This is a sentimental random post.
Sitting up in bed last night, I thought of all the people here at HampsterDance and it occurred to me that if I escaped from my cage and got run over by a speeding dumpster, then no one would know how much I appreciate them. I would be a squashed hamster beneath a dumpster wheel. So, for all of you who hate mushy sentimental posts.... STOP reading now! But for everyone else, keep reading please.
It is the middle of the night, the cage is quiet, there is nothing to interrupt the peace except for random thoughts trampling my brain. I started thinking of you all and I thought it was time for me to say "Thank you to everyone here at HampsterDance." I really appreciate all the friendships that have developed. It is amazing how I can feel just how special each and every person is to me even though I am looking at a computer screen and have never met you face to face. I would have never thought this possible. Every day, I look forward to modding. I miss someone if I do not see their posts in the queue. When life is getting someone down, if things are going great, it shows. Your words reflect your inner soul. My heart feels the pain or joy along with you. When I see the stories, poems, art, songs created by everyone, I love each and every pic, word, letter, thought and note. When you hurt, I want to give you a hug and let you know that you are not alone. When things are overwhelming and you are troubled, I sincerely hope that you know someone cares. I may not be able to do anything, but I am a great listener. I give you my word that I will be here for you should the need arise. And to the pesky Phoenix... you challenge me to think. This always makes me smile.
Well anyway, I just wanted everyone to know what I was thinking.
Lots of love in friendship...
Horatio