Memorial Gathering

On April 22, about 30 people gathered at Dawn's and Barry's house in Walnut Creek for the purpose of remembering Bruce Noble and celebrating the life that he lived. Some of us had not seen each other in many years, a few of us had never met. All of us had some connection to Bruce, and through him, to each other. The sun was shining, though rain had been predicted. We walked up to the amazing oak tree and settled ourselves in its long welcoming branches which provided seating at various levels. Poems were read--some from people unable to join the gathering--memories from over the years were shared, stories were told. I think Jeff Love pretty much summed it up when he stood, stretched his arms toward the sky and shouted out "We love you Bruce!" Osha had Bruce's ashes in a large container and those who wished to took a handful and scattered them around the magnificent tree or took some with them to scatter or bury elsewhere. We walked back down to the house to share the food, sitting in small groups indoors and outdoors to continue sharing both humorous and poignant remembrances of our contact with Bruce. Osha read aloud the Zen story of the 10 Bulls which Bruce had always loved. It was a sweet day.

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Thursday, February 8, 2007

Steve Cavin

When I first met Bruce Noble, I thought I was meeting a mountain. He was a huge, powerful, plain-speaking man with a deep laugh and a huge bear hug. I grew to know Bruce by sitting in dyads with him over the next 20 years. He often fell asleep(!), but his intention and commitment to know the Truth never once wavered. What I admired most about Bruce was his perseverance, his willingness to accept the good and bad in his life without complaint, and his complete openness to put his full attention on another. Bruce was always ready to listen or help, any way he could.

When I gave my first intensive, Bruce was one of the participants. I made a point of recognizing Bruce as a mentor and one of the "old school" Enlightenment Masters who had shaped and defined our community. Where he has gone, who can say? But, I still hear him laughing, deep in my heart and mind.

Steve Cavin
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