Let's all take a moment to honor Devlyn Marie who has given a lot of herself to this site! Devlyn is retiring from moderation duties now but I hope she will stay so we may enjoy her humor and dedication for a long time. Thanks Dev for your service!
A huge thank you Devlyn, you've been absolutely amazing and I'm sure you will continue to be. Huge hugs.
Thanks Devlyn! Please stay around here somewhere. Love Ya! *giggles* *huggles*
I've only known you two days Devlyn, and don't know you too well, but as a part of the moderation staff, I must thank you for keeping rigid wonderful website running smoothly. Thanks so much to you, Devlyn, all all your fellow moderators.
Awwww this saddens me but thanks for everything Devlyn and I hope to still see you around the site! :) -HUGS-
Quote from: FA on October 12, 2013, 08:37:55 PM
Let's all take a moment to honor Devlyn Marie who has given a lot of herself to this site! Devlyn is retiring from moderation duties now but I hope she will stay so we may enjoy her humor and dedication for a long time. Thanks Dev for your service!
Don't start a thread with that! I was thinking the worst! ;) :laugh:
Devlyn, your moderation will be missed. On the bright side, you'll never win the Last Person to Post WINS now! Mua Ha Ha Ha! :icon_twisted:
*HUGS*Amy
Thanks for your love Devlyn Marie, I hope you're still here to share it and receive it. :icon_hug:
Now. . . where's the cake? Retirement party! !
(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1337.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fo665%2FLearnedHand1%2Fpinotgriswinecake_zps99a07a4d.jpg&hash=1694af3c8ce5ca73a7306c415729fa97d4702cb0) (http://s1337.photobucket.com/user/LearnedHand1/media/pinotgriswinecake_zps99a07a4d.jpg.html)
Edit: changed cake picture to one that seemed more Devlyn, I hope you still share your homemade wines in Cooking. :)
Quote from: LearnedHand on May 18, 1974, 09:36:20 PMEdit: changed cake picture to one that seemed more Devlyn
Both look delicious :p
You will be missed on Staff Devlyn, but do stay around.
Dear Devlyn,
First, let me say that I hope this was a decision that you reached on your own volition after deep consideration. If this is your choice, then I will stand by your decision.
Secondly, I would like to thank you for everything you have done. Most will talk about your service here as a moderator, which is obvious and meaningful, but I would like to focus on two personal memories I have of you.
There was a time when I doubted my ability to remain a positive force on this site. Many might think I was being silly or just complaining. Whatever the case was, you saw that I was in need of help and reached out. Not everything is public and for other people's eyes, but your positive messages and reinforcement truly meant something. I'm never one to believe in myself, so what you said to me did mean a lot. You always had you eye on me and for that I'm grateful.
The other memory I have of you was a recent event. Without intending to do so, you taught me a valuable lesson. Through your words and kind pms, you gave me an unintended lesson that I needed to have. What that lesson was will remain private, but I want you to know that you had a positive impact one me. Even though it may sound silly that something so miniscule could be profound, I truly believe your lesson will help me grow and become a better person both on this site and in life. That's a gift which I will always appreciate.
I'm really sad to see you go. I may have never met you in person, and our interactions on this site may have been terse, but you are a meaningful member to me. Some may think I'm crazy for saying these things, but I do see this as a family. I really do. You all were here for me when I needed you and we all try to do the same for others. Remember, families go through many thing together: we cry, we laugh, we fight, we understand and show compassion, we teach and guide, and we grow together. No matter the reasoning for this decision, please remember that there are people here who see you as family and no amount of infighting or grief can destroy that bond. With that in mind, I really hope you stay and remain.
Thank you. You are one of the people who make this place safe and special.
A huge thank you Devlyn for being who you are and all you have done for this site. Hope you still hang around some but please enjoy your retirement.
Izzy
Devlyn,
Thanks for everything that you do here! You will truly be missed as part of Staff!
Shana
Thanks everyone, for letting me get to know you, and for allowing me to help the site and the community. As many of you know, my moderation frequently consisted of a message asking you to edit yourself. In that respect, we are all moderators. We can all do our part to keep the site safe, comfortable, and supportive. Always take a moment to consider if your words will hurt someone else. You can always post your unvarnished opinions on a discussion site, but here we specialize in support.
I'll be sticking around, there is lots to be done here, even if you're not a Staff member. I don't mind answering the same questions every day, I don't mind supplying the same Wiki links every day. Signing up here and making that first post is a major step for many people. Having someone take your hand and welcome you here can make a major difference in someone's life.
Hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on October 13, 2013, 08:25:19 AM
Thanks everyone, for letting me get to know you, and for allowing me to help the site and the community. As many of you know, my moderation frequently consisted of a message asking you to edit yourself. In that respect, we are all moderators. We can all do our part to keep the site safe, comfortable, and supportive. Always take a moment to consider if your words will hurt someone else. You can always post your unvarnished opinions on a discussion site, but here we specialize in support.
I'll be sticking around, there is lots to be done here, even if you're not a Staff member. I don't mind answering the same questions every day, I don't mind supplying the same Wiki links every day. Signing up here and making that first post is a major step for many people. Having someone take your hand and welcome you here can make a major difference in someone's life.
Hugs, Devlyn
That's great! You're making me a happy panda! For a second I thought I was going to have to hunt you down, and you know how I feel about hunting, lol. Glad you are still here. :)
Thank you Devlyn, for helping make Susan's such a great place.
Thanks, Sis. You have helped more than you know.
Thanks Devlyn, I have great admiration for the work you and other moderators do to insure that this site really is about support. As the person I first exchanged with here, you however have a very special place for me and I'm very glad to know you are sticking around.
Bises
Donna
Thank you for everything you've done here, hon. I don't think I can even envision this place without you here. I'm glad you're staying around.
*extra big hug*
Donna, I remember it very well, you emailed me about a thread posted here. A simple request blossomed into friendship.
Sephirah, I have done little for this site compared to you. Without your wisdom, many of us would be lost.
Hugs, Devlyn
*watches Devlyn move into 'general population'...*
Ah well, that's it then....there goes the neighborhood.
;)
Welcome to the sane-ish side of Susan's, Devlyn!
Devlyn-
I've always appreciated your cheery posts and the thoughtful way you performed your moderator duties. I am glad that you are sticking around too :)
~Eva
And once again we get to say "thank you for your service" !!
You are a force for good, composure and patience and I consider myself one of your admirers. Glad you are sticking around........
Thanks, ladies! Your kind words mean a lot to me. I'd say that no matter what, because I don't want to jeopardize my ride in the Bethmobile! :laugh:
Thank you, Dev, for your service and support!
Hugs my Sister.
You know where I am.
Cindy
Thank you,who's going to pull me up about swearing & the Pope's attire now?
Constance, Cindy, and Kim, thank you.
Kim, I thought you liked the new Pope? <running away>
I know what a busy and dedicated moderator you have been Devlyn, so thank you for all that you've put in to the site. I hope you enjoy your retirement. :)
Sorry to see you leave the Mod Squad Devlyn, I started missing you being around awhile ago
Enjoy your Freedom :)
Best wishes
Hugs
V M
Thanks, Caleb and V M. I'm planning on giving the rocking chair a good workout! Hugs, Devlyn
BTW Dev, I love your new avatar. Red really suits you.
Thanks, ladies! Hugs, Devlyn
You are definitely rocking the red, Devlyn.
Thanks, hon!
I havent really seen devlyn marie to know her but I could feel that your an inspiration for many including me.
Thank you for your service to the community, Devlyn. Yours was one of the first voices I heard on joining this site, and I greatly look forward to hearing more from you! *hug*
Izzy and Robin, thank you, hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: Antonia J on October 12, 2013, 10:03:09 PM
Thank you. You are one of the people who make this place safe and special.
I agree 100% with Antonia. And Devlyn, I will personally miss you as well. *Hugs*
I'm not going anywhere, hon! Don't start missing me yet! Hugs, Devlyn
The red dress rocks!! 8)
Thank you so very much.
I'm glad to hear you are not leaving and that you are still here. You are wanted, needed, appreciated and loved.
Hugs,
Jen
Eva and Jen, thank you! Hugs, Devlyn
OMG...Devlyn, that red dress...Ooh la la!
You could turn heads and stop traffic around here cutie!
Love the hair and the girl that goes with it!
Beth and Tessa, thank you! Hugs, Devlyn
And it's not just the dress. The smile you have in this avatar seems so completely joyous!
Thanks, hon! I picked this photo exactly because I'm happy in it and it shows. My previous avatar was chosen because it reminded me of some very happy times in my life as well. Hugs, Devlyn
Mondo sexy, Devlyn.
Back at ya, gorgeous! Hugs, Devlyn :-*