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I didn't really know her, as we only shared one conversation with each other directly, but she was certainly a very friendly, sociable, and special woman who surely brought nothing but good into the lives of those who knew her. I'm sincerely sorry for your loss, iSpork.
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« Reply #71 on: April 15, 2004, 07:01:08 AM » |
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I don't say very much. This one time, however, I would like to say a few words. Forgive me my intrusion. I hope no one minds.
Even though I contibute little to these forums, or to this community, I visit it most every day. Never speaking, just reading the musings of like minded people. I have come to think of all of you as friends to one degree or another. This place is something to look forward to. I recognize the names of the voiciferous amoung you, looking forward to the posts that make sense and the ones that don't. Everyone who puts words down here is a light in the dark. Another voice in the void helping to warm the cold world. Sometimes I imagine that some of you must look like your avatars. Certainly some of you do, and some of you cannot, but I swear that I read Sheber's posts with Christopher Lloyd as the narrator. The point I'm searching for is this: one of the voices is silenced now. The world seems a little colder. I'm sitting here weeping for a person I've never spoken to, yet somehow I feel like I've lost an old friend...
All day my thoughts strayed back here. Who was this person that I now will never have the chance to thank?
She was someone who was loved, and will be missed.
Someone who touched others even though she might not have known it.
We are all here of a common love. One of our number is gone. To those of you who give freely of yourselves, and make my life better for it, I say thank you. I appreciate all of you.
To Zasha's family and friends, you have my deepest sympathy.
To Zasha, I wish I had said hello when I had the chance, may a flight of angels sing thee to thy rest.
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« Reply #72 on: April 15, 2004, 08:19:54 AM » |
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« Reply #73 on: April 15, 2004, 08:45:43 AM » |
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 No...this is NOT right! I never got a chance to get back to her! We were just starting to really talk and the last thing she said was that she was busy and that there would be plenty of time to learn more about each other... This fucking sucks! I'm pissed!  She was a strong woman that I often PM'ed when I wanted someone to talk to and now...GOD DAMMIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So, I didn't know her a long time! So what! I'm still having tears choke me up! All the time in the world she said... Heavy "I can't fucking write anymore, I'm crying too much..." Metal |
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Words alone cannot express the sadness BA and I both feel at hearing this horrific news.
iSpork, you have our thoughts and our prayers...and anything else you might need.
It's done nothing but rain the last day or so in NY and now I know why: The heavens above are weeping.
...life is too short.
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« Reply #75 on: April 15, 2004, 03:10:23 PM » |
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« Reply #76 on: April 15, 2004, 04:22:48 PM » |
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I never talked to her personally but I seen her posts and she was always a kind person. She was just someone that made you feel good inside.
The picture (even though its for someone else) best describes how I feel and how I am...
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« Reply #77 on: April 16, 2004, 01:03:37 PM » |
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Zasha was a very charming, smart and talented individual. The world will not be the same without her. I will miss her company but I know she is watching us from above.
I hope the BEA takes Cutter's idea on creating a memorial for her.
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« Reply #78 on: April 16, 2004, 05:14:37 PM » |
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A truely sad time for all.
My deepest condolences to iSpork and the rest of Zasha's family.
While I never really spoke with Zasha, the interaction with her "fans" and acquaintences here at the BEA, her artwork, and her profile (her own architectural design firm!) showed us all what a truely remarkable and strong woman she was.
There is currently a small memorial for her on the home page of my Gallery (members and free sections).
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« Reply #79 on: April 16, 2004, 09:11:40 PM » |
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Hi all,
I know that losing Z has been a horrible, horrible thing. I know too that many of you are incredibly angry about the senselessness of her loss as well.
I just want to say that anger is a perfectly normal reaction to something like this, especially for someone so wonderful and when you're so close to someone who you lose. Anger can be a psychologically healthy and valid way of expressing feelings of loss. And, anger is often the immediate gut reaction in the moment when something like this happens. I don't blame Spork one bit for any anger he feels toward the individual who's responsible for ending Z's life. Nor do I blame anyone here for any anger they feel either.
But, I worry that there's too much anger in the world today, and that often it's expressed in violent, destructive ways. Many spiritual traditions teach that anger is fear and/or pain transformed and redirected. I've read the writings of the Dalai Lama extensively and I know this is the view of Tibetan Buddhism. But, he also teaches that this anger, if not expressed appropriately only ends up causing even more suffering, which in turn leads to more anger, and then more suffering, etc.
I hope that those of us who are reacting with anger to the loss of Z can find ways to express it that won't harm others or themselves. I don't think Z would want to see any harm come to others because of what has happened to her...
My first reaction when I heard the news through friends on here I communicate with in other ways was one of incredulity, then shock, then sadness, and yeah, anger. Perhaps it was easier for me not to fall into a destructive expression of my anger since I wasn't as close to Z as others of you here were, but still, it was something that I went through and had to work out for myself.
As I said, I don't think Z would want to see anyone else get hurt because of anything that involved her or was because of something that happened to her. And, I think that those of us who are hurting over losing her will be better able to deal with those feelings if we can find ways of expressing our anger in non destructive ways, and that will allow us to really get down to the hurt that's underneath it all, and start dealing with that, and working on remembering Z with love for her and ourselves.
If there's one thing this tragedy has reminded me of, it's that you should never not show those you love that you love them, right here, right now. Those in our lives who we love and cherish deserve to receive that each day, and in every way we can show it to them, and not let it be put off, because you never know when the last time you can give them that love and appreciation and respect might be.
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« Reply #80 on: April 16, 2004, 09:52:53 PM » |
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...Just terrible.
I guess we must have both been @ "Bike week" in Flordia @ the same time.
(I did'nt see her.)
No one can excuse drunk driving.
The Tip Top club, where I work does not sell alcohol. (By the owner's request.)
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« Reply #81 on: April 16, 2004, 10:09:56 PM » |
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This is a total bummer, as a fellow motorcyclist and member of the BEA, I wish to extend my condolances to you (w/ispork) and your family. I am sorry for you and with you for the loss of someone you loved most deeply. The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is looking to introduce legislation this year to stiffen the penalty that motorists may face when the 'accident' involves the death of another. If you or anyone else is interested in finding out more about what can be done, log onto this web page and look for the Justice for all Campaign. Again, you have my deepest condolances. --->Triumph |
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« Reply #82 on: April 16, 2004, 10:15:37 PM » |
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The Internet is the greatest invention I have experienced in my lifetime. Because of it, and ONLY because of it, I have been able to communicate with and bond with numerous people, people whom I have never ever met. One of those people was our dear departed Zasha.
iSpork, if you get the chance to read this, let me add my voice to those who are offering condolences to you. In west Africa, there is a tradition. When one suffers a loss such as yours, the friends of the one who has gone gather together, and they pour a libation on the ground, to honor the soul of the departed one.
Immediately after posting this, although it is late (2 am local time), I intend to do just that. iSpork, keep your head up, my brother.
Farewell, Flexy Lady. Thank you for sharing some time with us. Thank you for your words, your pictures, thank you for yourself.
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« Reply #83 on: April 17, 2004, 01:04:03 AM » |
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I'm so sorry...
I never talked with her online, but was amused and enlightened by many of her witty posts...
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« Reply #84 on: April 17, 2004, 04:32:28 AM » |
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This may or may not matter at this point, but I am having a championship title wrestling match in just a few hours. I am hereby dedicating this match in memory of Zasha. Win or lose, I am going to give it my all. Sadi"Still missing her... "styk |
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This may or may not matter at this point, but I am having a championship title wrestling match in just a few hours. I am hereby dedicating this match in memory of Zasha. Win or lose, I am going to give it my all.
Sadi"Still missing her... "styk
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« Reply #86 on: April 17, 2004, 06:35:59 AM » |
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Dammit. She was sooo cool. It's not easy to display the stark individuality that she did over the internet.
iSpork, good luck for the future. Don't let go of your happiness.
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« Reply #87 on: April 17, 2004, 10:44:36 AM » |
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This is terible news. I am deeply saddened by this and my heart goes out to all her friends and in particular to her husband.
For what its worth, remember the amount of pain you feel at her loss, is a measure of just how much she ment to you. So if you hurt to the point of breaking, means you loved her so very much.
Zasha, her family and friends will be in my prayers.
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« Reply #88 on: April 17, 2004, 11:18:38 PM » |
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Dear friends,
Zasha's premature departure is tragic and she will be greatly missed.
She was always supportive. She was there for me and encouraged me, she stood by me- as she stood by many of us.
She was a strong presence, she was real and unique. She was fair and smart. Zasha was a good person.
2H and I were very sad when we read this post and we would like to express our sincere sentiments of regret.
Zasha, girl, you will be missed. We know you made it to a better place but in this realm, you will be remembered as our warrior princess.
Sincere condoleances,
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« Reply #90 on: April 18, 2004, 03:21:05 PM » |
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A truely sad time for all.
My deepest condolences to iSpork and the rest of Zasha's family.
While I never really spoke with Zasha, the interaction with her "fans" and acquaintences here at the BEA, her artwork, and her profile (her own architectural design firm!) showed us all what a truely remarkable and strong woman she was.
There is currently a small memorial for her on the home page of my Gallery (members and free sections).
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« Reply #91 on: April 18, 2004, 04:18:11 PM » |
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And thank you, Wreck, for having arrived with your distinctive artwork in just this past sad week.
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« Reply #92 on: April 18, 2004, 07:22:23 PM » |
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Wow. This community continues to amaze me. You all have me completely floored.
I knew that she had many friends and acquaintences, but as some have mentioned, there are many that she never knew.
I cannot express how much I appreciate all of your well wishes, prayers and support.
I was making it through this thread ok, until I saw Bustartist's page. I was overcome. Thank you, Bustartist.
Thank you, everyone who has posted...Words cannot express what I feel.
I am doing my best to think happy thoughts...As some have said, I would encourage all to do the same.
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« Reply #93 on: April 18, 2004, 07:39:49 PM » |
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Today is the first time I've been on the site in almost a week, and one of the first things I see is the "Favorite Zasha Post" thread in the OT forum. I always start in the OT. I came to this thread next, and I'm having a world of trouble finding words even though I know there are no right ones.
_iSpork, my thoughts, prayers, and condolences to you and your family and friends. Zasha, may you have been in heaven half an hour before the devil even knew about it. God speed .
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I can't say that I knew her or knew OF her very well, but nonetheless, I am very sorry to hear about this. I'm sincerely sorry.. and may she rest in peace.
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« Reply #95 on: April 19, 2004, 03:28:56 AM » |
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It brings me a little happiness knowing that I did dedicate my match Saturday in memory of Zasha. It will bring me even more happiness as I defend my newly won championship in her honor as well. I definately had an angel watching over me during the match, and that angel's name was Zasha.
Thank you sweet princess, for your memory has become an inspiration for me. I will never forget you.
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« Reply #96 on: April 19, 2004, 04:13:04 PM » |
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I never knew this obviously wonderful woman, however I was a regular visitor to her corner of the BEA, I feel for your loss. The only thing that I can offer is what my father used to tell me when something as tragic as this happens, "Son," he would say "I like to think of the red indians belief at this time, they used to say that the person you mourn for is not really gone, not until the very last person that remembers her has passed on themselves..." Zasha, you have obviously touched so many lives with your magic that you will live on in our hearts and thoughts forever. --------------------------------------------------------- MadMacs2000 - a quiet fan from afar |
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« Reply #97 on: April 20, 2004, 06:10:17 AM » |
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To iSpork and everyone else, I am making preperations to complete my "Dedication to Zasha" pic. I want to capture a sense of what she was about as well as express the sadness of her loss...
When it is completed I shall display it in this thread. I hope iSpork will be pleased. I will give it my best effort.
One of the things that Zasha told me ( and I hope if I am incorrect that someone will address that ) was that she never liked to be viewed in a "weak" way. Not all cute and cuddlely ( even though she DID say that stuff has its place ).
She also said that she didn't like pictures of herself being posted everywhere. However, I have one that she allowed me to have and as I mentioned in another thread, I would like to include just her face in it. I also wanted to add a few effects like Fire and Metal since she, herself, told me she liked things that represented "strength."
Upon finishing my project I will include it in this thread, and should iSpork have any objections to it, I fully understand and it can be removed ( the only reason I say that is because of Zasha mentioning her photos being used in ways she didn't approve ).
If iSpork approves of it, and anyone likes it, feel free to add it to any memorials you have in mind. It is a dedication to this remarkable woman and I hope it will make many people happy.
I'll do my best.
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« Reply #98 on: April 20, 2004, 07:22:51 AM » |
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I can't speak for anyone else, especially Zasha and iSpork, but I feel you should leave her picture out of it. How about assembling all of her avatars instead?
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« Reply #99 on: April 20, 2004, 12:35:33 PM » |
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Or, if I may be permitted to suggest, why not send it to iSpork for approval before uploading it to the BEA? This way, HM, you won't be subject to any negative feedback or critisizm and it would be something special.
Another approach would be to PM iSpork and tell him your ideas. He may have more input or suggestions that would make it a top notch tribute.
The main thing is that Heavy Metal has a nice gesture to remember Zasha with and whatever the final product is I feel his intentions are to show his particular way of showing it.
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« Reply #101 on: April 20, 2004, 07:09:51 PM » |
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I PM'ed iSpork my intentions.
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« Reply #102 on: April 21, 2004, 07:43:22 PM » |
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I didn't ever speak with Z, and I hardly ever post to this forum, and yet I'm still absolutely crushed that this has happened, I felt like I knew her just from all the posts she had made. It's always terrible to find out that a friend,(even if they didn't know you considered them a friend) has passed, and in such a tragic way.
I'd just like to take this moment to say I consider all of you my friends, and I'm glad I can come to this site and read all the wonderful things that you write. I would be deeply saddened if ANY of you passed.
ISpork, I wish there was something I could do for you. Please, don't be a stranger after you're done taking care of your personal business. I'm sure all of us here have no problem consoling or just trying to cheer you up. I pray that we don't lose anymore wonderful people to such stupidity.
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It appears that I have missed much in my absence. My condolences to her husband.
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It's hard to imagine she's dead. It's almost like somehow it's a mistake.
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