Who inspires you ?
and why.....plus some thanks.
Sunday, June 21, 2009 by vStyler | Discussion: Community
Myself? My Father, joined the Royal Navy when he was 16, retired a lieutenant commander and went on to a succesful career in civil service.. I am very proud of him.
My eldest son, has been through all kinds of trauma, hit by a car when he was 13 broke both legs, one arm, shoulder, cracked skull, persevered though that to break another arm, and a finger, then was thrown though a window by a drunk redneck, through all the trauma, you wouldn't know he had suffered at all. I'm very proud of him too.
In public life? Couple of examples come to me..
Roger Federer, one of the greatest ever and one of the classiest acts around. Good luck to him this Wimbledon, altho I'm pulling for my countryman.. Andy Murray.
George Bush, for not backing down when things got tough, regardless of what you my think of him I do believe he acted from the heart with the best interest of the American people. (some of you may disagree)
The secret Santa, he has passed away, may his spirit of samaritanism be passed on to.. someone.
Right now? the people of Iran for having the conviction to stand up to oppression and tyranny... my thoughts are with them.
Our Marines and soldiers serving and fighting on foreign soil, giving their lives for our freedom and way of life.
The millions of starving children around the world, they ask nothing, they know no different, they are at the mercy of the worst life can offer a human being. Do yourself and them a favor.. donate to starving children ANY time you can and be thankful you were not born into the hell they were. This above all things keeps my chin up that I am far more fortunate than I could have been.
Within customization...
My friend danilloOc, the best in the game in my opinion, a constant source of motivation, basically a 'competitor" but never too good to offer help to anyone with a problem, thx Dan, your larger than life.
My good friend Tom, (LightStar) who through thick and thin over almost 10 years has been there for me....and my family.
My wonderful friend Tiggz, one of the wisest... yet quietest people I know... He has motivated me to be better than I actually am.
My old friend IR Brainiac... He has not been dealt as good a hand as a lot of us but inspires me every day to be a better artist, a more thoughtful person and in general.. just better. God bless ya mate.
Sydneysiders - My long distance critic and long time friend, she has been a huge part of what I do for quite a while now, If you have bought or downloaded a theme in the last 2-3 years.. she played a big part in it. Not a bad lookin gal either 
Lastly my colleagues from Maxstyles, Messiah, Bilbo, Aroche, Pixel, Brihana, Basj, they have all stuck by me, they haven't made a penny but have helped me build my brand thru their selfless input, loyalty and hard work. Thank you guys.
Honorable mention to the guys at SD that have helped me advance my career, Brad, Zubaz, ID, Alexandrie, Alexandra, Jafo, etc etc etc...
Thank you all...
I could go on and on..and on and on.. but this is what springs to my mind right now.
Who inspires you?
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Reply #22 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 5:24 AM
If you haven't seen the video, as disturbing as it is.. you should watch it. It has haunted me all day.... very VERY sad.
God bless her and everyone who stands up for freedom and God damn the cowards that they stand up against
Obama, it's time to speak up.
She lost her life to mindless, evil control freaks. Blessings on those who oppose tyranny!
Reply #23 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 5:56 AM
No big stick necessary... true contentment with your partner/spouse means you have no need of unwise/silly distractions.
Reply #24 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 6:09 AM
No big stick necessary... true contentment with your partner/spouse means you have no need of unwise/silly distractions.
Major "Bravo!" 
After all, what's good for the goose is good for the gander...one should consider a loved one's feelings, no?
Reply #25 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 9:42 AM
Actually, I never consider Shaunna's feelings... I consider my own and hers are well and truly covered. It's called being in sync and truly on the same wavelength as your soulmate.
*EDIT* Tomorrow is D-Day here.... D-Day being the delightful day my delightful missus arrives home from Tassie... YIPEEEEEE.
Reply #26 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 9:43 AM
Hey John, thank you very much for mention/support me
You're a great friedn and designer.
...now who inspires me Willian Gibson, Isaac Asimov, Philip K Dick, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs.
Reply #27 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 1:59 PM
My mother was a rock and the only foundation I've ever really needed and aspire to..
Reply #28 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 2:55 PM
No big stick necessary... true contentment with your partner/spouse means you have no need of unwise/silly distractions.
I was just kidding. I wholly agree with you.
Reply #29 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 3:56 PM
great article you all i have been inspired by very good people
my mother and step father inspired me most
she didn't have a great childhood she was molested when she was but a little girl
that produced me and my two brothers
she never held that against us we were her children and she loved us and made sure we knew it she never told her mother who it was until she was safely on her own
she met my step father who to me is and always will be my father who loved us unconditionly to him we three were his children they had five of their own
i miss them both every day i am so glad they didn't have to face my brothers death so now we are seven and we are always there for each other
and last but not least all of you guys here much love
Reply #30 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 4:53 PM
First off: My Son inspires me, he inspires me to be a better person for myself and for my little family
My Second inspiration comes from WC and all the members here who inspire me to keep working at the graphics i do
Specifically 2 people who have been such good friends in the skinning community are KAREN: K10W3, and John:vStyler, those 2 folks have helped me in so many ways, with skinning and life issues....thanks guys, i love ya
my parents never inspired me because they are against everything i want to and have done in life.
Reply #31 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 8:35 PM
My Second inspiration comes from WC and all the members here who inspire me to keep working at the graphics i do
Specifically 2 people who have been such good friends in the skinning community are KAREN: K10W3, and John:vStyler, those 2 folks have helped me in so many ways, with skinning and life issues....thanks guys, i love ya
my parents never inspired me because they are against everything i want to and have done in life.
glad you have your son and your friends here 
Reply #32 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 10:29 AM
Glenn Beck and anyone willing to stand up for individual freedoms.. inspires me.
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Reply #21 Tuesday, June 23, 2009 1:30 AM
Everyone here and nine out of the ten voices in My head.