Long time no see!


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Yes I'm still around. Still sick, but I'm not letting that stop me.

I've missed you all, my friends, but since I'm feeling a bit better, I'm going to make an effort to show up more often.

Just to recap what's been going on... Back in February of last year, I started having these MASSIVE blinding headaches. And as time went on, they kept getting worse and worse. Then the dizziness started, and the occasional fainting spells. Several doctors and medical tests later, they found out that a nerve in the back of my head was misfiring, causing all the trouble. Surgeries were discussed, as well as various medications (I could stock a pharmacy will all the pain meds we've tried that failed).

We finally have a (mostly) workable solution, and while the headaches etc aren't gone, I'm fighting my way back to semi-normal.

So expect to see me in-game a lot more often.

Also, Kyo and I are coming back to our show on KJSR.net this Friday at 7pm Eastern, and we have a VERY important announcement. So I have a big favor to ask. If you can, please tune in, and listen. Kyo and I will be in Pocket D during the show as well. It's THAT important.

Feels good to be back, and I hope to see you all on Friday!

-- Charlie


 

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Glad you're back Charlie!


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Originally Posted by SteampunkCharlie View Post
Also, Kyo and I are coming back to our show on KJSR.net this Friday at 7pm Eastern, and we have a VERY important announcement. So I have a big favor to ask. If you can, please tune in, and listen. Kyo and I will be in Pocket D during the show as well. It's THAT important.
Hummm.... spider-sense tingling...

I'll be there with bells on ! (... now, where do I put those bells...)



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What kinda gift do I bring?


 

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Just bring yourself. That's gift enough for me.


 

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glad to hear you are on the recovery road! Drive faster!

*hugs and licks*

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Kultie!!! I hope you'll tune in and stop by dear. It'd mean a lot to me!


 

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Glad to hear you are feeling better Charlie!


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Welcome back, Charlie! I just happen to be free this Friday evening, so I'll be sure to tune in.


 

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Thanks Ura and Korith.

I'm not really BETTER, but I'm doing OKAY. One day at a time...

Stuck in a wheelchair for the next while, but Kyo is helping me cope with that.


 

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Dang. Sorry to hear about your headaches, sir. Hope the best for you and a 100% recovery!


 

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Better is always relative. I tend to often respond when someone asks me; "How are you doing?"

"Better than I was, cause it can always get worse."


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Thanks everyone. It means a lot to me.


 

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May not make D, but I will try to tune in. Glad to hear your improving, didn't know how bad it was, just that it wasn't good.


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Just a reminder folks, Kyo and I will be in Pocket D at 7 Eastern to kick off our return, and to make the big announcement. I hope you'll be able to tune in. It's rather important.


 

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Just a reminder folks, Kyo and I will be in Pocket D at 7 Eastern to kick off our return, and to make the big announcement. I hope you'll be able to tune in. It's rather important.
Still no internet access at home!

I'll keep an eye on this thread for the after-announcement


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Oz, 10 minutes before the show the red message of doom came up....In 10 minutes...ya know the rest.


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Are the servers up? I just realized that this was TODAY and not TOMORROW because I'm an idiot. :/


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Thanks to everyone who showed up, whether it was in the D (thanks to the Devs for shutting down Protector 10 minutes before we made the big announcement!), in the LiveChat, or just tuned in.

For those who couldn't make it, here's the short form: I'm dying.

Long form: We've found out that the headaches are being caused by a problem called Occipital Neuralgia, which is a side effect of Marburg's Variant, a form of MS. Right now a whole slew of doctors are saying I've got 3-5 years at the outside. BUT, there's a 20% chance that I'll end up living a lot longer (I turn 40 in July). Myself, I'm betting on that 20%.

Either way, we've already made arrangements, so the station won't be shutting down for a long, long time. And I intend to enjoy however much time I have left, be it long or short.

Whatever happens, keep in mind that I ask one thing of all of you: no crying. I'm not crying over it, and I don't want you doing so either. No funeral for me, thanks. I want a party instead. Celebrate the life I've had, not the death that stopped it.

I intend to be around as often as I can, between the constant dizziness, headaches, and blackouts. Because like I said, I'm betting on that 20%.

And remember, I love you all.


 

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*pouncetacklehuggles*

Sorry I missed the event last night - hubby claimed the comp for stuff he needed to do(down to 1...sooooo *murph*). I'll keep lighting candles for you & yours *hugs*.

Pax


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*hug*
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It was quite a touching moment last night and I'm glad I took a few minutes to pop in.

Thank you for allowing us to be a part of this and share in the moment with you.

If there is anything I can do personally, please let me know.


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So sorry for the bad news.

I sincerely wish you and yours the best.


 

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Sorry to hear about the news, Charlie. I wasn't able to make it last night as I couldn't get to a computer but I was hoping it was going to be some sort of happy announcement. Alas, I see I was wrong.

Keep fighting the good fight as you already know that attitude is a huge part of any battle such as this. You have my support. Best of luck.


 

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Hey Charlie, I'm pulling for the 20% aslo. You've got the right attitude & always know we've got your back.


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