At this time, let's take a moment to recognize all our dear but departed members who, for whatever reason, have gone on to bigger and better things. Each and every one of them brought something unique and special to this community, and all of them are missed. But you don't have to take my word for it -- here's what the TOUAMB archives have to say about our long-lost friends.
Misterqueue: "Misterqueue is a guy who many of us had honest to god human contact with in spite of the sometimes isolating effect of the internet." - SideShow
Nabubrush drinks (a lot), our former resident sexpot: "Everyone is gay for Nabu. Whether they want to be or not." - Doc
St. Zartan, winner of the 2005 TOUAMBie for "MIA but still in our hearts." "The Cloistered Librarian, brilliant with the quip and pop-culture reference. Come away from the stacks and see us sometime!" - AlohaDawg
Judy, AKA Drygioni, whose sudden resurrection has mystified us all: "The rest of you could learn a thing or two from Judy. He's a gentleman and a scholar." - Nabu
Jough: "No matter what you say, I know your terrible secret: You're actually a nice guy." - Hobot
Congratulations to all the nominees. No matter who wins tonight, you are all still in our fondest memories. Except for you, Judy, because you are right here on our board.
And the winner of the 2009 TOUAMBie award for "Gone but Not Forgotten" is...
Drygioni!
Congratulations, Judy. We're glad you came back from the virtual graveyard to recieve this honor, and we hope you stick around this time.