Schedule Changes - plus an honest apology
Added 2025-03-01 11:16:51 +0000 UTCHey Patrons
I want to speak with you a little bit differently in this post.
We made some schedule changes earlier in the week and tried to make sure they didn't impact Patreon, but since we're now making further changes it feels more appropriate to ditch the "customer service" voice and speak to you as Simon.
Firstly, the headline is that we won't be publishing any videos this weekend.
Normally we would be ahead of ourselves and come into the weekend with at least half the videos done. That's been impossible this week and the mounting pressure, plus being poorly, has left Kerry feeling overwhelmed.
Forcing ourselves through the videos in that state won't lead to us making good content and so, as much as we hate doing it, we're going to take the next two days to recover, reorganise things, and work on a more sustainable way to produce the content you expect, with the quality you're used to, at a rate we can cope with.
We recognise that putting two of our most well-supported groups at the weekend is both a blessing and a curse. Blessing because it properly acknowledges their status, and a curse because it means they're often the ones that get cut. That isn't fair.
Kerry's mental and physical health struggles are unpredictable, but it seems likely that having our most important videos at the weekend is a risk. This means that we might need to move things around, as well as make an overall reduction in the number of hours of content we produce.
I know this isn't what you want to hear. I wish I had more specifics about what we will and won't be doing, but I felt it more important to be open with you and give you honesty rather than a more polished (and shorter) post.
I'm only able to be this open with you because we have created such an incredible community here. Thank you all so much for your support and for making it possible for us to be ourselves, struggles and all.
Fighting!
Comments
All is fine. Recover and get in good health for the best reactions.
PhilosopherPalace
2025-03-21 17:22:11 +0000 UTCyou never have to apologise for taking a break, rest & get well
HeiwaTori
2025-03-04 01:34:59 +0000 UTCSince everyone has sad everything already I just want to say take care of yourselves and family. As a very introverted person who doesn’t usually join in I am very proud of what you both have done. All the AFTR communities are amazing and show what can happen when amazing people get together to create a community and family that is top tier. I may be biased but I don’t think anything comes close to what we have hands down. We love you both and will be here.
Jisoo17ww
2025-03-02 18:09:57 +0000 UTCHave a good rest. You should treat this like any other job where you get weekend and holidays off, as I imagine it can still be mentally taxing performing in front of the camera whilst also keeping everybody happy.
bluefairy
2025-03-02 09:42:16 +0000 UTCI know we all derive a great deal of pleasure from your content but NOTHING about this is more important than your wellbeing. You’re my bias Kerry! 🫶🏻
Gina
2025-03-02 04:37:01 +0000 UTCHealth is wealth, as they say :)) Hope you feel better soon, Kerry !! <3
ace_pops
2025-03-01 19:17:27 +0000 UTCThank you all for being so understanding. I've been reading them all and they have helped me massively today. I'm really emotional and feeling the love. We have such an amazing supportive community. Love you all! - Kerry xxx
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 18:50:06 +0000 UTCThank you. We love you too!
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 18:28:34 +0000 UTCThanks Moon, we both really appreciate you and your kind words
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 18:28:08 +0000 UTCThat is completely understandable!!! Prioritize your health!!
juan_soup
2025-03-01 18:14:57 +0000 UTCI'm writing this late because I was thinking of what to say.. but honestly, everyone's already said everything. I know and feel that march is going to be full of a lot of chances for you both, and for us all - so I do believe it's important to focus on our health first, figuring out what works for you is apart of the process. this may not even be the last time things change around here, things will always change but that's okay. humans are already prebuilt with the skill to adapt to anything! i wish u both well, take ur time and also that kerry starts feeling better soon as well, i hope things go well and smoothly for her this march🌼 thanks for what you do share with us, including the joy u both share, always know ur free to take ur time, give urself an easier time. appreciate the honest update 💜
moon x
2025-03-01 17:46:32 +0000 UTCAs many others have said, take your time. We will be here for you when you are ready, and when you aren't. I know I'll always be sending prayers and courage to you, Kerry and the family. We love you all so much. Fighting!
revnamjin
2025-03-01 17:38:10 +0000 UTCWe love what we do and love this community even more!! Your kind words (as always!) mean a lot to us! ❤️
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 17:32:20 +0000 UTCGood energy and positive vibes gratefully received. Thank you ❤️
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 17:31:18 +0000 UTCYour understanding means the world to us. Thank you
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 17:30:52 +0000 UTCThank you! It means a lot that you feel this way
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 17:29:53 +0000 UTCThank you so much for your lovely and kind words. We really appreciate you
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 17:29:35 +0000 UTCDear Kerry and Simon, you absolutely do not need to be apologetic in any way. You have already given us enough content to last a very long time until you are back. Wishing good health to Kerry and all the luck to you both as you navigate this difficult time. We will support you no matter what you decide. Surely, the amount of quality content you put out and all the hard work that goes into it, must take a toll on you. So, yes please take time, reassess and most importantly, give yourselves time to breathe. We will always be here. ♥️
Ohmyxiu
2025-03-01 17:15:23 +0000 UTCHonestly, take more days off, health is first, what’s content in front of that?
Magic Shop in SVT space
2025-03-01 16:40:14 +0000 UTCWe will always, ALWAYS, understand. Please prioritize what’s most important and we will be here when you are at your best. You’ve already given us a lot and much much more than other creators out there. Thanks for everything you try to do for your patrons-from your genuine reactions to your commitment in keeping to the schedule. We appreciate your honesty, Simon. Best of health to you and Kerry.
dopemingyu
2025-03-01 15:34:21 +0000 UTCPlease do not apologize for putting your health first! We'll be here to enjoy whenever and whatever you post, especially so if it's something you also enjoyed doing at your own pace, without compromising your well-being 💕 Sending lots of good energy and positive vibes your way!🫶🏻
leen
2025-03-01 15:32:37 +0000 UTCI’m so sorry it came to this point. ☹️ I always wondered how you were able to film so much content for Youtube and Patreon, not to mention the 3 hour livestreams twice a week. You guys work sooooo hard to put out amazing videos. Some people would think this is an easy job, but it’s really not when you have a life at home raising 3 children and you have to record as much as you do. Big thank you for all your efforts so far. You’ve created such a big wonderful community and I’m really happy to be a part of it. Do all the changes you need in a way that prioritizes your mental and physical health. Thank you again and we’ll see you again soon! ❤️ Gonna catch up on some videos now 😋
doribo
2025-03-01 14:56:08 +0000 UTCDon't worry about it! Health comes first, please take your time and recover. Sending prayers your way!
Mishal
2025-03-01 14:54:25 +0000 UTCThank you for understanding
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 14:29:08 +0000 UTCThank you so much 💓
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 14:28:48 +0000 UTCNo problem at all and take care! And yes it is totally okay to change up things such that it's not too much for you both. And not just for us even for you both it's best when you react in a way which makes it peaceful and fun and enjoyable for yourself too! So that's okay~ See y'all next week <3
Priyanka Banerjee
2025-03-01 14:20:26 +0000 UTCDon't worry about it at all! Health comes first always, take your time and find what works best for you, we'll be here when you get back <3
Speedermein
2025-03-01 14:17:40 +0000 UTCThank and welcome. Everyone here is awesome and it looks like you'll fit right in
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 13:17:48 +0000 UTCIt's a good thing to take a break and re-assess capacity. All of this sounds like a good idea. Being able to readjust the way things are done at one's job is a privilege, and it's good to take advantage of that ability, too. I'm new to this community but it seems like a lovely and supportive one. Being lovely and supporting you, too.
jung
2025-03-01 13:17:01 +0000 UTCIt's absolutely okay take your time!!! You don't need to worry cause you always spoil us with a good amount of great content both here and on yt Take care guys!!!🙏💗
dav
2025-03-01 13:11:35 +0000 UTCThank you!!
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 13:04:49 +0000 UTCYour health should be the priority of course! Please rest well and don’t worry. Making reaction videos should be a fun ride together. Don’t let it become your burden. See you guys again whenever you’re ready! 🫶🏻
Lady B.
2025-03-01 13:00:31 +0000 UTCOh no seventeen again🥲. Take care, see you guys later!
Nat• seventeen
2025-03-01 12:58:20 +0000 UTCThank you so much Kayleigh. I really appreciate you putting it that way ❤️
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 12:39:00 +0000 UTCBeautifully put. Thank you!
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 12:38:24 +0000 UTCI am always amazed at the amount of content you produce. I am only consuming content and I cannot imagine how you manage to do this, while having three children...I understand that at some point it becomes kind of a chore as well, and you need to recharge in order to keep it coming. Take care. I personally enjoy watching the videos because of your unique input and sense of humor. I hope you will never lose it. Take care! See you at your next seventeen reactions :)
Emma
2025-03-01 12:08:39 +0000 UTCIts ok...we can only plan but when things get in d way of d plan...its best to deal with it n come back when when all is ok...physical n mental health is of d utmost importance. We need Kerry n you, Simon, to be healthy n happy so we get the reaction dat is sincere n fun. We will wait.😊👍
Ani Umar
2025-03-01 12:03:37 +0000 UTCYou've shown enough variety content to know that most of the Kpop group road-trips drop in at a service centre, so it is only fitting that The Ride we are Along For also gets any necessary service stops. We'll be here when The Ride can continue — both safely and for the long haul. 😎
Wm Trevor Lunn
2025-03-01 11:45:48 +0000 UTCAcknowledging when something isn't working and shifting to try something new is one of the hardest, bravest things someone can do. Health and wellbeing has always got to be a priority. You can't look after others and make others happy until you look after yourselves. I hope you aren't beating yourself up. I think the community is full if mature people who understand and have been through similar things and will continue to be here for whatever you are able to do. Sending love and positive vibes 🥰💞
Kayleigh Swan
2025-03-01 11:42:22 +0000 UTCThank you!! The fact that our community is the way it is means so much to us ❤️
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 11:36:11 +0000 UTCThank you! It'll go up on YouTube on Monday
Simon Chilley
2025-03-01 11:35:15 +0000 UTCGive Kerry our love. I miss you guys and your humour, bickering, laughter and smiles. But all of that is only possible when you're healthy and in a good mental state. Thank you for your honesty and especially thank you for not forcing it by going ahead with reactions anyway to try to satisfy us. I'd like to think this is a very welcoming, concerned and mature aftr community and we will always understand priorities. Get well soon 🤗
13plus3plus1
2025-03-01 11:34:58 +0000 UTCas someone who also has their fair share of mental health struggles i completely understand how unpredictable it can be and i hope you guys never push yourselves too hard! but im also grateful as someone who subscribed to the patreon specifically for seventeen content that you’ll find a way to make things more fair with the weekend content. prioritise health always but thanks for the transparency ❤️
gyukoo
2025-03-01 11:32:37 +0000 UTCThat’s fine. It’s okay to prioritise yourselves when you feel you need it 🥰are we getting the stream replay of last night’s stream still? I could only join in briefly last night. See you when you return! Xx
Karamel
2025-03-01 11:26:43 +0000 UTCHealth is the main priority for everyone, please don't worry about the videos if you're feeling overwhelmed or anxious. We'll be here whenever you're ready 🩷
Futaba-chan
2025-03-01 11:22:40 +0000 UTCNo problems at all. Focus on what you both need first. Look after yourselves 🫶
Gabbi
2025-03-01 11:18:33 +0000 UTC
