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Lisa G's avatar

I just read this article. I started to read it a few days ago and had to stop because I felt like I needed to read it when I was in a better place. I did so this morning in my backyard on a beautiful day in South Florida - the weather was perfect the way it is in the spring here . I thought a lot about your words and Shane’s life was important. I am going to read some of his speeches and some of the hospice stuff but not today. I need a little bit of a break, but I am going to definitely make a donation to his fund. I have tears in my eyes but happy that he was able to make a difference. When we all leave this world it’s not about what we leave. It’s about what we did when we were here …as I always tell people it really just matters what we did in our dash. when I mention this sometimes …people don’t understand what I’m talking about in the dash. So just in case - Your dash (-) is on your tombstone what you did between your birthdate and your death date. He had a lot of things he accomplished in his dash. I hope up in heaven he gets to meet important people who passed prior and that he has an opportunity in the future to meet hero’s just like him. Thank you for writing such a moving article.

Karen Hall's avatar

Thank you for sharing Shane’s story in a beautifully written piece about his extraordinary journey. Godspeed, Shane. May the Heavens bring you peace.

Different drummer's avatar

The world was a better place with Shane in it. For those feeling his loss, my experience has been that even when you know it's coming it doesn't make it any easier; sending hugs.

Suzanne Clancy's avatar

So sorry for your loss, Jim - thank you for sharing this extraordinary human being with us.

Hey Mama Warrior's avatar

Thank you again for sharing your friend’s story. We are all better for it. I am sorry for your, his family, friends, and this community’s loss of a Bright Star among us. May he RIP. 💜

Sue Havlish's avatar

Thank you, Jim, for sharing this. I have made a donation and I am writing my congressman John Rose in hopes that he will cosponsor this important legislation. I wish I could have met Shane in person, but I’m so glad I got to know him a little through you.

Tony Dorsa's avatar

thank you for sharing this with us.

===Dan's avatar

I made a dedicated contribution to the hospital outside the fundraiser.

Kevin Wallace's avatar

Thank you for this

SC's avatar

RIP Shane! What a sweet soul. I remember his episode. Much love to his family. xx

Brie BP's avatar

Rest in peace, Shane.

Liz S's avatar

Oh my goodness, I just went to donate and it’s amazing how many wonderful Bulwark members have helped this cause thrive! I love this community of humans here!

Liz S's avatar

I am grateful to learn about Shane…and happy to donate to his very worthy legacy 🥰

jane's avatar

What lovely tribute to Shane. Thank you for honoring him and bringing his inspiring story to light.

Marta Layton's avatar

Jim, I remember being deeply touched when one of the newsletters talked about Shane a few months ago. I'm too new to the Bulwark to really have known him personally, but it's obvious he cared deeply for those around him and touched so many people around him. How sad that he's gone, but thank you for helping us remember him.

Vince's avatar

Thank you for sharing about Shane. What an inspiring person! A beautiful story, Jim.