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September 16, 2014 - Personal Update

Friends,

I deeply regret my long absence from Rescreatu. As many of you know, about a year ago some very serious (personal) problems began emerging in my life.  For a period of time I simply no longer had the time or the mental wherewithal to continue my work with Rescreatu.  I was exhausted and burnt out; however, I can honestly say that the entire time you were in the back of my mind, poking me to return. Everything has now worked itself out and my life has resumed normalcy. I am terribly sorry for how poorly I handled the situation, but I am writing today with the happy news that I am finally able to return to try to pick up where we left off.

I'm the first to admit that there is a great deal of work to be done. I've spoken with our wonderful staff team and we have developed a game plan to move forward from here. We are still very dedicated to this project and will do our very best to bring new life to Rescreatu once again. Over the next few weeks we will be working on our Halloween events with the hope to make them as fun and memorable as ever. Additionally, we will be putting some time into updating some of the more primitive features on the website. Before I left it was our goal to completely recode Rescreatu. Ultimately this goal remains the same; however, as things currently stand we will be focusing on improving what we already have instead.

I have a lot of work ahead of me to earn your trust once again but I am confident that I will be able to do it! In an effort to better keep everyone informed I will work towards committing some time regularly to interact with you all in some type of digital format. Perhaps an "ask Patrick anything" series... I'm not sure yet but am open for suggestions (discuss in comments?). Additionally we will have a designated staff member to act as our community liaison - facilitating communication between you, staff, and myself.

I'm looking towards the future and I hope you all will too. Thank you for sticking with us.

-          Patrick

Comments: 62



Arrow - October 16, 2014
A lot of us haven't stuck with you, Pat. I usually only see maybe an average of 50 users online in a day. The forums are dead, nothing new happens on Res, and right after this post about you coming back, we get apples and an update about Halloween art being livestreamed. Knowing that the art on Res is literally being pushed to possibly a week or so before the expected event is pitiful, really. Events should be planned out beforehand. We're halfway through October and still nothing on the site. Are we going to continue the Xoria/Xespa well into November again? I'm just tired of the disappointment, honestly.
Breeze666 - September 29, 2014
Welcome back. I've recently returned to the site myself. I am excited for the Halloween events(always my fave). I am glad things in your life(outside Res) have worked themselves out. I truly hope things are going well for you. I wish you luck in the revamp of Res and look forward to the results.
monet08 - September 28, 2014
I am sooo unbelievably happy to hear this. Ive taken time off of rescreatu, and i JUST came back today wondering "is anything going on yet?" Im so happy. Thank you Patrick.c:
rootbeercarrot - September 26, 2014
Thank you.
WhiteFox - September 25, 2014
So glad to hear everything's been sorted out! I'm so, so keen for those halloween events! Even if i'm not as active as I used to be, the halloween events of Res always stay in the back of my mind, making me come back >w< The story of the two sisters is an absolute blast to read and be part of. Hail Xespa So keen <3
Wwizzy - September 23, 2014
Welcome back and thanks for coming back. As has been said, take care of yourself first. Sending lots of hugs and cookies your way. Take a deep breath and jump in with both feet. I'm a newbie - just joined this week and I love this place! Thanks for making it a reality.
Nalynas - September 18, 2014
Real life comes first, always. It's one of the hard and fast rules I live by. I understand completely; welcome back. I know it's an understatement to say you've been missed, but I'm saying it anyway. Good luck diving in and getting back to work - don't take on too much at once. It really can overwhelm you if you're not careful. Good to have you back, hon. And good to hear your life seems to be doing much better :)
White - September 18, 2014
#freeanna
Death - September 18, 2014
Finally =) welcome back ;p
lahlahrose - September 17, 2014
Hey! I remember you from, like, ages ago! Glad you're back I hope you feel heaps better! Chin up, grasshopper :3
Vol - September 17, 2014
Glad you are good now. My opinion on Halloween remains the same. Staff Goody-Bag are the best thing. They need to make an epic comeback. Also you should do an AMA on reddit.
Lunasparkle - September 17, 2014
Welcome back! Hope your life from this point forward is filled with many blessings!! Best wishes for future days filled with light, love and laughter!!!
Dunsparce - September 17, 2014
Welcome back! :33
Drenn - September 17, 2014
We are very glad to see you return Patrick. We missed you. We look forward to whatever lays in store. Take your time and don't push yourself to hard.
GG - September 17, 2014
All that matters is that you're here now. Thank you for coming back to us Pat. xx
HappyMomCat7 - September 17, 2014
Glad you're back!
Taka - September 17, 2014
Hoorah! Hoorah!
Loki - September 17, 2014
Welcome back Patrick ;w; Don's stress so much about the surprise hiatus, everyone has issues to deal with in real life, but thank you for taking the time to explain everything a bit :) I hope you stay well and the next year on Res is a peaceful one in the real world for you. I'll be keeping you in my thoughts as you work to make this site better than ever! You truly are one of the most easy site Coordinators/Owners I have ever met. Thank you!
Thowra - September 17, 2014
Welcome back Patrick! <333
Cursive - September 17, 2014
Welcome back!
Albion - September 17, 2014
... it's so easy to walk away and hard to walk back ... 'so glad that you did make it back ... best wishes for the future ... Albion
choongii - September 17, 2014
Welcome back Patrick :)
Tory - September 17, 2014
Welcome back, Patrick! :) I'm glad to hear that you feel better. We all have a real life and this is more important than everything else. You have a very good team and all of them gave their best.:) Make everything slow, step by step. You have all the time in the world. Your great team will support you and all the users will do it, too. :)
Epona - September 17, 2014
Welcome back Pat! I let out a little squeal when I saw the new update was from you! Looking forward to moving forward and seeing you around a little more, aye?
Fireelf - September 17, 2014
Welcome Back. That was a very eloquent piece of writing. Glad that things are getting better for you in RL Pat. Some of us were getting worried about where the site was heading, hope things for you and Res are on the up now.
Noir - September 17, 2014
Yay! Welcome back! ^^
gemmalambe - September 17, 2014
wellcome back ^_^
jenny17 - September 17, 2014
Welcome back. :)
Dustfeather - September 16, 2014
What a great speech ;v; It's so wonderful to have you back Pat!! Real life can kick ours butts sometimes, but at least we can return to Res for a break. I'm so excited with the plans we have for the very near future. ;) Also, an "Ask Patrick anything" would be really fun! Maybe you could even reply in video format for some of them, who knows. Anyway, cheers to Res moving forward!
Elysium - September 16, 2014
I may be new, however... First off, welcome back, Patrick. I'm glad life has finally given you an easier ride to ride on for awhile. I'm pretty sure many of us know how hectic life can be sometimes. But, I'm glad (And a bit impressed) that you've come back and are ready to sit down and create many new wonderful things for us to enjoy and partake in. As for trust, I can't say you've betrayed any of mine, as I wasn't here before you left. However , I do realize, that you don't have to come back and start formulating plans and enjoyments for us. You choose to, and I'm glad. Definitely no trust of mine being betrayed there. I understand how sometimes , people just need time to sort through ther lives. And your staff are wonderful. In the week or so I've been here, I've come to realize how much they do for the Rescreatu community. Definitely a plus there. I must say, Rescreatu is perhaps the best game I've ever had the pleasure to experience. The community is welcoming, the staff love to help, and overall, everyone is pleasant. Well, that's just a tiny piece of my mind I decided to share...hope you don't mind. Once again, welcome back Patrick, I'm glad to finally get a chance to meet you :3
Reaper - September 16, 2014
OMG I'M ACTUALLY CRYING welcome back pat!! :')I wanna be the staff liaison that would be so cool!! :O
Pretzel - September 16, 2014
Welcome back Patrick! But more importantly I'm glad everything in your life is back on good tracks! Time to work to get Res there too!
thehippi - September 16, 2014
Glad to see you back around. Hope to see you put this site back on track where it needs to be.
Abie - September 16, 2014
Welcome back
Vampire - September 16, 2014
So glad your back and have your life back in order. -hugs- Looking forward to all the new things you and the staff have planned for res in the near future. :)
Cougar - September 16, 2014
Paaaaaaaaaaaaaat!~ WB! We've missed you here, in the sad little community of rugged users, many of whom live in boxes and the concrete floors of the SB. Our creatu welcome you, as well, oh mighty God-of-Res! Lol, okay, I'm good. Good to have you back! Many of us have missed having you here, and the changes to the site. It will be fantastic to have the site start changing bit by bit again! I'm looking forward to seeing more from you! Ooo, a Halloween as fun and memorable as ever, I can't wait for that! There are a few events we've been waiting for, but I think we can all be a lot more patient, now that we know that the gears are turning once again! Don't stress yourself out too much, Pat. We've waited this long not knowing anything; it'll be easier for us to wait if you need breaks here and there! Great having you back, man!~<3
ChocoChippies - September 16, 2014
PREACH No, jk. I'm glad your are back and well, Patrick. I can't wait for Halloween and other things! Stay safe and normal (I guess I dunno).
Stargazer - September 16, 2014
Welcome back, glad to hear everything has settled down and returned to normal for you. 8)
Kikenie - September 16, 2014
Glad to hear that things are going better for you Patrick, and that you are back. Looking forward to see what's in store for the future of the site... and Halloween events. :D
Eiji - September 16, 2014
I'm so glad everything is okay! Welcome back, Pat! We missed you!! <3
yummycake6 - September 16, 2014
Welcome back Patrick :)
Oz - September 16, 2014
Welcome back, Patrick. Glad you're better. :D
Lunchboxbaby - September 16, 2014
Glad things are well again for you, Patrick. I hope they stay that way for you for a while. Thanks for coming back and being able to help the site. You've been missed.
Merlin77 - September 16, 2014
Welcome back Patrick! We are all glad that life has settled down. May things continue to present themselves in a positive light and your life be less stressful.
RainofStars - September 16, 2014
I'm glad things are better for you now Patrick. I can't wait to see what's in store for Res!
Juke - September 16, 2014
bless u pat and welcome back c:
Krillacreat - September 16, 2014
Pointing out what I think might be a typo. "and I hope you all will to" ought to be too.
AiCindy - September 16, 2014
Thank you so much for this update ^^ welcome back!
Dragontearz - September 16, 2014
Pat, hmu!
Thestral - September 16, 2014
Welcome back :3
blivious - September 16, 2014
The important thing is that you are taking care of yourself. It is easy to burnout when working on large projects over a long period of time Rest is important Having fun is important Eating well is important But the most important thing is you Take it easy
Puptea - September 16, 2014
We all understand and I for one is very happy to know things got back to normal for you<3 Welcome back!
Bunny - September 16, 2014
Times are tough for us all, Patrick. But its great to hear things are back to normal for you and i hope to see improvements! p.s it would be awesome if you can fix the awful wardrobe, my pricey 600mil HA doesn't like to work for some reason.
Zaefyra - September 16, 2014
Awesome :) Happy to hear that you are doing better. Am looking forward to seeing all these plans reach fruition.
AvisPraeclara - September 16, 2014
Thanks Patrick, I cant wait for the exiting events :)
Halloween - September 16, 2014
it's sad when people left,due to you not being here. but.. I knew you'd come back. Cause you love this place. It's like your baby. heh. Oh yes,i am looking forward to halloween. My fave holiday..i mean duh (my user name).. so yay! Wondering if sometime..we will have that star dust event.. which was promised last year and this year,but hasent happened yet.? i hope we get another. ALOT of people has been waiting for it. Glad to have you back. You are really fun to talk to. And i am glad everything whent right for you. It's a ruff road at many times, but I am glad you kept to it..and held on for the ride to victory. Congrats!
Setzer - September 16, 2014
Thank you so much for the update Pat! I'm so glad everything going on has worked out and I'm excited to see what happens next! <3
tpmc - September 16, 2014
MAKE MORE CREATU
Trenthepunkid - September 16, 2014
aww. it's okay Patrick :) at least you're back now! as a side note, I am SO excited for Halloween events :D
Pegasus - September 16, 2014
Thank you Patrick, we were very concerned about where the site was heading. I am glad to hear that things have calmed down for you, and I hope that everything can run smoothly from now on :3 Glad to hear that you guys are making efforts to reach out to the community, I look forward to the changes.
Unicorn - September 16, 2014
Welcome back Pat ^^, It's nice to get an update on how things are going.
tpmc - September 16, 2014
U ARE THE BEST MAN EVER