All:

Thanks for your concern about my brother, Nebiel, who lost everything he owned in the wildfires in Malibu.

His was one of the first to go, and made headlines as a result. We watched flames ravage the house where he rented a room and his church live on CNN. The next morning, we found a photo of his home on fire, flames spilling out of his bedroom (see photo below), on the cover of the New York Times. It was a sad and surreal experience.

Although he lost his collection of street paintings gathered from his travels, journals, photos, etc., he was safe and so were his roommates. Ever the optimist, he is handling this experience with grace and looking forward to the future.

He is in the process of getting back the basics - a home, clothes, etc., and truly appreciates all support, be it financial or in spirit. Thanks for your concern and generosity in helping him get back on his feet!

Mahela