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by wittedhaddock 2527 days ago
RIP Professor Best teacher I've ever had, he let me audit all his classes and took me/my ideas seriously at all times. And would grade my papers even though I was never an official student, or his his words "a paying customer." First Minsky now Patrick. RIP and perhaps they are both back in touch. ;(
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Instead of thinking about how they are both back in touch, why not assume a step further. They are in touch, and they are hoping that you are doing _______ with the most passion [in which they have yet to witness ;)].

Now fill that in and use it as adrenaline to accomplish your next (big, relatively) feat.

Your thoughts?

RIP PW

I prefer to view it as an opportunity to attempt to fill the big shoes that are now sitting empty, and hopefully do good in the world in the process, even if we don't manage to fully fill the big shoes.

And then maybe even inspiring the next generation, thus continuing the cycle.

It feels meaningful to me and doesn't require any big assumptions :)

I appreciate you friend

I would like to consider this and get back to you

I would love to stay in touch. makhani.samir@gmail.com