We all must cross it someday. What awaits on the other side, none among the living can say for sure. For those that cross, it is said there is no more pain, no sadness, only love, light, and joy. In that, I suppose we on the other side can take some comfort. Today is a rather sad day, thus this reflective post. Last evening my mother-in-law passed out, and fell. After a trip to the hospital, and the usual X-rays, CAT scans, etc, it was determined that no damage was done, aside from a little soreness. During her follow-up visit to her doctor today, she learned that the x-ray revealed that the cancer in both lungs she has been fighting for the last 5 years has spread. She does not have long, she was told. She was not surprised by this news - she saw her husband go through the same thing. She is a brave, strong lady. We do not yet know how long "not long" is. When they told my father-in-law that in June 2005, he lasted until January of 2006. At any rate, I just wanted to let everyone know, if I'm not around much, or if I'm late commenting on your wonderful art, the reason why. I will still try to post as much as I can, and stay as active as possible. The interaction with all my friends on this site, and creating art are one of the things that keep me sane. Thank you all for your support and friendship. And be sure to tell someone close to you that you love them.