Wow…I can’t believe the forums are being closed down in just a few days. It kind of feels unreal. And I wouldn’t have even
known
if I hadn’t come here on the off-chance to have a look. (that was a close one. Too close.)
I just have a few main things I want to say while it’s still up:
First of all: I can’t believe I lost track of time so badly that the last time I even posted in these forums was almost 6 years ago. That’s honestly a little horrifying. I also feel really bad now because I didn’t realize the forums were still as active as they have been, and I wish I’d at least remembered to check in every now and then. Even if I hadn’t RPed it probably would’ve been good to stay in touch more.
Second, I’m surprised and quite touched that I made an appearance in this, especially since I was only really regularly active for a few years. Speaking of which, I can’t believe I didn’t even see this thread before, it was posted several years before the last time I was on here. So, this is very belated. But thank you!
Lastly, Reading some of the messages from people on here and the discussion thread lately, it’s clear that my own story doesn’t carry quite the same emotional weight as some, but I would still like to say a few words.
This place and community was very important to me as a teen and young adult. I remember when I first found out about this place, and that post based roleplaying was a thing. It seems silly now but honestly for literal child (teen) me it was kind of mind blowing at the time. Like people can just write stories together? Where they play as the characters at the same time? I can still recall that little spark of excitement I felt when there was a new post from a fellow player or new RP that I wanted to join.
I’ve definitely been guilty of drifting away in the past few years, but if people are thinking of meeting up on another platform as it sounds like some are, I’d love to get back in touch.
20-Jan-2024 14:16:55
