Pat York

[tmcg]

Her voice, her smile, her enthusiasm have been much in my thoughts. What a pleasure it was to sit up late talking in a hotel room we shared, away from the distractions and demands of the convention, or at a table at an industry cocktail party; what a pleasure it was to see her anytime, how consistently cheering and affirming she was, the obvious interest and pleasure she took in other people and their pursuits and achievements. She interacted with a rare directness and curiosity and eagerness. When I talked to Pat, I was pulled out of cruise control into an engagement so genuine that it always took me a little by surprise. She made interactions matter. She made moments matter. It's very hard to accept that she's gone.

There's more here. And here. And here.

Comments

[daerlynn.livejournal.com]

Silly me, reading these postings makes me cry. I didn't know Pat, but part of me cries because I wish I did.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, are with Pat's friends, and with her family - especially with her daughter Nora, who will need love, support and affection from her mother's friends.

Perhaps that is the best gift you could ever give to your friend.

[terrymcgarry.livejournal.com]

Thank you, daerlynn. You're very right. It heartens me to know that your prayers have gone out for Pat's family and friends. I believe that makes a difference.