Busy lately, wont be around much.

[esplin]

Dameg: i adore you, ill be on msn to chat and if you pm me ill always respond.  Rich: ill be on raf everday to mod/adminize things its the social aspect of raf im departing from.  Raf is no longer my ehome away from home, my hobbies have changed (mtg ftw!), my dearest friends have departed ages ago, and theres too much animosity (spelling?) toward me and others for me to enjoy posting and such.  The part that really scares me is the negativity is contagious.  It starts in one spot, spreads to another and grows.  Im not free of guilt here, ive let myself be involved in some of this.  Truthful statement (like it or not):  The forum is a shadow of what it used to be.  So im not sticking around.

[Nomad Frog]

.....*pouty lip* but...but...but.... :'(

[DinosaurNothlit]

Raf is no longer my ehome away from home, my hobbies have changed (mtg ftw!), my dearest friends have departed ages ago, and theres too much animosity (spelling?) toward me and others for me to enjoy posting and such.  The part that really scares me is the negativity is contagious.  It starts in one spot, spreads to another and grows.  Im not free of guilt here, ive let myself be involved in some of this.  Truthful statement (like it or not):  The forum is a shadow of what it used to be.  So im not sticking around.

If RAF has really come to that (and if it has, I've somehow escaped noticing it), then it's probably because of wonderful people like you that keep leaving!  :'(

I understand needing a break, though.  Just don't leave forever, okay?

[esplin]

RAF is the best animorphs forum, but the worst social networking site. I doubt i can leave forever but a good break is much needed.  Thanks for the support dino.

[Darth Revan]

Dude, why? (I realize the reasons above, I just wanted to show my opposition in a single word, though seeing this long explanation just defeated its purpose, you can ignore the previous statement. )

I can understand your points, life gets in the way of fun. And losing friends is never a fun time. Those that used to always have your back are no longer around to balance the public view, I get that. I just hope you don't leave the social aspect forever.

I'll miss ya, bro!

[esplin]

.....*pouty lip* but...but...but.... :'(

Dont worry! I can join you where ever youve gotten to

Spartan: I was hoping to actually take a leaf out of richards book...

[Darth Revan]

Ah, becoming the mysterious admin that grants his presence? Sweet.

We need more "cool" admins.

But will you still be around for RAFparty?  *single tear*

[Dameg]

Truthful statement (like it or not):  The forum is a shadow of what it used to be.  So im not sticking around.

I agree...

And sometimes, if you see me on MSN, you can come and talk to me, ok? And don't leave without saying "goodbye" please ;_;

[Phoenix004]

The main reason this forum is the great place we know is because of the people. There will always be good people here, but it's not the same when people leave. I get that you need a break but the whole forum will suffer if you actually leave.

[esplin]

Well i am busy too, biology is killer :/ and jaaaa ill make rafparty and dont worry dameg i promise ill msn you :]

[Darth Revan]

Yes! Yay for RAFparty!!!!

I hope you succeed in your ventures during your postal hiatus!

*salutes*

[Horsefan1023 (Seal)]

Oh, but Russ...those who leave never truly leave.  They've always left their mark.

RAF might be a shadow of its former self but for those who still call it ehome its unfair to see one of the best members leave.

Not that I'm accusing you...but please think about it.

The mantra:  Once a RAFian...always a RAFian.

[esplin]

Im sorry seallll :[ im just kinda moving on. 

[Phoenix004]

Not if we have anything to do with it, lol.

[DinosaurNothlit]

I'm glad to hear you'll at least be sticking around for the RAFparty.  It just wouldn't be a RAFparty without you.