A Vital Light: Paul Newman

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A Vital Light: Paul Newman

January 27, 2009 by windmtn

Paul Newman in Carnation, Washington. June 2007.

A short note of gratitude celebrating the inspiring life and brilliant career of actor, director, producer, entrepreneur, auto racing enthusiast, humanitarian, and philanthropist Paul Newman. January 26th would have marked his 84th birthday. He passed away September 26, 2008.

Dear Paul,

thank you for all the entertainment!

A vital light has dimmed and gone out. Its brilliance, however, is not lost. It will be forever reflected in the productions of a glorious career. It burns even now in the hearts of untold thousands, as the gentle and uplifting flame of gratitude. As it has for several decades. As it will for many many more.

Above all, Paul, thank you for your extraordinary example. In a world so often characterized by dread and indolence, how edifying and inspiring and needful is the great light of genuine authentic character that burns so bright and so true.

It is with the deepest and most sincere gratitude that I wish you bon voyage and happy trails. Shine on, brother, shine on.