To the DIS Unplugged Podcast Crew and friends:
As a relatively new listener, I've really enjoyed listening to the podcasts and also thoroughly enjoyed the segments with "Bawb". While I'm new to this particular Disney family, I am a current part-time CM with a
Disney Store and a lifelong Disney World visitor and fan. When I came to the site this morning hoping to see a new podcast to download, I was shocked to see the memorial on the homepage. In short, it hit me like a ton of bricks. Even though I've never met any member of the crew I felt like I somehow knew Bawb thru our common love for Disney. His sense of humor, his delivery and timing and yes, his accent were all great personality traits that made him stand out on the show. I could always sense his passion for Disney with how he spoke on some of the different topics and issues he covered. Finally being able to put a face to the name made it easier and it made it more difficult given the circumstances.
What I mean is that (and I'm sure I'm not alone in this) I've never dealt very well with loss. My personal choice over the years has been to shut myself off from that loss and internalize it. Not sure that's the best way, but it's made life easier for me in difficult times. But at the same time, you never really get over those losses. I'm always reflective when it comes to loved ones I've lost over the years and always wonder what if...
But I too believe that GOD has a plan and had one for Bawb. It was his time and though it's so difficult to understand and to even somehow cope with, life must go on. I didn't know Bob personally but would like to think that he would want all of us to continue to enjoy life to its fullest, given the times I was privileged to hear him on the shows.
My heartfelt condolances go out to the podcast crew, family members, and friends of Mr. Varley. Though this is the most difficult of times for all involved, I know you all will summon the strength to move on in his spirit. GOD has a plan for all of us and I think and hope that Mr. Varley's spirit will live on in his family members and friends. I'm sure he touched many, many lives not only thru the podcasts, but those with whom he came into contact with.
May that spirit be with you all always.
Brian in Austin