I never did like the way things happened when I resigned my moderator status in March.

Some of you already know that I had a health related matter. I had a massive Ulcerative Colotis attack shortly after the first of the year which nearly ended up causing me to have a portion of my colon removed.

During this time I was taking several medications to hopefully prevent the need for surgery. One of those prescrptions was Prednisone, which is a steriod that was a lot of nasty side effects. One of those side effects is an altered mood state. I could go from being happy go lucky, to being upset with the world, to then nearly breaking out into tears.

Needless to say with all of that going on I also slipped into a bought of depression which didn't help matters any. I do not hold this as the reason for me making some really big blunders, but it is a contributing factor.

Finally I had just reached a point where I felt I was going nuts, well further along than I normally am ;) , and told Draddog that I just needed to step away. I had to put myself first for once in my life.

So I just walked away without an explanation. Now that things have finally calmed down for me I realize that with the work I was doing with the clans I owed people an explaination to why I simply wasn't there anymore.

It wasn't an easy decision for me as being a part of this community for over 3 years it had grown on me just a little.

I do apologize if I let anyone down as that was not my intent.

Someone close to me takes Prednisone. It's a great drug, but it has very nasty side effects. I'm glad to hear you are back and feeling better now. Welcome back!

Of course we understand. Take as much time as you need, and when you're ready to dealing with all us clanners again, ... take a little more time to make sure that it isn't the drugs talking :)

well xany, welcome back. this game has to few good players as it is w/ the huge exodus over the past year or so. glad that calibre is still here. hope you get well. we'll keep you in our prayers in my house.

You know how I feel and I'm sure I speak for many when I say that we're just glad you're feeling better and hope to see you on the site in any capacity....when you are ready.

Take care and be well.

I'm glad you're on the mend, Xanathon, and I sure hope that most of it is now behind you. I think I have a pretty good idea of how such a calamity can feel like, as I was really sick 3 years ago.

Continue to put yourself ahead of the other demands life makes on you, for nobody else can take care of you the way you can do it.

And I'm sure I speak for all when I say: no apology was required

As Neobie@ said, no apology required. As much as we sometimes act otherwise, and as much as most of us love the 'Realms and MK, at the end of the day, real life is WAY more important. Glad to hear things are on the upswing for you. Take care my friend, and glad to seeya back.

Glad you feel well enough to drop by. We'll be here, (chattering away) when you're ready to dive back in. In the meantime, use your time and energy to fight back against the gremlins.

Welcome Back Xanathon.

It is good to have the lord of the banana peels back.

i wish you a full recovery and, yes i know what ulcerative colitis is even though i am only 13. i read medical books night and day, plus my uncle has it.

I hope all is well. As a volunteer, you certainly do not owe an explanation, especially one so personal. Good Luck and take care of yourself first, then you will be able to volunteer again.