I didn't know Kidder Smith directly and yet I did know him through my study and engagement of Sun Tzu: The Art of War (Shambhala Publications) in my teaching of Taijiquan at Naropa University. That translation, by the Denma Translation Group, led by Kidder Smith and James Gimian, has been invaluable and indispensable in introducing students to the practice of "taking whole" for many years. That translation has woven beautifully and powerfully supporting the view and teachings of Taiji, that is rooted in the Sun Tzu, joined with the teachings of the Dao De Jing and Zhongyong. The down to earth translation and teaching on how to apply such precious teachings in day to day life have touched many, many students at Naropa University. Rooted in the Vidyadhara's profound teachings on the Buddha Dharma of kindness and compassion and so much more, I am truly indebted to Kidder Smith (and Jim Gimian) for his compassionate activity of translation. He threw a pebble in the pond of human existence creating circular ripples reaching out to many students teaching them how to transform the aggression of ego, of the war within and without, into deeply rooted kindness. With a deep bow to Kidder, my heart goes out to you Kidder and those you have said goodbye to. Thank you!