I got the news this morning that an old fraternity buddy of mine passed away over the weekend.  Brandon McFarland (or McFarley as I like to called him) was a mere young one when I was there, so we only shared a few semesters together.  I only knew him for a short time, but I find myself at a loss just the same.  Judging by the kind words of those who knew him best, he grew into his own nicely and touched the lives of many.

We always enjoyed making him act out the scene from Tommy Boy, where Chris Farley's character meets his new brother (Rob Lowe).

“Brothers don't shake hands, brothers gotta hug!”  We'll miss you buddy.