I am ashamed I didn't stay in touch as we used to talk much. You accepted me at Skinartistry and supported me with my meager talents and I flourished with your encouragement. That's why I came here to WC. Life inteferred with our communications and I never got around to talking to you again. Even tho I had the time I didn't I was caught behind and asailed from many sides but I still was filled with the need to talk to you for some reason, but I didn't. I am sorry i hope you can forgive me Cindi. You are my inspiration to do anything and against all odds I made a niche into a creative world. Without you I would be forgotten and I am remiss for having not stayed intouch regardless of my situation. I still have always looked for your art as it always inspired me to be more creative. You have still in my lack have always been in my thoughts and when making my art I thought of you. I prayed for you then and I will always pray for you. I have hope in you as you had hope in me.

Cyndie...you've improved our lives by being here....and it's hoped we've improved yours likewise.

All the best,

Paul.

I thought I'd let you guys know that Xiandi is home from the hospital. She has her port in, but she has some blood level problems. Apparently something else is wrong, other than the cancer.

She says they are running tests and cultures.

Keep the thoughts and prayers coming, please.  

May your courage and optimism be exponentially increased during this ordeal.

Running a small business with a staff of one in the IM space can seem overwhelming sometimes,

and I have not expressed my appreciation adequately to all the immensely creative talents that reside here.

Xiandi, your health situation (and mine for that matter, although it's not (yet) as challenging) has reminded me

that opportunities to express that appreciation should not go by too long.

Since I've had the great fortune to find this site and maintain a membership, your work has

been among the most inspirational and highly valued representations of artistry encountered here.

I am grateful for your generosity.

I am grateful for the direction you have provided.

Rest assured, you have probably touched more than you know.

Best Regards,

- Brandon Guillermo -

I had no idea Xiandi was sick previously, I must have missed any mention of it....I just thought life outside the net was keeping her busy...grandkids an' all. 

I'm very sad to hear she's been going through all this...it's indeed very traumatic.

Keep the faith Xiandi, all the new discoveries that get announced frequently.... the new trials... you never know what's around the corner... and you are one strong lady.

^  we are indeed, all family... in our wayward way!!... and we've missed you a great deal here.. you've made such a mark here with your talent and creativity and kindness and sense of humour, it's people like you that make this place the remarkable place it is.

Many of us aren't around as much as we used to be, including myself, but I still pop back when I can to check things are OK.  I hope when you've finished treatment and things have settled down a little, that you'll be able to pop in occasionally and have a natter, we're good listeners.

love and hugs to you...

ain't that the truth... 

This year, man. I'm sad to hear this. Thoughts and love to you Cyndie.

Sorry to hear Xiandi...I know what your going through...going through similar problems. One day at a time.

That's awesome news Jim... fuck cancer!!

Thanks for the update Jim...I have been thinking about her and wondering how she is going....

a summer catch-up would be cool.

give her big hugs from us when you see her.... 

@ Starkers......          

Agreed!

I was told i had 30 month to live in January 2010 stage 3 lung cancer

im like fuck that im not goin from cancer!! im a car and music guy

i figured id'e die from an engine falling on me or die playing my drums!! LOL

God forbid... and with the help of my wife im 7 years clean and get to change skins on my computers everyday lol good stuff.

Yeah, being this thread is for Xiandi, a separate post on that is here..