We really thought about it. It wasn't something we went into lightly. The fact is, this decision has been the topic of discussion at our dinner table for several months. What made me change my mind?
I can tell you it wasn't any whining from my kid. He knew the rules and while it was a very big nuisance, he dealt with it.
It wasn't the countless kids who didn't understand the need for the mask. The number of comments about the masks creepiness was endless.
What changed my mind was the outpouring of support my kid had after a not so nice subscriber came down hard on him about a collection update.
In his comment he told my kid that he wasn't humble and was bragging and that he went over to the dark side. It really affected ilinnuc. It saddened him because that isn't the type of teenage boy he is. He is humble and appreciative and thankful and constantly amazed by the support he has received on YouTube. What really pushed me over the edge to allow him to unmask, was how defensive some of these kids got over my child. It was amazing.
There were several people who came to his defense. Not in a nasty, "Shutup! You don't know why your talking about!" kind of way... But an "ilinnuc is kind and caring and really is a good person," kind of way. They saw him the way I see him. And that is what led me to the decision to let him show his face to the people who loyally and proudly support him.
To the kids who defended him: You are all absolutely amazing and wonderful people. We wholeheartedly appreciate everyone of you!
We are looking forward to letting you all get to know ilinnuc and the nuc clan more as the year progresses. Like I said before thanks for coming along for the ride. I hope it's as much fun for you as its been for all of us! ;)
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