It is with deep sadness that I must let you all know that my dear big sister, schnitzie, lost her battle with cancer this morning. She did not suffer, and although we knew the end was near, her passing was still a shock. She hadn't posted on BBI in a while, but back when she did, she thoroughly enjoyed the witty banter that often accompanied the lively debates on the forum especially when they were good.
I know that she made a lot of friends through BBI, and kept up contact outside of the site. She would want you to know that she treasured the things about BBI that made it great especially its community feel and how so many times it was there to help people in need.
Cancer flipping sucks. Such a merciless blight on existence. Remember to keep those people who matter to you close, and to let them know often how much you cherish them.
RiffRaff and I and the entire Plaid family will miss schnitzie greatly.
My deepest condolences.
and fuck cancer.
I had no idea she was sick and feel terrible about that. She was one of a kind and she will be missed.
RIP, Andrea.
Some the debates she participated in got contentious, but more often then not, they also included a great deal of humor. She would argue well with anyone, so long as they debated intelligently. If they slipped and showed their less than intelligent side, there would be trouble.
Now, I am not entirely certain of this, but I pretty sure that the phrase, "blast her in the butt" was a schnitzie original. I think it was related to a debate regarding sexism and the inevitable crassness that men may sink to. I could be totally wrong about this, but I do recall that the first time I saw it, was in a schnitzie post.
I hope she got to witness the promise of Aaron Judge. I imagine she would have loved seeing that.
Damn.
All the best to your friends family during this difficult time.
Will miss schnitzie. She was a very good poster. My condolences to you both.
My deepest condolences to you both and to your families.
R.I.P. schnitz! I love you!