So, uh, I don't know how to do this.
It has... come to my attention... that a wonderful member of the Hermitpad community, Coolrena, has passed away.
Now, I don't know the circumstances of this. And, quite frankly, I didn't know her very well or have very many interactions with her. But I'd like to say a little something.
Coolrena was an amazing person. She was a strong member of the community. I often saw her comments on the works of others here, always offering wit or positivity. She was a shining star.
It's always sad when a life has been so brief. I offer my deepest condolences to those who knew her.
But she isn't gone. As long as this community still stands, as long as we live, Rena will forever live in our hearts, our minds, our work. Even though she won't come back, the spirit she shared with us remains. So I encourage you all to love. To participate. To be happy and positive and yourself. Emulate everything that Rena was, everything she stood for in this community. In that, in carrying on what she did, she will never die.
We love you Rena, wherever you may be.
Rest In Peace.