Ellen Williamson

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October 6, 2020 · via iPhone

Six months has gone by so fast, without you by my side, there hasn’t been a moment I didn’t think of you, or a day I haven’t cried. Time keeps moving on, there’s nothing I can do, but remember every moment, I was able to share with you. We miss you Ellen❤️

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May 25, 2020 · via iPhone

I called Ellen “BeBe” growing up. I followed her everywhere. This is one of the many days spent in the sprinkler in our backyard. Wanted to share...

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April 28, 2020 · via iPhone

Ellen created so many beautiful pieces of art. Here are just a few...

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April 20, 2020 · via iPhone

A good friend of mine sent me this poem that was read at her Grandmothers funeral. I think about Ellen so much when I read it and wanted to share.

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- April 27, 2020

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April 16, 2020 · via iPhone

Sweet Bella in the backyard on April 10th.

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Shawn Ramsey I miss sweet Bella too.
- April 27, 2020

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April 12, 2020

Joy, kindness, grounded, fierce, loyal, brave, creative, loving...these are just a few words that come to mind when I think of Ellen Williamson, a life cut WAY TOO SHORT by breast cancer.

Today I spend the whole day remembering our times together, our... moreJoy, kindness, grounded, fierce, loyal, brave, creative, loving...these are just a few words that come to mind when I think of Ellen Williamson, a life cut WAY TOO SHORT by breast cancer.

Today I spend the whole day remembering our times together, our times apart but when I was constantly reminded of her by all that is beautiful in nature and life.

She was beyond special. It's like she was hardwired for goodness. No matter the injustice she would voice her disdain and then quickly turn to the light in everything. She loved Titos and soda, funky stylish clothes...oh, and, never forget the shoes, food of all sorts, humanity with all its gnarly warts. Like no other, she could flip something negative into possibility. She laughed. She loved. We all lost when she passed this week.

I remember when she generously went shopping with me. I hate shopping, but with her it was doable, fun, an adventure. She was always to the rescue, bringing her uniquities along with her.

She painted many pet portraits for me, a couple were my motley animal crew, a couple for dear friends. She captured their essence, their expressions. Even today, it is as if a living creature looks back at me in those paintings. Those renaissance painters had nothing on her.

She taught me how to love unconditionally. Through her actions, she taught me what grace truly was. She was a champion for others, young and old. She taught me how to radically change your life when her body was under siege -- ditching sugar, booze and embracing all that is natural and healthy in the world. She demonstrated the bravest actions day in and out throughout her second battle, recording live on facebook her trials and triumphs. She shared her grand adventures no matter the magnificence -- a trip to far off lands equaled the wonder of the songbirds in her backyard.

I was angry when I got the news. I went to my usual script - in a world that is full of hate and evil, why on earth can this beacon of optimism and hope be snuffed out so early...so young. Then I decided to just honor her...honor her gentle and kind voice and presence that drowned out the sadness of the world.

I genuinely believe that what she said was what she meant. It wasn't some sort of self-help mantra she read in a book and repeated out loud to convince herself. It was literally in her DNA, her soul.

Her smile lit up a thousand rooms of darkness, many of which were within me. She gave life a crushing bear hug and when it bit back the first time she had breast cancer she fought it off with Amazonian might. Ironically that was a huge gift for her. A come back with a powerful gentleness to teach us all gratitude and grace. Courage to quit an oppressive job and career. Fearlessness to fuel her rise to a queen of kindness, creativity, and brilliance.

She is an inspiration for happiness. Her legacy is one many of us only dream of, one where every human she encountered was uplifted to their next height by just being around her.

I can't thank her enough for all she did in our brief friendship. Some tangible, like dropping the grammar hammer on my first book when I asked her to pre-read and edit. She shared her merry band of friends with me who all unknowingly to them gave me the courage to take risks and live without the parallelizing fear of the odds stacked up. Some intangible like how kindness and empathy are our best weapons against the struggle in this world.

She was a lightning rod of joy. It's like her energy transcended time and space. She was truly a unicorn. I'm blessed to have encountered such a magical creature. Rest in peace, my friend. Your legacy of hope, kindness, and beauty reverberates eternally. less

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April 10, 2020

Today I went to what's become one of my favorite spots to remember and celebrate Ellen. There is mini-glen with a stream and a ginormous fallen tree on the ridge above. Down in the bottom by the water there have been little blooming things for weeks,... more

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April 10, 2020

Celebration of Ellen’s life, at Lake Macedonia, Speight Branch Greenway, Cary, NC.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.—Good Friday, April 10, 2020

I had the honor of coaching Ellen through the last six months of her life—so much of our time together she expressed... more

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

Remembering Ellen on this beautiful day. She was such an inspiration to so many and her spirit is truly palpable among us. Sending love and prayers to the entire Williamson family. You are not alone.

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

Mom and Dad’s backyard today❤️

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

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April 10, 2020

Ellen Williamson was such an inspiration to so many. Her smile, zest for life, positivity and fearlessness gave us all hope. She was an amazing force of energy! While living in Raleigh, we grew our friendship and bonded a lot over music. She loved... more

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April 10, 2020 · via mobile

So grateful for the sweet memories I have of Ellen. Her strength and hope and spirit and resilience will always be with me. Just got home from spending time in my favorite neighborhood park in her honor...soaking up the sun, the animals, the breeze... more

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April 10, 2020 · via mobile

We met as survivors in 2007 and remained breast friends. You fought like a girl! You are forever in my heart.

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April 10, 2020 · via iPad

In honor of you, dear Ellen, I wiggled my bare toes in the grass today at 11:00 and then checked on the new little wren family who have made a home among the pansies in my window box. I am so very grateful that our mutual love of creating art brought us... more

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

Remembering you today Ellen.

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April 10, 2020

Honoring my teammate and sending love to all

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April 10, 2020 · via mobile

My purple flower garden in memory of you my beautiful friend.

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April 10, 2020 · via mobile

And just like that youre surrounding us today with your light, warmth, and beauty ❤️

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April 10, 2020 · via mobile

I feel so blessed to have shared so many memories with my beautiful friend Ellen. Her beautiful spirit will live on with all of us. Napa and Sonoma wine country was one of favorite trips. Love you forever my friend.

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

We love you Ellen ❤️

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

Our hearts are with you!!
For Ellen

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April 10, 2020

I just always remember Ellen's big smile and the joy that seemed to radiate from her whenever you saw her. i loved the video of her dancing and smiling and all of her videos where she just reminded you to slow down and enjoy life.

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

2003

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

Trip to NYC 1989

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

2003

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

2003

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

2003

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2003

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2003

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2003

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

1987 & 2003

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

Girl Scouts approx 1984

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April 10, 2020 · via iPhone

1982

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April 10, 2020 · via mobile

Love, light, color, nature, creative, stylish, loyal, determined, spiritual, soulful, empathetic, fun, silly....That's Ellen Williamson A healer, teacher, and great listener to all those fortunate to have a piece of her in their life ❤️ will love and... more