I have grown increasingly fond of New-Grounds over the years. That attitude has extended to Tom Fulp whom seems like a pretty cool guy though we would obviously disagree on some things! In other words,I was not gone having some sort of angst-ridden temper tantrum. I was gone because a friggin hurricane took out my electricity,running water,and internet for quite a long time! If it hadn't been for my best bro/roomie the situation would have been catastrophic. An extra pair of hands willing to help during a disaster really turns the tides.

I got to know some of my neighbors better. Overall a decent bunch. Interacted with a dear friend I hadn't seen in years whom brought us fresh plates of food on her way to check up on a few other folks. Meanwhile the rest of the locals in my town banded together making sure no one went hungry or lacked bottled drinking water. Bless each and everyone of them!

All I can say is I'm grateful to still be here. I'm omitting the more disturbing details of just how bad it got in certain areas for my own peace of mind as much as for yours! Apologies for the long silence but NG has so many talented artists,animators,and miscellaneous other creators none of you probably realized I was even gone. lol.