Whelp, I might as well get this out of the way cause I'm leaving this Tuesday to go march in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and will be back Saturday night. We will have screen time sometime around 11:25 AM to 11:45 AM EST if you want to see us. I'll try to bring back some pictures from the trip though I can't 100% guarantee it. Anyway...I'm terrible at these things, but I've said my piece the best I can.
Hello everyone, I’m sorry to say this but I’m going to be stepping down from staff here at Lake Valor. 2018 has been a really fun year for LV, and I’m glad I was a part of it, but recently my mental health has gotten quite bad and it has only been worsened by some of the recent events here which I am sure you are all aware of. I’ve started to dread coming online, and even beforehand I was feeling severely run down. I’ve tried taking small breaks, I’ve gone on vacation, but in the end it’s not enough. I need to take my leave for my own sake, for my own health and happiness. I appreciate all the support you guys have given me, LV is a wonderful community. I know 100% LV will be safe in the hands of our wonderful staff team. I just want you all to do me one favour: please remember that staff are humans, real people. They go through stuff, just like I have. Give them your support, be patient and understanding. For all of you that have done this for me, I appreciate it so much. You may not like some of our staff, you may not like me, but remember that behind the screen is a real person. Just like you. This thought goes a long way! I will still be watching over LV. I love LV. But I need to do what is best for me now, and that is me taking my leave. It’s been a fun ride and I’m excited to see LV keep growing and improving.
Take it easy, ben. Do what’s best for you. We’re all here to be decent human beings to eachother. So adios amigo. Always keep in mind that your health is important and that we’re all still gonna cheer you on.
We're all gonna miss you so much, but if that is what you need, then do it. I really hope you'll feel better over time and who knows, maybe come back? But, really, enjoy your break, however long it may be. We love you. <3
Ben, you're a gem of a person and I admire you so much for braving through recent events. You deserve happiness and nothing less, so I hope stepping away will give you just that and life will treat you well. I won't accept anything less. Thank you. <3
Gosh, this is something that I didn’t expect at all, and makes me incredibly sad. That being said, I know it’s best for you to step away after trying everything else to fix things, and I’m glad you’re doing things with your mental health in mind. Thank you so, so much for every selfless thing you’ve done for LV and its community over the years. Every laugh, deep conversation and minute of hard work you’ve contributed are so greatly valued by us, and you’ve left a wonderful legacy as such a caring and wonderful person. I wish the best for you in the future, and I know that you’ll be able to better tackle whatever comes with this off your shoulders. Take care of yourself, okay? We love ‘ya.
@Achromatic I say we make you a Patron to thank you for all you've done Besides, it'll go well with your avatar
This is a very nice gesture, but actually I'm already a Patron! I just don't display it on LV. I've actually donated at least over 200 dollars to LV across the years.
This may be sad to hear, but there’s no doubt that you deserve a break after the recent events on Lake Valor. You’ve made the right choice of placing your own health above an online forum. You may no longer be shown as an admin on Lake Valor, but what you have done for this site will never be forgotten.
I have returned from my NYC trip and I've had an interesting time there but I'm glad to be back home. I'll hopefully make a thread with all the pics that I took and tell you all what I did there (If you guys want me to). Anyway, I can't wait to catch back up with all of you!
As someone who has been in the hospital for my own mental health recently, I really hope you feel better soon! Please take it easy and remember that so many of us support you! I don't blame though, what they said about you was disgusting, anyone would feel upset. If they had an issue with you they should have talked to you privately or gone to Ryan. I really wish you the best! If you want you can add me to discord saias ebooks#7960!
You Really Deserve The Break-After Taking Care Of This Community For So Long Since The Beginning. "(* Raise My Voice A Little As Hoping All Members Heard This In The Background*) Can Somebody Create A Appreciation Thread For Achromatic/Ben?"
Wow, I'm a little late for this. Sorry about that. Ben, even though we barely talked, you were always such a nice guy to talk to. It's sad to know that you're stepping down for good, but if it makes you feel better, feel free to do whatever you want. That whole situation saddened a lot of people, and it's pretty human to feel terrible since you were the ones who were affected the most. I hope that you'll be able to recover from whatever your feeling, and that you'll continue to visit us periodically to chat with us. But until then, take as long as you need, you've done a lot for us.
We understand Ben. Take all the time you need. If you ever want to talk I'm a message away but other than that, thank you for doing everything you have for LV. We all will support the staff and always be there for you whenever the time calls for it
Ditto what everyone else said. You have to take care of yourself first. Take a break. You’ve earned it. But feel free to come back anytime! It doesn’t even need to be said that you will always be welcome here. Also, thanks for everything. Of all the admins, you always have been the one who felt most down to earth, kind to everyone, and generally a pleasure to be around. You will be missed, and I wish you nothing but the best.
Words cannot express my gratitude to you for what you have done over the years. You have been a big influence on me personally and you have taught me a thing or two along the way. Having bipolar disorder, I understand in a small way the importance of what you are doing. I can't speak for your situation, but I can speak volumes of the importance of mental health. I understand your decision and your need to do this. We all stand behind you Ben, we all want to see you get through this. We will carry on so don't worry, this won't be the end for you or LV. Ben, I wish you the best in healing and your endeavors. We are all proud of you and we are all with you. If you ever need someone to talk to, feel free to contact me. I have a judgement free zone with your name on it. Best wishes and again, thank you for all that you have done.
Bennnn ;A; I cant words good but you deserve a nice long break for your mental health. We'll still all be here if you need usss
I'm back, hopefully for good, I had to take a sudden hiatus because of mental health reasons. Golly, everything is different and so many folks are gone. But I look forward to meeting everyone new and seeing the changes that had been made in my absence.
