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© 2010 Armando Salas.---------------------------I must recognize that AW has a kind of magnetism in spite of all defects. It is a very friendly site. I have in advance drawn one hundred comic pages that will be published during the current year and this means I'll have time available for other activities. BTW four weeks ago I had a surgery in my left eye. I had a cyst (=lipoma; it can be seen on my photos taken in Paris) but it became large (giant really) lately. Time to CUT :-) BTW after an hour since the doctor began to cut, the anesthetic didn't work and this means he sewed the wound "as is". I truly enjoyed the needle running inside my flesh :-) LOL! Maybe I'll draw a cartoon about it! :-) . ---------During the last year I also developed -and still- an intense political activity through my editorial daily strips because our Government and Prime Minister are leading our country into abyss. They woke up the perpetual fighter inside me and my opinion shakes them every day. Mi work, during the last year, was successful and it appears as "most commented" every day. Of course, I got a lot of enemies. ---------- Since three charming ladies, Beatrix Jahn, Minerva Bloom and Olga Van Dijk (alphabetical order :-) asked for it, I come back although not on a daily basis because AW is a very demanding site.----------- I wasn't an active member the time our dear Reba McDonald passed away but today I come back bringing my tribute to her memory: for me, it's a must. To honor your memory, dear lady and supportive friend, this image and my love are for you.

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Melodye Whitaker 05 Feb 2012

So beautiful!

Emily Reed 07 Apr 2011

I was thinking about Reba today, and found your wonderful tribute to her. I love seeing the artists that were here when I first arrived at AW in 2004.

Katerina Koukiotis 01 Jun 2010

I'm so sorry to read Reba passed away :( I had no idea, however our last exchange she did mention have health problems, i will miss her dearly, I'm just so sad right now, i had no idea she passed away :(

Kukua Akumanyi 08 Mar 2010

I agree... it's like a confortable pair slippers..

Bluemoonshadow 06 Mar 2010

Thank you, Armando, for doing this beautiful portrait of my mother... I sure miss my mom..

Steve Farr 19 Feb 2010

Welcome back Armando and I must say this is an EXCELLENT tribute to a much loved and dear lady!!~S

Lynn De Serres 18 Feb 2010

Exquisite tribute and magnificent artwork indeed. Welcome back Armando - I wish you well.

Les Jobes 18 Feb 2010

You have done a wonderful thing here Armando, this is a touching, and beautifully spiritual tribute to a dear, dear soul who touched us all & will remain apart of each of our lives forever. (and I'm sorry to learn of your struggles, I'll be sending positive energy your way, hoping to give you ADDED strength to handle anything that the future holds..) Wishing you all the best always, hugs, and smiles, Les. :o)

Artist Reply: Wow wow wow, darling Leslie!!!! :-)))) What a wonderful surprise to finish my day with!!!!! 1:41 my time, I was ready to go to bed (only the vampires and Van Helsing are around :-). How are the things in your part of the World, girl? Wishing only the very best to you and your family, Miss Smile :-) You made my day, thank you very much.

Alberto D'Assumpcao 18 Feb 2010

What a fabulous tribute, Armando!!! I'm so glad to see you again here!!! Despite all problems, this site is like a family!!!...

Artist Reply: Você está certo, caro amigo. Este site é único e é uma vergonha tanta rigidez. Quero dizer ao nu, por exemplo, também é arte.

jamie winter 17 Feb 2010

welcome back Armando, wonderful tribute to an incredible person and artist.

Artist Reply: Incredible person and artist. She was one of most brave woman I ever knew. Rest in peace the beloved lady and friend. Thank you very much, Jamie.

Roy Boobyer 17 Feb 2010

Great to see you back my friend. I'm sure all of AW has been missing your talent and humor. We all benefit from having one of the foremost cartoonists in the world in our company.

Artist Reply: Thank you very much, my dear Roy, for the warm welcome. Hope you'll draw/paint new portraits. I refer to your granddaughter, your best and most beautil model. Of course your masterful cartoons are welcome as well :-)

Loredana 16 Feb 2010

Great to see you Back Armando..BUT OMG I don't know where I was I didn't know about Reba's Passing she was the most beautiful person RIP Sweet One :

Artist Reply: Thank you very much, Lore. I had the chance to see your amazing photos. I'll visit your portfolio as soon as possible :-)

Olga van Dijk 16 Feb 2010

AWESOME TO HAVE YOU BACK with such a dramatic tribute.... Beautiful my friend.... And I 100% agree with Minerva...Just post when you feel like it. No pressure... Life is good with our Spanish Cartoonist back on AW! Love it! Welcome home my friend! Amor and that Luz thingy, Moi:-))

Artist Reply: Thank you, Olga. You know, my English was always so limited and I didn't practice it during months. My mind isn't the same and I forgot things :-) The old teenager, you know... :-))) My main problem is to reply or write comments. I'll try to do my best. Glad to meet you again.

Vivian Allen 16 Feb 2010

Beautiful tribute to our Reba, Armando. Her kindness and love was seen in her art and with every word she posted. The roses, swan, Heaven and Reba, here and now there. Nice to see you again. Hoping your eye heals quickly.

Artist Reply: Thank you very much, Vivian. It was so easy to love Reba; it's so difficult to assume her lost. About my eye, yesterday night the las piece of skin fell down. My left eye is ready to admire your work again :-)

Lorna Skeie 16 Feb 2010

So glad you are back Armando. You were missed. I did not know the lady but just looking at this peice of work tell the story that she was a wonderful person and is greatly missed. Your talen in telling a story is amazing.

Artist Reply: Thank you for your warm welcome, Lorna. Hope all is OK at your home and so sorry I haven't more photos from Mallorca. Not sure I'm an amazing storyteller although since I create comics, I MUST be a storyteller.

Terry Bassett 16 Feb 2010

Nice tribute Armando and I'm really glad to see you around again..:-)

Artist Reply: Thank you, Terry. As the flu does, I'm here once per year (at least:-)

Sharon Gonzalez 16 Feb 2010

WELCOME BACK, ARMANDO!!!! WELCOME HOME!!!! :-))) IT HAS NOT REALLY BEEN THE SAME HERE SINCE YOU LEFT. SO VERY HAPPY! AND THIS WONDERFUL IMAGE OF YOURS IS AN AWESOME AND PERFECT ONE FOR YOUR RETURN. I KNOW THAT REBA IS LOOKING DOWN AND SMILING.

Artist Reply: "Welcome home"... It sounds wonderful, dear Sharon. Just paying the bills for the parties and orgies that all of you celebrated here while I wasn't at home :-)))

Sandra McClure 16 Feb 2010

Wonderful tribute Armando and welcome back. This last year I had cancer and radiation so I understand the time constraints. Blessings on your health and your art creativity.

Artist Reply: Glad to meet you again, Sandra. Thank you for your kind and warm welcome. I pray for your health and speedy recovery. My mother also had cancer but she always had a strong spirit and this way she enjoyed a long, long life. It's FUNDAMENTAL to believe, it's NECCESARY to fight. I'm sure you'll do it.

Minerva Bloom 16 Feb 2010

Dear Armando, I'm very happy to see you back, but don't feel you must contribute. I know what you mean, AW does get very demanding, but it's really up to each person to do as they see fit. Relax, have a glass of vino and drop by once in a while. No rush, no problem. Nothing is expected, no more that you can give. Love ya lots! Te quiero mucho compadre! Besitos!

Artist Reply: Hola, querida comadre. Voy a intentar no complicarme la vida y el tiempo con excesiva actividad en Artwanted aunque sé que este sitio es tan adictivo como el tabaco (y yo soy fumador, claro). Tengo a mi favor el haber adelantado el trabajo de todo un año: las páginas de Flip. Aunque ya le he tomado la medida (más de 2.500 páginas dibujadas) no puedo perder de vista que es un personaje dirigido a niños, que se publica en una revista editada por misioneros católicos y, consecuentemente, hay temas como la violencia, la bebida, el tabaco y cosas así hay que eludirlas por mucho que se disfracen bajo el manto del humor. De s.e.x.o. ya ni hablamos! :-))))----- A ver si este año me animo a pintar algo porque lo cierto es que durante 2009 no he hecho nada. Gracias por la bienvenida. ---P.S.- Raramente tomo vino aunque sí una cervecita diaria. Cerveza holandesa porque vuestra "Coronita" me parece muy floja y para niñas. Para niñas que bebían Coca-Cola a escondidas :-)))))))))))))) Besiños.

Joanna Jungjohann 16 Feb 2010

brings tears, of remembrance of a most genuine spirited person with high moral and character of one who cared in earnest for her fellow human . I love that you did such an amazing tribute to such an amazing woman, Armando.

Artist Reply: Just replied Anneke's comment (below). Reba was... just Reba, that wonderful blessing shining in our lives.

Anneke Hut 16 Feb 2010

Armando, what a wonderful tribute to dearest Reba! I think she will smile her sweet smile in heaven about your comeback. I hope that you're okay, dear friend, I'm happy to see you again! Welcome back! :)

Artist Reply: Thank you, Anneke :-) Reba's smile lives inside my heart; difficult to believe I'll not get more of her supportive comments; difficult to accept I'll only meet her in Eternity.

Seth Weaver 16 Feb 2010

Hooray! Armando's BACK! Beautiful work and a lovely inspired tribute, my friend. Thank you Olga,Beatrix, andMinerva for luring Armando back. We've all missed your fine quality art.

Artist Reply: Hi, Seth. Thanks for the Hooray! :-))) Glad to meet you again. What about that little angel?

Nelly van Nieuwenhuijzen 16 Feb 2010

oh so sad she passed away, did not know.... and at the same time so happy to see you here again my dear Spanish cartoonist, artist, ARTIST!!! this work is so great, so very touching me, thanks for that! Armando you are UNIQUE AND WE NEED YOU!!!

Artist Reply: Hi, Nelly. We'll celebrate this event as soon as possible. I still have few bottles of VERY red wine ("Barrantes", craft), the kind of wine that PAINTS the glass :-))) The taste... a sin :-)

Stefani Wehner 16 Feb 2010

Great to see you back, Armando......and this with a marvelous tribute for a wonderful lady.

Artist Reply: All the tributes are well deserved because our dear Reba was a most supportive friend. Glad to meet you again, Stefani. You made me think of Paris. Nostalgia... Thank you very much for your visit truly appreciated.

Joan Wulff 16 Feb 2010

Nice creative picture!

Artist Reply: Thank you very much, Joan. You're very kind.

ruth sears 16 Feb 2010

so nice to see you on here again Armando,thought about you and what you were up to,missed your fine works,welcome back.this is wonderfully done and moving.

Artist Reply: Thank you very much, Ruthie. Your words make me blush :-) I'm very shy :-)