Summer '23 Update
Added 2023-08-23 18:32:05 +0000 UTCHey all,
I hope you're having a great summer so far. It's been a hot minute and I thought it'd be a good idea to give a more thorough update about my situation and this long hiatus I've been on.
I won't go into thorough detail about it all but essentially I've been a caretaker for my grandparents over the last 8 years off and on. As of July this year they've both passed away and I've been helping family to take care of the estate and get all the legal work and personal effects wrapped up. My role here is more or less over at this point so I'll be traveling back to where my belongings are and focusing on getting my art education going again and my work brought up to present.
September will be largely focused on catching up, getting all the March-May Themies and a few side commissions, as well as the last few King Salmon pieces, finished. I'll be keeping Patreon suspended until October but will be able to resume streaming regularly in the coming weeks.
It's somber news that brings me to where I am now. I loved my grandparents dearly and they were both incredible, selfless people that adored their family and I couldn't be more blessed than to have them. My heart is broken but as my grandma never tired of reiterating "moping isn't an option, we have to do our best with what we have."
Hope endures and I'm eager to get back to work and back to engaging with everyone.
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I just wanted to give you guys that quick update on my situation and say a heartfelt thank you for all the support and encouragement. Its really nice to hear from people and see the support for my work.
I hope you all are doing okay and are getting by with what life throws at you.
Thank you again and see you soon.
*P.S. Take some time out to go tell a loved one that you care for them. Family, friend. You never know what tomorrow will bring and if it puts a smile on their face or makes them feel a little better, its worth it.
Comments
My condolences, Grim. Thank you for sharing.
Ulven
2023-08-24 15:36:47 +0000 UTCMy condolences goes out to Grim. Take care grim and I wish you well.
Trahern
2023-08-24 03:50:46 +0000 UTCSorry to hear about that, that would be a hard time, take time to make you feel better~hugs~
Hulooo
2023-08-24 02:19:33 +0000 UTC*hugs Baer* Sorry to hear about such sad news. Grandparents are often a treasure we don't realize we have until they're gone. It doesn't sound like that was the case for you. It sounds like you treasured them as much as they did you. <3
Lurkybot3k
2023-08-24 01:01:27 +0000 UTCI'm really sorry for you loss. Big hugs to you, and best wishes for the days ahead. Take the time you need, i'll definitely be here to support you.
Gabriele
2023-08-23 20:12:30 +0000 UTCReally sorry to hear that, dude. Sounds like your grandparents were a real treasure and the world is poorer for having lost them. Take care of yourself. You will always have my support
Nex Canis
2023-08-23 19:41:56 +0000 UTCBaer just know im here for the longhaul, i just want you to know you have my deepest condolences, i lost my grandpa this year also. Please take whatever time you need, my support is for you to be able to do what you love. Not for the reward
Taelan Sabretooth
2023-08-23 19:39:16 +0000 UTCLosing relatives aint easy so take care.
Arc
2023-08-23 19:10:17 +0000 UTCsending BIG hugs your way! I hope you find peace and happiness even through a trying time like this; And know you have the support of many with you.
Steelfire
2023-08-23 18:51:06 +0000 UTCYou have my condolences, take care
Jrbn
2023-08-23 18:45:51 +0000 UTCI’m sorry for your loss. You’re an awesome grandson. Take your time in recovering and we’ll see you soon. Take care Grim
Pkpulsefall
2023-08-23 18:42:56 +0000 UTCMany hugs to you.
One-Two
2023-08-23 18:36:49 +0000 UTC