Am I the only one still wearing the Golden Wristband distributed at the Michael Jackson Memorial Service? I need to know.
Being one of relatively few humans to attend the Michael Jackson Memorial Service, I exited the Staples Center with mixed feelings; proud I was part of such a beautiful send-off, and however, still in disbelief Michael was really gone, forever. As I looked down at my wrist, my eyes still blurry from all the tears, I instantly and maybe even instinctively decided to NOT remove the golden wristband I had been issued to enter the service, NOT until Michael had been officially laid-to-rest, I thought, I’ll remove it when he is buried. I am still wearing the band.
To be honest, I am not 100 percent sure where Michael is right now, to be more accurate, I’d like to think I know where his spirit is, flying high like Peter Pan, in the most beautiful place, where the sun shines, day and night, however, on a more earthly note, where is his body? Where is that bit of closure? Has Michael been secretly buried? Is Michael still in a holding pattern? Maybe a better question is; why do I care? Or, Is it even any of my business? For better or worse, I have made it my business, the business of this wristband and it’s silent endeavor of seeing this through to the end.
Michael's Official wristband and tickets
I imagine, any moment, we will hear the news, the conformation, “Michael has been officially laid-to-rest, [insert final resting place here…]” but until then I will be waiting, with a tear in my eye and a pair of scissors in my hand.
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Reader Comments
You are not alone! I’m still wearing mine too. Not sure when I’ll take it off. Maybe on MJ’s birthday? I love the way it sparkles and makes me think of how lucky I was to have been there to witness history. I love Michael and Janet and it was very kind of The Jackson Family to allow us be there with them. Being in the Staples Center that day was amazing. The energy, love, sadness and hope was something only those who were there can understand. It’s too bad that people are selling their stuff to make a quick buck on craigslist. My wristband, ticket and program are priceless. My best friend, who I took with me- hasn’t taken off her wristband either.
I’m with you. Mine is fading now. Can’t get $1000 on ebay now like OTHER people! I can’t believe people are buying/selling these bands.
I’m still wearing mine. I forget it’s there sometimes but I haven’t taken it off since 7/6/09:)