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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
- Squirrel Teilchen
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Posted on: Wed May 25, 2016 3:04am
Eri... You have been part of my journey on Aywas as much as Aywas itself. I want to thank you for all the hours and passion you dedicated to this place in 8 years. I wish you all the best and I'm glad you are still around! :) Lots of love! <3
- ulalena
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Posted on: Wed May 25, 2016 3:38am
Thank you so much for all your work, may all your RL wishes come true! <3
We´ll miss you! ^-^
- Sno~
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Posted on: Wed May 25, 2016 3:48am
So long Eri! I wish you and Dew the best! <3
- Tyger
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Posted on: Wed May 25, 2016 5:10am
Booooo, real life, stop making it hard for sillygames funtimes!
But seriously, you've been great, and you'll be missed as an admin. Hope everything gets less stressful for you now, though!
- LaTiDa
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Posted on: Wed May 25, 2016 5:29am
There are no words for how much this saddens me. Thank you for your dedication to the site and for all you have done.
- Lyra
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Posted on: Wed May 25, 2016 5:42am
*crying 5ever*
- 3 Dumb Sloths
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Posted on: Wed May 25, 2016 7:08am
i love u eri ~UK
- Feuerqueen
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Posted on: Wed May 25, 2016 7:10am
Damn I cried. Even I never had direct contact to you. I cried. Best of luck for whatever you are up to! <3
- Shycat
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Posted on: Wed May 25, 2016 7:44am
Eriiiiiiiiii, nooooooo!! :(
Best wishes!
Posted on: Wed May 25, 2016 2:59am
I first joined when you were running the site for Slash, you were always a friendly and familiar face and still are to this day!
I wish you all the best with your future endeavours! And thank you for everything you've done for us!