BRK taking a break from World of Warcraft
by Mike Schramm 
Mar 30th 2009 at 2:45PM
Our good friend and colleague Daniel "BigRedKitty" Howell has announced on his blog that he is taking a break from World of Warcraft. He's taking time off of the game and his blog to, as he says, "rededicate myself to my family." He thanks readers for their attention and kind words, and hopes that everyone will understand his decision, as well as examine their own lives to make sure that they focus on what's most important to them.We of course wish him well -- BRK was an excellent contributor to our site and podcast, and we commend him on making the decision to do what's right for him and his family. We hope that everything turns out OK. And as many of his commenters have said, we wish him the best of luck in everything, WoW-related and otherwise.
Phaelia of Resto4Life, you'll remember, also closed her blog down recently, also choosing to focus on her family (and the sapling about to grow into it). Trying to figure out a good balance between your free time and your work and family life is a tough thing -- our Azeroth Interrupted column has covered exactly that battle. And as even Blizzard says, if any other part of your life is suffering because you're choosing to play this game or be a part of this community, it's time to make a break. Raiding the wilds of Azeroth is a lot of fun, and it's possible to do it while leading a healthy life. But if that balance ever gets thrown off, it's time to take a step back and do what's right for you and those closest to you.
Filed under: Hunter, Analysis / Opinion, Fan stuff, Virtual selves, Odds and ends, Classes
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 5)
Qalvin Mar 30th 2009 2:51PM
Happy trails BRK. Thanks for the laughs.
Manatank Mar 30th 2009 3:39PM
He's probably just trying to get an item in the Icecrown loot table named after himself.
Robert M Mar 30th 2009 4:43PM
LMAO, that was the first thing that popped in my head manatank!
Palatel Mar 30th 2009 5:41PM
An item. Perhaps.
I can't help but fear that err...'event' on the last podcast was related.
Anyway, he always seemed to strain himself personally to do his WoW stuff, it was pretty obvious, so I am happy to see him go the route of putting it aside for responsibilities.
Thankfully, I have no responsibilities and can be fully devoted to WoW; for better or for worse.
Warren Mar 30th 2009 2:52PM
just great women ruin everything.
Shulkman Mar 30th 2009 2:53PM
"This faucet has been leaking for 3 years! Are you ever going to get off that blasted computer and fix it?!!!"
"But honey, I'm camping Sholozar for the spirit beast..."
Warlord Darkwood Mar 30th 2009 2:54PM
We need a Non-combat pet (a red kitty of course) in his honor. I think a Red toned Spirit beast would be nice
Euripides Mar 30th 2009 2:59PM
Seconded! BRK in game loot! Blizzard, we know you read these blogs.
Vienne Mar 30th 2009 3:03PM
Thirded.
elstor Mar 30th 2009 3:32PM
fourth'd
Frank Mar 30th 2009 3:36PM
fifth'd
Sedition Mar 30th 2009 3:38PM
eleventh'd
kozom Mar 30th 2009 3:57PM
12th'd then i guess?
epicboyz Mar 30th 2009 4:12PM
woot! lucky 13th'ed!
Kakistocracy Mar 30th 2009 4:13PM
If they do that, they should also dedicate some items to people that aren't stopping, otherwise they will send a very clear message...
Euripides Mar 30th 2009 4:28PM
No, this is different. He's kind of a big deal- people know him. He has many leather bound books, and an apartment filled with things that smell of rich mahogany.
BRK > Ron Burgundy
Sentient Mar 31st 2009 2:47AM
Absolutely! /sign.
BRK has made such an immense contribution to so many that play this game (not just hunters) that in-game recognition is demanded not just deserved.
BRK has proven himself to be not just an incredible player and member of the WoW community but now also an incredible husband and father.
Bless you Daniel Howell.
Gouglas Mar 30th 2009 3:00PM
April fools maybe?
hopefully?
Vienne Mar 30th 2009 3:02PM
Family is never an April Fools joke.
Urza Mar 30th 2009 3:20PM
It's not april 1st.