It is with great sorrow that I write this now.
For the brightest, warmest, most human of us has left us here in SoulCast, and we're left searching for meaning in the empty space that was once filled with words of wisdom, power, strength and devotion.
Four sad words are left there as an epitaph, reading "I will miss you", and my soul is crushed beneath the weight of these words.
Am I to go ever-thirsty for your humanity? For your wisdom? When will we find you again?
Your absence is felt throughout the community. Each one of us, who have been moved and affected by your words, feel your absence, not just here, but in our own lives.
Madame S. was quite apt in describing you as "the greatest of men".
Even though your posts are gone, I know you're still here with us, and you can still log on and read our words.
I've only been here for three weeks and I've been altered irrevocably in my interactions with you. I can only imagine what other people that's known you better must be going through.
I will keep your words(what I can recall of them) close to my heart. Especially your last sermon.
Please, Hunter, if you see this, post here and let us know that you're at least alright in the flesh.
SoulCasters, if you see this, post here to let him know how much we miss him and crave his words.
GrapeKoolaid posted on Aug 22, 2006
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JadeLondon said on Aug 23, 2006....
I hope you will at least give us some sign that you are okay. Hunter, we understand why you may not wish to blog with us anymore.
You know, if anything, you could create another username. Or wait it out a few weeks, and then come back to us. Be more circumspect. Even I have tried to do so.
We will be waiting. Don't bow out because of a few haters. You wouldn't let me. I am not ready to let go of you, either.
I hope you are growing well--waiting for a safe time to return.
XOXO ~Jade
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monozuki said on Aug 23, 2006....
Sir HBC
Even if I just a person from the last line. I would to express how a good man you are. The wisdom you shared and moments in your life move us. I was just gone for a week and when I came back I was stunned to know the news about you.
I doubted that your death maybe your just under medication. But hope somehow you give us assuring sign that you fine...and alive...
As part of the community, I be waiting for your presence..
We'll miss you dearly..Sir HBC
Monozuki
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lifeslikethat said on Aug 23, 2006....
I joined Soulcast just a few days back and Hunter's blog (his Last Sermon) is certainly one of the most inspiring and well-written blogs I have read. I am extremely extremely sad that he has left Soulcast. I wish I had kept a copy of his Last Sermon.
Hunter, come back please - we need compassion here - and some warmth and goodness.
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FaithfulDisciple said on Aug 23, 2006....
The great phoenix will rise from his ashes to transform into an even greater being that it was before. No doubt about it, Hunter will return after he has conquered his difficult moments with triumphant victory.
Meantime, the endearing impression (My Last Sermon) he has left to those who have been fortunate enough to have known his humanity will forever be etched in the memory of our souls as we continue to pray for his immediate recovery.
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FaithfulDisciple said on Aug 23, 2006....
Grape: IMHA, Hunter had to take off his blogs to maintain his confidentiality for the security of his family, perhaps upon the advice of Mrs. HBC.
It is better off this way with no addtional stress or distractions to worry him, while he is still in the process of medication. I refuse to acknowledge that Hunter is permanently gone unless he himself tells us so.
There is one important lesson to learn in all these. The importance of anonymity and confidentiality. It's a strange world out there, and some psychos don't take lightly whatever you have to say, whether it about your character, your beliefs or your ideas.
So please everyone, never blog about personal and confidential information for your own safety.
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silverwhisper said on Aug 23, 2006....
hunter is the living, breathing heart of this place.
and folks, please heed faithful disciple. FD is wise.
ed
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silverwhisper said on Aug 23, 2006....
btw: grape, please edit the title of this so that his full name does not appear. that was part of the problem in the first place.
ed
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InterplanetJanet said on Aug 23, 2006....
This is so strange. I found myself thinking about HBC all last night. My home 'puter is broken, so I was drafting a post about him in my mind all night. I never really commented on any of HBC's posts (I think I replied to one or two), but I read them all and they moved me. I feel love for this man (I am not a freaky, cyber-stalker, I swear), even though I know him only through a few words. His tendrils of energy wrapped around every post he published on SC, and I connected with him and felt his energy. The following is the post I was drafting last night (with some edits in light of the present situation):
Dear Hunter,
I think I am in love with you. I mean this in a purely platonic way. Your words move me in a way I have never felt, especially in an online forum. The openness and honesty of everything you write fills me with warmth.
I will miss you. I regret that I did not engage in coversation with you on your posts. I was fearful to comment on your posts because I did not want to detract from the beauty of your words. I sort of felt like my words and means of expression were so far inferior to yours that they would be out of place on your blog. And I know from reading you, that you would have respected my comments no matter how inarticulate. I hate being regretful because of irrational fear. Now it is too late.
I wish you the best. Please keep your family safe and take care of your health. I still get teary when I think of the way you speak of Mrs. HBC; you are truly soulmates and she would be empty without you. If you need legal advice re: the stalkers, please contact me. There are some pretty stiff laws regarding stalking, especially of the cyber variety. I know the police can help you to some extent, but there may be more you can do with your own counsel (i.e., restraining orders, etc.). Good luck and thank you for letting me into your life, however briefly; I feel like I am a better person as a result.
Warmest regards,
IPJ
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the_infernal_optimist said on Aug 23, 2006....
I miss you, HBC, and I look forward to your return when circumstances permit. I know you care about a lot of people here, and as you could probably see if you were reading, that care is priceless. The SC harmony won't be as tight or beautiful without your voice.
Warmest wishes for ever-increasing good health and happiness,
~Infernal
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GrapeKoolaid said on Aug 23, 2006....
You see what you've done here renegade preacher? You've spoiled us all with interest. You've touched us all with your kind words, you've moved us all with your courage.
I wanted you to at least know what you meant to some of us.
In the meantime, bake, my friend, and keep us in your thoughts.
Much respect,
Grape.
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GrapeKoolaid said on Aug 23, 2006....
Hey all!
We have a Hunter Update!!!
http://www.soulcast.com/post/show/17440/hunter-buyce-chandler
Let's all wish him well and a speedy recovery!!!
:)
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CreativeWoman said on Aug 23, 2006....
Hunter used to leave notes on my blog that said something to the effect of, "I have absolutely nothing to comment on this topic." The fact that he commented at all said something.
I will miss you.
CW
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hunter_boyce_chandler said on Sep 25, 2006....
Grape
You are the greatest. I am embarressed by all of this.
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GrapeKoolaid said on Sep 26, 2006....
If not you than who?
In the immortal words of John Lennon, "I am he as you are he as you are me and we are all together."
I am privileged to have met you here. It was my fortune. No need to feel embarassed. This was but a small segment. I'm sure there were many more who felt the same who never got the chance to tell you. My readership was fledgling at best.
I just wish I could have done more.
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