We lost a friend and an inspiration last night. UI designer Trevor Farella made the horrible discovery. The news was distributed via text at 11:15 PM. “I just saw the BL{HOG} dead on the side of the road. I think he got Dodge Ra{ham}’d.”

I know what you’re thinking. First, you’re thinking, “Aww, poor piggy.” And then, you’re thinking, “Wait, maybe it’s not the BL{HOG}.” I appreciate your optimism, but we need to face facts. Our Houston office isn’t exactly in a rural area. Starbucks cups outnumber trees. And there was only one BL{HOG}.

We can find solace knowing the BL{HOG} will live on in name and spirit. True, we will never get to see Trevor wrestle the BL{HOG} or compete with him in a back hair contest, but the digital BL{HOG} will live for a long time. The BL{HOG} is an enjoyable outlet for design and technology discourse, and your source for the latest news on beards and hot sauce.

So cheer up. The BL{HOG} wants you to be happy. And if you caught the Cake reference, kudos.