Messages for Hanna

Go fly with the Monarchs! Your spirit will live on in the ones you loved and touched with your kindness. I will never forget you! Thank you for the memories.

My dearest Sisi, I’m remembering the first day we met at Tuks, instantly, I knew I had to catch you and ask you out for coffee. Lovingly so, you said yes. We shared more than a sandwich sitting on the grass, we shared hearts and ambition. Your love and relentless support carried me through the toughest season in my life. I feel robbed by your early departure. But comforted by the song “it is well with my soul” … let it be well with yours too dear Sis, till we meet again. My heart will always carry our shared memories, hope this is enough to comfort you through this heavy passage of transition. Love you always, Dipuo ♥️

Hanna, Thank you for being so generous in sharing this voyage with us. You have been a wonderful blessing to all of the communities you have created and your writing and work have continued to be inspiring. May you find comfort in those dear to you and peace in this transition. With love and light, Carol

My dear Hanna, I am here now remembering learning the 'shaking horse' from you and sharing it with others, including my children who found it hilarious and also somewhat uncomfortable that I did it with them! lol! I remember our work together, our play together, our learning together, and our being in community together. I am so incredibly grateful to you and all I have learned from you. I will miss your physical presence here SO much. And I will keep space in my soul for your energetic presence and guidance. I wish you such a sweet sweet home-going and if you run into my sister Laura, I hope you will recognize in her deep soul a kindred and a friend to greet you as you return to Source. I send you so much love and kindness and gratitude for every moment we have shared with one another and with others. I love you very much, Hanna! I'll sense you in my own return soon enough. Cross softly, friend.

Beautiful Hannah, What an honor it has been to know you. What a blessing you have been to so many, and in so many profound ways. I wish you eternal peace as the infinite ocean of love surrounds you and carries you. With love, Carol

Dearest Hanna, thank you for my love of cape cod salt and vinegar chips. It’s not the chips I just love but the reminder that newness and something or someone to love are always just around the corner, or next to a bowl of soup. It was a dinner at Marc’s during our time in Inner Circus, the 2nd one with Medina, that I dared taste the chip I had sworn off for years for no reason other than I thought I didn’t like it. Turns out, I loved it. When I asked what was the brand, you chuckled and said the one with the lighthouse. I roved the aisles until I found the very one. All these years later, they are a staple in my pantry and I’ve converted many into lovers. Our time and friendship brought me many gifts. I cried staring into the eyes of strangers. I found joy in standing barefoot in the grass. I made my first pot of veggie soup to share with our classes. I attended the most beautiful celebration of life where I was able to say goodbye before goodbye. And while I can’t say that I’ll always do the best job, I’ll try my best to remember that there is always something or someone to love just around the corner. I will continue to look for lighthouses, like you. I love you. Thank you. May you find everlasting peace.

Beloved Hanna, your quirky curiosity about the world, your lack of judgement of other people and your endless creativity have always been an inspiration to me. More recently, you have humbled me with your courage and your commitment to making your life count, even when it was impossibly hard to do that. I am with you in spirit and holding your hand. See you on the other side. Much love, always, Terry

Dear Hannah. You are and always will be a beautiful soul! If there’s one thing I learned from my mother’s passing when I was 20… 44 years ago, your soul will live on in many people’s souls—with memories of your joy, courage, creativity and love. I’m sorry you’ve had to face this challenging disease. You’ve done it with such Grace and love. I wish you and your beloveds peace. Dance a jig of freedom when you ascend. I will treasure memories of our shared JourneDance adventures!! And every time I twirl using the scarf you exchanged with me, I will be sending you love and joy in heaven! God bless you and your loved ones.

Hanna, We know each other when we were both (along with Marc) part of the founding faculty at SVA. I clearly remember your playful, kind, curious and wise spirit. I have followed your journey during this time with deep, deep respect for your honest and sober sharing. I wish you an easeful transition. Sending much love your way, Julie Engel