I have not chimed in yet about the change in your own circumstances. I do know that coming to the decision you two did was not at all easy. I know there is a great deal of pain. But please realize, as everyone else has already said, that your wit and your wisdom are greatly appreciated. We value your contributions here greatly and we would miss you were you to decide to take leave. To recuse yourself would be unfounded and senseless.
Anyway, let me wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.