it.
Posted by: Bon at January 9, 2006 3:19 PM
f'ing brilliant send-off.
Posted by: Kathryn at January 9, 2006 3:43 PM
Tac's coffin looks like it's bit small.
Posted by: rock creek rambler at January 9, 2006 3:44 PM
We need a national moment of silence.
Posted by: Sharkbait at January 9, 2006 4:25 PM
That doesn't look like a typical Georgian funeral. Where's the booze? And the casseroles?
Posted by: Saidah at January 9, 2006 4:59 PM
Let me go on record with three items:
1) A am deeply saddened by the apparent demise of 60% of The Playaz.
2) I had absolutely nothing to do with it.
3) I suspect there is more to this than we are being told. The people want answers Phil, and they want them now.
Posted by: Travis at January 9, 2006 5:06 PM
Did anyone check there blood for anti-freeze?
Posted by: Prince-The Purple One at January 9, 2006 5:39 PM
Does this mean my t-shirt is now worth more??
Posted by: DC_Cookie at January 9, 2006 8:20 PM
i'm pouring out some Schlitz in their honor....this one's for the Playaz
Posted by: VP of Dior at January 9, 2006 10:45 PM
So when do y'all start new member recruitment?
Seems like the logical next step...
Posted by: Kathryn at January 10, 2006 7:45 AM
We've been receiving applications. I'll post on that in a day or 2.
Posted by: Phil at January 10, 2006 9:05 AM
Wow. What a shame . . .
I'll sit shiva for a little while, but you have to know I'm going to bust out some bubbly for the passage of one Mister The Guv'na.
Posted by: A_Unique_Alias at January 10, 2006 9:40 AM
I will observe a perfunctory moment of silence, but what I really want to say is --
pick me pick me pick me pick me PICK ME!!!
As a bellydancer and general lady of refinement, style and good taste, you know I have a lot to offer the Playaz.
(Crossing fingers)
Posted by: Rhinestone Cowgirl at January 10, 2006 11:05 AM
My condolensces. But what a send off! The greatest of Vikings could have hoped for no finer wake. Bravo.
Posted by: Reya Mellicker at January 12, 2006 9:52 PM
Thank you, Reya. Having Viking ancestors myself, I considered the whole "burning boat" sent out to sea, but the Playaz like the pageantry of the American procession.
Alas, it was all for naught. Oh, well.
Posted by: Phil at January 13, 2006 9:48 AM