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Post by: Setekh on August 14, 2004, 03:31:50 pm: Guys, I just got news that my mother just passed away a few minutes ago.

I am leaving for the hospital now.
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Post by: karajorma on August 14, 2004, 03:34:35 pm: My condolences Steak. Hope you know that we'll all be here for you if you need us.
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Post by: Unknown Target on August 14, 2004, 03:35:18 pm: I'm sorry...best wishes :(
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Post by: vyper on August 14, 2004, 03:41:25 pm: I'm sorry steak.

(no sig as sign of respect)
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Post by: magatsu1 on August 14, 2004, 04:01:41 pm: Condolences Setekh
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Post by: Flipside on August 14, 2004, 04:01:41 pm: I'm sorry to hear that Setekh :(

My condolences :(
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Post by: Carl on August 14, 2004, 04:02:39 pm: that's one of the worst things that could ever happen to you. i'm so sorry :(
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Post by: Rictor on August 14, 2004, 04:05:53 pm: I'm really sorry to hear that. My best wishes go out to you and yours.
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Post by: TilenN on August 14, 2004, 04:28:44 pm: So sorry man...
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Post by: diamondgeezer on August 14, 2004, 04:28:57 pm: So sorry to hear that Steak mate
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Post by: Levyathan on August 14, 2004, 04:42:32 pm: :(
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Post by: Crazy_Ivan80 on August 14, 2004, 04:51:20 pm: no..... :(

my condolences.
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Post by: Skippy on August 14, 2004, 04:54:42 pm: Oh sh***** :(
Non......

Sorry to hear that, my condolences :(
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Post by: aldo_14 on August 14, 2004, 05:03:41 pm: Quote
Originally posted by karajorma
My condolences Steak. Hope you know that we'll all be here for you if you need us.

I think everyone here echoes that statement.

My deepest condolences.
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Post by: Hippo on August 14, 2004, 05:06:18 pm: My condolances :(
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Post by: jdjtcagle on August 14, 2004, 05:12:36 pm: God Bless you Setekh :(
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Post by: Corhellion on August 14, 2004, 05:21:24 pm: My condolences :(
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Post by: TrashMan on August 14, 2004, 05:25:42 pm: My conlolences...

B.t.w. - an0n asked me to post this image on his behalf:
Removed. // Sandwich
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Post by: Moonsword on August 14, 2004, 05:30:18 pm: God, it's a shock to hear news like this. I remember when my grandmother died...

My condolences, and I know this is far harder to you than that was on me, Setekh.

Godspeed, madam, and His grace to you in your time of need, Setekh.
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Post by: Kamikaze on August 14, 2004, 05:32:12 pm: My condolences.
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Post by: aldo_14 on August 14, 2004, 05:59:31 pm: <>
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Post by: TrashMan on August 14, 2004, 06:06:24 pm: an0n asked me to post that image on his behlaf..and it showed a boquest and a conolances message.

somone must have tampered with it....
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Post by: karajorma on August 14, 2004, 06:09:49 pm: We all know who Trashman. This isn't really the time or place to get into it.
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Post by: Ace on August 14, 2004, 06:27:04 pm: My condolences.
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Post by: Tiara on August 14, 2004, 06:32:36 pm: You have my condolences... :(
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Post by: Setekh on August 14, 2004, 06:42:03 pm: I just got back, have to ring around and organise things. Thanks, everyone. I truly appreciate it. Meanwhile, I have a eulogy to write. Not sure when I'll be back, guys, but it shouldn't be too long.
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Post by: Thorn on August 14, 2004, 06:59:43 pm: Dude. Pardon the language, but **** us. We aren't important right now. Take as much time as you have to. Dont be embarrased to vent either, wether it's crying, or throwing rocks in the ocean and yelling at the waves, you'll feel a hell of a lot better later.

I'm pretty useless in these situations, so I'll just add my condolences and leave you alone.
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Post by: Sandwich on August 14, 2004, 07:05:00 pm: Eddie - my prayers and condolences.

I sent you an email to your 3dap account.
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Post by: redmenace on August 14, 2004, 07:21:45 pm: So sorry Steak.
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Post by: Night Hammer on August 14, 2004, 07:48:01 pm: Sorry to hear it Steak, like Kaj said were all here for you.
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Post by: HeX on August 14, 2004, 07:49:49 pm: My condolences old friend. :(
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Post by: Goober5000 on August 14, 2004, 08:26:49 pm: My condolences. :( I can't imagine the heartache of being separated from her, but you can always look forward to the reunion. :)
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...in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
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Post by: Jetmech Jr. on August 14, 2004, 09:00:03 pm: Sorry to hear about that, Setekh :(
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Post by: Turnsky on August 14, 2004, 09:31:37 pm: my condolences :(
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Post by: Mr. Vega on August 14, 2004, 10:13:39 pm: Quote
My condolances
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Post by: silverwolf on August 14, 2004, 10:24:31 pm: Sorry to hear that. May she have a good afterlife. And i agree Thorn Take all the time you need and come back when everythings settled.
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Post by: Solatar on August 14, 2004, 10:48:25 pm: My condolences. (insert something moving and original here...)
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Post by: Singh on August 14, 2004, 10:56:39 pm: Condolences Steak...not much else I can say unfortunately :(

Take as much time as you need - this is more important than HLP, so dont worry even a bit about us.
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Post by: IceFire on August 14, 2004, 11:23:40 pm: Quote
Originally posted by Setekh
I just got back, have to ring around and organise things. Thanks, everyone. I truly appreciate it. Meanwhile, I have a eulogy to write. Not sure when I'll be back, guys, but it shouldn't be too long.

Sorry to hear about your loss. Best wishes to you and your family in a very tough time.
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Post by: Knight Templar on August 14, 2004, 11:27:11 pm: Quote
Originally posted by Kamikaze
My condolences.
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Post by: Getter Robo G on August 15, 2004, 12:07:32 am: The community's thoughts and prayers are with you... God Bless...
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Post by: Stealth on August 15, 2004, 01:06:50 am: so sorry to hear it Setekh. thinking and praying for you and the rest of your family.
and if there's anything we can do, just say the word.
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Post by: Liberator on August 15, 2004, 01:39:12 am: Condolences, at least she's in a better place now.

May God watch over you and keep you in all the quiet places you must walk.
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Post by: Fury on August 15, 2004, 01:53:18 am: Truly sad news. Condolences Setekh. :(
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Post by: Gloriano on August 15, 2004, 04:09:21 am: My condolences Eddie :( It's really sad news
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Post by: Fear on August 15, 2004, 04:22:37 am: :( My condolences:( :( :( :(
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Post by: Ryx on August 15, 2004, 04:52:44 am: :(
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Post by: Dark_4ce on August 15, 2004, 12:25:35 pm: My condolences...
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Post by: Darkage on August 15, 2004, 12:29:34 pm: Quote

my condolences :(
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Post by: Taristin on August 15, 2004, 02:05:24 pm: I'm so sorry, Ed. (I hope you don't mind, but a callsign just seems innappropriate at a time like this.) But she's most likely in a better place than this world can offer. My sincerest sympathy and condolences. :(
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Post by: Lightspeed on August 15, 2004, 06:03:37 pm: Condolences, have faith she's in a better place now.
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Post by: LOKO on August 15, 2004, 08:34:20 pm: My condolences.
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Post by: phreak on August 15, 2004, 08:53:31 pm: :(
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Post by: Sigma957 on August 15, 2004, 09:38:32 pm: I am saddened to hear of your loss, my prayers go out to you and your family Setekh:(
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Post by: ShadowWolf_IH on August 15, 2004, 10:46:58 pm: I am very sorry to hear that. It's hard to find the right words in these situations, but maybe this will help, it's what my father told me when i lost my first fiance.....

Mourn your loss, not her life. And remember her as she was, not as she is. That way, you remember how she touched your life, and through the lessons learned, she lives on in you.

I'm truly sorry that that's the best i can do for a kind word. I hope that you family finds solace in this time of need.
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Post by: Setekh on August 15, 2004, 11:38:08 pm: Things are going okay right now. Over the past 24 hours, most of us have reconciled ourselves to the whole event - though we haven't (and won't for at least a couple of weeks) gotten used to the whole idea of her not being around now. I had some mates over last night to mourn with us - it was a very joyful time. :)

The funeral is on Friday morning.
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Post by: Sesquipedalian on August 16, 2004, 12:04:29 am: This is from my sermon notes today. You know it, of course, Eddie, but such truths are always good to hear in times like this:
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We do not now know fully what our mode of existence will be like in the New Jerusalem, but nevertheless God has revealed to us some knowledge about it. The keystone of our Christian hope is, of course, the promised resurrection from death. The Apostle’s Creed summarises the eschatological vision with a succinct reference to “the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting,” while the Nicene Creed uses almost the same wording. This central point is the key to all of creation’s redemption, Romans 8 tells us, and the desire of our inmost beings. We groan inwardly, waiting for the day when Jesus will return, when we will be raised to new life, imperishable and immortal, to inherit the kingdom of God so that “They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God.” This will be the end of the tyranny of death and the fear of nothingness that gnaws at the human heart. At its most fundamental level, the gospel offers us hope because it offers us life with our God and Father in a relationship that is never to be broken again by the powers of death.
Blessings, comfort and joy, my friend. God is with you.
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Post by: Unidan on August 16, 2004, 12:11:06 am: *hug* Sorry Steak.. Glad you're dealing okay.
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Post by: pyro-manic on August 16, 2004, 08:48:56 am: Damn...

I can't really say anything that hasn't already been said. I can't even begin to imagine what you must be going through. You have my deepest sympathy.
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Post by: Gortef on August 16, 2004, 10:02:04 am: oh dear :(
My deepest condolences Setekh
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Post by: Setekh on August 18, 2004, 09:25:14 am: Thanks again for all the words, guys. You got some top notes there, Sesq. :)

Things are in place for the funeral, which is happening in one and a half days. Took this week off uni so far... but it's felt as if it's been ages since she passed away. Strange.
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Post by: J3Vr6 on August 18, 2004, 09:37:15 am: Setekh, my sincerest condolences. I'd hug u right now if you were here. My prayers go out to u and your family.
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Post by: GT-Keravnos on August 18, 2004, 10:00:25 am: Why do the worst things happen to the best people?

Some times the mind grows numb to drive away the pain. I think that you are in that stage right now. From the little I know, it seems that your mother suffered a lot. If anything can be said about that, she is not suffering now.

When the pain of her loss returns, please remember 3 things...

1) She is not in pain anymore.
2) She will always be watching over you.
3) She never wants to see you sad. Your smile means the world for her.

She walks with angels.
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Post by: ionia23 on August 18, 2004, 10:44:44 am: As well from this side of the universe, I'm deeply sorry for your loss.
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Post by: Fractux on August 18, 2004, 12:17:03 pm: Setekh, I send you and your family my sincere sympathies.

I find that memories of those loved serve well to brighten up dark times. Remembering our loved ones makes sure that they haven't moved on and left us behind, but that they are always here with us.
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Post by: redsniper on August 18, 2004, 04:38:59 pm: I can't really say much that hasn't been said already. I'm very sorry for your loss. You're one of the most mature and level-headed people I know of, so I know you'll make it through this just fine. Take all the time you need to mourn and know that we'll all be here waiting for you.
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Post by: BlackDove on August 18, 2004, 04:55:16 pm: Hope you're doing allright Set.
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Post by: WMCoolmon on August 19, 2004, 12:26:09 am: :blah: :(
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Post by: Blue Lion on August 19, 2004, 12:37:52 am: I remember months ago when she was not well. I also remember you not feeling too well, Setekh. As someone who's lost a family member I can tell you it does get better, and you will feel better in time. And it's not that you forget, she's just in a better place. Wherever that may be.

My condolences
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Post by: beatspete on August 19, 2004, 04:16:24 am: I don't think there's anything new I can say. You seem to be coping well. Given time everything will be ok.

Peter
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Post by: Hippo on August 19, 2004, 08:10:33 am: I spoke to Galemp online, and he too sends his condolances.
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Post by: Setekh on August 20, 2004, 03:52:58 am: The funeral was today. It was amazing - 50 of my friends alone came. There was something like 220 attendees in total... we couldn't all fit in the church. :)
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Post by: Ace Pace on August 20, 2004, 04:23:55 am: My deepest condolences Setekh.:( :(
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Post by: Rampage on August 20, 2004, 11:50:00 am: Steak, there's a song titled In My Life by the Christian band Selah. I strongly suggest it to you.

Death is rebirth, my brother.
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Post by: jdjtcagle on August 20, 2004, 05:44:16 pm: Quote
Originally posted by Setekh
The funeral was today. It was amazing - 50 of my friends alone came. There was something like 220 attendees in total... we couldn't all fit in the church. :)

It feels good to know that people care about you enough to come to your mothers funeral, doesn't it :)

I've been the same situation once, (the Church being packed) but this is not the place for it.

I wish you the best days ahead :nod:
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Post by: Setekh on August 20, 2004, 07:52:30 pm: Thanks for the recommendation, Rampage. I'll try and track it down. :nod:

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It feels good to know that people care about you enough to come to your mothers funeral, doesn't it :)

I've been the same situation once, (the Church being packed) but this is not the place for it.

I wish you the best days ahead :nod:

Yeah, it's funny, you could've mistaken it for my funeral. ;) You're absolutely right, it really was wonderful - I know they all wanted to be there, though. Every one of my friends who walked in our door was a son or daughter to her. :)
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Post by: Flipside on August 20, 2004, 07:55:39 pm: I'm glad she got the sending off she deserved Setekh, she certainly seems to have done a fine job with her own kid, so she can at least move on proud :)
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Post by: Sesquipedalian on August 20, 2004, 07:58:50 pm: It sounds like she was a strong, Godly woman full of love, Eddie. Be proud. :)
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Post by: Setekh on August 20, 2004, 08:27:16 pm: Thanks, guys. I'm sure she would have been amazed at all the support she's been getting from you guys around the world, too... it's awesome. :nod:

As for this week, I may be takinge it off uni as well, to spend time hanging out with family and closing off this part of the mourning process. It's been kinda strange the last few days because relatives have been over, meaning the house has been totally packed out and busy like nothing else. Come Monday it'll be just us four (Dad, brother, sister, me) in the house... really quiet. Just have to wait it out, right now... which gives me time to catch up to all the emails and PMs I haven't been able to answer. ;)
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Post by: jdjtcagle on August 20, 2004, 08:48:19 pm: Take the time off and spend as much time with your family as you can.

I bet she is amazed Eddie, I'm almost sure she is :)
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Post by: HotSnoJ on August 20, 2004, 09:46:38 pm: Sorry to hear that, but I am glad ever the more that she's with her maker! :D

Sorry if that sounded cold, but I don't worry and think about death like most people do.

*goes back off to his secret place*
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Post by: .::Tin Can::. on August 21, 2004, 12:02:49 am: *prays* :(
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Post by: Gloriano on August 21, 2004, 01:44:47 am: Sounds Like she was amazing and strong and rememper her soul
Is part of you Forever :)
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Post by: Setekh on August 21, 2004, 06:36:42 pm: We just sent the relatives off to the airport. The house is going to be awfully quiet for the next couple of weeks.

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Sorry to hear that, but I am glad ever the more that she's with her maker! :D

Sorry if that sounded cold, but I don't worry and think about death like most people do.

HotSnoJ, I appreciate your approach, and I know where you're coming from, but let me give you a piece of friendly advice. When there is grief, you must always recognise it, even if it's not yours - especially when it's not yours. It's a matter of sensitivity; the sadness of others is never to be underestimated. Remember, blessed are those who mourn. :)
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Post by: Krackers87 on August 21, 2004, 07:27:23 pm: :( so sorry man..
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Post by: Impurial on August 22, 2004, 02:26:29 pm: in open fields of wild flowers, she breathes the air and flys away...
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Post by: Sandwich on August 23, 2004, 12:38:26 am: LSFAS - JOC. Awesome. :)
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Post by: Setekh on August 23, 2004, 03:42:12 am: You'd be proud, Sandwich - Impurial and I went to a Jars concert earlier in the year. We love it. ;)

I went back to uni today and met up with some of my Christian friends to read the Bible and hang out for a while. The support they've been providing has really been... something special. It's great. :nod:
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Post by: Fineus on August 23, 2004, 03:55:15 am: Glad to hear you have support my friend, keep taking it easy - it goes without saying that everyone is here for you :)