I knew for a while that Vanguard was going to be pushed out too early (note:  not blaming anyone here -- SOE and Microsoft did the best they could).  This plus knowing we’d have to sell Sigil to keep as many people employed as possible broke my heart.  It was a very emotional time for everyone, including me.  Anxiety and panic attacks were plaguing me big time.  So as soon as Vanguard shipped, I took a break, not returning to Sigil except when specifically needed.  I should have been there during the transition to SOE, the lay offs, etc. But I was doing the best I could at the time.

Since then I’ve recuperated and enjoyed spending time with friends and family.  I spend a  lot of time playing Magic: the Gathering at the local comic book shop.  I ride street bikes and dirt bikes, as well as drive sports cars, as often as possible.  Of course I still love to play computer and console games -- I just picked up Halo Wars, as I enjoy a good RTS.  And I enjoy going to the movies with my family (Star Trek was amazing!!).

But in the last few months I’ve really felt that desire to be back in the industry and creating games.  I’ve been putting feelers out and weighing my options.  Part of me ‘reaching out again’ is this website and blog.  It really feels good to return from my self-imposed exile :)  Hello everyone, I’m back!