RIP John West — he passed away recently from natural causes.
John West was an autistic adult who had been abused and neglected by a previous caretaker. Des (@/waxesbydes_) found him in poor conditions, became his legal guardian, and took him in. Under her care, his health and life improved significantly. He gained independence, worked, attended college, and enjoyed family time with Des and her daughter Eliana. He had autism plus other serious underlying health issues.
dear apple, the iPod needs to come back. not for nostalgia. for the parents who want their kids to love music and audiobooks without a browser, social media, and the whole internet attached to it
Let this be your reminder.
WHO YOU ARE (right now) is ENOUGH.
Alignment will follow.
Stand on who you are. Congrats @durandbernarr on the well deserved @RecordingAcad