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Christmas in China (and everyone's getting Covid)
🕑 Added 2022-12-22 01:14:39 +0000 UTCDear Insane Children,
Apologies for the recent radio silence. Things have been... interesting... here.
China finally dropped its Zero Covid policies. And they did it in full Leroy Jenkins style. Kinda crazy... one day, we're all lining up to do testing; using QR codes to enter buildings; living in constant fear of being thrown in Central Quarantine...
And then, presto-whamo!!! No more Covid controls, restrictions, or concerns!
Literally just like magic overnight, no more Covid anything.
Except now everyone - and I mean *everyone* - in China is getting Covid.
Like Martin. Martin got Covid. But he's getting better now.
Meanwhile...
I've been hiding at home with Yan and the kids. We normally have Yan's mom here to help us with the kids but she went back home to take care of her elderly mother (Yan's grandmother). And then got "stuck" in the hometown when the "Everyone Get Covid!" Party kicked off a week ago.
That means Yan and I have been on Baby Time 24/7. Which... is kinda nice? And it's Christmas week so, technically, we should sorta be on vacation anyway? But that does mean we're not getting any "real" work done. Including Patreon posts.
Going forward... we're going to get Covid eventually. But we're trying to time it so that happens once Yan's mom is back and we have additional help with the kids.
Oh, right, Alice! That's why you're here...
The pre-production team is still producing lots of great art for the Design Bible. Card art from Adam as an example above. And we'll post a big update (from Alex) on progress being made with the Development Team in Shanghai as well... coming soon!
What are you doing for the holidays?
From Shanghai with Love,
-American
Comments
AniFae Kusanagi
Wow, i like how you have actually "planned" when to get Covid! :D haha, but in all seriousness, if it happens i just hope it comes and goes as lightly as possible. I had Covid last year, but i got better within a week, so hopefully it isnt too impactful. I really hope your able to slow down and have a great Christmas, to you, your family, Martin, Alex and the rest of the team!
Amy Gauna
Don't stress out about producing something for us, just enjoy the holidays and your time with your family.. and Lucky has gotten so big! 😍 I really hope you and your family weather out this current wave without issues.
紙(Kami)
Apollo brings the Cure and the Disease
Greyson Kehm
I hope for the sakes of you and your family that Covid doesn't hit you too hard when you get it. Take care! For Christmas, I'm just hanging out at home with my parents and little sister. No big family reunion this time. I'm a little sad about that, but at least there's nowhere near as much as stress as usual.
sav ♡
Hello from Canada! Sorry to hear everyone’s coming down with the cov… I’ve had it twice this year >.< Not a fun time — Wishing you all a smooth recovery and very happy holiday season. Going back home tomorrow, we’re driving through a storm… Sending good vibes for all of us.
Chara
My girlfriend is here from Utah! That's about it. Merry Christmas to all, or happy celebrations of whatever you like!
Nicholas Navea
I hope you all stay healthy and a merry Christmas. 🙏
I hope everyone stays safe and healthy where you are! Merry Christmas!
I’m on vacation down south in warmer weather for Christmas!
Melissa Chanyarlak
Hope you’re able to have a happy holiday regardless of being in hiding!! We’re visiting family for the holidays and hoping the upcoming freeze doesn’t destroy our plans or the house while we are away. Lol
