So, how great is Kromm anyway?

[Kromm]

Originally Posted by GM Joe

I'm so sorry you're going through all of that.

Thank you.

Originally Posted by GM Joe

Is there a GoFundMe or Patreon or something for those who want to help out?

No – mostly because I would feel very awkward asking for money.

Certainly, 2016 was costly. Between illness and travel to see my sick father, I missed about 20 workdays, and I do not get paid sick days in my position. My travel and my wife's was costly. And paying the extra bills for broken stuff was no party, either. But I have a savings account, and that's part of why I have one.

The real fun will be when I take time off after my father passes away, as I'll have to see to my mother's affairs and I am prone to depression and will require time off. But again, I have savings.

All told, there are people out there who have less and who are having worse years. I imagine there are people on these forums who fit that description. So I'd feel a little dishonest if I stuck my hand out.

But thanks for asking!

[GM Joe]

Originally Posted by Kromm

All told, there are people out there who have less and who are having worse years. I imagine there are people on these forums who fit that description. So I'd feel a little dishonest if I stuck my hand out.

I understand. Best wishes!

[Buzzardo]

I hope the trend reverses and things get better for you, Sean. I've had a bad six months as well, so I know how it can become a vicious cycle.

[Rocket Man]

Best wishes to you, Doc. I hope 2017 starts to go easier on you.

[Anders]

Good luck and I hope 2017 is a better year.

[demonsbane]

Hi Sean,
I really sorry and, honestly, I wish you strength to endure those adversities. One would like to be helpful in some way.
Warm regards

[Kromm]

New entry posted in the GURPS thread of my LJ.

[Buzzardo]

I didn't realize that the GM screen has books associated with me. (I admittedly didn't read very closely when I considered backing the Kickstarter project - I didn't need much persuasion.)

Cool. :)

[Taliesin]

Sorry to hear about you troubles. I lost my father two years ago. Even when you think you are emotionally prepared, you aren't. Plan to give yourself some time to process everything after the whirlwind settles down.

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[Blind Mapmaker]

I am very sorry to hear about your troubles. Heart disease in a loved one is tough, not least because of the uncertainty, and terminal cancer is extremely draining for everyone involved. I hope you'll still be able to spend time with your father that is not completely dominated by the illness. I think I speak for most of us GURPS players here, when I say nobody who knows will miss the GURPS updates or groan if the DF RPG is a couple of months later. You have made a lot of joyful moments for the GURPS crowd possible, last year. The least we can do is give you our heartfelt best wishes.

And thanks for giving us the heads-up - something you weren't obliged to. Personally, I was starting to worry a bit and now I know what is going on.