Rex Krueger
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Green Wood Live is Canceled
🕑 Added 2023-06-05 16:23:26 +0000 UTCFriends:
With great regret, I must cancel Green Wood Live. My mother recently had emergency heart surgery and suffered significant complications afterwards. After nearly six weeks in the hospital, she was just released to a residential rehabilitation facility where she will be for weeks, or possibly months.
While I live in Ohio, my parents are in Connecticut, and I’ve been driving back and forth frequently over the last two months. These long absences have made it impossible for me to plan a major event. These are challenging times for my family, and I must put my loved ones ahead of my work.
I’m sure many of you have faced similar situations and I’m sure everyone understands why I’m making this decision, but I still wanted to explain.
It’s possible that we will move Green Wood Live to next year, but event planing is expensive and time-consuming. I cannot say what the future will hold.
Thanks to everyone for your enthusiasm and support. It’s all deeply appreciated.
--Rex
Comments
Aaron Beard
Praying for your entire family. Thank you for the update.
Rex Krueger
Surprisingly, the food in rehab was excellent. Much better than the hospital.
Becky Villasenor
oops learning this system… As I was typing - my issue with some rehabs is the quality of food - or lack of quality. People need optimum nutrition for healing and getting their strength back. We wound up taking some food to family. Hope your mom is getting great food - and everything else too.
Becky Villasenor
Sorry to hear about your mom’s troubles. Hope her recovery is a smooth one. Send good wishes your way. PS my issue with rehabs is the q
Helge
Family First! All the best to your Mom.
Frans van Ballegooijen
Don´t worry about us. As so many others have already mentioned: Family and health are number one. Specially when it concernes one or both of your parents. So be there for your mother, and for your dad. He needs you too... Hope your mum will get well soon...
Josué Nodarse
Family First, always. You have all my support. Best wishes for you and your family. Mom deserves all.
Mark Pinder
Sorry for what you are going through. Take care of family. it's the most important thing.
John Byron Coombes
So sorry to hear this best wishes to you mum for a speedy recovery
Ross Martin
I think it’s one of the things that makes life both bearable and sorta magical. Mark Rober likes to talk about reframing mistakes and tragedies as a way to stay positive and make progress. He mentioned it beautifully in his recent commencement address to the MIT Class of 2023. I thought it was pretty awesome and worth the 20-minute listen. https://youtu.be/0FGlsuTnt_U
Greg Preston
Reruns are cool also. You have some excellent older content that you could re-post. Im sure theres lots of newviewers available to the channel. I'm still watching Jimmy Fallon despite the writers strike. 😄 Just sayin'
Greg Preston
...still awesome. Like everyone agrees, family first. We can wait.
Rex Krueger
I'm so sorry for your loss. Thanks for understanding.
Rex Krueger
My canceling this event, I'm making a little space for myself. My plate was too full for a medical emergency.
Rex Krueger
I appreciate that so much!
Rex Krueger
This really is a wonderful community. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
Yup, I'm putting family first. Thanks for understanding.
Rex Krueger
You're very welcome! Thanks for your patience and support.
Rex Krueger
Thanks for understanding!
Rex Krueger
That's always possible. A good thought!
Rex Krueger
The distance is hard, but sometimes life puts you far from family.
Rex Krueger
By canceling this event, I am (hopefully) taking care of myself and my team. We're trying, that's for sure.
Rex Krueger
I know you will. Thanks for hanging in there.
Rex Krueger
That's very appreciated. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
It is rough, but it could be worse. Thanks for your support!
Rex Krueger
Many thanks for those warm wishes!
Rex Krueger
Honestly, canceling this event is my attempt to look out for myself and my team. We could (maybe) still pull it off, but it's not a good idea.
Rex Krueger
Thank you so much!
Rex Krueger
You're right; even catastrophes like this are an opportunity for reflection and personal growth. Isn't that weird?
Rex Krueger
I will! Thanks for the warm wishes.
Rex Krueger
Thank you!
Rex Krueger
I will be putting my family first, but you'll still be seeing content. We're pretty good at keeping up with the videos.
Rex Krueger
I bet those will come out great! Thanks for your support!
Rex Krueger
I will put my family first. Thanks for your support!
Rex Krueger
You're right that the Patron support makes emergencies like this much easier to deal with. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
Thank you! That means a lot!
Rex Krueger
I know you will, but thanks for saying so!
Rex Krueger
We appreciate that very much!
Rex Krueger
That's very appreciated!
Rex Krueger
You're so kind to say so. Thank you
Rex Krueger
We make some content ahead of time, so there's usually a video or two hanging around when something comes up. We've been doing this for a while, so we can handle some emergencies without disappearing.
Rex Krueger
Thank you!
Rex Krueger
I've been asking for help from people in my life....which I'm not used to doing. New skills every day.
Rex Krueger
I've been taking that time knowing that you all would understand. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
Thank you so much!
Rex Krueger
I will handle it for sure. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
Well, the content should continue without interruption. It's the other stuff that has to wait. Thanks for understanding!
Rex Krueger
She's actually doing very well. Almost on her feet. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
Thank you so much!
Rex Krueger
I know you do. I feel that support every day.
Rex Krueger
You're very kind. Thank you.
Rex Krueger
I also did not fully imagine what kind of planning that event would take. Even a one-day event is a huge undertaking.
Rex Krueger
I agree completely.
Rex Krueger
I don't think the recovery will be quick...but it's happening and that's a blessing.
Rex Krueger
Thank you so much!
Rex Krueger
Those are both good things to hope for!
Rex Krueger
She's doing well, so we're all hopeful!
Rex Krueger
I agree. Thanks for understanding.
E Bolick
Just lost one of the women I call Mom. What you're doing is time well spent.
Michael Anderson
Dear Rex, this must be incredibly hard for you. I hope you can find time for yourself to try to deal with it. You have all my best wishes, and your mother too, of course.
Stefan Tarras
Positive vibrations to you and the family Rex.
Dick Wright
God first, then family, then everything else...prayers to you and your family Rex. This community supports you and we will be here for you.
John Hiemstra
Prayers go out to you. Absolutely family comes first!
Robert Bullock
Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Thanks for the update.
DALE PATTON
Rex, I prayed for peace and comfort for you, your mom and your family. Always family first.
Jeff Good
Good call prioritizing family. For events, maybe try to do something smaller as part of a bigger event like a tools show before doing a whole thing from scratch yourself?
James Carey
Such a tough spot when there is such distance between you. Best wishes to you and yours.
Jeff Gedney
I've been there in that place as well, having to be available for the long desperate slide of a beloved parent. It sucks for sure but you have to remember to take care of yourself or you will never last. Take care of Yourself, man, and don't worry about your content. We'll wait.
Dorothy ODonnell
What a priceless, wonderful, loving gift you are giving your mom. Keep it up and be strong for her. Don't give us another thought; we'll be here!
TeddyB!!
Prayers and best regards to you and your family, Rex.
Eric McCormick
Well that's just rough all around. Wishing your family all the best.
Brent Moseley
Family's got to come first! Best wishes and prayers for a full recovery for your mom.
JAYNES Steven
Yes, abundant prayers for you and your mom. I'm quite certain we all grant the latitude you need to care for your family at this time. Watch YOUR health too Rex. I'm certain you rank highly in the "friends" department of all your followers. We try to watch out for our friends, our non-biological "family". May your entire family be well, and prosper good friend.
Dale
Prayers for you and your family.
Ross Martin
Wishes for wellness and meaning for you and your family. I did the opposite commute back to Ohio in my mom’s last years as she made the dementia trudge. Even when there isn’t opportunity for health (we all become food for trees at some point), there is always opportunity for connection and meaning. I’m glad you’re making it a priority.
LiraNuna
Best wishes to you and your family, Rex. Take care of yourself and your loved ones!
Thomas Hverring
Understandable! You must take care of your mother. Best and most sincere wished for you and your mother.
Carlos Alvarado
I hope and pray that your Mom get well soon Your family is most important so take care of them
Brian Taylor
Family first. Plenty for us to do while we patiently wait for your return. I'm working on London pattern chisel handles, thanks to your inspiration and plans.
Daniel Doggett
Best wishes and prayers rex take care of your family first.take your time.
Shanni Marmen
Family always comes first and your patrons ensure you have income for when producing content isn't possible. We know you'll be back at it in no time.
Maximilian Harth
Best wishes! I am sure we will all wait for better times with you.
Nathan Welsh
Take care Rex. We'll be here when life calms down
Donald Lawson
Praying for a full recovery and great caregivers for your mom!
Jason Page
Sending up prayers.
John H Paul
Family trumps business every time. If you weren't taking care of your mama, I might not care what you made out of wood. We'll entertain each other while you do what's important.
Greg Preston
Life happens and no one is exempt. I for one, am happy (and a little surprised) to see continued content during this trying time with your Mom and family. If you need time, take time. If you need help, just ask. I hope you realize how much your viewers appreciate all you do. Be well. Be safe. I wish you peace.
Chuck Theobald
Best wishes for your mother's full recovery.
Joseph Vaughan
I think it is really important to take care of yourself as well as family at times like this. And to ask for help should you need it. Good fortune.
Edward Conway
Rex, we are praying for your Mom's quick recovery. Take the time to take care of her and your family, we aren't going anywhere.
Phillip Kieran
Best of luck rex and we will I'm sure all be here when things settle down for you guys again. Hope your mom recovers fully and soon
Adam Hinkel
Family first! Go handle life, Rex, we’ll be here.
Roger A Tubbs
Prayers to you and your family for a speedy recovery for your Mom. Indeed family always comes first! As for woodworking content junkies like myself, well, we'll be here waiting after the dust settles for you!
Ian Cragg
And that's why we all support you on patreon! Life happens and we want you to be able to deal with that without having to worry about a crazy release schedule. Take care of your family, we'll happily be here waiting for when you're ready again! Hope your mom kicks some ass getting better!
Scott Alderfer
Family comes first, Rex. Blessings to you and your mom. ❤️
Joe White
Thinking of you and your mom, Rex. We totally get it and support you.
The Super-wrench Garage
Rex, I think most people understand and I hope your mother recovers quickly and keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers
Aaron Wasielewski
Hoping that the recovery is on the shorter end of that spectrum, and we fully understand! I cannot begin to imagine what it takes to plan an event like that, but I know that if it were me, I’d be doing exactly as you are. Good on you for making the right (only) call. Take all the time you need to care for your family!
James E
Take it easy Rex, family first!
Solia
Sending her wishes of a quick recovery. I've been there before and understand what it is like.
Eddie
Oh, gosh, Rex -- best wishes for a full and fast recovery for your mom.
Mark H
I hope she recovers soon! And I hope you try again next year!
Bryce Carver
We all understand fully! We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Hoping for a quick and full recovery.
Matthew Leigh
Sending her all the get well soon wishes. Focus on family Rex, it's more important than this
