I was originally going to reply in the other topic concerning my brother's death, but was unable to, so I decided to get crafty and make my own topic here.

First, I wanted to thank you all for your kind thoughts and words. They have really meant a lot to my family. And the poetry, it is beautiful. I know my mother and aunt have seen this site, and I will be forwarding the link to my Dad tomorrow. There were also the emails that we recieved (somebody from Australia and a few others) and were very much appreciated.

I hadn't realized James was on this site, let alone an Admin. It's kind of neat to be able to read all his old posts and stuff. I have no idea what a Highborn Sycath is, but it sounds impressive and super cool.

I don't really have much else to say, so thank you again.

Sincerely,

S.

PS - for whatever reason, if anyone would like to contact me, they can do so via my email: sian@alwaysmadeup.com

PPS - And although I feel kind of gross doing this, I'd rather say it here than have people thinking otherwise: no, he did not commit suicide. He died from a rare virus. My apologies if this comes off as uncouth; I just really don't want people thinking that he took his own life. /rant

It's good to know we've helped give some comfort during our own remembrance.

James/ Highborn Sycath wasn't just an Admin, either (not that there's anything wrong with Admins)- I'm pretty sure he's one of the founders of this site.

Thanks for making sure none of us were misinformed about his death, although I doubt anyone would have thought he committed suicide- He always came across as happy and lively.

Our condolences again to you and your family.

I just need to know... is the rare virus the one that is resistant (completely) to antibiotics? I just learned about it in scinece class and I think it may be the cause.

T.W.

Hi sharny,

It was the least we could do. If you and your family need anything from us, just ask we'd be happy to help.

Hehe, I guess you could say 'Highborn' is the Wood Elf equivalent of a real world army General. Pretty fitting since James was a founder and admin of this site. As for 'Sycath'...I actually never asked him what that meant :huh:. It could be the name of a character from a comic or something, or possibly just a name he invented.

As I send feel free to look around here or ask for anything, just post or send me an email (markymarkfunkybunch@hotmail.com), we'll be happy to help. I'm the guy from Australia who sent your mom the e-mail by the way.

Lynx

@ The wanderer- All viruses are completely resistant to antibiotics. Antibiotics kill bacteria, not viruses.

I don't know what this virus was, and I assume the family will want to keep some privacy in the matter (I'm not trying to reprimand you, TW- I'm also curious. I'm just saying it's not our place to ask or guess).

Both Lynx and I came from Australia, and from the looks of it, we both sent you an e-mail.

Thank you for your reply, sharnyparny. I suppose The Lost Glade will indeed by a well of memories that you can retain--and an unexpected one at that.