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Bright, burning lights gleam into my eyes. Sweat drips off my face and back. I feel light-headed; the rush is just so strong. I hit a power chord and girls scream. Damn, I am playing good. Our set is done and I'm ready to pass out, yet at the same time I feel like running a mile. I'm more excited, more alive than I ever felt. A red-headed figure enters the back room and manages to pull me off the couch so we can go drinking with our friends. They're all sitting around a table and clap when I come over. One of them hands me a water bottle and kisses my cheek. I wipe the salt out of my eyes and laugh at the red-head. I still couldn't believe Mark let Maureen dye his hair bright red. I turn to Mimi and kiss her back. I thank them all for coming. For being there, for showing me how to live.