Thinking of Paul Quarrington today…
Posted June 1, 2009 by Terry Fallis
As I wrote recently in one of my little “Writers I revere” posts, I’ve been a fan of Paul Quarrington for over 20 years. I’ve read all of his novels and have first editions of each one. I’ve always admired him and his writing. So it was wonderful to share the stage with him in April at the Grimsby Author Series.
I started my day this morning as I often do, reading the Toronto Star. To my great shock and concern, there was a story about Paul and his lung cancer diagnosis made two weeks ago. What a bastard this disease is. It’s fitting that today is dreary, overcast, and melancholy. That just about sums up how I feel. Paul, your many fans are sending you positive vibes…
Yes Paul, your many fans are sending you positive vibs. This disease plays no favorites. All the best from the staff at the Stephen Leacock Museum Historical site.
Lung Cancer scared the hell out of me that is why i do not smoke cigarettes anymore.::,