Although some might say I spoke too soon the other day when I posted the article of reports that Bernie Mac had died, when in fact he hadn’t, I don’t think I did.  That day I spoke from my heart as I do today.  And today I will say, I am glad to have had Bernie for the additional time we did.
 
I am sad and I feel as if my day and weekend have been ruined.  Not because Bernie died, he couldn’t help that, but because I know I will never see a live Bernie Mac again.  He was such a funny guy and a good guy.  Whenever I saw him in interviews, his sincerity, humbleness, and down to earth persona, was clear to see.  Yes, they will continue to play The Bernie Mac show and the countless other entertainment pieces he was in, but as of this morning, fresh Bernie Mac has ended.

I’m not going to write a long article here, I can’t.  I am so overcome with sadness.  For me, this feels the same as when we lost Luther too soon.  It is just too soon.  Each of these men had so much more to do, but apparently, somebody thought different.
 
We grieve but with gladness that we had a taste of the Mac man!  I own a copy of Kings of Comedy and will play it time and time again, just to get my Bernie fix.  Our hearts, well wishes, and deepest sympathy go out to Bernie’s family and friends.  That’s all we can say.  No words seem adequate at a time like this.

We’ll miss you Bernie Mac!

I’m sitting at work this afternoon and my daughter nonchalantly, and without warning, texts me and says Bernie Mac died today. Hold on, we all know by now, he didn’t. But I surprised myself and instantly began to cry. I am at work trying not to go into the ugly cry (a new job. they don’t know me yet) and simultaneously going online to get the scoop. The scoop is: somehow rumors got to flying saying Bernie was dead when in fact he is very ill but expected to make a full recovery! Let the melodious chorus begin! My spirit was lifted! My Bernie is still with us!!!

So as usual, I had to sit and analyze what just happened. I guess I didn’t realize how much I loved me some Bernie Mac! The Mac man is all that! My first time for truly acknowledging and giving credence to Bernie Mac was Kings of Comedy. (Summa ma…) Anyway, I love hearing that man talk about beating kids down to the white meat. I have never beaten my kids like that, nor do I think it is legal or right, but child… I love hearing Bernie Mac talking about it!

The thing I love about Bernie is, from everything I have seen; he is just a decent guy. He doesn’t stay in the rag magazines. He gives credit to others. He doesn’t wife hop. And it is clear he loves his family. The guy is a good guy! I loved watching Guess Who, Ocean’s 11 and 12, etc., but that doesn’t compare to the many times I would be doubled over laughing at him on the Bernie Mac show. Especially when he would get on Jordan!

Bernie Mac is a naturally, gifted, talented funny man! I am so glad he is still with us, aren’t you!!!