stevecurious 42059 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Where to begin? What to say and how do I go about saying it correctly? I have always been one to get to the point so I might as well hurry up and get there. I am leaving Cerb and I just wanted to say thank you and goodbye. The reasons for my departure are not even entirely clear to me but I just know that it is time to go (at least for now). I am not the same man that I was when I first logged and chose my handle almost three years ago. I thought I needed time away in the past and I took it but to no avail. So today I have finally come to the decision to walk away and give (hobby) retirement a go. Some of you may have noticed that I hardly post anymore, I haven't written a reco. in months and I have gone into virtual hiding...almost lurking. This is not the person I actually am and if I can not enjoy something that is by its very nature fun and exciting then what is the point? I have met some wonderful ladies, had some amazing conversations and unfortunately had an argument or two but such is life. One can't experience the highs without having experienced the lows to contrast them to. So, once this thread is created and posted I will have some last minute housekeeping to do on my profile, copying of email addresses, messages to be sent and things of that sort. Followed by my resignation from Cerbs Town Council...yes I was on council since its inception AND I enjoyed my time there. Sadly I believe that is one reason why I must say goodbye. I found myself being less and less concerned with hobbying and more worried about "Council" stuff. Guess I forgot the main reason I was here was to make friends and "shag." Ha ha. Please don't get me wrong Mod and the other councilors are fantastic and I was honored that Mod chose me but...well...it's no longer for me. As I said the remaining Council all have the best interests of the board at heart so you should all be secure in that! Well as I said all good things must come to an end and so too does my message. Thank you one and all for making my Cerb life happy and enjoyable. To those of you who I have met thank you for allowing me to bask in your company. To those who I didn't meet, for whatever reason, all I can say is "guess it is my loss." To Katherine, Isabella and Penelope a special thanks for...well just being the ladies who you are. I have enjoyed our friendship and who knows possibly our paths will cross again if I pick up my hobby again in the future (which is always possible). Thank you all and take care of yourselves and each other. One last goodbye from Fenway Park... 12 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest W***ledi*Time Report post Posted December 14, 2011 I'm sad to see you go, Steve. Thank-you for your contributions, and your work on Cerb's behalf. All the best to you, my friend! You'll always know where to find us, just in case! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyofHalifax 15339 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Sad to see you going Steve. I always appreciated your posts and contributions to the board, especially from a Maritimes perspective. That said, I'll cue up "Dirty Water" and play you out properly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cometman 35115 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Almost 2000 posts.......a lot of selfless time spent here. Congrats and enjoy retirement, bud. Internet burnout is a very real malady and it's hard to kick the habit. Check out the world....there's another mountain out there for you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spud271 47779 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Good luck Steve with all your future endeavors, I hope they bring you everything you are looking for out of life. You will be greatly missed by everyone in our community. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roamingguy 300292 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Sad to see you go, but wish you nothing but the best for your future And if you should chose to come back, you will be welcome here Take care RG Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
silverado17 12689 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 goodluck steve in what ever your doing cerb will miss you Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EmilyRushton 253372 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Best of luck with everything and take care of yourself, you will be missed as a friend. Take care xoxo Emily Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Areez 11906 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 All the best in your future journey steve! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kate von Katz 49953 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Sometimes ya just gotta move on. I do it all the time - drift in and out of stuff. We'll be here if you come back, and if not, I'm sure you'll be off having a great time! Happy trails and may the wind always be at your back, and all those other cliches. ;-P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Winnipegcub 21293 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 There are only a few good men. And at times even they must move on to new interests and passions. But their influence isn't forgotten and they are always needed and welcomed home! Cub Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Dog 179138 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Great knowing you Steve and it was and is a pleasure to call you my friend. If you stay away, all the best... but if you come back, we will keep a seat warm... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeeRichards 177238 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Best of luck Steve ! I have watched a couple games at Fenway.... Clemens and Big Mo era .... Funny thing is as Cerb goes...I now would see a highlight on TV or a Sox logo and sometimes you would come to mind. You had a bigger presence than most likely you thought and were very very respected and appreciated here. Take Care and hey.....Go Sox Go !! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shymale 10234 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 sad to see you go, you are a very respected member of cerb. best wishes for your'e future. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xmy556 6095 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Hey Steve, all the best, you gotta know that you made your contribution, and we were all better for it.. ... and only you can say when its time to stay or time to go... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Surf_Nazis_Must_Die 8958 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 I wish you nothing but the best, and hope you find happiness wherever life may take you Steve. Cerb is losing a great asset in you! goodbye and good luck, good sir :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrrnice2 157005 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Steve. I want to wish you all the best along the way from here. You were one of the very first to welcome me to Cerb and you have been a great presence here for me and many others. For the time being, Cerb is losing a valued and respected member. It has been nice to see your Maritime presence on the boards. Know with certainty that you will be welcomed back at any time, if and when the time becomes right for you. We tended to have a lot of common ground, you and I, but you fought a losing battle when those Sox kept coming up on your profile and avatar and in your words. LOL Take Care my friend. Thank YOU for your help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kubrickfan 12836 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Thanks for all your contributions and I know exactly how you feel. Best wishes and good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PistolPete 61421 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 All the very best Steve !! Thanks for everything you had done here on this board. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NotchJohnson 214123 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Good luck Steve, hope you find what you were looking for. The Cerb's bunch will miss you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
omehgosh 736 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Sorry to see you go steve! I always enjoyed reading what you had to say. Best of luck to you wherever you end up. :smile: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ottawaadventurer 5114 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Steve - enjoy this next chapter of your life. But don't ever stop being curious! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikkismitty 197 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 Good luck Steve. Your posts will definitely be missed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
April Dawn 12207 Report post Posted December 14, 2011 *sad face* I will really miss your posts and presence. Good luck! Posted via Mobile Device Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phaedrus 209521 Report post Posted December 15, 2011 All good things have to come to an end, I suppose. We'll miss you, Steve. All the best for whatever you get interested in now... and hope to see you back with recharged batteries someday :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
