leaving Michigan and heading to live with me in Columbus. Just as important, I sincerely owe a debt of gratitude to the VS. Mud, I don't think you imagined what a special place this board would turn into when you created it. To me, the word miracle comes to mind. It has helped me through the passing of my mother with sincere heart felt words that helped ease the pain that I had to hide, because I was being the strong one for my family, giving others a shoulder to lean on.

Just as important, I also owe that same level of admiration and gratitude, to the people of the VS. Today would not have been possible without the care and concern from people offering their time, advice, concerns and support to my sister and I....I will never forget that, actually made me break down in tears.

I know that I may not have been always on my best behaviorat times, and have left more times than I can count, but the fact that I kept returning, is a testament to.just how amazing this community is. I know its only supposed to be " just a message board", but the fact that people on here are genuine, supportive and caring, proves that it is more than just a message board, its a living and breathing place.

So from both my heart and my sister's heart, thank you Mud for creating it and thanks to everyone in this community! This is what makes it without a doubt, the best board on the internet. I consider all of you family.

God bless you all!

Raymond