Bahareh

I want to share with you all something incredible. I want you to see how the world is uniting with Iran and this movement for freedom and to what extent they are going to show their support. The support is not just at the rallies and on the Internet but also it's incorporated in people's every day lives.

In addition to the moving comments and messages from my friends on my Facebook postings about the events taking place in Iran, you have witnessed the inspirational pictures of every day Americans showing up at rally's or wearing the color green to show support. And if you have been following my blogs, you have read the incredibly touching poems of Mark Sengenberger, a true friend, who has used his talents to show the world that Americans do stand by Iran and understand the pain and suffering they are going through.
...And with each passing day, more and more people are joining the cause.

I will leave out the name of the person who this note is about for now until he chooses to put his name on here. This individual, who is a very dear friend of mine, is going to a concert in the next week and he has gone not only so far as just to think of an amazing idea but actually taking the steps to follow through and do all that he can to be the voice of the voiceless.

This dear friend of mine has written a letter to the concert organizers (The Artist's Publicist) to follow the foot steps of other artists who are showing support for Iranians across the globe these days.

Keep in mind this person is all American and has not been involved in any Iranian organizations or even gone to Iranian local events (concerts, dinners, picnics, etc.) in the past. He simply recognizes what's right and what every human being deserves to have and the basic human rights we often tend to take for granted living in this beautiful country. It amazes me how far he has taken his support and what he has done. He is a role model to me and I believe should be an inspiration to others, Iranian or not. Please read his letter below. I cried when I saw this.

I am posting this so that it triggers some new innovative thoughts and measures of support for the rest of us with things that we can do in our daily lives to show that we care, and together actually move the world.

To him, all I can say is Thank You! The people of Iran LOVE you for your support and the extent of your actions.

Please read this letter:

"Ms Moyer:

I'm writing to you as I am unable to determine if there is a more appropriate contact for this email. I will be attending the July 30 Josh Ritter concert at The Metro in Chicago. This is also the 40th day after the death of Neda Soltan in Tehran, Iran.

Obviously everyone attending the concert is going for the music and to enjoy themselves, myself included. I also know, from Josh's own words on Facebook, that he does not normally involve his music with politics; his only benefit show(s) has been for his uncle's political campaign. Having said this, I would like to humbly suggest that Mr. Ritter make a comment concerning those who are risking their lives for freedom in Iran.

You may be aware that the 40th day after a death is important in Islam. I'm not very well versed in Islam, but I believe that the mourning cycle is 40 days in length. There will be huge numbers of people on the streets in every city in Iran on 7/30. By the time Mr. Ritter takes the stage the day will be over in Iran, and there may be many more deaths (or possibly even the collapse of a regime, who knows?). If he can do so in sincerity I can guarantee that it will mean a lot to many of us in attendance for Mr. Ritter to simply make a statement of support for the protestors and in honor of those who have already been killed or imprisoned and tortured. It may even help some attendees better understand a situation that, while greatly important to international security, is very misunderstood.

Thank you for time. If you are aware of how I may more appropriately direct this message I would appreciate hearing such.

Sincerely,

I.A."

Whether or not the publicist responds or meassures are taken to incorporate this voice into the concert agenda is really not the point here. The fact that individuals like I.A. are thinking about different ways and taking different steps to keep the voices of Iranians alive through these critical times is the inspirational lesson that should be taken away for all of us.