Explanations & Apologies

[Scootaloo]

Hey everypony! <3
I don't know how necessary this is, nor how much notice you'll give it, but for me it seemed like something which needed saying, so here we go.
I haven't been around a lot recently, and I wanted to apologise and explain myself as best I can. Things like my duties as an FC (Scoots), my weekly Christian meetup and just general desire to RP and be around have slipped, and I feel it's unfair to you all if I just sit here without at least telling you something.
For the last couple of months, I've been dealing with depression. I've been battling something which affects a lot of people and it's becoming hard to keep on top of everything. Recently it's begun to affect me physically, and while I know it won't last all that long and probably isn't even that big of a deal, it's knocked me for six. It really has.
I'm not going to take a hiatus or resign, that much is clear. EQM and its players have brought me so much joy even on my darkest days, so leaving is the last thing on my mind. All I'm really asking from you all is patience and understanding - you were all fifteen once, no matter what problems faced you at that time in your lives. As the youngest player on here I do my utmost to be on par with all the 'big ponies', but please know that I can't always do that. I can't always RP, chat, hang out, stay awake into the small hours.
To be honest, I probably needn't even be asking this of you because I know you'll understand. I honestly believe this place holds some of the most kind and supportive people I've ever met, and I haven't once doubted your faith in me.
So thank you, sorry, and... just stick around until I'm back to my usual self, yeah?
I love you ALL.
Vinyl. xXx

[Mimic]

*HUGS* RL always, always comes first. Doesn't matter how little or how long you've been rping. Never let RP get in the way of you. Take all the time you need.

[Sky Blue]

Do let me know if you ever need a talk, honey. I had a large depressive patch at one point last year that lead to me resigning from Sweetie Belle; I hope you have some good meds and things to try and help you. <333

[Solar Solstice]

<snugs>

I remember I went through my own really tough time years ago, so I definitely know what it's like. Take care, get well soon, God bless, and all that! n.n

(Hope we can still chat on Skype occasionally!)

[Applejack]

Ya know we're here for ya, sugarcube.

Anythin' ya need, just let us know. Take care o' yerself.