Dear Karen,

It's so very difficult to write these words. You have been a friend for so long, through thick and thin. Always a passionate artist, I've seen you become a skinner, and a darned good one.

So, when you im'd me about the loss of your sister today, I was left speechless and hurting. Doctors are supposed to know what to say and do in situations like this, and I suppose that many do. Being your friend, I can only hurt for you. I know this terrible grief is just being added on to all the other sadness you've been enduring.

I feel completely inadequate in conveying this sorrow, and in finding words to comfort you. I wish I could pop over to your place and just sit with you....but I can't. That hurts too. I know Vampothika would want to be there for you, as would all of your friends here. She is with the Great Spirit. She no longer suffers, and is a much, much better place, Karen. Grieve as you feel you must.

With great sorrow,

Seth

Karen won't be on-line around for some time, people... but maybe she'll see any messages left here for you out of friendship, love and caring.