I'm sorry guys. Trying to get caught up.

[Daniel@R2R]

Hi Reef2Reefers!

I have debated on whether or not to post publicly about this or not because I don't want to appear to be making excuses, but I also feel that I have a responsibility to at least give you guys an explanation on some of the things that I have fallen behind on in the last couple of weeks. So...I'll keep this brief, but want to apologize to you all for being behind on some things.

2 Mondays ago, our family got hit with an unexpected emergency that required us to go out of the country (my wife's family is in Mexico). Things got worse, and it pretty much sent us into a bit of a tailspin trying to figure things out and deal with loss while also balancing normal life things. The last 2 weeks have been really difficult, and I've tried to stay on top of things even while being away and balancing family stuff. I thought I was doing pretty good with it, but as I've been back just starting this week, I am realizing now exactly how many things I missed doing during this time, and for that I apologize to you all.

In hindsight, I should've delegated a number of these items to other members of our amazing staff, and I know that everything would've been taken care of. (As they say, hindsight's 20/20...wish I had thought more clearly in the moment. ) However, now I am working to get caught up, and I expect in the next few days to have everything back on track (or as close to "on track" as I ever do).

Ok. Just wanted to give an explanation so you guys and gals wouldn't think I'd just gotten more lazy than normal. My sincere apologies, and I appreciate your patience as I get things all caught up!

Now...back to your regularly scheduled R2R programming.

 

[steelwrap]

Praying for You and Your families needs. Youre probaly going to hear this a lot but this forum takes a back seat to personal problems. Thank You for all the help You give

 

[Ruben's Reef]

We understand @mdbannister. Live can change at any time and we have to adjust accordingly. Hope everything get well.

 

[Demonic]

We have all been there, and if you need an ear we are always here.
Hope things start getting better for you.

 

[jsker]

What do we always say in reefing, Patients Thank you Daniel for all you do!!

 

[Js.Aqua.Project]

Life is unpredictable, we get it.

Nice to have you back and here's hoping all becomes well with you and the family.

 

[ourcoralreef]

No explanation needed
you are doing a great job keep up the amazing work


Hope and prayers with you and your family
if you need anything (that i can do) feel free to reach out


I have family in Mexico too the things we learn about each other on the forums

 

[wishntoboutside]

I hope all is well but as long as you make it to the SCMAS meetings I will forgive you

 

[60CubeReefer]

No sweat, Daniel. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help--I'm local!

 

[Daniel@R2R]

Thanks everyone! I definitely appreciate the kind words and prayers. This is one of the reasons R2R is such an awesome community.

 

[Ironworm]

Sorry for everything going on, I hope things get better.

Best of Luck

 

[mta_morrow]

Thanks Daniel. Family first........and I will help however I can.

Mike

 

[Rakie]

Ok. Just wanted to give an explanation so you guys and gals wouldn't think I'd just gotten more lazy than normal. My sincere apologies, and I appreciate your patience as I get things all caught up!

Now...back to your regularly scheduled R2R programming.

Daniel, you can always give me temporary mod ban-hammer access if things get too busy. @revhtree can attest that I'll do what I feel is right regardless, and that I am unwavering in my decisions, thoughts, and feelings. Consistency is good!

I might even go all meta and ban myself upon reflection of my new powers. Who knows! You know what they say -- with great ban comes great responsibility.