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Tragedy on FWT...

Ok, so i was trying to decide where to post this heavy news. So i decided Justice is the best forum...

For those of you that know Michael from OriginalTE

FWT: http://www.fightwithtools.org/profile/OriginalTE

Michael Gorniak passed away:

Here is the Rocky Mountain News piece on it: http://www.rockymountainnews.com/news/2009/jan/16/writers-death-fal...

Please read the above article before you go on...

Memory Website: http://michaelgorniak.com/

Org Site: http://duhdenver.org/

I post this in Justice because it is thought that this may have been a suicide. We need to do something to let people know that there is somebody who cares for them. How can we provide justice through this tragedy? One idea that i had, that i put in to action is a text msg to my friends and family saying

"Yo. I wanted to take a second and tell you all i love you and thank you for all that you do, have done, and are doing! Thank you! You are more than friends... youre my family, and much appreciated!"

Friends, you are all my family! People need to know that you love & appreciate them more than Christmas, Valentines day and those holidays. How can we create sustainability in our culture if we can not break down these barriers? Any other ideas or thoughts?

Tags: Gorniak, Michael, OriginalTE

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JessPermalink Reply by Jess on January 30, 2009 at 11:07am
This is a terrible tragedy. My thoughts are with his loved ones and I hope they may find peace through his legacy.
lowkeyPermalink Reply by lowkey on January 30, 2009 at 12:10pm
I'd just like to echo Jess's sentiments to say that my thoughts and prayers are with his family & friends during these trying times.
Russ CordovaPermalink Reply by Russ Cordova on January 30, 2009 at 2:19pm
Michael and I crossed paths at a juncture in his life where he desperately needed things to work in his favor. We made the trek to Etown, Freestyled together, had real conversations about life and it's ups and downs, and tried to come up with a plan of action. My first actual conversation with him was in December (right around the time of the Arvada Wake Up session) although I do remember meeting him @ Tent State. He was a very passionate, driven, and creative person who inspired people and strove for the best! It was important to Michael for the Art community to unite, gain health care standards, and feed the hungry! He was a lyrical monster and could certainly give Jonny 5 or any of the other world class emcees, a run for their money! I am honored to have known this wonderful young man and will miss him dearly. I am writing a song with his inspiration and hope that he smiles down on it and knows that he is always in my heart and will never be forgotten!

RIP MSG
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DavePermalink Reply by Dave on January 30, 2009 at 3:54pm
Well, I didn't know him, but he sounded like a really awesome friend. How about 'depression groups' but not called that, I don't know how else to put it though. Organizations of people that can meet up and hang out, talk about problems(vent), and have a good time with friends. Let people know that they have friends that care about them and the issues in their lives. Would help to forget maybe some issues that person(s) may be going through? Or maybe meet someone else with same problems, or someone that's been in the same situation? I don't know, I think sometimes it helps just to go in that deep dark place that's bothering you, and share it. I don't know. That's just something that might help some people going through some problems in life. Life is too valuable and our mission is too big too lose our friends and family.
AnniePermalink Reply by Annie on January 30, 2009 at 4:10pm
Michael you will be missed. You were an amazing person with amazing ideas. I hope we all can continue your mission and your word. Rest in Peace!!!

I want to tell you all how much you all mean to me. You are all my family! Growing up with one parent and no siblings you learn who to trust. I want you all to know you are my brothers and sisters and I love and care for you dearly!
D.J. CoffmanPermalink Reply by D.J. Coffman on January 30, 2009 at 4:11pm
Terrible news.
AMPlifyPermalink Reply by AMPlify on January 30, 2009 at 4:30pm
Michael was such a genuine person and friend and he will be missed by many. His loved ones are in my thoughts and heart. Thank you Rus for sharing the picture. He will certainly not be forgotten. RIP Brother!
Russ CordovaPermalink Reply by Russ Cordova on January 30, 2009 at 5:23pm
NP - in the short time I knew him, I developed a great admiration for him. HE inspired FIRE so let the FIRE burn in his memory and may we all NEVER forget how he touched people's lives. Wish I had more time with him :(

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