I would like to apologize ...

The last year has been very difficult for me - a bit of a struggle...
However my Covid loss (4 family members) has been minor probably ..compared to sooo many others.
But I have lashed out a few times recently that I am not proud of.
I am sorry for that.. but I have to say I am still not in a great place.
Working through it ... mine to win!
Thank you for those that have given me a bit of rope.. sorry for those I may have upset.
No excuses... love you all.
Below showing that we can still be better .... we can all be "YEAR 13".

 

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First of all, sorry for your loss. Losing a closed one is a big enough tragedy, losing 4 is indescribable. Silly arguments on an internet forum among anonymous individuals are insignificant really compared to the harsh realities of real life. When I was younger I would engage in all sorts of online flame-wars regarding politics, sports, music, and all the usual suspects. However I do find them kinda pointless now as they are time-consuming, usually off-topic and nothing ever comes out of them. So, I have avoided commenting on the heated discussions that have occasionally arisen on this forum. At the end of the day we are here to discuss coins and promote the hobby, and if the debate ever gets heated, it is the self-inflicted duty of our moderators to calm thing down

Here is my year 13. It is a painful reminder of the tremendous disasters that can befall humanity, but also a reason for hope as we all know that the Byzantine Empire very quickly rose to its feet.

 

i didnt see any posts by you where you were short or rude, even when i looked at your history. nice coin.

 

some minor tussle over the details of ancient rome. Not a big deal, but I am not roman.

 

Clavdivs, Don't lose any sleep over it, some of us do have a short fuse on occasion including myself . Fortunately CT members have short memories .

 

@Clavdivs Firstly, I'm really sorry to hear about your losses. That's enough to drive anyone over the edge.
That being said, I haven't noticed anything untoward. Perhaps I'm not looking in the right places. But that doesn't matter. Glad you are on the right track and I hope things are looking up for you.

As Lord M said: "FEL TEMP REPARATIO"
(Us Kicking Covid's Butt)

Constantius II
AE20
Constantinople
Obverse: DN CONSTANTIVS PF AVG, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right
Reverse: FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO, soldier standing left, knee raised, spearing fallen horseman who is unbearded, wearing Phrygian helmet, clutching horse's neck. Gamma dot in left and centre fields
Mintmark CONSA

(Us Rising Like a Phoenix From The Ashes)

Constantius II
AE follis
Obverse: D N CONSTANTIVS P F AVG, pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right
Reverse: FEL TEMP REPARATIO, radiate phoenix standing right on globe. Mintmark CONSA.

 

For those of us not familiar with Byzantine coinage, what’s the significance of year 13?

 

That's a gorgeous coin, @Clavdivs! May 2021 bring you solace.

 

I haven't seen anything rude or offensive either in your posts (I'm not connected 24/7 though)

Sorry for your loss. It's hard to believe so many people have died from a pandemic until you count so many in your own family

Q

 

May you find peace in your hearts for you and all your family. I will pray for you!

 

@Clavdivs , I understand.

Last April, I lost a very close Family member to Covid. Very difficult on everyone. I chose not to discuss it here, as I knew everyone were battling fears of the unknown or their losses.

Within the last 2 months, both of my parents got it. My Mother recovered quickly, my Father took longer, and still is weak but recovering. One of my Daughters and her Fiancé got it... long recoveries. It is NOT the “flu”.

I noticed some folks making uneducated comments, which chafed me, but I held my response. Perhaps they, too, were hurting, or perhaps they were ignorant of the deep pain they were unknowingly inflicting. For those people, perhaps being isolated and not touched by personal loss makes them feel safe from it...and easier for them to make rash comments.

I hope that folks strive to mentally walk through others’ shoes before making rash comments.

It is not always easy for you. I understand. I draw upon my beliefs to help. I know your post will help you through this.

Will be thinking of you and yours.

Best,
Brian

 

Anyone can have a bad day or a run of bad luck which effects their mood. With Covid we have all been on edge. Here's hoping that we all can get vaccinated and put the tragedy behind us.

 

I fully connect with you on this...I am feeling incredibly grateful and maybe even a little guilty on some levels for having survived Covid although I'm now months into life changing long haul problems.
To me it's simple...life before lively-hood or things people want to do.

I have had a whole lot of moments thinking about what both my sets of grandparents had to deal with (as well as family and friends in other countries) during WW2. They sacrificed for all of us, the Purple Hearts, the neighbors friends and family they lost, the rationing, the giving up of items for war efforts... it keeps reminding me that this has been a war against a virus and we're not done yet.

I very much appreciate the people (like you) who've had the strength to continue life and efforts no matter what losses need to be faced. The people who have stuck to essentials and sacrificed activities like seeing family and friends and gone through the efforts of keeping others safe are by far the bravest and strongest. Ok, except for maybe the frontline people.
Good on you for sharing this, it's a appreciated. I wish you love and hope and all the best!!!

 

@Alegandron I have seen a story that said that receiving one of the vaccines may help "long haulers" recover from the aftereffects of having already had COVID. You might look into it.

 

Thank you much I appreciate it! I just posted something about that in another thread earlier because I am scheduled for shot number one tomorrow!

 

We all have bad times and moments. One sign of a truly good person is one who calls themselves out for bad behavior and who's strongest critic is the one looking back at them from the mirror. We all do it, but too few admit it. Sorry for your loss and best of luck to you.

 

Constantinople was hit by the Bubonic Plague in the year AD 542 after decimating the populations of Europe. It is often referred to as "Justinian's Plague" since he too was struck by the disease but miraculously survived . Another year 13 coin from my collection .

 

Good luck with the shot. I get my second on Monday. Hope you don't have any side affects. I didn't but the wife did. She had soreness at the injection site for about 4 days.