Illustration of Derek Powazek by Adam Ellis

2 Days to Burning Man

I didn’t go to Burning Man in 1999. I was just back from Europe and brought a nasty cold with me. When I kissed her goodbye and watched the car disappear down Prosper Street, I didn’t realize it was the last kiss we’d ever share.

I didn’t go to Burning Man in 2000, either. I swore I’d never go again.


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Hi, I’m Derek. I live in San Francisco. I’m the cofounder of Fertile Medium and editor of Fray. I sometimes post things to Flickr and Twitter. My dog’s name is Bug. More.







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