Hi guys,
I just wanted to update everybody on the status of the DIYGP webstore.
As you may have noticed you cant place orders through the store at the moment. The webstore is currently closed. exactly 1 week ago my boy (James) went to hospital for surgery on his feet. This was meant to be a simple procedure. Unfortunately things turned out significantly more complicated and his surgery went from 45mins to 4 hours. He has been in excruciating pain since, its a roller coaster and even after a week we are still battling to keep him comfortable. James and i have a very close bond and to see him like this is crushing me to say the least.
So needless to say, the store will be closed until further notice and it will probably stay closed until he is back on his feet again (no time frame for this but ~6 weeks from now). Tending to James' recovering is my upmost importance.
When the store DOES reopen
...at this point i think there is a good chance i will close it down for good. I'm still not sure how this will happen (whether it just stays closed and doesn't reopen, closing down sale, leave the store open till stock is depleted etc) but this ordeal has made it certain that I'm ready to move on. The store takes up every free moment i have, making it difficult to spend as much time with my children as i would like. I would also like to focus on my own fitness and health, these things are impossible with the store in place. I have a tonne of stock so whatever method, you will probably see me flogging stuff off for some time yet.
More about that once we cross this first bridge (James).
Wish us luck and thanks for all the well wishes we have received.
Paul
(diyguitarpedals.com.au | DIYGP)
Wow man!
That's terrible to here. Take care of your family, especially your boy. i feel for you man. Having kids who are hurting for any reason is tough, but I'm sure he'll bounce back.
Too bad about the shop, but we all know family comes first.
Wow, as a father, thats' so hard to hear, I hate you're having to go through this, but you're not alone, your friends here on the inside are pulling for you and your son.
Hang in there James!! Paul, I think you're doing the right thing. I'd hate to see the place get shuttered, but you need to keep everyone (and yourself) healthy and happy.
Wow! That is terrible to hear! I hope your son has a speedy recovery. Being a Dad I would drop anything and everything to help my daughter. Best wishes!
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Having a sick kid is not fun, I hope it all works out for your family.
I'll be sorry to see your store close, but family and health come first.
sad to hear, best of luck with your son's recovery and it sounds like less stress is a good idea for everyone
Best wishes to James, Paul. I hope he heals quickly. Family comes first.
Also thanks for the help last year with my Berserker Fuzz. Your store was a good place to start this addiction hobby.
Even if it is a difficult choice to make, I think you made the right one. Relative to the health of self and family, guitar pedals are small potatoes. You have my respect and support in your decision, and your son has my prayers for a speedy recovery.
Really sorry Paul, I didn't realise things were this bad, hope James improves soon.
Have sent you a PM. All the best to your family mate.
Good luck Paul I hope James recovers as soon as possible and you can both get back some normalcy.
Oh man, so sorry to hear this. Good luck to you and your son!
Oh man, where am I going to get the best hookup wire in Australia now?
Seriously though, that's rough about your son and family comes first. Your shop has been great (and very funny to find I wasn't that far away from it when I lived in Melbourne) and I've plugged it at every chance but things change and you do what you need to do.
About that wire though...
Really sorry to hear about that man, I hope he's better in no time and that you get to spend more time with him and your family. I loved the shop and owe you a tonne of thanks for all that I've learnt from your youtube videos but bollocks to the noise if it's getting in the way of the important stuff!
Good luck, seeing your kids in pain is heartbreaking :(
sorry to hear Paul, it was you videos in the first place that actually got me into the hobby and has opened doors for me so I owe you alot, thanks man and I really hope all goes well for you and your lad.
Sometimes we forget that family should come first, second and third (but close second), then, maybe, the rest.
Take care of your boy, the world will still be there when you both are back.
Cheers,
Max.
Best wishes to you and your family. As a dad, I feel for you.
Sending best wishes and prayers from the other side of the globe. Family first!
Thoughts are with you. Hoping for a speedy recovery.
All the best to your son and to you.
So sorry to hear this. Prayers are with your family.
Very sorry to hear this. Best wishes from the states.
Good luck, Paul. Best wishes to your son and your family.
Oh my heavens, I am so sorry to hear this. Praying for you and your boy. Don't even worry about the shop, man.
All the best Paul. You've contributed a great deal to the DIY pedal community through your videos and store... leaving a great legacy... thanks for everything! Will pray for your family and hoping for James' swift recovery
Family first. The pedals will always be waiting for you when you have time.
very sorry to hear, keeping yall in my thoughts and prayers.
All the best to you and your family mate, sending good vibes your way :)
Let me add to the good vibes going your way! :) One of my daughters had to have surgery this past year, and as a parent that is certainly not an easy thing to see. I'm sure it's not an easy decision about the store, but I'm glad you're doing what you need for yourself and your family. I wish I had ordered from you more than the one time I did! If you reopen to sell down remaining stock, I will be there with bells on. I do hope you'll keep doing your videos in the future when you're able. It's the best DIY channel out there, honestly.
Paul, I am very sorry to hear about your troubles. I hope things will work out for the best for you and your family and that you will find the balance you need!
Hi Paul
It is so hard to see your kids out of sorts, I feel for you.
Hope his recovery is quick.
Peter
subscribe to your youtube. Sorry to hear. Hope your sons is back on feet in the future!
Paul, that's excruciating to read. I hope your boy gets well soon and will have no permanent damage from this. Best wishes and all good thoughts to you.
So sorry to hear about your son, Paul. I'm praying for a speedy recovery.
All the best,
Marty
Bummer. PM coming.
All the best to you Paul, and your family.
Gotta take care of the family first. Hope your boy is on the mend soon and feeling better.
Thank you everyone for this overwhelming show of support, seeing these messages really helped me during the last 2 weeks, you are all so very kind.
Things are looking a little better, James is only needing panadol and nurofen to control the pain without the heavier pain killers and he's sleeping at night with only 2 wake ups (for more pain killers). This is a far cry from where we were even 2 days ago so fingers crossed we are moving forward with his recovery. This has to be the hardest 2 weeks of our lives...I'd say James has suffered more pain then some people will ever have to face in their entire lives...
As some normality is returning to our lives i have decided to reactivate the store. If it becomes too much for us to deal with i may have to switch it off now and then, see how we go. There are still some bumps in the road coming up with his treatment that i'm anticipating will turn things upside again so i will probably need some time at these points as well.
Anyway, thank you all again. This thread has reminded me the #1 reason i have stuck with this hobby for so long (the community).
Cheers friends
Paul
The encouraging news is good to hear. Hoping things continue in a positive direction.
Family first. Don't spend too much time on us DIY'ers ... we'll always be here to have your back.
Best wishes to you and your family. I also hope you still have time to make the occasional videos. I always enjoy them.
Sorry to hear about your son, Paul. Glad to hear he's doing better.
Kids #1, everything else can wait.
Wishing the little guy a speedy recovery.
Just read what you guys are going through, Paul. I am really sorry. It's awful to see your little one suffer.
Good to hear that your kid is doing a bit better, even if still in a lot of pain.
I hope he will soon be fine. I wish you and your family all the strength and courage!
Sounds like a tough decision, but ultimately probably the best one for you and your family. I hope that everybody is healthy and happy in the future, Paul.
get well soon James!
It is really good the hear he has had some improvement, an answer to prayers! And PM'd...
Wow Paul I'm so sorry to hear about your boy, but glad thing seem to be turning around. We certainly understand you have to take care of yourself and your family. Let us know if there's anything we can do- you've given so much to this community. I know I've learned a ton from you. My thoughts are with you man. All my best.