...in a galaxy far away... Or maybe not. But seriously, two very long years ago (Thursday, Feb 10, 2011 9:15 pm, to be precise) a very hyper little girl joined Holy Worlds and her life changed forever. Two years later, I hardly recognize her! She has grown and matured beyond belief, and she maintains that it is vastly due to you all. You welcomed her from the moment she stepped foot on the forum; you took her under your wing and showed her around until she gained enough confidence to strike out on her own; you respected her even when she didn’t feel worth respecting, and because of it, she grew – immensely.

This girl stands before you today with a very thankful heart. She only wishes that she had the words to properly express her gratitude to you, for your love and support, not only on the good days, but during the darkest times of trial and fits of depression. You patiently listened when she ranted, you comforted her and stood by her when she cried, and you shared your own experiences when she asked for help. You were there when she needed you most. And she will never forget it.

Well, that hyper little girl was me. Not that you hadn’t already figured it out, but I figured I better clarify. I, Milly Manderly, Calista Beth, Blue Dragon, and anything else you want to call me, stumbled into a whole new world that opened my eyes. So I would like to thank you. Thank you for making me a part of your family. I feel like I've known you all forever, and I never ever want to leave you. You have been the most amazing example of Christ’s love that I have ever seen, and I hope that by watching you, I may in time learn to be a light to the world. Thank you, thank you, thank you, for being who you are: a shining city on a hill. May this amazing community last for many years to come!

I would especially like to thank my adopted siblings today. You all have been so good to me, and I have been very blessed to call you my brothers and sisters. So to Brendan, Joel, Matthew (Arien), Matt (Batman), Jeremiah, Robert, Grace, Rose, Ophelia, Kalisia, Tiger, Yeller, Tasia, Dustfinger, Neppie, Balec, Nicole, Elly, Sian, and Vincent, I hereby would like to give my official and eternal thanks. Whether or not you knew it and whether or not you were aware I adopted you… I’m amazing like that. , you all have been an amazing blessing to me, and a very special part of my life these past two years. Thank you for being there for me and teaching me so much. May God bless you a thousand times over for your kindness towards me!

God bless,
~Calista Beth / Milly Manderly

I don't know if "Happy Anniversary" is the right phrase--or "Happy Two-Years-of-Being-Here? --but I'm glad you're here, Calista!

We're glad you came along!

You've been a blessing to Holy Worlds, Calista. I'm glad you're still with us.

Happy HW birthday, Calista! This place would not be the same without you. Thankyou for blessing us with you're awesome presence.

*Huggles* Happy HW Birthday, Milly! You are a blessing, and I am proud to be among your siblings. Today, remember how much those of HW love you, dear girl.

Happy HolyWorlds Birthday, Milly! You are such a wonderful person.
*gives Milly piece of chocolate cake *

Happy HW birthday Calista! *hands dragon cake*

*Huge grin* Thanks, everyone! Let's keep HW alive for many years to come, huh?

Yes.

You are welcome, Calista, and I am so happy to know you. *Hugs tightly*

*Hugs tightly back*

*just found this*
CALISTA! I love you so much and I'm so honored to be your "older sister." Thank you for being so sweet and such a blessing to have around here! I'm glad to know you and I look forward to many years of friendship! *hugs tight*

*Grins widely* Thanks, Tiger dear, although I'm not sure exactly how I've been all that. Guess I'll take your word for it. XD

Happy HW birthday, Calista!

**tosses glitter around**

We are very blessed to have you with us, Calista. I am very, very glad that you joined us here, and that I have had the pleasure of getting to know you. *Hugs*

*Tosses some golden glitter*

Aww, thanks. *Sprinkles liberal amounts of glitter in her hair and hugs Stephanie back*

Yes, take my word for it. Because big sisters are always right. *nods enthusiastically*

*feels slightly awkward since you've been here twice as long as he has*

Congrats, little sis. You've been a great friend and sister...thank you for being there for me, you have been a huge blessing in my life--if I've done/been anything near the same for you, I'm very glad, it's my pleasure to serve. =) God bless you, sis, may you continue to grow closer to Him here. I look forward to watching (from such a great distance, albeit ) your journey, and helping where I can.

*Smiles* Thank you, Rem. If I have helped you in any way, I am very glad. You're a good friend.

(I'm sorry it's taken me so long to post here.)

*hugs Calista* You're such a caring, thoughtful, and encouraging friend, dear. I'm so glad you're here at HW and that we've become friends over the last year. God bless you, dear, and keep you as you continue going on as the lovely young lady He's making you. Love you!

*Hugs Nicole* Aww, thanks. I'm so glad to have gotten to know you over the past year too.