Happy Holidays to all of you; no matter what you may be celebrating, I hope it's the best. Anyways, everyone who watches me must read this journal, as I have a little 'gift' for each of you. I could not be more grateful to every one of you who liked my artwork enough to follow it, and I would like to thank each and every one of you for doing so. It's not much, but I hope it will provide a bit of extra warmth this holiday season. C:

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~Allison-san It was an absolute pleasure meeting you over here; you were friendly and outgoing and so welcoming from the start. Your artwork is absolutely gorgeous, especially your colour choices! You have such talent for your age and I truly do encourage you to keep going.

~AngusMcTavish Angus-man! Thank you so much for coming over here to dA! Your optimism and unconditional kindness to all of your friends is something to look up to, and you've always been so encouraging to all of us through your comments and kind words in general. It was a pleasure getting to meet you on the SPS forum and I know a lot of us are glad that you migrated over here. Your spoofs of YTP and vintage television never fail to bring a smile to my face, and your personality could light up just about any room. We're glad to have you over here!

~Ashurii--S It was such an honour to be added to your watch list! <333 You have a beautiful style and a very interesting character; keep up the amazing work

~chaoie You are an inspiration! Not only do you come up with such pretty picture ideas and fashions, but you've improved so much in the time that we've known each other. You're making such progress by leaps and bounds, and you will definitely be a fashion illustrator one day. You already have the eye for colour and aesthetically-pleasing facial features, not to mention I honestly could see your fashions on the runways. I have faith in you and will cheer you on on the sidelines. You're always so supportive of your friends and anyone can tell up front that you have a very kind heart. I can't wait to see what your lovely mind will come up with! Oh, and.... fellow veg*ns unite!

~cjerd Seeing your messages always makes me happy! I know you're so busy with school and yet the fact that you still have the time to pop on and leave a lovely and thoughtful message is something to look up to. <3 I always love seeing your projects from art school and the progress you've made over the years, and seeing new art from you is definitely something to look forward to. Hearing about your adventures in Thailand makes me want to travel more, and here's hoping there are many more international adventures where that came from!

=elfox15 We may have our differences, but you're still my wonderful sister and I love you lots. You must update here moar; I want to see your improvements! Keep on playing that saxophone, too; I know that studying music is going to be a great fit for you. Whatever career path you choose, I'll be behind you and will do my best to help you get there in any way I can. Good luck with college next year!

=GordAfarid Dana! I'm so sorry that this year has not gone too well for you, because you truly deserve better. You have a kind and beautiful soul and know just what to say to make your friends feel loved and appreciated. You will change the world for the better, in fact your passion for all of the right causes and concern for humanity is already changing the world. You're an inspiration to help people fight for the greater good. Your art style is still as lovely as ever, and your improvement is definitely noteable c: I wish the best for you this coming year and all of the years after.

=I-luv-Moony Sóla, you live up to your name-- your sweetness is capable of lighting up a room and brightening anyone's day. <3 You are one of the kindest people and one of the biggest inspirations I've known, and it truly is an honour to be one of your friends. Seeing you grow as an artist and a person over the past three years truly does make me so happy, and you have always remained a beautiful person inside and out. I admire your resilience in all of the tough times and how you're always able to appreciate the goodness in everything. You are definitely one of my closest friends and I hope we know each other for a long time!

*Icelilly Ice Ice Baby! Paperwork has nothing on your awesomeness, and I'm so glad you're kicking ass in college as I expected ;D I can't believe we've known each other for so long-- I think we met when I was in my first year of university, and now it's my last year and your first year! XDD You truly have a gift for writing, whether it's a fic or a comment, and you've always been so kind and supportive to all of your friends. Your comments are definitely ones I look forward to receiving! You're a true friend and a talented writer!

~InkImp It's so nice to see you back, and your talent has simply flourished over your absence! I missed your presence so much. I know you're busy with uni work, but sincerely hope you have time to upload a piece of art or a journal so we all know how our dear Beth is doing. I hope we can talk more because there is so much catching up to do

~KAMethyst Kaaaam, your supportiveness is unbelievable! Your interest in AoU, HOLY CRAP IT MAKES ME HAPPY <33333 I'm so amazed that people such as yourself have taken such a shine to Karens and my work and it provides so much motivation like you wouldn't believe. I know you're busy with uni as well (like many of my friends here seem to be XD) but I hope you find a moment to read this <333 It's always a pleasure seeing you here, and more art from you is always encouraged ;D

~KuroLove Kuro~!!! I'm so glad we became friends, you're definitely one of my closest dA friends and it's always so enjoyable talking to you <3 I congratulate you on making it through your first semester of uni, and extra congrats on taking five classes! You definitely deserve some rest and enjoyment of your holiday break, and I'm positive you got top marks in all of your courses. Here's hoping we see more of Project Alpha from you; I've always been so enamoured with your characters, particularly Kuro and Storm, and your style just keeps on changing and improving with every picture. You're such a lovely person inside and out, and your comments are always so thoughtful and encouraging <333 Good luck with your second semester, and don't wear yourself out too much now! ;D

~Lizziey My fellow Hugh fan!!! <3 You're too sweet and adorable for words and ILU <333 If Hugh were to come to Poland and meet you in person, he'd definitely think the same! ;D Your wallpapers and photos such are so prettyyy, too <333 You've made your favourite celebrity proud!

~MaxTheSpaztastick TWINNEHFACE! <333 Ohmigosh, where do I start? You're a terrific friend, one of my closest friends, and the kind of person I aspire to be. Not only are you fucking TALENTED, not just at digital painting but music!, but you truly have a mind and heart and soul to look up to. You're such a genuinely kind person and can empathise with others so easily, and know just what to say to help any of your friends out. You and Schan are both so lucky to have each other, and I'm so glad you're together and making each other the happiest people alive. I'm still beside myself with happiness that ZooG from Angelspit liked your music; that is simply living breathing proof that you will be famous one day. I'm so honoured to be one of your closest friends as well and always enjoy our music exchanges and fangirling over Emilie Autumn <3 I really, really, REALLY hope you continue "the flesh that binds" as it's an amazing read so far. Oh yes-- and we WILL see a concert together, somewhere, someday!

~Moonelfie It seems that everyone I know is so incredibly sweet and talented! You are honestly no exception; your style is so unique and beautiful, especially their doll-like faces and porcelain skin <3 I can tell we have a lot in common, especially the adoration of anything Victorian and the darker literature and art, and it's so nice to meet someone else who still dabbles in the classic lit <3 Your comments are always so sweet and thoughtful and I'm honestly not worthy ;-; <33333 Thank you so much for all of the comments you've left and your friendship!

~nutmeg218 I miss you so much, Meg! We need to talk more; I really do miss hearing from you. I know you're so busy with school, especially your AP and IB courses, and believe me, I've been there. I know how much pressure studying can be, especially as I have my GRE's coming up. Judging by how well you're doing academically, I bet you could get into any university you want and will definitely ascend to the top of whatever you do. I love and appreciate it whenever we get to talk, whether it's on dA, facebook, or MSN, and hope we get to do so soon. Also, I hope you partake in some much-deserved rest over the holidays!

~nymi You're definitely one of the kindest people I've known, and I am still beside myself with honour that you friended me all that time ago! You're such an amazing artist and I'm incredibly flattered when you leave such wonderful comments <333 I know how busy you must be with your work and real life in general, and the fact that you still find time to pop onto dA and leave amazing comments like the ones you do is simply heartwarming <333 Not to mention you are a wonderful artist with a distinctive painterly style, and you've inspired me so much to improve. Someday I hope to be as good as you are, in art and soul and everything in between~

*Pineapplelicious Piney!!! Wonderful Piney! You have such a lovely and creative mind, and your love for Link is absolutely adorable <333 I'm so honoured to be one of your friends, because you're definitely one of mine! We have so much in common-- we both love fantasy, we're both fans of South Park, and we both like LOZ (but Link is all yours ;D) I especially love your fantasy art; the outfit designs are absolutely gorgeous! You're a wonderful artist with a beautiful mind and an eye for fashion, and you truly do deserve all of your watchers and friends over here.

~PizzaRash Ellereyyyy! It's so so so nice to see you back here, and that we've still remained in touch on facebook <3 I know we haven't had a chance to talk to each other, but I always love hearing from you and knowing just how far you've come <3 I'm so glad your dreams of going into animation are coming to fruition, and you're going to accomplish so so SO much in the next few years. I could imagine seeing your work in the movies and think "Hey, I know the girl who designed that!" I'm glad we've still stayed in touch over the past three years and really can't wait to see what the next few years will bring for you

~thparkle-Mathter And of course I had to save the best for last! DOT/M/L-A/G/AEIB, my best and dearest friend in the world and so much more than that! I honestly don't know where to start, because there is so much good to you! There is not much to say that hasn't already been said, but I really do mean it every time I do! I love you so so so much, and am beyond honoured to be the one you call your best friend. I can't believe it all started with Aspen three years ago, it really is special for me and will always be my favourite memory of you <333 You truly are the sweet best friend I have always wanted, in fact you're better than I could have ever asked for! I always enjoy talking to you until the wee hours of the morning (at least as long as can be held out XD) whether it's brainstorming, seriousness, or randomness, it's always enjoyable with you <333 You're truly someone to look up to-- you're sweet and kind and supportive, not to mention you're truly selfless and will always listen to someone and know just what to say to help them feel better. I never thought someone was capable of being such a loving and wonrderful person until I met you. AOU truly is something special, and working with you was what made it that way! Our babies have grown so much, and there isn't anything that doesn't remind me of it these days. SOMEDAY AOU WILL BE FAMOUS, AND SOMEDAY WE WILL SEE EACH OTHER AND PARTY IN VEGAS, AND SPEND A WHITE CHRISTMAS TOGETHER AND NOT NEED TO BOTHER WITH EVIL TIME ZONES <3333333 There is so much more you deserve to hear, but I'd be typing forever if I wanted you to know how much I appreciate your presence and light in my undeserving life ;--; <333333333 ILU so so so much and hope we remain as close as we are foreverrrr

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I can't believe that most of us have known each other for three years! I'm so grateful I got to meet ALL OF YOU here, whether through dA or elsewhere, and could not be happier to have all of you in my life. I hope you enjoy your holiday, whatever you may celebrate, and that 2010 will bring you all of the blessings you could ever dream of.

And to those of you who celebrate it... Merry Christmas!



~ D-P/Jeni