An explanation.

[Ashstripe]

I suppose I owe you lot an explanation for my absence - my post in the CBox wasn't quite read by all it would seem. That's understandable. That's my fault. I'm an idiot - let's move on.

About a week or so ago, my mates were in a car accident. Now these are boys that I've known since Grade 1, so that's nearly thirteen years of being mates right there. Naturally as soon as I heard the news I had a heart-attack and slumped into a state of shock.

This was before I found out if anyone was hurt or killed. Thankfully, their still alive.

But I wasn't so sure of that a little while ago, the past week or so has been a romp through semi-depression and anxiety for me - just trying to get my thoughts straight and my head around it. I literally had pains in my chest and trained until I collapsed on the floor(I do Muay Thai for those of you who don't know.).

And you know something is up when your little brother finds you lying on the floor in front of the bag struggling to breathe with black knuckles after apparently going for two hours straight from the moment you got home >.>.

But that's in the past, it's all over and I am honestly trying to get back into the swing of things. But please, just bear with me. I know I don't post as often as I should and I do feel bad for holding you lot back.

I am sorting myself out and now I'm trying to sort the site out =].

[Abbot Vivian]

As you know well enough already, Ashy, I'll be around quite often to help out. I am pleased to hear things turned out alright in the end for you, your family, and your friends.

[Elicia]

XD We're just glad that your back, Ash! Don't worry-everything's running smoothly....smooth like chocolate!

[legacy]

Just remember not to stress yourself with things outside of your control, and instead focus your energies in doing all you can with that which is within your control. You can't prevent the accident, you couldn't have, nor can you make them better or restore the damage. What you can do is give them something to look forward to. Rather than stressing out and getting anxious, perhaps use that energy to plan an outing for you and your friends once they're recovered?

[Elizabeth]

Ohhh that terrible! It must have been awful! I'm soo sorry for you but I'm so glad you're better! There are much more important things in life than a Redwall fan site and I'm sure none of us are upset at you for your absence. You needed some time to just think I'm sure. Welcome back! I've only just joined here, but anyway, every little thought counts right?

(And thank goodness they're still alive!)