Laurie Anderson&#39;s Farewell to Lou Reed: &#34;We made up ridiculous jokes; stopped smoking 20 times; fought; learned to hold our breath underwater; went to Africa; sang opera in elevators; made friends with unlikely people; followed each other on tour when we could; got a sweet piano-playing dog; shared a house that was separate from our own places; protected and loved each other.&#39; &gt;&gt;&gt; The article is so beautiful it will make you cry.