Our relationships in life are full of give and take. In Brian's life, they were full of shared moments and being present in those moments with others. Appreciating and being in the now is something many of us strive for, but it can be elusive, with all the thoughts and emotions, that are flowing through us at any given time. Brian was able to emerse in those moments and recognize the importance they held. With Brian you could laugh, cry, share the trivial as well as the profound, all in a moment. He did not pick up where you both left off, he picked up where you were at, in that moment. Brian showed true strength, by the thoughtful kindness and gentle nature that he extended to all of us, equally. He worked very hard to make the many talents he shared, have meaning and bring joy. Whether it be his writings, his acting, his dancing, his films, his theatre projects or if he was simply serving the sustanance to get you to tomorrow, he did so in a seemingly effortless way, making you feel as if you were the only one in the audience, as if you were the only one he spoke to, as if you were the only person eating that day, as if you were the only soul he wanted to touch. Though Brian saw the humor in life and in people and had a great ability to make us all laugh, he was never mocking or condesending. He had an equal ability of finding the characters that had fallen between the cracks of society and digging them out, shining a light of dignity upon them, to warm them with worth and heal them with hope. Finding the fragile connections we all crave with each other, Brian was able to solidify those connections to last a lifetime. Brian never spoke ill of the people he shared his life with. No matter how challenging or fracture a relationship was, Brian always held hope, that the people he cared about, could overcome or heal the obstacles facing them. He had a wonderful way of making people he had just met or knew only causually, feel as though they had a trusted confidant, who really cared about them and their struggles. And he did truly care. Being as outgoing and friendly as Brian was, he was also a very private person. He protected those who cared about him, from the burden of his own challenges. Those who loved him, though we may have wished he would have leaned on us more, accepted this as his comfort and his way. Know that the troubles and secrets you shared, were held in sacred, confidence and locked safety away by Brian. Know that your fellowship as sister, brother, friend or lover was forever held in his heart. Brian came into this world fully awake and eyes wide open. He saw people not as things, but as beings. Not as what we are, but who we are. He did not try to mold anyone into his ideals, but accepted us for our own ideals. Brian had a life he loved here in LA. Though our paths rarely take us where we had planned to go. It is the ability to adapt and accept where we are, that can bring the contented peace we seek. Brian found that peace, in this home, with his dearest Tim and the Rescued Feral Players. Making a place a home is not a where and a when, but a here and a now. We are here to share the stories of our time with Brian. To share the laughter, to wipe the tears, to warm the hearts, to dash the fears. Honor the values he lived. Treat all creatures, including humans and Mother Earth with respect and dignity. Show a kind, gentle, hand to the fragile. Show a strong, solid, fist, against intolerence. Carry yourself with grace and aplomb in all your dealings. Make some laughter, for Christ's sake. Live your values as best you can. Brian was very aware, throughout his life, of the thin curtain that seperates us from our next act. He has slipped behind that curtain, to bring the power of his person to the next dimension. We are left with the wonderful feeling of a great experience, that we will cherish, the rest of our lives. These stories are your stories to pass on. Keep them fresh. Embelish them through time. For no matter how tall the tail becomes, it will never reach the majesty of the man. Do not weep for Brian, as he lived his life with purpose, kindness, thoughtfullness, humor and love. Do not weep for yourself, as you had the great fortune of having Brian as part of your life. Weep instead for the lost, lonely moments, just out of reach, that will no longer be filled, with our beautiful Brian.