Nothing about this is stupid. I have been apart of this for 4 yrs as of this month and it is hard to compare a thicker bond and the unity and respect that I have become apart of. I have made friends, even close friends, all through the silly, sometimes freaky, or just plain fun little stories and banter we share with one another. It has become more than just a place to write or a game, but a place to reach out when we are not just feeling down, at a loss, humbled, but also good and proud of ourselves and each other.

I don't know you as well as some, Az, but you were one of the first people I interacted with here and I have always enjoyed your work. It comes to no surprise that your inspiration comes from somewhere as beautiful. It is also inspiring and humbling to me knowing that someone outside of the fed, such as your mother, enjoyed our little game so much. A thousand condolences and hugs for you on a day I am sure we all sometimes go through. I empathize for you and wish you the best every single day forward. I am glad you are back and continuing to write. I am sure somewhere out there, someone is just as glad and still enjoying it. Even the strongest people out there have their weakest moments. But remember, moments are temporary. They pass and always will. Tomorrow will surely bring challenges of its own, but we will be ready for them every time. Ready to adapt if we need to and overcome. It is okay to be sad, but be happy, too. Because there is a reason you are sad and miss her and it is not because of something bad, but something wonderful and good.

You've come to the right place.

Xo
Aaron