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 Author: Stuart9 View Messages Posted By Stuart9
 Posted: Oct 11, 2025 15:35
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Stuart9 (1457)

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It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺

Sadly my health has deteriorated to the point that I need to spend all my time
with my family.

My store is currently closed and I hope to open for a brief period of time soon
but no guarantees, hoping to go home tomorrow, one order still to ship.

A lot of stock to list and a few bills to keep up with, my sales are usually
used for this. 🙂

The closure is being forced on me as I cannot guarantee to have the strength
to fulfil orders and I don’t want outstanding orders if something happens.

The timing is a pure guess and probably a subconscious wish to last that long.

I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

Thank you all, customers, fellow sellers, admin’s, forum posters and especially
to those who’ve become friends, thank you too to those who’ve helped me and taught
me much.
 Author: peregrinator View Messages Posted By peregrinator
 Posted: Oct 11, 2025 16:30
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peregrinator (1100)

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In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺

Sadly my health has deteriorated to the point that I need to spend all my time
with my family.

My store is currently closed and I hope to open for a brief period of time soon
but no guarantees, hoping to go home tomorrow, one order still to ship.

A lot of stock to list and a few bills to keep up with, my sales are usually
used for this. 🙂

The closure is being forced on me as I cannot guarantee to have the strength
to fulfil orders and I don’t want outstanding orders if something happens.

The timing is a pure guess and probably a subconscious wish to last that long.

I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

Thank you all, customers, fellow sellers, admin’s, forum posters and especially
to those who’ve become friends, thank you too to those who’ve helped me and taught
me much.

So sorry to hear this - please be assured of my prayers for you and your family.
Very glad to hear that you're sticking around the forum.
 Author: Stuart9 View Messages Posted By Stuart9
 Posted: Oct 11, 2025 16:46
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Stuart9 (1457)

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Thank you.

Not something I wanted to post for many more years, I was here for the long term
and really enjoyed the whole experience.



In Announce, peregrinator writes:
  In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺

Sadly my health has deteriorated to the point that I need to spend all my time
with my family.

My store is currently closed and I hope to open for a brief period of time soon
but no guarantees, hoping to go home tomorrow, one order still to ship.

A lot of stock to list and a few bills to keep up with, my sales are usually
used for this. 🙂

The closure is being forced on me as I cannot guarantee to have the strength
to fulfil orders and I don’t want outstanding orders if something happens.

The timing is a pure guess and probably a subconscious wish to last that long.

I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

Thank you all, customers, fellow sellers, admin’s, forum posters and especially
to those who’ve become friends, thank you too to those who’ve helped me and taught
me much.

So sorry to hear this - please be assured of my prayers for you and your family.
Very glad to hear that you're sticking around the forum.
 Author: Nubs_Select View Messages Posted By Nubs_Select
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 Author: Nubs_Select View Messages Posted By Nubs_Select
 Posted: Oct 11, 2025 17:21
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So very sorry to hear , our thoughts and prayers are with you. Congrats on
maintaining 100% feedback throughout your years of selling and hopefully we see
you pop in on the forums!
 Author: Stuart9 View Messages Posted By Stuart9
 Posted: Oct 11, 2025 17:27
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Stuart9 (1457)

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Thank you.

I’ll certainly visit the forum whilst I’m able.



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  So very sorry to hear , our thoughts and prayers are with you. Congrats on
maintaining 100% feedback throughout your years of selling and hopefully we see
you pop in on the forums!
 Author: nammasnart96 View Messages Posted By nammasnart96
 Posted: Oct 11, 2025 17:23
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In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺

Sadly my health has deteriorated to the point that I need to spend all my time
with my family.

My store is currently closed and I hope to open for a brief period of time soon
but no guarantees, hoping to go home tomorrow, one order still to ship.

A lot of stock to list and a few bills to keep up with, my sales are usually
used for this. 🙂

The closure is being forced on me as I cannot guarantee to have the strength
to fulfil orders and I don’t want outstanding orders if something happens.

The timing is a pure guess and probably a subconscious wish to last that long.

I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

Thank you all, customers, fellow sellers, admin’s, forum posters and especially
to those who’ve become friends, thank you too to those who’ve helped me and taught
me much.

Sadden to hear that your health has deteriorated and you must close your store.
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!
Howard
 Author: Stuart9 View Messages Posted By Stuart9
 Posted: Oct 11, 2025 17:30
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Stuart9 (1457)

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Thank you.

Fingers crossed I can hang around for awhile, determined to do my best, who knows.





In Announce, nammasnart96 writes:
  In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺

Sadly my health has deteriorated to the point that I need to spend all my time
with my family.

My store is currently closed and I hope to open for a brief period of time soon
but no guarantees, hoping to go home tomorrow, one order still to ship.

A lot of stock to list and a few bills to keep up with, my sales are usually
used for this. 🙂

The closure is being forced on me as I cannot guarantee to have the strength
to fulfil orders and I don’t want outstanding orders if something happens.

The timing is a pure guess and probably a subconscious wish to last that long.

I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

Thank you all, customers, fellow sellers, admin’s, forum posters and especially
to those who’ve become friends, thank you too to those who’ve helped me and taught
me much.

Sadden to hear that your health has deteriorated and you must close your store.
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!
Howard
 Author: SylvainLS View Messages Posted By SylvainLS
 Posted: Oct 11, 2025 18:03
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In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺
[…]

😯 Oh, that’s very sad news.
I hope BL’s “adventures” and the forum will bring you a smile when you need it
😅
 Author: Stuart9 View Messages Posted By Stuart9
 Posted: Oct 12, 2025 15:34
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I’m sure they will, thank you.



In Announce, SylvainLS writes:
  In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺
[…]

😯 Oh, that’s very sad news.
I hope BL’s “adventures” and the forum will bring you a smile when you need it
😅
 Author: CCBricks View Messages Posted By CCBricks
 Posted: Oct 11, 2025 20:24
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My fellow brick brother:

I send my thoughts, prayers and brick vibes your way.

Brian

In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺

Sadly my health has deteriorated to the point that I need to spend all my time
with my family.

My store is currently closed and I hope to open for a brief period of time soon
but no guarantees, hoping to go home tomorrow, one order still to ship.

A lot of stock to list and a few bills to keep up with, my sales are usually
used for this. 🙂

The closure is being forced on me as I cannot guarantee to have the strength
to fulfil orders and I don’t want outstanding orders if something happens.

The timing is a pure guess and probably a subconscious wish to last that long.

I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

Thank you all, customers, fellow sellers, admin’s, forum posters and especially
to those who’ve become friends, thank you too to those who’ve helped me and taught
me much.
 Author: Stuart9 View Messages Posted By Stuart9
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Stuart9 (1457)

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Cheers Brian, appreciate it.


In Announce, CCBricks writes:
  My fellow brick brother:

I send my thoughts, prayers and brick vibes your way.

Brian

In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺

Sadly my health has deteriorated to the point that I need to spend all my time
with my family.

My store is currently closed and I hope to open for a brief period of time soon
but no guarantees, hoping to go home tomorrow, one order still to ship.

A lot of stock to list and a few bills to keep up with, my sales are usually
used for this. 🙂

The closure is being forced on me as I cannot guarantee to have the strength
to fulfil orders and I don’t want outstanding orders if something happens.

The timing is a pure guess and probably a subconscious wish to last that long.

I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

Thank you all, customers, fellow sellers, admin’s, forum posters and especially
to those who’ve become friends, thank you too to those who’ve helped me and taught
me much.
 Author: 1001bricks View Messages Posted By 1001bricks
 Posted: Oct 12, 2025 11:30
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In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  Sadly my health has deteriorated to the point that I need to spend all my time
with my family.

That's the good decision, who cares for the shop?

  I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

All our thoughts here are to you, please come back whenever possible, bring us
any news; we've been with you on this Forum and on BrickLink in general for
so many years. You've been part of our lives and that counts a lot. Thank
you Stu.
 Author: Stuart9 View Messages Posted By Stuart9
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Stuart9 (1457)

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It has and does mean a lot to me too, the good the bad and the ugly.

If I can have any influence on my health I’ll be here for a while.

Thank you.




In Announce, 1001bricks writes:
  In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  Sadly my health has deteriorated to the point that I need to spend all my time
with my family.

That's the good decision, who cares for the shop?

  I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

All our thoughts here are to you, please come back whenever possible, bring us
any news; we've been with you on this Forum and on BrickLink in general for
so many years. You've been part of our lives and that counts a lot. Thank
you Stu.
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 Author: WildBricks View Messages Posted By WildBricks
 Posted: Oct 13, 2025 11:53
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The timing is a pure guess and probably a subconscious wish to last that long.

I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

Thank you all, customers, fellow sellers, admin’s, forum posters and especially
to those who’ve become friends, thank you too to those who’ve helped me and taught
me much.

Stuart,

You have been a valued member of this community and a welcome presence on the
forum. I'm sending positive vibes your way with a hope to ease your life.
Thank you for all you've contributed over the years. You will be missed.

Ginny
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 Author: Stuart9 View Messages Posted By Stuart9
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Stuart9 (1457)

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Thank you Ginny,

Kind words, much appreciated.


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The timing is a pure guess and probably a subconscious wish to last that long.

I will continue to post, contribute if I can and read the forum as long as is
possible.

Thank you all, customers, fellow sellers, admin’s, forum posters and especially
to those who’ve become friends, thank you too to those who’ve helped me and taught
me much.

Stuart,

You have been a valued member of this community and a welcome presence on the
forum. I'm sending positive vibes your way with a hope to ease your life.
Thank you for all you've contributed over the years. You will be missed.

Ginny
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 Author: Nuttymutt View Messages Posted By Nuttymutt
 Posted: Oct 27, 2025 05:22
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In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺

Hi Stuart,

I am sorry to hear that your health has declined. I'm no stranger to this
issue. It is with great empathy and the most heartfelt sympathy that I wish for
the road to rise to meet your feet, for the wind to be ever at you back and for
the sun to shine upon your face.

You and your family are in my thoughts.

2 months ago my prescribing psychologist approved an increase in my medication.
The last 2 months have been the best in my life. I have struggled with debillitating
health issues for 48 years before I was correctly diagnosed. Since then, it has
taken over two years to arrive at the correct treatments.

For some years I have wanted to invest more time in my wife's hobby of Harry
Potter Lego. I think there may now be a small opportunity for me to get stuck
in to that. We are having a bash at it.

I hope you don't mind if over the coming months I ask you the odd question
about a Bricklink Lego Shop please?

I appreciate we are complete strangers. However, I hope our love for our families
and our health are common values we share, along with, of course, Lego and I
hope you will consider agreeing with me when I say we have a great deal in common.

Warmest and kindest regards

Take care

Nuttymutt
 Author: Stuart9 View Messages Posted By Stuart9
 Posted: Oct 27, 2025 11:01
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Thank you for posting your very kind message, I hope that your treatments carry
on improving/stabilising your illness.

Everyone is stranger to someone but some become great friends, I’ve made a few
here, not easy for me as I’m a quiet man, not outgoing but happy to mix and talk
to people, even those I don’t know, when I’m in the mood.

Good luck with the Harry Potter Lego, it should only bring you closer together,
I find it very therapeutic going through the whole process from buying in new
stock through sorting etc and finally selling.

Feel free to message me if you think I can help, certainly not familiar with
every aspect but who is ? 😉

Great name you have Nuttymutt.

Stuart



In Announce, Nuttymutt writes:
  In Announce, Stuart9 writes:
  It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the pending permanent closure of
my store. 🥺

Hi Stuart,

I am sorry to hear that your health has declined. I'm no stranger to this
issue. It is with great empathy and the most heartfelt sympathy that I wish for
the road to rise to meet your feet, for the wind to be ever at you back and for
the sun to shine upon your face.

You and your family are in my thoughts.

2 months ago my prescribing psychologist approved an increase in my medication.
The last 2 months have been the best in my life. I have struggled with debillitating
health issues for 48 years before I was correctly diagnosed. Since then, it has
taken over two years to arrive at the correct treatments.

For some years I have wanted to invest more time in my wife's hobby of Harry
Potter Lego. I think there may now be a small opportunity for me to get stuck
in to that. We are having a bash at it.

I hope you don't mind if over the coming months I ask you the odd question
about a Bricklink Lego Shop please?

I appreciate we are complete strangers. However, I hope our love for our families
and our health are common values we share, along with, of course, Lego and I
hope you will consider agreeing with me when I say we have a great deal in common.

Warmest and kindest regards

Take care

Nuttymutt