It has been quite some time since I put pen to paper for anything not related to the law or the legal profession. Ironically, I do enjoy writing, but like with many things in our adult lives, hobbies take a back seat to more pressing commitments.This month, I decided to pick up my pen and write. My dear friend, mentor and all-around good human being died unexpectedly about four weeks ago. I still can’t believe he is gone.I know many of us have gone through the pain of losing someone you loved, respected and worked …