You can't please anyone but yourself at times....and this is one of those times you need to take care of yourself. You will be missed, there will be a void for awhile.
I remember when you didn't take US or yourself.... all that seriously. You don't have to be the lone voice of the Right here anymore. This country will survive the years of Bush's antics and hopefully recover even if it gets worse for awhile.
Nourish your soul, find that sense of humor and let all the abuse you've taken here roll off your shoulders. Usually a month away from this place and it's ideas are enough to put you back as a contributing Zoner. Good luck with the publishers, you'll certainly have more time on your hands and should be able to get a lot accomplished.