When Jeffrey Deitch was named Director of the Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, critics hailed it as sea change for the art world. As the first private gallery owner to run an American museum, and with his famous connection to the world of street art, Deitch was expected to bring a new life to MOCA. Meant to formally announce his arrival and set to open in Spring 2011, his massive "Art in the Streets" exhibition aspires to survey a history of street art from the 1970s to today.
In preparation, Deitch commissioned a piece from the artist Blu, painted directly on one wall of the museum. On Wednesday, December 8, the artist created his mural: a series of giant coffins wrapped in dollar bills.
But as of midday Thursday, December 9, it's already been painted over.
GOOD reached out to MOCA to ask why the mural was so swiftly covered up, but so far, no one from media relations has responded to calls.
So what gives? Was the mural too politically charged for other members of the MOCA team? What would that mean for Deitch's purported sea change? If a blanket anti-war (or anti-death industry?) statement is too controversial for MOCA, what can we look forward to this spring?
UPDATE: In few comments, readers have pointed out that it might be part of a performance or publicity stunt. That's certainly a little plausible—it got our attention, anyway. What do you think?
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.