Friday Pick of the Week

For the past ten years, I have had the distinct honor to know one Christopher Barefield.  Bare, as so many know him, is, in short, one of the best friends I have known.  I am endebted to him for a wide range of hobbies, and together we have put thousands of miles on vehicles in chase of various pursuits.  Whether camped out in the Kephart Shelter of the Smoky Mountains, fly fishing Wyoming's Green River, leading a climbing route in Kentucky's Red River Gorge or summiting Washington's Mount Rainier, I have been privileged to his company and thoughtful insights.  More than the adventures, though, I have enjoyed the abounding conversations we have shared.  Whether subjects deep or light, together we have laughed and struggled through life.



Chris and I upon Rainier's Summit


In addition to hobbies, Chris and I have also shared abundant music.  Thus, in honoring him, I have selected a song for the Friday Pick.  We've listened to a lot of music together, so today's choice was difficult.  Should I choose a track by My Morning Jacket?  What about Fleet Foxes?  Perhaps Yonder Mountain String Band's immaculate cover of "Girlfriend is Better?"  How many times has Colby Callait come on the radio and one of us asked to leave it in the name of "waiting for the next song?"

Today, Chris and I will climb into the car for one last road trip, at least for the next little while.  In honor of him, here's a song that has accompanied us many times.  For my money, Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon is one of the best albums I have owned.  In a moment of transition, I present to you "Time."  Happy Friday.