For those of you who have known me for a while, you know what is happening. However for those who don't I'll explain briefly. I have been ill for a very long time. I have been fighting cancer and a myriad of other illnesses for many moons now. However, in a couple of days I am being admitted into hospital to have the problems removed. It will not be an easy surgical procedure, and as such the risks are quite high... but with godswill I will return. I shall be in hospital for a minimum of 2 weeks, but more than likely 3-4 weeks and then daily outpatient treatments to ensure that there is no illness left. I want to thank everyone that I have met through out my membership here....new and old friends alike, you have all had a wonderful impact on me. I thank you. For sharing your thoughts, your art, your friendship, your hugs.... I thank you. Mike.... thank you sweetie for being the best MOD COW i have ever had ;] Blood... thank you for being the first Vue moderator, you taught me more than u will ever know. Varian.... your awesome..and your contributions made a definite impact on my work. Tesign - Bill... You are a wonderful friend too, and many times your chopsticks were there to guide me ;} Thank you. I am not good at this...This is starting to get soppy.... so.. Thank YOU ALL of you, for being you....and for encouraging me in everyway. I will see you all on my return. Love & hugs ~Beck ps. I'm still around for 2 more days...so be happy. pps. Hey....I want to see some GREAT art when I get back....don't let me down ;] ppps. Don't forget the Vue contest!!! But don't do too good.....I want to win (only j/k) maybe LOL..yeah I am joking, really I am wink I love u all...

Aww....hey, Beck, you've made your mark here, too, and this place is more fun with you around. I expect we'll be seeing more artwork from you in the months to come, so don't keep us waiting too long, although you're permitted a few weeks hiatus. (Generous, aren't I?) Best wishes for a very bright and healthy future. :)

I'm not good at this either. :( But you know you've been a teriffic friend over the past year (yes, it's almost been THAT long!), and I'm counting on it staying that way, so you had BETTER be coming back to us! Love and hugs and all my sincerest prayers to you sweetie. :) -Mike

I don't know you, madaam. But judging from what others have written about you, I believe that no matter what road the Lord decides for you, you will do just fine. God bless. My prayers are with you.

always with thee my love... and always in my heart, thoughts and prayers 8 ) 1447

God Bless Sacred, and a speedy recovery and return. We'll miss you :). Laurie

Sacred Rose We will be wiating for you to return my dear,Things will work out ok. Aand Im still lookin forward to you telling me to shutup,lol.... GOd speed and prayers always...Your trusty old shocker...

God Bless and best wishes for a successful operation and a full recovery! -Steven

My best goes out to you! I lost my father to cancer last Christmas eve. I hope all goes well, and you get better soon, and have a happy life. I'm very sorry to hear about this and hope nothing but the best for you in this fight. I'm sure they will take care of you and get you all better. Best wishes to you. kaom

We will miss your hugs over the next few weeks Beck. Having had this disease hit my family, one thing I did learn is that if you stay strong and never give up the fight, then you will always be a winner in the minds of everyone else...which will also give you that extra strength to beat it. I hope that made sense. My thoughts are with you Beck :) Martin

Dear, go in the hospital with a positive thinking and be sure in your heart, things will work good for you and your health. We all love you and I will pry for you every day you are there and from now on, I promise ! Think it is not so important to win the contest, it is important to win your health :-), first of all. Give us news as soon you are back. All my best wishes and a hug for you ! :-)Guitta

Hi Beck :)..see the ":-)"...wish I know how to make this a big one. Well, in life....we never asked for things that happened to us that most people do not want...or rather "do not want"...but its "inevitable". You have been strong all this while and been taking it all like a heroine. You have a strong mind and I have in great extend believe "mind over matter" and you have it :) Yes, tell your self you be here in three weeks time as if nothing has ever happened, make it two weeks, will ya!? Koam...sorry to here about your dad. My dad had cancer too but he did not 'go' because of it...but a "stroke" at a very old age. He hand stomach cancer and internal complication when he was in his early 40s....had things 'poser' up inside, 'deleted' all the unwanted polygons and vertices smoothen and he 'rendered' very well for a good 20+ years. The thing is that he did not 'go' because of cancer...and I thing it all depends on body health and condition, state of mind and of course...goood 'poser artist' from the hosiptal. So Beck, there you go...take it on like you told me before...the time has come to get well again without the 'rough' polygons inside :) The "Will to live" is stronger than a "Wish to go" (a Chopstick saying), hear from you when all is well...my prayers is with you :)

Dearest Beck, This road you drive is the hardest of them all...remember the Lord is right next to you guiding the surgeon and holding your hand. You have a great talent, not just for art but what you have in your heart. We can see that through your art and your kind words. You have made your mark and will continue to make it. We all love you and you will always be forever in our prayers and reside stedfast in our hearts. We know you will fight it, because you are strong, we know your heart is heavy, but know we are there to help carry you. Our prayers will be with you and our prayers will be strong for you, they will not go on unheard. Mike and Sharen and all you have touched

heyas rose; you know all my good byes and all from yakking on icq. but i'll add one more: just remember..... KICK BUTT!!!! :)

Haven't been around long but I sort of got used to everyone being "here" including you. God bless and keep you. You're in my prayers. Mark

I truly hope everything goes well for you. I got used to seeing you here too! Rich

Hi Rose. Come back quickly, for continue your way in this place. My prayers are whith you. See you soon here. Georges. :)

Get well, and come back soon... :)

Rose, I greatly appreciate your pictures. Get well soon so you can come back with more.

i'm sure we 'll see you here soon. best wishes . jp

Rose....I have not known you long, being new to the community and all, but I have come to respect your work, your thoughts and you. I want to thank you for being such a kind person and helping us new people along, with words of encouragement and support. I wish you well and a speedy recovery. We all will be happy to welcome you back, as soon as you are able. Best wishes, Eryk