Give in Johnny's honor and support a Wisconsin children's hospital.
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by part-time poet » Fri Aug 15, 2008 6:55 pm
Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.
-- J. M. Barrie
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by lifted_veil_87 » Fri Aug 15, 2008 6:57 pm
Johnny. . .he is just so lovely. . .I don't know what to say but luckily, his own words on the paper are the best testament to what a special and beautiful person he is. . .
And, Natalie, thank you so much for making the Zone the special place that it is, for all the hard work that you put into everthing that goes on here and for always presenting this site in such a wonderful way. . .
(must go and reread that letter again)!
"Depp is extraordinary. . .I mean, the currents within Johnny run very, very deep." - Michael Mann
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by Lucky13 » Fri Aug 15, 2008 7:00 pm
historicalpassion1 wrote:Johnny...it is I who continues to aspire in my efforts and contributions to, at the very least, attempt to keep up with YOUR level of thoughtfulness, commitment and kindess. You are an inspiration to me very single day.
Beautifully said HP1, ..... his kindness is absolutely never-ending.
Thank you Part-time Poet for sharing his beautiful letter with all of us.
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by LadyAbberline » Fri Aug 15, 2008 7:01 pm
I just cried reading this. Thank you Johnny, for being you, every single day. :bounce:You fill my heart with happiness.
Beautiful words, beautiful man, beautiful soul.
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by Sheri » Fri Aug 15, 2008 7:12 pm
What a very sweet, kind and thoughtful man! But we knew that.
As a pediatric nursing student and a proud fan of Johnny, I was happy to contribute!
Once again, many thanks to the Zone's administrators who made this wonderful opportunity possible.
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by ThespianAtHeart » Fri Aug 15, 2008 7:27 pm
He is a man among men. Truly a kinder soul is a rarity.
Is it any wonder we hold him in such high esteem???
Bless YOU, Johnny.
I'm not becoming like them; I am them.
God gave us memories so that we might have roses in December- JM Barrie
Not one man, no, not ten men, nor a hundred can assuage me - I will have you
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by KYwoman » Fri Aug 15, 2008 8:03 pm
Thanks PtP for posting this and thank you Johnny for your kind, sweet words.
It's easy to give in honor of someone who is himself so thoughtful and giving.
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by Mrs.Nobody » Fri Aug 15, 2008 8:15 pm
He has a way of huddling down under his hat and his totemsBut when the camera was on him, some of the times, he kind of beamed Johnny out It was striking, like one of those magic powers in those hobbit movies.John Richardson Esquire Magazine
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by shadowydog » Fri Aug 15, 2008 8:57 pm
I had tears in my eyes reading this letter....
How wonderful of him to say that he "
shall continue to aspire in my efforts and contributions to, at the very least, attempt to keep up with your level of thoughtfulness, commitment and kindness."
It was HIS level of thoughtfulness, commitment and kindness that inspired us and made us his faithful and loyal fans. May we continue to honor each other and Johnny in many more acts of thoughtfulness, commitment and kindness.
I have nothing to do and all day to do it in.
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by Inthezone » Fri Aug 15, 2008 9:08 pm
As always, Johnny's words render me speechless with awe and delight.
Natalie, thank you for providing us with a venue to both revere and honor him.
The selflessness and dedication of the "workers" at The Zone are matched by only one other person that I can think of on this earth!
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by Kate_with_a_K » Fri Aug 15, 2008 9:12 pm
Wow!! I'm so happy that he took the time to thank us. Thank you Natalie for organizing these birthday projects.
This is so wonderful and I'm so happy to be part of the Zone.
Kate
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by sweetchia » Fri Aug 15, 2008 9:14 pm
What a beautiful letter. Johnny has such a lovely way with the written word. It is clear he is deeply touched and I sure we all are, not only by his thoughtfulness in acknowledment, but by everyone's generosity here. I'm proud to be counted among such a lovely group of people.
M
During a day, if you don’t make someone smile or feel good about himself, you’re not a man! I don’t think you’re fulfilling your part of the bargain as a human being - Johnny
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by In-too-Depp » Fri Aug 15, 2008 9:16 pm
I don't know whether to
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after reading this wonderful message from Johnny. Thank you Natalie, theresa and all those that set up the birthday project so we could show our gratitude to Johnny for all that he gives to us. The thought of all the children benefiting from the project is in itself reward enough but this is definitely icing on that cake.
In deference to you all
The deference is ours and I
to you Johnny for all that you inspire in others without even seeming to aim for that objective. He reaches out to so many with action and not words, a truly kind and compassionate man.
And Wit, was his vain frivolous pretence
Of pleasing others, at his own expense
Rochester ,"Satyr" on Man
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by stroch » Fri Aug 15, 2008 9:26 pm
How kind of him to personally reply. "Utmost love and respect" -- wow. Thanks to the Zone for allowing me to be part of it all.
I'll buy you the hat....a really big one.
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by ~SB » Fri Aug 15, 2008 9:49 pm
Congratulations, Natalie, to you and everyone here at the Zone. It was an honor to be a part of this year's Birthday Project and reading Johnny's letter makes it even more special. He is truly amazing. It is such a gift he gives us that he can have the fame and all the "hooplah" that goes with it and remain the good, kind person we know him to be.
~SB
"Sometimes even the simplest of moments can leave a morsel that leads to something later on down the road."