Well, crap

I wear my Schoolyard Heroes sweatshirt almost every day. It's warm enough on cool days, and it's cool enough any day. Plus, it tells the whole world "That's right, bitches, I know this awesome band." Every now and then someone will say "Oh, I love Schoolyard!" and I'll say "That's right you do." Because really, how could you not?

So imagine my dismay when I learned that this holiday season, the Heroes are giving us all a rocktastic present tied with a heartbreak bow. A reunion and farewell all rolled into one. I think I'll skip cliches on this one and go for simple instead: I understand, but I'm still super sad.

I know I don't have the authority to speak for all Schoolyard fans everywhere, but I'm going to do it anyway. We love you. We'll miss you. You are one of the cooliest, ghouliest bands out there, and the void you leave will be hard to fill. You've got big hearts, rockin' spirits and freaking fantastic hair. Wherever you go from here, we wish you all the best.

I'm so glad I had a chance to rock with y'all while I could. That little sweatshirt will certainly have new significance now. And of course, the offer for cookies still stands. Anytime, just ask.

I love you guys.

xoxo --Ashley Skye

Oh, and if you wanted to play Jonathan Harker on the 19th, I just might sell you my soul.