Passage

A few hours ago, Evangeline Chipman – my last surviving grandparent and one of the strongest best people I’ll ever know – passed away after having been in ill health for some time.

I’m not interested in getting into any more details than that. I share only because – while it’s my intention to not interupt the workflow of my sites and projects (if anything, I really need the focusing-effect of work-to-be-done right now) – I can’t say what sort of things arrangements and obligations will do to my schedules and output. So, if this blog or other venues seem to be either less active or less “upbeat” than usual, I ask your patience and understanding as to why that probably is.

This is going to be a very difficult period for me and for my family, and your support and understanding is deeply appreciated.

40 thoughts on “Passage

  1. Fallen Angel says:
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    As someone who's also lost all their grandparents, you have my deepest sympathies.

    You seem to be going through a rough patch lately (understatement, perhaps?), so I completely understand if you need some time. I'm a big fan of your work and want to let you know that there are a great many people on the net that share my appreciation. I'm sure we can all survive if the blog activity slows down for a while. No pressure.

    Again, very sorry for your loss. Take all the time you need. You're still one of the coolest guys on the Internet.

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  2. Jikuu says:
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    My condolences. It was hard for me when I started losing my grandparents, so I imagine it must be hard for you too. Best of luck with everything.

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  3. James says:
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    Bob, we haven't been on the best of terms, but I am very sorry for your loss. The passing of a close family member is always a trying time, and I hope that you and your family get the solace you need in this time of grief.

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  4. motyr says:
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    Sorry about your loss, Bob. I don't know what you personally believe, but I'm sure she's in a better place now. We love you.

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  5. Solomon Henderson says:
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    As a long time viewer of your blog and online shows I've never really commented before, but I would like to break that silence by offering my condolences and support. Take all the time you need to recover Bob, we understand and will continue to support you whenever you get back to doing your thing.

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  6. BookwormOtaku says:
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    My sincerest condolences for your loss, Bob. Take all the time off you need and may you and your family have the best at this time.

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  7. Josh says:
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    You and your family have my condolences. Take all the time you need, I don't think a couple of web videos are all that important. You'll have our support and disagreements when you get back.

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  8. Highman_95 says:
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    I'm so sorry for you and your families loss. Take as much time as needed for your projects, we (as your fans) will understand. I can only hope that your family gets through this difficult time and look for better days ahead. And as for you, I can only recommend playing Super Mario Bros. 3 multiple times or doing anything that makes you feel better at this time. Take care

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  9. Stuart says:
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    I'm really sorry for your loss, Bob.I too lost a grandparent recently, and the pain of losing them is awful as I have recently experienced. Hope you and your family are okay during this sad time, and remember your grandmother for being as strong as she was.

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