Wiyaka is used often by very close friends and family. There is no true abreviation for it, since it's part of a name already.
Interesting how a long-dormant topic sometimes comes back into action. I just re-read this whole thread. Fascinating ... and even a couple warm-fuzzy moments, along with a couple poignant reminders of freinds gone on to other places. Anyhow, for those who may have missed it, Here's My Story. (No, in fact, that's not exactly what I had in mind)
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