Absence, change and renewed commitment

Dear beloved members,

It is with mixed feelings that I write this post - after being absent from the community and the projects for nearly three months.
During this time, I've been struggling with a significant health challenge that required my full attention and commitment.

As some of you may know, I was diagnosed with blood clots in my right lung, which led to an unexpected journey of hospital stays, treatments, and recovery.
I am happy to say that I am doing much better despite still dealing with it.

First and foremost

My sincerest apologies for my absence and for any inconvenience it may have caused. Perhaps not inconvenience, but I know I would have been impatient with new poker tours!
Your support and understanding mean the world to me, and I am truly grateful for your patience - be it on purpose or not.
It wasn't easy to step away from the projects we've built together but it was a necessary step in prioritizing my health and well-being.

Staying positive

_{or... I try to stay positive}
This experience has been a reminder of how fragile life is and the importance of taking care of ourselves.
Despite the challenges, there have been silver linings along the way. One positive aspect of this journey is that I was physically unable to go outside and have a cigarette. This went on for just about 2 weeks and that has lead to significant change in lifestyle:
I am no longer smoking

Yes, you read that right.
Sometimes, it takes a health scare to jolt us into making positive changes, and for me, quitting smoking has been a crucially important step towards prioritizing my long-term health and well-being. It's a decision I wish I had made sooner (like, over 7 years ago when I became a dad), but I am grateful for the opportunity to do so now. And my daughter is proud!

Moving forward

I am excited to re-engage with our projects and initiatives with renewed commitment. But I also want to take this opportunity to encourage you to do the same. Let's use this moment as a catalyst for greater engagement, collaboration, and impact. Together, we have the power to achieve remarkable things.

Please share your ideas, feedback, and suggestions for how we can continue to grow and evolve as a community. Whether it's through meaningful discussions, collaborative projects, or simply spreading the word of our community and events through positivity. Every contribution matters.
Your voice is valued, and your involvement is crucial to our collective success.

In the coming weeks and months, you can expect to see more regular updates, content, and opportunities for engagement. But more than that, you can expect a renewed sense of purpose and passion driving everything we do.

Once again, thank you for your support and understanding. I am deeply grateful for each and every one of you, and I look forward to the journey ahead, together.