
“It’s amazing, Molly. The love inside, you take it with you.” ~ Patrick Swayze (Ghost)
I am merely one of hundreds of thousands of fans of the entertainer, Patrick Swayze. I did not know the real man. I only knew what many of us knew—the talented individual on screen.
This year has lost many iconic greats, creative people that in one way or the other made a significant stamp on our world. I don’t know if it’s because I am so connected to the world events by my computer, but the losses in 2009 have astounded me.
Patrick Swayze was an amazing talent. I enjoyed his acting, dancing, singing, and unique walk for many years. The roles he chose were so strong that they were unforgettable. And I wonder, just because I have always been in awe of the characters he played on film, does that mean I liked him as a person?
I guess in someway because the roles he chose in the films The Outsiders, Red Dawn, Dirty Dancing, Ghost, Roadhouse, Point Break had portrayed leaders with personal demons inside, made me think maybe that is how he lived his life. I don’t know.
He was married to the same woman for 34 years, someone who shared his interests of creativity, love, and life. I have been with my husband for 13 years and I can’t imagine my life without him. It is sad to know his wife and family are grieving for him.
One thing I did not know about Patrick Swayze was his battle with alcoholism. Again, something that made him a real person with faults, not just a iconic figure on screen. Whenever I watched his interviews they were always honest, spiritual, and positive.
He is one creative individual I will miss seeing in the spotlight.















