Kitari

So I just wanted to say a few things to all you Sanctuarians:

1.) I hope you receive all the wishes you've made for the holiday season (be they a new drum set or peace on earth).

2.) I'd like to say I'm very thankful for Ms. Hux introducing me to the site and subsequently, all of you. The friendships I've made over the past year have changed my life ten-fold. I love you all so much.

3.) Remember all of the things you have to be thankful for. Often times in the hustle of buying gifts and baking we forget the spirit of the holidays. Take a moment to make a cheer before your Christmas feast to all of the things that have brought you joy.

And most of all, have a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS everyone. I'll be gone until January 2nd so if anyone needs to get a hold of me, email me at swalotail@hotmail.com

Love and best wishes to you all,

Lucy (Kit) xoxoxoxox

I think one of my favourite memories of Chris was the first time I met him. We were at Sharon's house eating and drinking before going to see Drums & Tuba. Chris was an instant focal point (for someone who had never met any of you guys) as he had those dancing eyes, a mischievious smile and such a magnetic personality. He also told me "I have more money than you could ever spend, cutie" which was the best pick-up line I'd ever heard.

We all drank and sang and played that night at Sharon's. Chris and I talked a lot before we left for the bar. By the time we arrived I felt like I'd known him forever (and from what I hear this is not at all uncommon with Hood!).

My cousin came with us that night and managed to get herself right wasted in a short amount of time. I was dancing to the amazing music when Chris came over and pulled me aside. He told me Josie didn't seem to be doing so well so he'd led her to the bathroom and thought I should check on her. She was exactly where he left her, just inside the bathroom door, passed out on the floor. Chris stood outside the door while I was inside and when I poked my head out for help, he carried Josie outside for some air without a word.

While a great concert was going on inside, Chris sat outside with Josie and I while waiting for our ride home. He kept the drunken vultures away and kept me company. We must have been there for a good 20 minutes but he never complained that he was missing the show or his friends or his drink. Never complained that Josie was drooling on his lap. He sat with two virtual strangers to protect them and make sure they got into a sober car safely.

I never forgot his kindness that night. And there are so many times after that when he showed me that same protective nature and "love everyone" attitude. Chris made friends everywhere he went and never hesitated to give a hug or a smile or kind words to strangers as he knew they'd soon be friends anyways.

I'll always be thankful to Chris for bringing me closer to all of you. I could not have survived losing him without the love and kindness you have all shown me. I've gained strength through your words and your hugs. I only hope that some how I've helped some of you to regain some strength as well.

For me at least, reading these stories brings a smile to my lips. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to share.

Love and many hugs to you all,

Lucy xo

You guys all know how much I love and appreciate you. This group has proven unquestioningly how they come together in times of need and it's an amazing thing.

I just wanted to thank you for putting up the photos of him here. I had none of my own but now have a whole virtual album to remember Chris' grin and dancing eyes with.

I'm going to make the effort to be there. I like this whole "surrounding myself with Sanctuarians" thing. Good for the soul!

I read this letter and just about peed myself thinking of how wonderful it would be to send it to MY boss!

This is an actual letter of resignation from an employee at Zante Computers, USA, to his boss. His boss apparently resigned very soon afterwards!

Dear Mr Baker,

As an employee of an institution of higher education, I have a few very basic expectations. Chief among these is that my direct superiors have an intellect that ranges above the common ground squirrel.

After your consistent and annoying harassment of my co-workers and myself during the commission of our duties, I can only surmise that you are one of the few true genetic wastes of our time. Asking me, a network administrator, to explain every little nuance of everything I do each time you happen to stroll into my office is not only a waste of time, but also a waste of precious oxygen. I was hired because I know how to network computer systems, and you were apparently hired to provide amusement to myself and other employees, who watch you vainly attempt to understand the concept of "cut and paste" for the hundredth time.

You will never understand computers. Something as incredibly simple as binary still gives you too many options. You will also never understand why people hate you, but I am going to try and explain it to you, even though I am sure this will be just as effective as telling you what an IP is.

Your shiny new iMac has more personality than you ever will. You walk around the building all day, shiftlessly looking for fault in others. You have a sharp dressed useless look about you that may have worked for your interview, but now that you actually have responsibility, you pawn it off on overworked staff,hoping their talent will cover for your glaring ineptitude.

In a world of managerial evolution, you are the blue-green algae that everyone else eats and laughs at. Managers like you are a sad proof of the Dilbert principle.

Seeing as this situation is unlikely to change without you getting a full frontal lobotomy reversal, I am forced to tender my resignation; however I have a few parting thoughts.

1. When someone calls you in reference to employment, it is illegal to give me a bad recommendation. The most you can say to hurt me is "I prefer not to comment." I will have friends randomly call you over the next couple of years to keep you honest, because I know you would be unable to do it on your own.

2. I have all the passwords to every account on the system, and I know every password you have used for the last five years. If you decide to get cute, I am going to publish your "favourites list", which I conveniently saved when you made me "back up" your useless files. I do believe that terms like "Lolita" are not usually viewed favourably by the administration.

3. When you borrowed the digital camera to "take pictures of your mothers b-day", you neglected to mention that you were going to take pictures of yourself in the mirror nude. Then you forgot to erase them like the techno-moron you really are.

Suffice it to say I have never seen such odd acts with a ketchup bottle, but I assure you that those have been copied and kept in safe places pending the authoring of a glowing letter of recommendation. (Try to use a spell check please. I hate having to correct your mistakes.)

Thank you for your time, and I expect the letter of recommendation on my desk by 8:00 am tomorrow.

One word of this to anybody, and all of your little twisted repugnant obsessions will be open to the public. Never f*** with your systems administrator. Why? Because they know what you do with all that free time!

Sincerely Darryl Brewer

Can we call in and harrass you guys to play "Dancin' in the street?"

Ms Hux, I think we had this chat a while ago. Personally, (if I could keep taste) I'd definitely get rid of smell! Think: Dutch Ovens would be completely ineffective, elevators wouldn't require you to hold your breath when the old lady who doused herself in perfume gets on, and Adam's shoes would be so much more bearable!

I wish you the best of luck Howler! It's never easy to put your art up for scrutiny by the general public! May they fly off the walls like Linda Blair's did!

I, for one, will do my damndest to head to the market and check it out!

I had a fabulous time last night. Despite Ms. Hux feeling under the weather - you guys were really on. I especially loved "Dear Prudence" (as always).

I must say, your new percussionist had so much flair and enthusiasm, you should keep her for sure! Aside from adding a definite "cute-factor" she had the spirit pumping out of every little pore! Her parents have taught her well the ways of the jam!

I have to say my favourite part of the night was the after-show music lesson with Dr. Hux and Peter! Dana proved to be a protege with the sticks while I learned the joy of just making loud, horrible noises!

Thanks again for another great show Hux's! You guys never let us down - even when surrounded by monkey suits who were eagerly awaiting DJ Frank!!!

Kurisuta and I will both be there with our corporate "gorilla suits" on (as Kurisuta so eloquently puts it). A 6:00 start time doesn't leave a girl any time to change into her party clothes. My alter-ego finally makes her appearance!

Bring on the political jargon and debates!

x

Kit

I figure this move will mean either we'll see a lot more of Ms. Hux and bouche (woo-hoo) or we'll see a whole lot less of them (nudge, nudge, wink, wink)!

Glad to hear the move was successful! We'll all be waiting to hear the house-warming party announcement!

Okay guys, take another step back - we have another (fabulous) woman on the site! I'd like to be the first to welcome Kurisuta to the Sanctuary!

She may be quiet, but damn it she's got deadly wit and charm when she decides to take aim! (Y'all will see what I'm talking about soon enough!)

Hugs Kuri,

Kit

I had a great time last night! It was great seeing everyone again and meeting some new faces from the site.

I LOVED Blue Grassy High's set! You guys together just sound great - especially Geoff's "very quiet" bass! LOL You have to do some more shows guys with much longer sets. I enjoyed your tunes more than TMNS to be honest.

I get lost in the whole "space" thing. I thought they were re-tuning till Ms. Hux set me straight! Just a bit too much for an alcohol-only buzz I guess.

bouche mentioned something last night about my real identity being "some big secret" and that he was reluctant to introduce people to me because of it. So I thought I should say here and now that my name is Lucy. I was the blondish kid in orange pants and a white sweater parked by the stage the whole night!

Next show I'll make a better effort of getting my drunkin ass off the chair and making the rounds! Hope you all do the same so we can meet half-way!

bouche - has anyone told you lately that you're freakin hilarious?

No wonder my Bill loves you so much!

Nearly lost my job I was laughing so hard!

Have I mentioned that I love this girl?

You know, that smartie tin is probably the first musical instrument I've successfully played!

Hooray to finding something I can jam with and eat at the same time!

All of you who missed the last Elbow Room show are in for a real treat!

For a day that started out like crap (I had to go to work yet AGAIN - that's three days this week!!!) things have really turned around!

A night of fine tasting sushi then some fine sounding tunes with some fine lookin' pholks!

COUNT ME IN!!

Shall I bring some more Smarties?

We're headed to Suisha Gardens to chow down on the fishes at 7:30 or so! I find the food is pretty good, the prices are great and the staff are really friendly. Plus it's central and I can park for free at my office and walk there! You want to join us Brad (and anyone else)?

Well Brad (and anyone else who may be interested) I'm thinking of starting the weekend of December 27th. Want to move the following week and have all the messy stuff wrapped up by then. I know the holidays are a busy time for all so I'll be happy for any help I can wrangle up.

I should mention that it's out in Greely (South, South Bank)! Rides, food and some booze (as much as the budget alllows) will be provided to all eager volunteers!

Bill - I thought the deal was that I'd help you and you'd return the favour! Geez woman. Where is that big strong man when you need him?

You need help with anything else to get your new digs ready - CALL ME DAMNIT!

Spider man Jacko limps back to court

By AP

SANTA MARIA, Calif. -- Sporting a silky blue armband that he said symbolized "power," pop icon Michael Jackson limped back into a courthouse yesterday to continue testifying in a $21-million breach-of-contract suit.

In an outfit resembling a boy's private school uniform, Jackson emerged maskless, gloveless and still missing one shoe. He told reporters Tuesday that his foot had swelled because of a spider's bite.

'POWER!'

Asked what his armband represented, Jackson shouted, "Power!" while two security guards sheltered him from the sun with two black umbrellas. Asked if he meant power for him, he replied, "The world. Not for me. Not for me."

Reporters peppered the 44-year-old entertainer with questions but he only answered with a faint "Merry Christmas" as he hobbled into the Santa Barbara County courthouse for what was expected to be his last day of testimony.

Okay, either you guys spend way too much time figuring out these little "LOL" type expressions or I just don't get out enough.

And weezy, what the hell is "JEOMK?"

Sounds like there are more and more people stepping in for Hood these days! Must you guys take everything remotely vague and turn it into something sexual?! I think it must be in your "How to be a Man Instruction Manual."