Posted: Wednesday, November 21st 2007

Taks and I have been exceedingly lucky to receive gifts and support for the new baby from the GU masses. Cash, Clothes, blankets, DVDs, books, all kind of goodies that really take the edge off when it comes to all the things we still need to buy. Gift deliveries have slowed down since the baby shower, but are not unexpected around the house right now. Which leads me to the following story.

A few days ago we received this crazy Baby Einstein play gym. Attached was the following message:
Now, I'm accustomed to kind words passed on from members of various game companies; but, to actually receive a gift for Ashur from a game company was a complete surprise. So, I had to comment about it here... after asking if it was okay that is. Didn't want to put a spotlight on them if they preffered to stay anonymous. They left the decision up to us. So, naturally, I'm inclined to talk about it. I mean, a game company sent my kid a brain-engaging toy. How cool is that? Afterward Taks and I joked that we would stitch game company patches on a onesie when/if we take Ash to gaming conventions etc. Trust me it was just a joke.

Thanks again Funcom and kudos on keeping that word "community" close to heart.

Submitted by Woody | 4 Comments - last comment by: Woody

Posted: Monday, November 5th 2007

Right now, there are two companies that owe GU enough money to pay our bills for three months. Being that they are both past due on payment, we are currently two months behind on bills ourselves. The difference? We've extended ourselves credit wise to cover our bills. But these companies seem to be uninterested in the fact they owe money at all. I wish I could be kind about the situation, but one of the companies is 80 days past due.

When I was young I watched as my mother juggled bills from month to month. It's a habit that I swore I'd never get myself into. But when the companies you work for, refuse to pay you... you begin considering your options. And with GU Jr. coming this is not the right time for me to be over extended because a couple of companies won't pay up.

It's a frustrating circumstance. And I have taken measures to make sure it doesn't happen again in the future. But, I can't discuss that just yet. The problem? I likely won't get paid until December for this new direction I've taken IF they pay me when they're supposed to.

I'm also working on the GU store to finally offer the posters, buttons, stickers, etc we bought for ConnectiCon. But, progress is slow. Guess it's time to start juggling.

Submitted by Woody | 11 Comments - last comment by: Aku