The Whole World Was Watching -- Go Get It

Last night was the book launch party for Romaine Patterson's book, The World Was Watching. I've known Romaine for a little over a year now and had admired her on-air antics on the Derek and Romaine Show on Sirius Satellite Radio.

Though I knew I little of the history of how Romaine was one of Matthew Shepard's best friends, and how Christina Ricci had played her in the film version of The Laramie Project, I still had a lot to learn about this angel hearted lesbian with a mouth like a sailor yet a laugh of sunshine.

Romaine is an activist that anyone can love. And this is what I've learned from her in this book. Her style of peaceful activism that she created in the face of hate inspires me. I could hardly get through the introduction without getting a little choked up.

I look forward to finishing the book.
I encourage you to go get the book.
And I'm honored to know Romaine Patterson.