Possible Temporary Forum Closure

[bigballofyarn]

I have a bit of unfortunate news and a decision to make. I cannot give you all the details now because I don't have them. I will be going to the hospital for surgery on February 21st. One of our moderators will be at another hospital around the same time to take care of a life-threatening issue. A third moderator will be in the hospital with me all day, every day until I am released. I will be bringing my laptop to the hospital because I'm a nerd and will inevitably get bored. However, I do not want to feel unnecessary pressure, nor do I want anyone else to feel unnecessary pressure to moderate a forum while they are fighting for their health.

While this site can generally function with little to no conflict, it may be easier on some people's stress levels to not worry about a website while in the hospital. I don't want to lock people out completely, but may have to depending on my level of consciousness and recovery rate. However, I may close only part of the forum and only leave access to the first category, which would include: Front Desk, Welcome Mat, and Featured Discussions. You'd still be able to interact in chat threads and board of the month threads.

The ideal scenario is for this to last for 0-3 days at most. If I regain awareness and mobility after my surgery, I will definitely be bored while detained in the hospital, and will reopen the entire forum. I'm sorry for any inconvenience this causes to anyone who maintains blog threads or simply wants to log in to browse the forum.

However, after consulting with the individuals who will be away and the individuals who will be left to guard the forum, I've come to the decision that I do not want to cause anyone unnecessary stress, and that everyone's health comes first. You have 3 weeks to prepare for this possible temporary limitation. I hope you will understand.


2-14-24 Update:

A 4th moderator is currently sick. I maintain that I don't want to put unnecessary pressure on anyone during this time.

[SpaceUnicorn]

Sorry to hear that people are battling health issues. taking care of that comes first. Leaving open category 1 is a good idea so we can still interact a little.

[Quiz Master]

Of course health comes first. I understand. Don't worry about babysitting us while you need to take care of yoruself. The same goes for the other mods who will be in the hospital. So sorry to hear people are not doing good. Whatever decision you make is fine with me.

[xea989]

Yes it will be a very hard week for the people in the hospital. I don't know all the details, but people can share them if/when they want to and if they're able. It might be the best decision. Don't worry about your forum while saving your life.

[Chris Johnson]

How very professional to not blurt out names or issues. You always write with purpose and respect to privacy. Do what you feel is best. Health comes before the internet.

[Ignored]

Hugs to you and everyone who's not ok. I hope everyone gets better. Don't even worry about it. You can close down for a few times if you need to. It will be an unfortunate first in forum history, and I hate how health issues come when we get older. But I understand your reasoning. Don't worry,

[Queen of Hearts]

Really sorry to hear that some of you aren't in the best of health and I hope you get better. That comes first.

[purplecoconut]

it's going to be ok, you're all going to be ok

Don't worry about the website while you need to heal. Close down if that causes less stress. it's fine.

[Mr. Feeny]

I do understand.

[SpaceUnicorn]

You could also leave open forum games since no one can make new threads and we'd just play games.

[prabhudesai]

prayers to all the healths

do what is best for the healths.

[Great Divide]

Health is most important. Don't worry about the forum. NO ONE worry about the forum.

[Ryanizme]

Im here to help however i can!

[Google Bot]

I hope everyonoe gets better. LMK if I can help!

[EC]

We want everyone to be better above all else.
It's ok if you want to close for a few days.

Rest.