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Yeah…I was supposed to have spent the past several days of my holiday vacation on nothing but comic art, but instead I spent it being too sick to sit up straight or eat solid food.  Presently, whichever strain of flu virus I picked up is attacking my eyeballs so I can round this adventure off with some bleary conjunctivitis fun.

It’s kind of past apology at this point.  I don’t even know what to say.  2011 was total comic fail, and I hate to start 2012 off on the same note, but here I am.  The previously already late comic will be later than late.  I’m sorry, if that means anything anymore.  But happy new year, though.

EDIT:
Thank you for the comments, guys.  That was meant to be an explanation, but the fact that I’m frustrated, cranky, sick and feeling sorry for myself came across a little strong there.  Don’t pay too much mind.  Seriously, thanks for the patience and understanding, and have a most excellent 2012.

1st January 2012 · 85 notes
  1. gonah said: Dear Tracy: If, IF there are people complaining, pay them no mind. It’s kinda bull that people would be pestering you for an update. I mean, how many people here worked for THEIR holiday? Not enough space to put all my support and well-wishes <3
  2. ganold said: As long as you continue making awesome quality comics, being late shouldn’t be an issue! Get well soon Ms. Butler!
  3. plaidred said: Hope you feel better soon! I’m anxious to see more comic pages, but for Freckles and the gang I can be good and patient. Take care of yourself first!! <3 Love your work, you’re awesome. <3
  4. kamnamek said: I hope you get better soon, sorry to hear you weren’t well. Your stuff is worth the wait and even if i go to the site and don’t see a new page i usually show it off to who ever is near by so they can marvel at the ones i read already. (>^-^)> hugz!
  5. aestellica said: I hope you feel better soon! D:
  6. redcoatcat said: Take care of yourself first art can always be finished later. ;) Happy New Year to you.
  7. hughinmunin said: Dude. Get better. Have hot tea, hot soaks in a tub (be sure to toss in some camomile sachets or lavender sachets or a bath bomb of similar scent), have chicken noodle soup, get a massage, sleep in, have a hot toddy, and don’t worry about it.
  8. tsukiflower said: Get some rest, and it’s totally okay about the comic. If I’ve learned anything from drawing comics myself, it’s that I totally understand when someone is unable to update due to circumstances. So relax, get better, and don’t stress out. :D
  9. halleybyers333 said: Gee, if 2011 was a comic failure, I wish I could fail like you! Get better, madam. :)
  10. imthesnarkknight said: Take as much time as needed to get better and don’t worry about the comic. Your health is more important.
  11. worldsentwined said: Art like yours is worth waiting for. I hope you feel better soon!
  12. freebooter4ever said: I think I’ll love lackadaisy forever so will wait forever for an update :D Hope you feel better!
  13. leilaz said: Take care of yourself! I’ll be happy with a new Lackadaisy post whenever it may happen. :)
  14. yuutismo-ilustrado said: Awww, Miss Tracy. Get well soon, and happy new year!
  15. palesheep said: Wow. Suddenly having a simple sore throat and stuffy ears doesn’t seem so bad. =( *huuuuuugs* Get well soon! Lackadaisy can wait; Taking care of yourself comes first!
  16. underthepigsty said: Feel better, and best of luck and wishes for 2012!
  17. starreskye said: I hope you get better Tracy!!! Besides we wouldn’t want Rocky to give you a “thing” like he gave to Mitzi.
  18. ellava said: Awww Tracy… please don’t feel down about it. Side projects and personal projects are always hard to get to when you have a life to live. Lackadaisy is a lot of work for one person. We all love your work and only want you to be healthy and happy :)
  19. joyeux-noelle said: just to chime in here: I know what you mean about slipping deadlines, but at the same time, you owe us readers neither jack nor shit. Feel better soon; that’s all we really want. <3
  20. manapimp said: Oh, my dear - I do hope you feel better soon. The Stomach-flu is just awful. You take your time and get better - that’s the most important thing. You start on the comic when it’s alright for you - we can wait a little longer. Xx
  21. aaapple said: Feel better soon, Tracy! You’ve done so much and we love your works and Lackadaisy, you deserve to be more selfish take lots of rest! <3 Your own health is much more important than the comic. I hope 2012 will be most excellent year to you too.
  22. mercurialmalcontent said: Please take care of yourself, the flu can be a dangerous illness. I hope you get well soon. <3
  23. meteloides said: Oh my God. I know from experience how horrible and dangerous the flu can be. Please stay hydrated, and if you remain sick, go to the doctor right away!
  24. revolution-12 said: hope you are well ;A;
  25. apiphile said: Gaddamn, I’m sorry you’re so sick! Flu is the absolute worst, please take it easy and don’t beat yourself up, we can wait! We can wait!
  26. mangiferin said: Ugh that blows. If this is any consolation (for me or you aha), I’m so behind on reading the comics I might just catch up when you get back into comicking! All the best and happy, healthy new year to you!
  27. katsallday said: Hey, your health is more important than the comic. Hands down. You take as long as you need to get better and don’t apologize for your body telling you that you need a break.
  28. storyboardcrawford said: I hope you feel better soon! 2012 is not going to know what hit it, when all the awesome gets unleashed. :D
  29. stormyshadows said: Awww! Getting better is far more important than a comic. I’m sure we can all wait! Hope you’re better soon.
  30. mixiekins said: everyone still loves you anyway. :>
  31. halcyoneblue said: What is it about vacations that open the floodgates of viruses and other nasty illnesses? First thing when I went on vacation, I got sick too. But granted, no where as bad as you. I hope you get better soon, Tracy! And Happy New Year!
  32. thecatcameback96 said: You and all the people I know.
  33. secretboyband said: Honestly, you should get better rather than work yourself sick on the comics! Your health is worth more. Happy new year to you. <3
  34. titancity said: It’s not your fault if you get sick. =/ That really sucks, and I hope you feel better soon.