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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