The VHL Gets Into Your Blood

[OBrian Young 307]

The VHL is one of those leagues that no matter what, I cant seem to walk away from. I have to admit that when I first joined the league I was not sure about how things would go. But I jumped in with both feet and things seemed to be going really well.

I settled into a pattern of writing media spots, doing pressers and vhl.com articles pretty easily. My player was getting really well known and life seemed to be good. Then Mom had a relapse with her cancer. She was in for the fight of her life. I knew that I was going to be stretched to the max…so I walked away from almost every sim league I was in. I had to try to control what I could control.

Sadly, Mom passed away after a tough battle. I started to put the pieces of my life back together. I rejoined the league and shortly after settling in again…Dad had a stroke, a massive one. I once again dropped everything to take care of him. Luckily, he recovered and is rocking and rolling as an 81 year-old firecracker.

Somewhere along the way I got COVID and spent about 3 weeks in the hospital…another attempt to control what I could.

Every time I came back I tried to get more involved. I was a VHLM GM, and had some other jobs. I really enjoyed all of these. 

Either it is my age, or how crazy life has been the last few years…but the players and the activity all seems to run together. But the one thing I remembered is how much I enjoyed my time here.
So here I am, another go around…another player. Fingers-crossed and all of that stuff that life will be nice to me this time. I really want to have a good career here. 

Yea, this is a league that gets into your blood…so just own it and enjoy!

 

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[C-Breeze 202]

I'm very sorry for your loss and for all the family tragedy you've had to endure. I certainly would never wish that on anyone, and it truly saddens me that life has to be so painful at times. Painful beyond understanding...

 

That said, I'm very happy you've come through to the other side, and though our losses are ever with us, I am thankful the sweet memories of loved ones can still warm our hearts!

 

Just between you and me, I think it's wonderful the VHL community has been there to help you through such painful days. Often times it's very important to know you're not alone, and even more important to have a welcoming, supportive place where you can escape the harsh realities of life and just take time to heal! If the VHL can do that for you, so much the better!!

 

Finally, thank you for having the courage to share your story, and I hope many members will join me in keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!

 

May life treat you kindly! Take care bro!

[animal74 1,950]

Sorry for your loss. I'm glad you can find some joy in the VHL. We're here for you! Welcome back!