rise above
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glad to see fellow barfers showing respect
GOPatterson has been lost - RIP
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Thanks BARF for such a strong, respectful, and supportive showing. While difficult, it was a relief for me to be face to face with you guys again. As before, didn't know how much I needed that... till I got it.
I was really able to connect with Glenn today though the picutes, school work, writings, sports equipment and his instrument; and most of all, through the stories shared by family and friends. I feel like I know him now and I so desperately needed that.
I remember when I lost someone close to me so long ago. Coincidentally, I was 24 at the time. Last time I saw him was on my birthday. He passed the next day. Being able to see him before he passed was a gift. He was my mentor, my friend, by big brother in so many ways. His death created a hole in my soul the size of the Grand Canyon. So I began to fill it one thought a time. I've tried to see him in other people. I've tried to see him in myself. I've tried to pass along the positive lessons he'd taught me to others. I've tried to embrace his love of life and sense of adventure. A big part of why I ride has to do with this person, who continues to live through me and will always be in my heart. I may not have filled the canyon yet, but I keep tossing my thoughts in there, one at a time. His name was also Glenn.
Glenn Patterson, I release you to the universe, into the arms of god. Your time here, while brief was a lesson for all of us. You will live on. Through me, through your family, and through your friends. And, together, we'll fill that canyon with all that was positive about you, one positive thought, one positive action at a time. Till I see you agin... :rose
I was really able to connect with Glenn today though the picutes, school work, writings, sports equipment and his instrument; and most of all, through the stories shared by family and friends. I feel like I know him now and I so desperately needed that.
I remember when I lost someone close to me so long ago. Coincidentally, I was 24 at the time. Last time I saw him was on my birthday. He passed the next day. Being able to see him before he passed was a gift. He was my mentor, my friend, by big brother in so many ways. His death created a hole in my soul the size of the Grand Canyon. So I began to fill it one thought a time. I've tried to see him in other people. I've tried to see him in myself. I've tried to pass along the positive lessons he'd taught me to others. I've tried to embrace his love of life and sense of adventure. A big part of why I ride has to do with this person, who continues to live through me and will always be in my heart. I may not have filled the canyon yet, but I keep tossing my thoughts in there, one at a time. His name was also Glenn.
Glenn Patterson, I release you to the universe, into the arms of god. Your time here, while brief was a lesson for all of us. You will live on. Through me, through your family, and through your friends. And, together, we'll fill that canyon with all that was positive about you, one positive thought, one positive action at a time. Till I see you agin... :rose
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alemeno214
Bumblewee Wrangler
I'm so glad that we were able to be a part of Glenn's memorial today. Others have already said it much better than I would, but it was incredible getting to talk to his family and friends and to get a better glimpse into his life. His family is a true class act, and I can definitely see why Glenn turned out so well.
I really wish we had more time with Glenn. While at Weaverville we were both "newbies" to BARF, and we we had chatted quite a bit on Saturday evening. It was always a highlight seeing him at later meets, and I know that he would have been well loved by others on BARF once they got a chance to meet him.
The world definitely lost one incredible person, ride in peace Glenn :rip
I really wish we had more time with Glenn. While at Weaverville we were both "newbies" to BARF, and we we had chatted quite a bit on Saturday evening. It was always a highlight seeing him at later meets, and I know that he would have been well loved by others on BARF once they got a chance to meet him.
The world definitely lost one incredible person, ride in peace Glenn :rip
Dr_SLO
Well-known member
Today I experienced what it truly means to have a profound affect on those that you connect with. Glenn had clearly done this throughout his life. I'll echo others who've already commented and thank Greg, Rebeka and Bud for expressing the words that I am unable to convey.
I would also like to thank Glenn's family for encouraging the BARF members to participate and share in Glenn's memory. Their courage was inspiring.
There were also a number of Glenn's friend that showed the upmost respect and personally thanked the BARF contingent for making it to Glenn's memorial. This was a group of upstanding people whom I'm sure enriched and were enriched by Glenn's friendship.
I would also like to thank Glenn's family for encouraging the BARF members to participate and share in Glenn's memory. Their courage was inspiring.
There were also a number of Glenn's friend that showed the upmost respect and personally thanked the BARF contingent for making it to Glenn's memorial. This was a group of upstanding people whom I'm sure enriched and were enriched by Glenn's friendship.
wheel_muse
bicycles 'n motos
I wish you a complete and speedy recovery. It must be hard not able to do what you can, do what you love. Rest well. :thumbup. May your redline be high and the wind at your back!
ThumperX
Well-known member
There are no words. We look back expecting to see but alas all that is there is the vast emptiness where once you stood.
An enormous loss for the community and a gash in the joy of the Hawthorne Rally.
I hope you are stepping forward and making friends wherever you are Glenn. You are noticed and appreciated.
Dreg, I can feel the blow and the ones hat continue to blindside you. I am holding you close in my heart along with Glenn's family and friends.
RIP Glenn
...long may you run
:rose
An enormous loss for the community and a gash in the joy of the Hawthorne Rally.
I hope you are stepping forward and making friends wherever you are Glenn. You are noticed and appreciated.
Dreg, I can feel the blow and the ones hat continue to blindside you. I am holding you close in my heart along with Glenn's family and friends.
RIP Glenn
...long may you run
:rose
gixxerjeff
Dogs best friend
I'm sorry I couldn't be there.
I was there in spirit as I thought about what was going on virtually the entire day.
My heart continues to hurt for Glenn, his friends and his family.
Meanwhile, BARF continues to impress me.
:rose
I was there in spirit as I thought about what was going on virtually the entire day.
My heart continues to hurt for Glenn, his friends and his family.
Meanwhile, BARF continues to impress me.
:rose
rebekahlynn
racer x
Not the best quality and some of the guys moved so some bodies are incomplete but...this is a group photo from the service. I'll be sending Glenn's mom a copy too.
That is SO cool, Rebekah, and BARF! I wish I'd of moved faster so I could have been in that. I also like to think we made the statement; Glenn Patterson was one of us. 
This was a picture of a picture I took that resonated... :thumbup
This was a picture of a picture I took that resonated... :thumbup
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Hoho
Ride to Eat
That is SO cool, Rebekah, and BARF! I wish I'd of moved faster so I could have been in that. I also like to think we made the statement; Glenn Patterson was one of us.
This was a picture of a picture I took that resonated... :thumbup
So true. He may not have been with us for too long, but he was definitely one of us.
I just got off the phone with Katrina, Glenn's Mom.
She is still facing such emotional trauma. She could really barely speak through the tears.
I had sent her a Christmas card in the name of barf and showed her how we spent the donated money on lanesplitting safety. She said she composed the note below many times and was waiting until Brad (Dad) had read the card and letter. He has yet to be able to bring himself to do that.
During the conversation I was thinking about the parents of the young man killed in Santa Rosa on Friday night and the pain they must be suffering. :cry In the letter I mentioned that the Weaverville Rally will be the GOP Mid Summer Magic Rally in honor of our fellow rally goer Glenn. She acknowledged that Glenn was only with us (barf) for a bit, but to her that showed her sons strength and growth as a human being. She is proud of that.
Godspeed little brother. :rose
Here is her note:
Dennis
Sorry to be slow in expressing my appreciation for the letter you sent at Christmas. I have been waiting to get back to you until brad could finish reading the letter from the group. He as yet has not been able to complete it. We both have things that we can and inversely cannot face as of yet. We are both sincerely grateful that so many from barf came out for Glenn at his service.
These past 5 months have been tough, holidays and his birthday on the 16th of January. We are getting through the days and trying to keep going in his absence.
Glenn's time with the group was short but very significant to us, as a positive sign in his personal growth. I am grateful to you for honoring him in July
Thank you for sending us a copy of your educational tri fold I am glad that the donations are benefiting others.
Katrina Patterson
Please feel free to share this with others in the group.
She is still facing such emotional trauma. She could really barely speak through the tears.
I had sent her a Christmas card in the name of barf and showed her how we spent the donated money on lanesplitting safety. She said she composed the note below many times and was waiting until Brad (Dad) had read the card and letter. He has yet to be able to bring himself to do that.
During the conversation I was thinking about the parents of the young man killed in Santa Rosa on Friday night and the pain they must be suffering. :cry In the letter I mentioned that the Weaverville Rally will be the GOP Mid Summer Magic Rally in honor of our fellow rally goer Glenn. She acknowledged that Glenn was only with us (barf) for a bit, but to her that showed her sons strength and growth as a human being. She is proud of that.
Godspeed little brother. :rose
Here is her note:
Dennis
Sorry to be slow in expressing my appreciation for the letter you sent at Christmas. I have been waiting to get back to you until brad could finish reading the letter from the group. He as yet has not been able to complete it. We both have things that we can and inversely cannot face as of yet. We are both sincerely grateful that so many from barf came out for Glenn at his service.
These past 5 months have been tough, holidays and his birthday on the 16th of January. We are getting through the days and trying to keep going in his absence.
Glenn's time with the group was short but very significant to us, as a positive sign in his personal growth. I am grateful to you for honoring him in July
Thank you for sending us a copy of your educational tri fold I am glad that the donations are benefiting others.
Katrina Patterson
Please feel free to share this with others in the group.
bikewanker
Well-known member
Good on you Dennis for remembering Glenn's family.
Katrina and Brad will be in my prayers.
Katrina and Brad will be in my prayers.
Katrina contacted me during the recent Coyote Creek flooding. She knew we're just a few blocks from the flood zone, so she offered her a place at her home if we needed shelter. She and her husband an incredibly generous souls. I won't share all, or even this entire exchange, but it was clear that they continue to hurt... a lot. It's painful to watch, and it's painful not being able to fix it, or say the right thing or anything to bring them some comfort. I sometimes fear that I'm just another reminder their indescribable loss.
But I get it. I tend to run from it. I've ridden the bike exactly twice since that day. Once the next day to get home, and again several weeks later when I brought it home after getting the radiator repaired. The good weather gets me excited sometimes. And, I've started organizing and inspecting my gear; continue to look at dates and noodle joining a BMW NorCal Club ride or a BARF ride, but I just haven't quite got myself to commit or swing a leg over... yet. Heck, I haven't even washed the bike since that trip. :laughing
At some point I've got to get back on and come to a decision one way or another. I guess I will at some point soon. My biggest hope, and prayer is that... sometime soon Katrina and Brad can find some meaningful peace.
Dennis said it perfectly... Godspeed little brother.
But I get it. I tend to run from it. I've ridden the bike exactly twice since that day. Once the next day to get home, and again several weeks later when I brought it home after getting the radiator repaired. The good weather gets me excited sometimes. And, I've started organizing and inspecting my gear; continue to look at dates and noodle joining a BMW NorCal Club ride or a BARF ride, but I just haven't quite got myself to commit or swing a leg over... yet. Heck, I haven't even washed the bike since that trip. :laughing
At some point I've got to get back on and come to a decision one way or another. I guess I will at some point soon. My biggest hope, and prayer is that... sometime soon Katrina and Brad can find some meaningful peace.
Dennis said it perfectly... Godspeed little brother.
flying_hun
Adverse Selection
Good stuff, Bud. Thank you.
shouldnthave
Taze away, Yana...
Oh man... Is there anything we can do to help at this point, Dennis?
Come ride with us in Weaverville.
She may come actually to say hello as she still has family there.
I think it was difficult but soothing to have us at the memorial.
I think it will be the same if she (and hopefully Brad) show up.
By us doing out thing, we are doing the thing that her son was enjoying as a positive experience to live his life.
I love living my life that way. :ride
I think seeing that joy in us may well warm her soul.
She may come actually to say hello as she still has family there.
I think it was difficult but soothing to have us at the memorial.
I think it will be the same if she (and hopefully Brad) show up.
By us doing out thing, we are doing the thing that her son was enjoying as a positive experience to live his life.
I love living my life that way. :ride
I think seeing that joy in us may well warm her soul.
alemeno214
Bumblewee Wrangler
Thanks for this budman.
shouldnthave
Taze away, Yana...
I'm down if it works for my schedule. Hate to be a completely lost idiot, but do you have a link to the Weaverville event? I did a quick search, but I found nada.