I know she won't see this, but I'd like to encourage my dear Bethany Faith. Sweetheart, I love you so much and I think about you every single day. You are not forgotten, and you are loved, so very much. I pray for you often, and eagerly await the day when I can talk to you again. I love you, my lovely friend. There couldn't be a more beautiful you. Ever.

*soft smile* Yes, 'tis true, all of it, Sunshine.

I completely agree with every word, Grace. We miss you, Bethy.

Yes. We do indeed.

*eyes well with tears* Yes... dearest Bethy, I miss and love you.

We all miss you and hope you will return soon, Bethany.

*Blinks tears* Every word they said is true. Bethy, I've missed you more than words can tell. You are such a beautiful young lady. I can't wait to talk to you again.

I'd like to encourage Mark. You've grown so much ever since you've joined the forums, and that is on display for all to see. God has and will use you in amazing ways. Things aren't always easy, but keep on pushing forward and don't let it get you down. You are caring, thoughtful, and an incredible friend to me and so many others. Thank you, so very much.

Yes.

I'd like to encourage Teddybear. You've gone through so much dear, and yet you keep on keeping on. Keep your chin up, my dear! Our Lord will see you through, I know it. Just keep on trusting in Him and everything will turn out for the best. <3

I'd like to encourage le Bushiness.

Bushy, you always bring sunshine into people's day. You're kind, and you're always ready to laugh, and always ready to listen, and cry with people who need someone to cry with. It's like you're all filled up with light and God's love and it spills over wherever you go, even on the days when maybe you don't see it. And you live every second to the fullest. *hugs*

*teary eyes* You're right, I don't always see myself that way, but it blesses me beyond measure that you do, my sweet little friend. It's all the same of you for me, too. I love you, hon. *hugs tight*

I want to encourage Rinja because she is an epic awesome big sister and I love her muchly and I don't ever want her to be discouraged or sad so therefore I give her this long run-on sentence full of little-sister love and hugs. ♥♥♥♥

Also for my Annuaaaal. I wish to tell her to no be meh, and that she is amazing and creative and she is fun to talk to and yes. *hugs her too* ♡♥♡♥♡

Awww... *hugs back* Thank you, sis. ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

I'd like to encourage my brother Lycanis. Bro, your life is crazy. You've been through a lot, and your job leaves you hardly any free time that doesn't need to be used for rest in order to keep you healthy and sane.

Keep on keeping on, Jem. You can handle whatever life throws at you, I know it. And just remember that you are loved and you are priceless in both the eyes of God and in the eyes of your family and friends. You are amazing and worth so, so much. Don't ever forget that.

Love you, big brother.

I would like to encourage Agent Casey Coburn. I don't know you personally or on HW, but I would like to encourage you in whatever it is you may be dealing with, or going through. I pray that God continues to give you perseverance, strength, and peace of mind.

I must say this thread is awesome. I recently received my first editorial review of my first draft, and needless to say it was not good, but that's ok.

*Smiles* It's nice to see this thread revived.

I'd like to encourage Aris Annor about her book. You've got this, girl. Trust God, and He'll see you through the problems. <3

I'd like to encourage Lady Kitra Skene about her job and her writing and cooking and everything else she does. Rinja, your life is super busy and crazy, but you still chat with me and manage to be silly and awesome. It's amazing. I love you, sis! *hugs*

I'd like to encourage Tamuril Vardamir with her new story. Keep up the good work! Ezra is pretty cool.

I'd like to encourage Annual. Dear sister, follow after God, and He will reveal Himself to you. He knows what He's doing through it all. Don't fret. Think of Job and his trials.

I'd like to encourage Reiyen and Lady Elanor. You guys are awesome, and rather underappreciated, I think. Thank you so much for keeping this forum up, running, and pristine! Even with your busy lives you manage to check in and see how we're all doing, and that's pretty impressive.

I read through some of these. Such love and encouragement shown here! I am encouraged myself. Also, I'd like to encourage those that struggle in their identity. .. and for anyone who needs to hear this....

The Lord LOVES YOU because He LOVES YOU because He LOVES YOU. ..... you are His and He is yours! Once you know this I promise that how you view and feel about yourself will change! You are special; you are free.

Don't hate what the Lord has made you to be. Aslan puts it best .... "Don't run from who you are. " Lucy as well as myself dealt with uncertainty of my identity ...people, accomplishments, gifts, talents, etc. don't make you who you are. Instead, it's your life, love, and relationship with the Lord that gives you your identity. ... peace, joy, happiness, and kindness are all attributes that make us who we are in Him.
So if you are struggling pray and seek Him, know that He wants us free. He wants us joyful and happy! I promise to you that He will meet you EVERY SINGLE TIME.

Also when struggles, trials, and adversity hit....don't get down and focus on the situation at hand. ... instead look up and laugh! Laughter and joy bring the enemy down EVERY TIME! Along with PRAISE!

Love you, my brothers and sisters! I hope this encourages you!

Thank you so much. <3 I'll try.

*blinks in surprise* I'm not sure why you posted this; I almost want to ask why, if I may?

It is, regardless, very much appreciated and very needed. Thank you.

Wonderfully said, Lady Heather!

I would like to encourage Aris. She is always willing to listen and offer hugs when her friends are having difficult times, but very seldom does she draw attention to the challenges she is facing.

If you are going through something, Aris. I hope this encourages you.

Honestly I just felt compelled to do so..

:'3 *hugs you both* Thank you, lovelies.

*hugs* You are welcome.

I'd like to encourage AAAAAALL mai sisters. X) I loves dems muchly. *hugs all around*

*hugs* I love you too. :3

Thank you, Abi! *Smiles and hugs*

I'd like to encourage Wölfchen. :3 She's such a sweet friend, and a brilliant artist. Keep at your dreams, dear. You can do it!

I'd like to encourage all you beautiful writers out there. I know I've been absent for a long while and I don't know a lot of the newcomers, but you all have a wonderful gift - the gift of turning mere words into something more than that. It's a special thing, this writing. So I'd like to encourage you all to keep at it. It's hard, sometimes the words won't come, and sometimes you just can't make it sound like you want it to, but keep at it! God gave you that gift so you could use it. Don't ever think it doesn't matter.