Thinking of Ryan
October 30, 2007
I was thinking about Ryan a bit today, trying to channel a little bit of that energy. Ryan was working on planning an amazing festival when he passed. It was an inspirational project and though it become a little more of a party to celebrate Ryan’s life, a lot of the original intent and love was present. I have been working on a really big convergence of young folks in DC called Power Shift for the last 6 months and we are 3 days away with 5,000+ young people coming, amazing speakers, trainers and bands booked and over 300 face to face meetings planned between young people and their elected officials.
Its hugely inspiring and endlessly stressful. I got into activism in large part because of Ryan’s influence and thinking of his smile, his energy and his laugh help me to stay sane in these crazy days. I wish he was coming to Power Shift, but I know at least I will be carrying part of him in spirit.
I just stumbled upon this when I was remembering Ryan. I had looked at hosting a meditation retreat in Esalen, when I thought of him.
Its great that you have provided this space to keep his memory alive, he was a wonderful person.
It gave me sadness and strength to come across these thoughts of Ryan. I don’t think a day goes by that I miss thinking of him. He gives me inspiration and constant love. He will be in my heart forever. Thank you for publishing your words and for holding Ryan in your thoughts. Ryan’s Mom, Carol