Okay, so I have been busily reading all day, and I idly asked myself where a forum buddy has been.
Death.
The person has not been online in two months. I actually owe them money, as they sent me some great decks but neglected to send their PayPal info. I honestly never would have expected them to mail the decks before having payment. I have sent PMs via the forum, and emails to the listed address, trying to get the money to them, with no response.
The only, only, only time I have ever had the Death card mean a physical death was for my own grandfather, but he was in cardiac failure in a hospice, so it's not like that was a surprise. I hope I am keeping that record, but I am unlikely to find out unless they just pop on one day. *crossing fingers*
Update - March 2, 2010: My friend showed up, money was sent, and all is well. Whew.