This is how to never become Jaded. Been seeing Phish since 95 a 114 shows or so My key now unlike when I was 15,25 or 30 is to only go to a few shows a year, This summer I will only hit 3 shows and Ive never been so excited to see phish in my life. Of course listening to other and new types of music is key. I love walking down memory lane but I keep in mind how myself, phish, music , the world has changed since 1997. I remember the Benefit show for VT after Irene and How I thought Phish would just blow it up 97 style. Well that didnt happen and that show was average at best but if you were there there is no other way imho that show could have went. There was really no shake down no raging no balloons it ws a family affair. Living only a few miles from the devasted area you could tell that show was for people that hadn't seen phish in a long time. they played a greatest hits kind of show that at the time I was a little annoyed by because here was there chance. Back home where it all began maybe a gamehenge maybe 3 sets maybe... a show for their people of VT. I listen to that show every no and again and think wow they nailed it. It was exactly what VT needed. Great music, great people, great family and most important great charity. I will never have that jaded feeling again. Sorry if this rambles but jaded phans are the worst fans out there and I am as guilty as anyone for being jaded but no more. 2012 was fantastic. They seem to be healthy and having fun. So tired hearing about a new album or the venues of this summers tour. they are 30 I am 33 and I will prob see phish at most 6 times this year and Ive never been more excited in my life! Great article and review thank you.