A tribute.

07/23/2013.

The very first International My Chemical Romance day since they disbanded. I don't really know how to feel about that. I really want to celebrate since they're my absolute favorite band but at the same time, I am completely aware they're not a unit anymore. It's tough.

But that's why I am a Killjoy. Life is tough but I will keep fighting. The band taught me that.

Actually, they have taught me many things. I am who I am today because of them. Their music is what keeps me going. To some, it might be too loud or rowdy or whatever but TO ME, it is everything. The message in each of their songs just shouts, "BE BRAVE."

My Chemical Romance is so much more than just a band. It is a band that saves lives. They are my inspiration, my teacher, my motivator. My Chemical Romance is me. I identify with each and every member of the community. We are all just one big family.

When I see the fandom, I see beauty. Sure, we are scarred and broken people. Because it's okay to be messed up. And we sure are proud of it. Proud of ourselves for staying strong and still be running. Proud of the difference that the band has made. Proud of all the lives that it has changed for the better.

So, I guess I can consider this a happy day. For it is the day dedicated to the best band ever. This is the day that I can finally accept the statement, "Don't be sad that it's over, be glad that it happened."