February 10, 1964 - January 26, 2009 It is with a heavy heart that we must inform you that HH’s own contributing writer, K.Lee Kappmeier passed away on January 26, 2009 from colorectal cancer.
K.Lee was a beautiful biker, godduss, writer, yogini, and friend who filled lives and roads with her wit and wisdom. She was someone who simply loved life, and feared not death, but not fully living. As we look at her life, we all know and take comfort in that she truly did live fully and continues to do so in the words she left behind and in spirit from above. In her poignant last article for HH, “How a Biker Babe Battles Cancer”, she gives us inspiration despite the trials and tribulations of going through such an illness and how being a part of the biker sisterhood was an incredible source of strength for her. It is our pleasure to honor K.Lee, she will be missed dearly by not only us, but the whole motorcycle community, and our hearts go out to all of her friends and family. Namaste.
Take a moment to read one of her poems:
Weekend Warrior Goddesses
Collective soul the ironbutt, will of steel, and heart of gold-
we are women with vision beyond reason that takes hold
Pushing limits, pulling each other along
biker chicks are nothing less then strong
No room for weakness in the knees
as we slice through endless time in the breeze
Don’t hate us because we’re beautiful & bold;
mild mannered yet wild as we break the mold.
Praise the dirt on our boots and the sparkle in our eye
of spirit & tenacity worship all women in the wind as we fly by
To the Goddess we drive in dedication
Blessings build where we can plant inspiration
It’s a marathon motorcycle meditation !
We’ll take your breath away
destroying any compass of dismay
No guts no glory
we cycle and continue our Herstory.
By K.Lee Kappmeier
Please leave a comment to honor K.Lee.
I feel lucky to have shared the road with such a wonderful women.
Posted by: Mellow Mac | January 30, 2009 at 04:32 PM
I met K. Lee last year upon starting my Biker's Bling Business in San Diego. We immediately bonded with our shared passion of Fitness Businesses along with our passion for riding. We immediately shared stories and clicked. She was instrumental in my coverage with Fox News and in acquring the nice story in Helmet Hair Magazine. I had just spoke to her less than a week ago and had planned meeting for lunch. My heart is so full of sadness and loss. What a remarkable, kind, passionate and intelligent woman. I will miss her tremendously and know she will be leading many rides up above!
Kimberly Malasky
Bikers Bling
San Diego, CA
www.bikersblingonline.com
Posted by: Kimberly | February 04, 2009 at 05:41 PM
I met Kathy Lee about 12 years ago when she was my yoga teacher at the plunge. We became fast friends and spent many an evening after class, talking, playing flutes, rolling with laughter on the floor, and occasionally taking a dip in the ocean on full moon nights. Some of my best times have been with her. I love you K.Lee and you will be missed. Namaste my friend! See you later.
Posted by: Nicole Perretta | February 13, 2009 at 06:44 PM
I met K. Lee at the Women's Motorcycle Conference in Athens, GA in 2006. She was featured in Biker Ally Magazine with her article, Biker Yoga, Breathing between the Lanes. I remember her coming up to the Biker Ally Magazine booth where Rain, Jamie and I were working and talked to us about doing yoga on a bike. I thought it was insane but when I tried some of the easier hand and full body stretches, I found my ride back to Colorado more comfortable.
Rain and I ran into K. Lee on the road in Athens one late night. I knew it was her because of her wonderful hair and the way she rode. She laughed when we came up on her because we were yelling her name.
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was an open and beautiful person who knew no boundaries.
Thank you K. Lee.
Nancy "Fluffy"
Posted by: Nancy "Fluffy" Stern-Jude | April 20, 2009 at 06:50 AM
K. Lee was an amazing woman who truly changed my life, and continues to do so every time I practice yoga. Her gentle voice guides me, and I can still feel her touch aligning. To be able to guide souls through the darkness for a glimpse at the light is at the heart of what we all strive for in life. The gifts she gave freely to so many will live on in our hearts beyond all passing. Namaste om shanti Kathy Lee.
Posted by: Sandra | September 24, 2010 at 04:09 PM
Three years ago this was the last day I saw you. You smiled when I came in and said you had been waiting for your foot rub and then you closed your eyes for the last time for me. I kissed you on the forehead when I was done... I think of you often my friend.... thank you for sharing your dry sarcastic wit with us.....Namaste Nina
Posted by: N | January 25, 2012 at 02:45 PM