In a message dated 5/12/2002 6:58:30 AM Pacific Daylight Time, creedyrn4ever@HOTMAIL.COM writes:

I'm new at the discussion list thing. I've never sent a fan letter or
>anything regarding a band.  So forgive me if I'm too long winded!  I also
>feel a little weird, but I'm curious about other Creed Fans and there
>experiences.
>
>I received a few messages (good and bad) and I have to agree on one point.
>This band is made of 3 very talented men.  Don't get me wrong...Scott has
>the most powerful voice I have ever heard.  When he sings, he makes me feel
>what he is singing about.  But Mark, also has the same effect on me with
>his incredible guitar playing.  The strength and emotion comes though not
>only in the lyrics but in the music.  And I can't leave out the mighty
>Scott Phillips.  I can also feel the emotion and spirituality coming
>through his drums.  The three of them together make me feel the most
>intense strength, spirituality, and emotion I have ever felt when listening
>to music.  There are songs that can bring me tears and also songs that have
>given me the strength to get through the roughest of times.
>
>I must admit my disappointment when the tour was cancelled.  I live in
>Alaska (No one tours in Alaska).  So, I bought plane tickets to Portland,
>OR and lucked out and got floor seats at the Rose Garden.  I don't think I
>have ever been so excited.  I was finally going to see my favorite band in
>concert.  And then the accident.  I've cancelled my trip and lost out on
>the non refundable airline tickets.  But everything happens for a reason.
>I'm sure there will be a better opportunity for me to see them.
>
>My thoughts are with him and the band.  As for these conspiracy
>theories...Well I'm so not into that.  I believe what is being said and I
>really doubt they would cancel for unjustifiable reasons.  So that's it.
>
>PS....Has anyone heard if they will reschedule at the same venues when the
>tour resumes??????