Manestream Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 Artax has been gone from the board on a two week trip to visit family in India (as many of you noticed); today is his birthday and he arrived back home safely from his trip.The unfortunate news is that upon arriving home, Artax was informed that his younger sister had passed away earlier this morning. I spoke with him briefly today, and he informed me (quite understandably) that he may not be around the forum for a little while longer as he will be with his family during this hard time.Artax is a very dear long-time friend of mine, and I am touched and saddened deeply for him at this news. I am wishing Artax and his family the absolute best during this time, and to take all the time that he needs to be with family and friends. I am certain that Artax would appreciate any warm thoughts, well wishes, or simple understanding directed his way as he takes a slightly extended leave from the forums at this time.Many ponies have had the pleasure of knowing Artax; but many have not yet had the chance to really know him. I can assure you that without Artax (and all of my incredible staff), Canterlot would not be the living, breathing, wonderful place it is for us to all gather at. In the meantime, this may mean a slight delay in fixing certain issues- donators I'm referring to you here- but rest assured I will be further educating myself and I will be in touch with Artax as well for pointers.If anypony would like to send Artax well wishes, you can leave comments here, or at his e-mail.Best wishes to you and your family Artax, we're thinking of you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCTwilightSparkle Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 Artax I'm so sorry for your loss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlindJester Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 I know how it feels Arty. I lost my grandfather today and it still hurts to even think about it.I wish you the best for you and your family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shyriath Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 My condolences and best wishes, Artax, for you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brauner02 Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 We haven't met but i know how much it hurts to lose a family member. My heart goes out to him in a time where he needs people the most. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holypony20 Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 Artax I send you best wishes and hope that you can feel better and take all the time you need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubstep Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 Hope you and your family feel well soon Arty D= Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flutterscotch Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 Oh that's horrible, I couldn't even imagine... Deepest sympathy, Artax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunes Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 You have my deepest condolences. Losing family is always hard, especially one so close. I know words from even the closest friends and family can't heal those wounds, let alone those from a stranger on the internet, but for what it's worth I am thinking of you and your family, Artax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davroth Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 This is terrible. Take all the time you need, Artax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armony Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 I'm sorry for your loss, Artax. I know what's like to lose family, and I offer my most sincere condolences to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginger Mint Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 Sometimes, words are not enough. Sometimes a thousand words are not enough. For what its worth though..."No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main. If a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less, as well as if a promontory were, as well as if a manor of thy friend's or of thine own were. Any man's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind; and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RarityDash Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 Loss like that is a horrible thing to suffer through.I truly wish you and everyone around you the best in coping with this tragedy, Artax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chonico Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 You have my most sincere sympathy for your lose and I hope that brighter days follow. It is rare that we take the time to appreciate what we have, until we feel the sting of loss. Cherish and value the good memories, as well as the bad, because in the end that is all we have. Honor every aspect of their being, and they will never truly stop being at your side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xiee Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 Family always comes first. Go, Artax. We'll take care of things while you're gone. I know how it feels to loose a loved one, so take all the time you need. My condolences. My prayers go to you and your family... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianblackberry Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 My deepest condolences; if there is anything I can do to help you, let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaconofChaos Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 I'm so very sorry Artax. You have my deepest sympathies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunsetSombra Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 You have all of my sympathy and condolences, Artax - I know these can be painful times, so we're all here for you when you need us! Take care of yourself first, man, we'll be happy to see you when you return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 condolences to you Artax on your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppleNitrox Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 I don't even know what to say... Things like this are painful.. Take all time You need Artax, I hope everything will be alright Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boss_Hoss1 Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 You have my condolences in this trying time, and thank you for all your untiring efforts to put up with us silly ponies as we play in Canterlot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 I have a message from sundancer:"Personal differences aside, I know the pain of losing a sibling and I offer you sincere condolences in this time of loss and grief"Again, His words. I have already expressed mineJim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RuqyoHighsong Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 Sometimes, words are not enough. Sometimes a thousand words are not enough. For what its worth though..."No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main. If a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less, as well as if a promontory were, as well as if a manor of thy friend's or of thine own were. Any man's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind; and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee."Ginger, that was lovely, both the quote and the picture.And Artax, I am very sorry to hear about your sister...I've no idea what it is like to lose a /close/ family member...your heart must be broken in twain right now...weep as much as you need to.Ecclesiastes 7:2 - "Better is it to go to the house of mourning than to go to the banquet house, because that is the end of all mankind; and the one alive should take [it] to his heart." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Air Marshal Star Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 Ok so I got off on the wrong hoof Buddy But I know what it is like to lose a loved one I was at far too many funerals for friends and familymy thoughts and prayers are with you at this time *salutes* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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