Friend & Inspiration

There are some people you really can’t help but admire. Lindsay Hyde is definitely one of them.

It’s been an incredible ride: Through meeting her and helping her with her DC tour, I’ve learned a lot and realized the amazing potential. Through getting to know her, I’ve realize what an awesome person she is… and what a fun friend she could be.

It’s been nice. Earlier this week the article I seeded came to fruition, complete with a giant picture of Lindsay’s smiling face. It’s led to other leads, including a radio interview this weekend. I’m so impressed by her work and her organization, and pitching her story is ridiculously easy. It’s just that interesting. She’ll definitely beat me to Time’s 100 list. ; )

Anyways, a few weekends ago I received an e-vite from her for a housewarming party. I’m not very familiar with the whole e-vite process… so I figured it was sent to a mass mailing list and I was on it accidentally, as a work contact.

But when she thanked me re: the Globe piece, she added, “And I really hope to see you at my party on Saturday!”

Gulp. “Of course!” I responded. And quickly ran out to get a nice housewarming gift.

The party was last night, and I ventured over after my father’s birthday dinner at Sel de la Terre. It was so great to see her… and see her as a friend, a fiancée (as of yesterday!), and totally in her own, social, causal element.

That’s about when it dawned on me. Truly, “ordinary” people can do extraordinary things. She’s just a smart girl with a good idea, with passion, and with loving support from friends and family.

Now all I need is a good idea.