Anne Morgan Stadler (March 9, 1931 - October 28, 2023)
Friends,
I just got off the phone with Sue Stadler, Anne’s daughter. Anne died peacefully yesterday afternoon, October 28 surrounded by her family. From Sue’s comments, it was clear Anne created the space for the kind of death she wanted: filled with love, tears, and laughter.
I’ll continue to act as a contact to share messages from the family. To be, as Sue put it…"part of the communication network as we let people know about plans for gathering, sharing stories, and honoring what Anne has learned with us all in the innumerable webs of love and learning that have made up her 92 year long life."
In the meantime, please continue to post your thoughts in this Google Doc https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gFoTdzw6N1iX2pGlkouXtrTOafTw2LxUaEeMjxfqes4/edit#bookmark=id.gp9idig7q5qq. The family will look at what we have all created as they are able. I suggest posting new messages on the opening pages, just below the picture of Anne. I have moved the messages written before she passed to a section below.
As an experiment, here is a discussion group for anyone who wishes to connect with others who loved Anne. You can subscribe by sending an email to SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.io mailto:SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.io. Perhaps we shall meet there as part of the Radiant Network.
If you wish to communication directly with Anne’s family, you can send an email to her daughter, Sue Stadler - suestad@gmail.com mailto:suestad@gmail.com and/or her son, Aaron Stadler - aaron@fatcatvdo.com mailto:aaron@fatcatvdo.com. They’ll share messages with their siblings. That said, please don’t expect a response. They have a lot going on!!
In terms of a memorial, when they know what they are going to do, I’ll pass on the message. If you have thoughts or offers for a memorial, contact Sue. They’ll likely do something outside so it may be a while before there is something in-person.
As we celebrate the life of one of the most remarkable people I have ever known, whom I deeply loved, I leave you with this thought: We are weaving ourselves as a radiant network with Anne's thread integral in connecting so many of us.
Much love to you all,
Peggy
P.S. The link to the mantra for transition I sent in an earlier message went to the wrong site. Here is the proper link: https://youtu.be/OV9LXGOXjgs?feature=shared
P.P.S. Below is a poem someone gave me when my mother passed. It keeps coming up for me as I think about Anne. I hope you find some comfort in it. I do.
GIVE WHAT'S LEFT OF ME AWAY
When I die
Remember me with a smile and laughter.
If thoughts of me provoke no love,
Only sadness and tears,
I ask that I be soon forgotten.
Give what's left of me away
To children and old men who wait to die.
And if you must cry, cry for your brother
Who walks in grief beside you.
And when you need me,
Put your arms around anyone,
And give them what you need to give me.
I want to leave you something.
Something better than words or sounds.
Look for me in the people I've known or loved,
Or helped in some special way.
And if you cannot give me away,
Let me live in your eyes for awhile,
As well as in your mind.
You can love me most
By letting love live
Within the circle of your arms
Embracing the frightened ones.
Love doesn't die, people do.
So when all that's left of me is love,
Give me away.
-- Merrit Malloy

Peggy Holman
peggy@peggyholman.com
Twitter: @peggyholman
Bellevue, WA 98006
206-948-0432
www.peggyholman.com
www.journalismthatmatters.org
Enjoy the award winning Engaging Emergence: Turning Upheaval into Opportunity https://peggyholman.com/papers/engaging-emergence/
"An angel told me that the only way to step into the fire and not get burnt, is to become
the fire".
-- Drew Dellinger
(Resend with the correct birth date)
On Oct 29, 2023, at 12:56 PM, Peggy Holman peggy@peggyholman.com wrote:
Friends,
I just got off the phone with Sue Stadler, Anne’s daughter. Anne died peacefully yesterday afternoon, October 28 surrounded by her family. From Sue’s comments, it was clear Anne created the space for the kind of death she wanted: filled with love, tears, and laughter.
I’ll continue to act as a contact to share messages from the family. To be, as Sue put it…"part of the communication network as we let people know about plans for gathering, sharing stories, and honoring what Anne has learned with us all in the innumerable webs of love and learning that have made up her 92 year long life."
In the meantime, please continue to post your thoughts in this Google Doc https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gFoTdzw6N1iX2pGlkouXtrTOafTw2LxUaEeMjxfqes4/edit#bookmark=id.gp9idig7q5qq. The family will look at what we have all created as they are able. I suggest posting new messages on the opening pages, just below the picture of Anne. I have moved the messages written before she passed to a section below.
As an experiment, here is a discussion group for anyone who wishes to connect with others who loved Anne. You can subscribe by sending an email to SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.io mailto:SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.io. Perhaps we shall meet there as part of the Radiant Network.
If you wish to communication directly with Anne’s family, you can send an email to her daughter, Sue Stadler - suestad@gmail.com mailto:suestad@gmail.com and/or her son, Aaron Stadler - aaron@fatcatvdo.com mailto:aaron@fatcatvdo.com. They’ll share messages with their siblings. That said, please don’t expect a response. They have a lot going on!!
In terms of a memorial, when they know what they are going to do, I’ll pass on the message. If you have thoughts or offers for a memorial, contact Sue. They’ll likely do something outside so it may be a while before there is something in-person.
As we celebrate the life of one of the most remarkable people I have ever known, whom I deeply loved, I leave you with this thought: We are weaving ourselves as a radiant network with Anne's thread integral in connecting so many of us.
Much love to you all,
Peggy
P.S. The link to the mantra for transition I sent in an earlier message went to the wrong site. Here is the proper link: https://youtu.be/OV9LXGOXjgs?feature=shared
P.P.S. Below is a poem someone gave me when my mother passed. It keeps coming up for me as I think about Anne. I hope you find some comfort in it. I do.
GIVE WHAT'S LEFT OF ME AWAY
When I die
Remember me with a smile and laughter.
If thoughts of me provoke no love,
Only sadness and tears,
I ask that I be soon forgotten.
Give what's left of me away
To children and old men who wait to die.
And if you must cry, cry for your brother
Who walks in grief beside you.
And when you need me,
Put your arms around anyone,
And give them what you need to give me.
I want to leave you something.
Something better than words or sounds.
Look for me in the people I've known or loved,
Or helped in some special way.
And if you cannot give me away,
Let me live in your eyes for awhile,
As well as in your mind.
You can love me most
By letting love live
Within the circle of your arms
Embracing the frightened ones.
Love doesn't die, people do.
So when all that's left of me is love,
Give me away.
-- Merrit Malloy
Peggy Holman
peggy@peggyholman.com
Twitter: @peggyholman
Bellevue, WA 98006
206-948-0432
www.peggyholman.com
www.journalismthatmatters.org
Enjoy the award winning Engaging Emergence: Turning Upheaval into Opportunity https://peggyholman.com/papers/engaging-emergence/
"An angel told me that the only way to step into the fire and not get burnt, is to become
the fire".
-- Drew Dellinger
Ah.
The first time I ever experienced Open Space Technology was at the
International Association of Public Participation Practitioners in
WHistler, BC, Canada in 1995. It changed my life, to be hosted by a small
team of beautiful facilitators who took a standard conference and opened
space for the 400 of us to spend a day in deep practice and conversation
and community together.
The team was Anne Stadler, Angeles Arrien and Chris Carter. What an
introduction to Open Space. I can still remember Anne lighting a candle
and placing it at the centre of a huge concentric swirl of chairs. I
figure I owe my path in life to the graciousness of Anne's opening and
invitation to Open Space. Over the past 28 years - for half of my life so
far - that one experience has set me on my course, and I am forever
grateful that I made the decision to go to that conference.
We have lost an Elder, a steward, a mentor and a friend. Someone who
always had our backs, someone who never wavered in her support of those who
were dedicated to make the world a more humane, creative and life-affirming
world. I feel so blessed to have walked a little on this journey alongside
Anne's wisdom, grace and fierce support.
Chris
On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 12:58 PM Peggy Holman via OSList <
everyone@oslist.org> wrote:
(Resend with the correct birth date)
On Oct 29, 2023, at 12:56 PM, Peggy Holman peggy@peggyholman.com wrote:
Friends,
I just got off the phone with Sue Stadler, Anne’s daughter. Anne died
peacefully yesterday afternoon, October 28 surrounded by her family. From
Sue’s comments, it was clear Anne created the space for the kind of death
she wanted: filled with love, tears, and laughter.
I’ll continue to act as a contact to share messages from the family. To
be, as Sue put it…"part of the communication network as we let people
know about plans for gathering, sharing stories, and honoring what Anne has
learned with us all in the innumerable webs of love and learning that have
made up her 92 year long life."
In the meantime, please continue to post your thoughts in this Google Doc
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gFoTdzw6N1iX2pGlkouXtrTOafTw2LxUaEeMjxfqes4/edit#bookmark=id.gp9idig7q5qq.
The family will look at what we have all created as they are able. I
suggest posting new messages on the opening pages, just below the picture
of Anne. I have moved the messages written before she passed to a section
below.
As an experiment, here is a discussion group for anyone who wishes to
connect with others who loved Anne. You can subscribe by sending an email
to SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.io. Perhaps we shall meet there as part
of the Radiant Network.
If you wish to communication directly with Anne’s family, you can send an
email to her daughter, Sue Stadler - suestad@gmail.com and/or her son,
Aaron Stadler - aaron@fatcatvdo.com. They’ll share messages with their
siblings. That said, please don’t expect a response. They have a lot going
on!!
In terms of a memorial, when they know what they are going to do, I’ll
pass on the message. If you have thoughts or offers for a memorial, contact
Sue. They’ll likely do something outside so it may be a while before there
is something in-person.
As we celebrate the life of one of the most remarkable people I have ever
known, whom I deeply loved, I leave you with this thought: We are weaving
ourselves as a radiant network with Anne's thread integral in connecting so
many of us.
Much love to you all,
Peggy
P.S. The link to the mantra for transition I sent in an earlier message
went to the wrong site. Here is the proper link:
https://youtu.be/OV9LXGOXjgs?feature=shared
P.P.S. Below is a poem someone gave me when my mother passed. It keeps
coming up for me as I think about Anne. I hope you find some comfort in it.
I do.
GIVE WHAT'S LEFT OF ME AWAY
When I die
Remember me with a smile and laughter.
If thoughts of me provoke no love,
Only sadness and tears,
I ask that I be soon forgotten.
Give what's left of me away
To children and old men who wait to die.
And if you must cry, cry for your brother
Who walks in grief beside you.
And when you need me,
Put your arms around anyone,
And give them what you need to give me.
I want to leave you something.
Something better than words or sounds.
Look for me in the people I've known or loved,
Or helped in some special way.
And if you cannot give me away,
Let me live in your eyes for awhile,
As well as in your mind.
You can love me most
By letting love live
Within the circle of your arms
Embracing the frightened ones.
Love doesn't die, people do.
So when all that's left of me is love,
Give me away.
-- Merrit Malloy
Peggy Holman
peggy@peggyholman.com
Twitter: @peggyholman
Bellevue, WA 98006
206-948-0432
www.peggyholman.com
www.journalismthatmatters.org
Enjoy the award winning Engaging Emergence: Turning Upheaval
into Opportunity https://peggyholman.com/papers/engaging-emergence/
"An angel told me that the only way to step into the fire and not get
burnt, is to become
the fire".
-- Drew Dellinger
OSList mailing list -- everyone@oslist.org
To unsubscribe send an email to everyone-leave@oslist.org
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CHRIS CORRIGAN
Blog and resources: http://www.chriscorrigan.com
Harvest Moon Consultants: https://www.harvestmoonconsultants.com
Upcoming events and workshops and online courses:
https://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/events/
Located on Nex̱wlélex̱wm (Bowen Island), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh-ulh territory,
What a gift to our Open Space community Anne was. So present, generous,
full of life and wisdom. She made us feel like family. She made me feel
like family.
I met her at Sleeping Lady in Leavenworth Washington at an Open Space
gathering hosted by Peggy Holman and Harrison. That single in person
encounter became a lasting friendship from afar that I will treasure
forever.
To my dear friends and colleagues who had the good fortune of knowing and
working with her closely, I extend my warmest sympathies. How she will be
missed!
Suzanne
On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 1:19 PM Chris Corrigan via OSList <
everyone@oslist.org> wrote:
Ah.
The first time I ever experienced Open Space Technology was at the
International Association of Public Participation Practitioners in
WHistler, BC, Canada in 1995. It changed my life, to be hosted by a small
team of beautiful facilitators who took a standard conference and opened
space for the 400 of us to spend a day in deep practice and conversation
and community together.
The team was Anne Stadler, Angeles Arrien and Chris Carter. What an
introduction to Open Space. I can still remember Anne lighting a candle
and placing it at the centre of a huge concentric swirl of chairs. I
figure I owe my path in life to the graciousness of Anne's opening and
invitation to Open Space. Over the past 28 years - for half of my life so
far - that one experience has set me on my course, and I am forever
grateful that I made the decision to go to that conference.
We have lost an Elder, a steward, a mentor and a friend. Someone who
always had our backs, someone who never wavered in her support of those who
were dedicated to make the world a more humane, creative and life-affirming
world. I feel so blessed to have walked a little on this journey alongside
Anne's wisdom, grace and fierce support.
Chris
On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 12:58 PM Peggy Holman via OSList <
everyone@oslist.org> wrote:
(Resend with the correct birth date)
On Oct 29, 2023, at 12:56 PM, Peggy Holman peggy@peggyholman.com wrote:
Friends,
I just got off the phone with Sue Stadler, Anne’s daughter. Anne died
peacefully yesterday afternoon, October 28 surrounded by her family. From
Sue’s comments, it was clear Anne created the space for the kind of death
she wanted: filled with love, tears, and laughter.
I’ll continue to act as a contact to share messages from the family. To
be, as Sue put it…"part of the communication network as we let people
know about plans for gathering, sharing stories, and honoring what Anne has
learned with us all in the innumerable webs of love and learning that have
made up her 92 year long life."
In the meantime, please continue to post your thoughts in this Google Doc
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gFoTdzw6N1iX2pGlkouXtrTOafTw2LxUaEeMjxfqes4/edit#bookmark=id.gp9idig7q5qq.
The family will look at what we have all created as they are able. I
suggest posting new messages on the opening pages, just below the picture
of Anne. I have moved the messages written before she passed to a section
below.
As an experiment, here is a discussion group for anyone who wishes to
connect with others who loved Anne. You can subscribe by sending an email
to SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.io. Perhaps we shall meet there as part
of the Radiant Network.
If you wish to communication directly with Anne’s family, you can send an
email to her daughter, Sue Stadler - suestad@gmail.com and/or her son,
Aaron Stadler - aaron@fatcatvdo.com. They’ll share messages with their
siblings. That said, please don’t expect a response. They have a lot going
on!!
In terms of a memorial, when they know what they are going to do, I’ll
pass on the message. If you have thoughts or offers for a memorial, contact
Sue. They’ll likely do something outside so it may be a while before there
is something in-person.
As we celebrate the life of one of the most remarkable people I have ever
known, whom I deeply loved, I leave you with this thought: We are weaving
ourselves as a radiant network with Anne's thread integral in connecting so
many of us.
Much love to you all,
Peggy
P.S. The link to the mantra for transition I sent in an earlier message
went to the wrong site. Here is the proper link:
https://youtu.be/OV9LXGOXjgs?feature=shared
P.P.S. Below is a poem someone gave me when my mother passed. It keeps
coming up for me as I think about Anne. I hope you find some comfort in it.
I do.
GIVE WHAT'S LEFT OF ME AWAY
When I die
Remember me with a smile and laughter.
If thoughts of me provoke no love,
Only sadness and tears,
I ask that I be soon forgotten.
Give what's left of me away
To children and old men who wait to die.
And if you must cry, cry for your brother
Who walks in grief beside you.
And when you need me,
Put your arms around anyone,
And give them what you need to give me.
I want to leave you something.
Something better than words or sounds.
Look for me in the people I've known or loved,
Or helped in some special way.
And if you cannot give me away,
Let me live in your eyes for awhile,
As well as in your mind.
You can love me most
By letting love live
Within the circle of your arms
Embracing the frightened ones.
Love doesn't die, people do.
So when all that's left of me is love,
Give me away.
-- Merrit Malloy
Peggy Holman
peggy@peggyholman.com
Twitter: @peggyholman
Bellevue, WA 98006
206-948-0432
www.peggyholman.com
www.journalismthatmatters.org
Enjoy the award winning Engaging Emergence: Turning Upheaval
into Opportunity https://peggyholman.com/papers/engaging-emergence/
"An angel told me that the only way to step into the fire and not get
burnt, is to become
the fire".
-- Drew Dellinger
OSList mailing list -- everyone@oslist.org
To unsubscribe send an email to everyone-leave@oslist.org
See the archives here:
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--
CHRIS CORRIGAN
Blog and resources: http://www.chriscorrigan.com
Harvest Moon Consultants: https://www.harvestmoonconsultants.com
Upcoming events and workshops and online courses:
https://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/events/
Located on Nex̱wlélex̱wm (Bowen Island), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh-ulh territory,
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Thank you Anne for all your gifts to humanity and to us Open Spaceniks.
I am sitting by our firestove, it’s been a very grey and rainy day. As I read through all emails on our list the sky is clearing up and the sun is shining again, after several rainy days, quite unexpectedly from the weather forecast and just perfect. Thanks for the sunshine you have brought and will keep bringing into our lives for many years to come.
With love and appreciation
Thomas
PS. Thanks all for sharing those beautiful videos and for sharing your memories with Anne ❤
Från: Suzanne Daigle via OSList everyone@oslist.org
Skickat: den 30 oktober 2023 10:07
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Ämne: [OSList] Re: Anne Morgan Stadler (March 7, 1931 - October 28, 2023)
What a gift to our Open Space community Anne was. So present, generous, full of life and wisdom. She made us feel like family. She made me feel like family.
I met her at Sleeping Lady in Leavenworth Washington at an Open Space gathering hosted by Peggy Holman and Harrison. That single in person encounter became a lasting friendship from afar that I will treasure forever.
To my dear friends and colleagues who had the good fortune of knowing and working with her closely, I extend my warmest sympathies. How she will be missed!
Suzanne
On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 1:19 PM Chris Corrigan via OSList <everyone@oslist.orgmailto:everyone@oslist.org> wrote:
Ah.
The first time I ever experienced Open Space Technology was at the International Association of Public Participation Practitioners in WHistler, BC, Canada in 1995. It changed my life, to be hosted by a small team of beautiful facilitators who took a standard conference and opened space for the 400 of us to spend a day in deep practice and conversation and community together.
The team was Anne Stadler, Angeles Arrien and Chris Carter. What an introduction to Open Space. I can still remember Anne lighting a candle and placing it at the centre of a huge concentric swirl of chairs. I figure I owe my path in life to the graciousness of Anne's opening and invitation to Open Space. Over the past 28 years - for half of my life so far - that one experience has set me on my course, and I am forever grateful that I made the decision to go to that conference.
We have lost an Elder, a steward, a mentor and a friend. Someone who always had our backs, someone who never wavered in her support of those who were dedicated to make the world a more humane, creative and life-affirming world. I feel so blessed to have walked a little on this journey alongside Anne's wisdom, grace and fierce support.
Chris
On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 12:58 PM Peggy Holman via OSList <everyone@oslist.orgmailto:everyone@oslist.org> wrote:
(Resend with the correct birth date)
On Oct 29, 2023, at 12:56 PM, Peggy Holman <peggy@peggyholman.commailto:peggy@peggyholman.com> wrote:
Friends,
I just got off the phone with Sue Stadler, Anne’s daughter. Anne died peacefully yesterday afternoon, October 28 surrounded by her family. From Sue’s comments, it was clear Anne created the space for the kind of death she wanted: filled with love, tears, and laughter.
I’ll continue to act as a contact to share messages from the family. To be, as Sue put it…"part of the communication network as we let people know about plans for gathering, sharing stories, and honoring what Anne has learned with us all in the innumerable webs of love and learning that have made up her 92 year long life."
In the meantime, please continue to post your thoughts in this Google Dochttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1gFoTdzw6N1iX2pGlkouXtrTOafTw2LxUaEeMjxfqes4/edit#bookmark=id.gp9idig7q5qq. The family will look at what we have all created as they are able. I suggest posting new messages on the opening pages, just below the picture of Anne. I have moved the messages written before she passed to a section below.
As an experiment, here is a discussion group for anyone who wishes to connect with others who loved Anne. You can subscribe by sending an email to SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.iomailto:SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.io. Perhaps we shall meet there as part of the Radiant Network.
If you wish to communication directly with Anne’s family, you can send an email to her daughter, Sue Stadler - suestad@gmail.commailto:suestad@gmail.com and/or her son, Aaron Stadler - aaron@fatcatvdo.commailto:aaron@fatcatvdo.com. They’ll share messages with their siblings. That said, please don’t expect a response. They have a lot going on!!
In terms of a memorial, when they know what they are going to do, I’ll pass on the message. If you have thoughts or offers for a memorial, contact Sue. They’ll likely do something outside so it may be a while before there is something in-person.
As we celebrate the life of one of the most remarkable people I have ever known, whom I deeply loved, I leave you with this thought: We are weaving ourselves as a radiant network with Anne's thread integral in connecting so many of us.
Much love to you all,
Peggy
P.S. The link to the mantra for transition I sent in an earlier message went to the wrong site. Here is the proper link: https://youtu.be/OV9LXGOXjgs?feature=shared
P.P.S. Below is a poem someone gave me when my mother passed. It keeps coming up for me as I think about Anne. I hope you find some comfort in it. I do.
GIVE WHAT'S LEFT OF ME AWAY
When I die
Remember me with a smile and laughter.
If thoughts of me provoke no love,
Only sadness and tears,
I ask that I be soon forgotten.
Give what's left of me away
To children and old men who wait to die.
And if you must cry, cry for your brother
Who walks in grief beside you.
And when you need me,
Put your arms around anyone,
And give them what you need to give me.
I want to leave you something.
Something better than words or sounds.
Look for me in the people I've known or loved,
Or helped in some special way.
And if you cannot give me away,
Let me live in your eyes for awhile,
As well as in your mind.
You can love me most
By letting love live
Within the circle of your arms
Embracing the frightened ones.
Love doesn't die, people do.
So when all that's left of me is love,
Give me away.
-- Merrit Malloy
Peggy Holman
peggy@peggyholman.commailto:peggy@peggyholman.com
Twitter: @peggyholman
Bellevue, WA 98006
206-948-0432
www.peggyholman.comhttp://www.peggyholman.com
www.journalismthatmatters.orghttp://www.journalismthatmatters.org
Enjoy the award winning Engaging Emergence: Turning Upheaval into Opportunityhttps://peggyholman.com/papers/engaging-emergence/
"An angel told me that the only way to step into the fire and not get burnt, is to become
the fire".
-- Drew Dellinger
OSList mailing list -- everyone@oslist.orgmailto:everyone@oslist.org
To unsubscribe send an email to everyone-leave@oslist.orgmailto:everyone-leave@oslist.org
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--
CHRIS CORRIGAN
Blog and resources: http://www.chriscorrigan.com
Harvest Moon Consultants: https://www.harvestmoonconsultants.com
Upcoming events and workshops and online courses: https://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/events/
Located on Nex̱wlélex̱wm (Bowen Island), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh-ulh territory,
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One of the most memorable memories for me is a few weeks she spent with us
in India, first for something like a Radiant Network event and gathering in
Pune, followed by an Open Space in Goa at the Taj Hotel there (also where I
first met Funda). At one point in the evening, Anne jumped into the
swimming pool, clothes and all, to be followed by everyone else! A real
ice-breaker for sure. She gave so much to so many of us. Journey on!
Gail West
On Mon, Oct 30, 2023 at 5:08 PM Suzanne Daigle via OSList <
everyone@oslist.org> wrote:
What a gift to our Open Space community Anne was. So present, generous,
full of life and wisdom. She made us feel like family. She made me feel
like family.
I met her at Sleeping Lady in Leavenworth Washington at an Open Space
gathering hosted by Peggy Holman and Harrison. That single in person
encounter became a lasting friendship from afar that I will treasure
forever.
To my dear friends and colleagues who had the good fortune of knowing and
working with her closely, I extend my warmest sympathies. How she will be
missed!
Suzanne
On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 1:19 PM Chris Corrigan via OSList <
everyone@oslist.org> wrote:
Ah.
The first time I ever experienced Open Space Technology was at the
International Association of Public Participation Practitioners in
WHistler, BC, Canada in 1995. It changed my life, to be hosted by a small
team of beautiful facilitators who took a standard conference and opened
space for the 400 of us to spend a day in deep practice and conversation
and community together.
The team was Anne Stadler, Angeles Arrien and Chris Carter. What an
introduction to Open Space. I can still remember Anne lighting a candle
and placing it at the centre of a huge concentric swirl of chairs. I
figure I owe my path in life to the graciousness of Anne's opening and
invitation to Open Space. Over the past 28 years - for half of my life so
far - that one experience has set me on my course, and I am forever
grateful that I made the decision to go to that conference.
We have lost an Elder, a steward, a mentor and a friend. Someone who
always had our backs, someone who never wavered in her support of those who
were dedicated to make the world a more humane, creative and life-affirming
world. I feel so blessed to have walked a little on this journey alongside
Anne's wisdom, grace and fierce support.
Chris
On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 12:58 PM Peggy Holman via OSList <
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On Oct 29, 2023, at 12:56 PM, Peggy Holman peggy@peggyholman.com
wrote:
Friends,
I just got off the phone with Sue Stadler, Anne’s daughter. Anne died
peacefully yesterday afternoon, October 28 surrounded by her family. From
Sue’s comments, it was clear Anne created the space for the kind of death
she wanted: filled with love, tears, and laughter.
I’ll continue to act as a contact to share messages from the family. To
be, as Sue put it…"part of the communication network as we let people
know about plans for gathering, sharing stories, and honoring what Anne has
learned with us all in the innumerable webs of love and learning that have
made up her 92 year long life."
In the meantime, please continue to post your thoughts in this Google
Doc
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gFoTdzw6N1iX2pGlkouXtrTOafTw2LxUaEeMjxfqes4/edit#bookmark=id.gp9idig7q5qq.
The family will look at what we have all created as they are able. I
suggest posting new messages on the opening pages, just below the picture
of Anne. I have moved the messages written before she passed to a section
below.
As an experiment, here is a discussion group for anyone who wishes to
connect with others who loved Anne. You can subscribe by sending an email
to SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.io. Perhaps we shall meet there as
part of the Radiant Network.
If you wish to communication directly with Anne’s family, you can send
an email to her daughter, Sue Stadler - suestad@gmail.com and/or her
son, Aaron Stadler - aaron@fatcatvdo.com. They’ll share messages with
their siblings. That said, please don’t expect a response. They have a lot
going on!!
In terms of a memorial, when they know what they are going to do, I’ll
pass on the message. If you have thoughts or offers for a memorial, contact
Sue. They’ll likely do something outside so it may be a while before there
is something in-person.
As we celebrate the life of one of the most remarkable people I have
ever known, whom I deeply loved, I leave you with this thought: We are
weaving ourselves as a radiant network with Anne's thread integral in
connecting so many of us.
Much love to you all,
Peggy
P.S. The link to the mantra for transition I sent in an earlier message
went to the wrong site. Here is the proper link:
https://youtu.be/OV9LXGOXjgs?feature=shared
P.P.S. Below is a poem someone gave me when my mother passed. It keeps
coming up for me as I think about Anne. I hope you find some comfort in it.
I do.
GIVE WHAT'S LEFT OF ME AWAY
When I die
Remember me with a smile and laughter.
If thoughts of me provoke no love,
Only sadness and tears,
I ask that I be soon forgotten.
Give what's left of me away
To children and old men who wait to die.
And if you must cry, cry for your brother
Who walks in grief beside you.
And when you need me,
Put your arms around anyone,
And give them what you need to give me.
I want to leave you something.
Something better than words or sounds.
Look for me in the people I've known or loved,
Or helped in some special way.
And if you cannot give me away,
Let me live in your eyes for awhile,
As well as in your mind.
You can love me most
By letting love live
Within the circle of your arms
Embracing the frightened ones.
Love doesn't die, people do.
So when all that's left of me is love,
Give me away.
-- Merrit Malloy
Peggy Holman
peggy@peggyholman.com
Twitter: @peggyholman
Bellevue, WA 98006
206-948-0432
www.peggyholman.com
www.journalismthatmatters.org
Enjoy the award winning Engaging Emergence: Turning Upheaval
into Opportunity https://peggyholman.com/papers/engaging-emergence/
"An angel told me that the only way to step into the fire and not get
burnt, is to become
the fire".
-- Drew Dellinger
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Adding to the reflections….
Anne was the most remarkable person I've ever known. She had a gift for asking evocative questions that took us by surprise in the best of ways. It is a skill I aspire to, channeling my inner Anne to overcome my natural introversion.
Three questions from Anne that I think guided her: What are we learning? What do we love? What are we taking with us from our time together?
I loved her deeply and feel the hole her physical absence leaves in my life. And I have no doubt I continue to be in conversation with her for as long as I’m around.
Love,
Peggy
On Oct 30, 2023, at 7:44 AM, Gail West via OSList everyone@oslist.org wrote:
One of the most memorable memories for me is a few weeks she spent with us in India, first for something like a Radiant Network event and gathering in Pune, followed by an Open Space in Goa at the Taj Hotel there (also where I first met Funda). At one point in the evening, Anne jumped into the swimming pool, clothes and all, to be followed by everyone else! A real ice-breaker for sure. She gave so much to so many of us. Journey on!
Gail West
On Mon, Oct 30, 2023 at 5:08 PM Suzanne Daigle via OSList <everyone@oslist.org mailto:everyone@oslist.org> wrote:
What a gift to our Open Space community Anne was. So present, generous, full of life and wisdom. She made us feel like family. She made me feel like family.
I met her at Sleeping Lady in Leavenworth Washington at an Open Space gathering hosted by Peggy Holman and Harrison. That single in person encounter became a lasting friendship from afar that I will treasure forever.
To my dear friends and colleagues who had the good fortune of knowing and working with her closely, I extend my warmest sympathies. How she will be missed!
Suzanne
On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 1:19 PM Chris Corrigan via OSList <everyone@oslist.org mailto:everyone@oslist.org> wrote:
Ah.
The first time I ever experienced Open Space Technology was at the International Association of Public Participation Practitioners in WHistler, BC, Canada in 1995. It changed my life, to be hosted by a small team of beautiful facilitators who took a standard conference and opened space for the 400 of us to spend a day in deep practice and conversation and community together.
The team was Anne Stadler, Angeles Arrien and Chris Carter. What an introduction to Open Space. I can still remember Anne lighting a candle and placing it at the centre of a huge concentric swirl of chairs. I figure I owe my path in life to the graciousness of Anne's opening and invitation to Open Space. Over the past 28 years - for half of my life so far - that one experience has set me on my course, and I am forever grateful that I made the decision to go to that conference.
We have lost an Elder, a steward, a mentor and a friend. Someone who always had our backs, someone who never wavered in her support of those who were dedicated to make the world a more humane, creative and life-affirming world. I feel so blessed to have walked a little on this journey alongside Anne's wisdom, grace and fierce support.
Chris
On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 12:58 PM Peggy Holman via OSList <everyone@oslist.org mailto:everyone@oslist.org> wrote:
(Resend with the correct birth date)
On Oct 29, 2023, at 12:56 PM, Peggy Holman <peggy@peggyholman.com mailto:peggy@peggyholman.com> wrote:
Friends,
I just got off the phone with Sue Stadler, Anne’s daughter. Anne died peacefully yesterday afternoon, October 28 surrounded by her family. From Sue’s comments, it was clear Anne created the space for the kind of death she wanted: filled with love, tears, and laughter.
I’ll continue to act as a contact to share messages from the family. To be, as Sue put it…"part of the communication network as we let people know about plans for gathering, sharing stories, and honoring what Anne has learned with us all in the innumerable webs of love and learning that have made up her 92 year long life."
In the meantime, please continue to post your thoughts in this Google Doc https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gFoTdzw6N1iX2pGlkouXtrTOafTw2LxUaEeMjxfqes4/edit#bookmark=id.gp9idig7q5qq. The family will look at what we have all created as they are able. I suggest posting new messages on the opening pages, just below the picture of Anne. I have moved the messages written before she passed to a section below.
As an experiment, here is a discussion group for anyone who wishes to connect with others who loved Anne. You can subscribe by sending an email to SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.io mailto:SendAnneLove+subscribe@groups.io. Perhaps we shall meet there as part of the Radiant Network.
If you wish to communication directly with Anne’s family, you can send an email to her daughter, Sue Stadler - suestad@gmail.com mailto:suestad@gmail.com and/or her son, Aaron Stadler - aaron@fatcatvdo.com mailto:aaron@fatcatvdo.com. They’ll share messages with their siblings. That said, please don’t expect a response. They have a lot going on!!
In terms of a memorial, when they know what they are going to do, I’ll pass on the message. If you have thoughts or offers for a memorial, contact Sue. They’ll likely do something outside so it may be a while before there is something in-person.
As we celebrate the life of one of the most remarkable people I have ever known, whom I deeply loved, I leave you with this thought: We are weaving ourselves as a radiant network with Anne's thread integral in connecting so many of us.
Much love to you all,
Peggy
P.S. The link to the mantra for transition I sent in an earlier message went to the wrong site. Here is the proper link: https://youtu.be/OV9LXGOXjgs?feature=shared
P.P.S. Below is a poem someone gave me when my mother passed. It keeps coming up for me as I think about Anne. I hope you find some comfort in it. I do.
GIVE WHAT'S LEFT OF ME AWAY
When I die
Remember me with a smile and laughter.
If thoughts of me provoke no love,
Only sadness and tears,
I ask that I be soon forgotten.
Give what's left of me away
To children and old men who wait to die.
And if you must cry, cry for your brother
Who walks in grief beside you.
And when you need me,
Put your arms around anyone,
And give them what you need to give me.
I want to leave you something.
Something better than words or sounds.
Look for me in the people I've known or loved,
Or helped in some special way.
And if you cannot give me away,
Let me live in your eyes for awhile,
As well as in your mind.
You can love me most
By letting love live
Within the circle of your arms
Embracing the frightened ones.
Love doesn't die, people do.
So when all that's left of me is love,
Give me away.
-- Merrit Malloy
Peggy Holman
peggy@peggyholman.com mailto:peggy@peggyholman.com
Twitter: @peggyholman
Bellevue, WA 98006
206-948-0432
www.peggyholman.com http://www.peggyholman.com/
www.journalismthatmatters.org http://www.journalismthatmatters.org/
Enjoy the award winning Engaging Emergence: Turning Upheaval into Opportunity https://peggyholman.com/papers/engaging-emergence/
"An angel told me that the only way to step into the fire and not get burnt, is to become
the fire".
-- Drew Dellinger
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Harvest Moon Consultants: https://www.harvestmoonconsultants.com https://www.harvestmoonconsultants.com/
Upcoming events and workshops and online courses: https://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/events/
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