I'd like to take just a moment to expound on one of our incredible Mod's. You have all seen Lilith in action. All of you know how wonderful she is and how much time and energy she gives to Pixies. She's a wife, mom, student and who knows what else and still finds time for us. That's what you do know about her. Let me fill you in on a little something you don't know about her.

The latter part of last year I was deployed with the military to a god-forsaken piece of real estate overseas. I left home and family. I had just started a relationship with a wonderful woman, whom I miss dearly. I am very proud of the mission that I am on and I have the benefit of directly seeing the good in what I am doing with the people here. Naturally, though, I would rather be home enjoying the creature comforts.

Then in steps Lil. Before I left the states, I talked with her and let her know I would be going. She told me to keep in touch and said she would do the same. To be honest, I thought her only being polite. But she kept her end of the bargain.

Then, much to my suprise, last week I got a care package. She had mentioned she was going to send me "a bag of oreos". I got oreos allright! Not a bag, but a box of em. Along with 20 pounds of candy. 20 pounds for crying out loud!!! And yes, I weighed the box! All this, plus a couple other goodies!

Now, let me put this into perspective. I just got a wonderful, wonderful present from halfway around the world. It was filled with the little pieces of home I can't get here. It took time, trouble and considerable expense to get to me. Time out of a very busy schedule. All this from someone I have never met face to face. I don't even know her real name!!!!!!!!

Thank you Lilith! Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are a saint and I will forever cherish our friendship. Bless you.