Shane Koyczan ~ To This Day ~ A Life Changing Poetry Project

Shane Koyczan, photo courtesy of his Facebook page.

The infamous poem “To This Day” was written by Shane Koyczan and he has been performed readings worldwide for masses. I first heard of the poem when my youngest daughter came home from school one day and read it to me. Before she was finished I was in tears. For some reason, the beautiful words, meanings, and the message hit a special spot in me.

Shane Koyczan, photo courtesy of his Facebook page.

I later learned that author Sean Koyczan had made an incredible animated video to go along with the poem. I truly believe that it is something that everyone, both child, and adult should see. This is the Ted Talks video where Shane himself recites his poem. I love this video the best.

Here is the original animated video.

Shane is also on Facebook, Twitter and of course, Youtube,
Best of all, see his great book. To This Day, by Shane Koycyan
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