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Evening, folks!
I'm not really known for short, sweet news posts since I enjoy blathering on about all things Aywas--and, despite my best efforts, this one will be no exception (sorry, Slash).
In the fall of 2009, I joined Aywas (shout out to all my pre-alpha peers!) as a recent college grad with no job, no place of my own, no significant other. I was fortunate enough to be invited to become part of staff shortly after, quickly worked my way up to the administrator most of you have come to know me as, and have dedicated a large part of my life to Aywas ever since. Seven years later, I am happy to share that I have a career, an apartment, and lots of wonderful people in my life.
What I don't have anymore, however, is the amount of time I used to (I swear, it really does slip by faster each year). Before, it wasn't unusual for me to wake up at 8 a.m., hop on Aywas, and not log off until 18 hours+ later. Now that I have more offline responsibilities, that's no longer doable.
The Aywas community is made up of the most incredible people I have ever had the honor of working for and alongside, which is why this decision was such a difficult one. You guys only deserve me at my best, and I can no longer deliver at that level. Since I'm sure you all know where this is going, I would like to formally announce that I am stepping down from my staff position with Aywas, effective today. My on-site jobs have been divided amongst staff, so please contact a friendly green, pink, or blue friend for assistance going forward. <3
I would like to take a moment to thank each and every one of you, especially the people I have had the pleasure of interacting with directly, for making Aywas what it is, and what it continues to become. There is nothing I will miss more than being able to help you through your Aywas journey and bringing your ideas to life.
Since this is my last to share anything with you all at once, I wanted to share some of my favorite little-known facts with you. I don't think they'll ever appear in Trivia, but hey, who doesn't love useless factoids:
- Yasu doesn't appreciate calls at 3 a.m.
- One time he looked up how many notices I had. In a mix of terror and bewilderment, his only response was, "Why?"
- Before my first news post when Slash left me in charge, his only parting piece of advice was to "always include images." As you can see, that stuck with me for quite a while. XD
- I get to demote myself. That's kind of exciting. My last staff act will be something I've never done before!
- Uploading thousands of pets and items is tedious work. To make it fun, I sometimes got a little silly with the descriptions. So if you're wondering if you're the only one who sees a pop culture reference or a dirty pun, I will tell you: no, you're not; it was intentional. *wink*
- The Ghostly Apple is the greatest Aywas item ever. Yes, this is a fact.
- I created the concepts for Evren, Claude, Miksa, Tataio, and Dylan.
- The Haunted Lake was inspired by where I live.
- My little sister joined Aywas at age 13. She will be a freshman at MIT in the fall.
- Aywas gave me a skillset that helped my career. You never know when a volunteer passion can help you get a job! Do what you love. <3
I'm truly not trying to break some kind of goodbye-news post world record here, it's just really hard to let go of this amazing place. I'll still be around as a contributor, and Dew will still be working as a site artist, so you're not completely getting rid of us (did you really think it'd be that easy?). If you'd like to chat, I'll be a PM away.
Friends, it's been a privilege. I will be forever grateful to you for everything you have all done for me, and wish you nothing but the best in your lives--online and off. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.
Cheers!
With all the love in Ay, Ara, and the rest of the world,
- Eri
Posted by Eri & --
(#17) on Tue May 24, 2016 9:01pm
- Kassquatch
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Posted on: Tue May 24, 2016 9:31pm
LOVE YOU ERI thank you for everything!!
- Lunch & Obi
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Posted on: Tue May 24, 2016 9:32pm
Thank you for all that you have done, Eri! May life treat you well, always! :3 - Lunch
- Nevara & Blue[H]
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Posted on: Tue May 24, 2016 9:38pm
You mean now I can annoy you about regular-user stuff instead of admin-all-knowing stuff? <3 -Nevara
- ♑ Kat & AK ♈
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Posted on: Tue May 24, 2016 9:40pm
Ty ErI for all you've done. Loves on you. Enjoy your rl and take good care. Do I need to go to another staff for all my unresolved issues that I've been messaging you about or will you finish up all pm first? Eri & Dew (#17)
- Vyxen
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Posted on: Tue May 24, 2016 9:42pm
I'm sorry to see you go (though I didn't know you too well, I love the rambling news posts and dirty puns in the items/pets xD), but I'm glad that your real life has now outweighed your virtual life, and that you're in such a strong place. Keep moving forward, and don't forget Aywas when you're wildly successful and/or famous. xD
- zeph & co
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Posted on: Tue May 24, 2016 9:48pm
THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING, ERI!! It was a wild ride, but you will TRULY be missed!! -Zeph
- flightyRainbow
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Posted on: Tue May 24, 2016 9:49pm
Good luck and thank you for your hard work!
- Kanein
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Posted on: Tue May 24, 2016 9:49pm
Eri & Dew (#17) Thank you for your years of aywas help ^_^ and the news post an updates wont be the same without you to brighten them up with 100s of images :P
- Dar & Zel
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Posted on: Tue May 24, 2016 9:50pm
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Posted on: Tue May 24, 2016 9:31pm
My heart is breaking but we understand. We love you guys be safe and well. See you around