Oh noes... I'm sorry to see you're leaving SG, the community won't be the same without you. Thanks so much for the bundle threads, such dedication was really appreciated. It was clearly a work of love. Thanks for sticking with us, you will be greatly missed, dear Rachel!
I guess that I lot of people here would say...
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Thanks for informing us about bundles! Loved those RaCharts!
Hope you enjoy your time off sg!
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It's sad to see you go. Your work has been of great help to our users and all the support members. Hopefully you will be able to come back after taking a break. In any case, stay awesome, Rachel!
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You will be deeply missed by me, I always looked forward to your charts and little tidbits of knowledge. Wherever life takes you I know you'll do amazing things and help countless people. THANK YOU!!!
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I always found your posts really helpful and I always thought you were a kind person to take the time out of your day to do all that. I use to be a person like that in a few other communities, but I had similar issues come up and I find myself reluctant to try again with the communities I am in now.
I'm sad we never truly got acquainted, but I'm happy you are taking steps to improving your life to be healthier. I can honestly say from experience it has helped me a lot. I wish you all the luck!
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Sorry, Rachel. I know how much it meant for you.
Thank you for everyone who contributed to this moment. Good job. I hope you are finally happy.
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Thank you for all the work that you brought to the community with rigorously and kindness ...
I am not present for a long time , but your threads have become indispensable in my bundle of purchase decision.
I really wish you lots of good things !
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You made the right decision. If you don't feel happy anymore being around here for whatever reasons, simply leave and turn your attention to other (more important) things. Although I must admit, your bundle threads will be missed for sure. I wish you all the best and thanks for having been such a wonderful member in the SG community.
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Nothing...NOTHING...that happens on the internet should affect your real life negatively.
If you can't figure out a way to not let it that happen, then it's definitely time to do something else. So if that's the case, you're making the right decision.
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This is pretty unfortunate news. Honestly, one of the things I have looked forward to on SteamGifts is reviewing the hard work you do in the forums, your threads weigh higher priority to me here than most anything else, & your consistency and professionalism cannot be matched. It will truly be different without you here.
Although, I can understand if you're ready to take a leave from all the work you have done here, all without asking for anything in return. You've been an amazing part of the community. I wish you all the best in the future, and hope things turn around for the better.
Take care and stay positive :-)
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Thanks for all of your help/contributions on the forums. You've been a welcome part of the community and we'll of course have our arms open wide should you wish to return. Taking care of your mental health is by far the biggest priority, so kudos to you for taking a step back from the negative. Wishing you all the best. x
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Thanks Rachel for all your hard work. I don't know you personally but your bundle lists have always been useful to me.
I hope you will return back to steamgifts someday!
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We may not know each other that well or at all, but I want you to know how much you've helped me become aware of such amazing games/bundles! It means a whole lot! I know the feeling of what you're going through (I've experienced and still experiencing the same kind of things) and I hope everything works out for you. We'll always be here to support you, yo! <3
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Well thanks for all you have done and you have to do what is best for you so good luck in what you and and good luck moving forward with life and enjoy!!
You will be missed...
I get it,i to have come across the love/hate hence why i am on blacklist just because someone did not agree with my opinion and those who have whitelisted me because i have shared them or helped them.I though have to agree that some of the stuff that is said and goes on makes me sometimes guess why i am here hence why i am not as active.I have been a member of a lot of forums and sites over the years and a few times a mod and a lot has changed since then some good but i found most of it being bad.
At one time the biggest thing i use to deal with on sites and forums was mostly spammers and once in awhile the random idiot they would get banned right off the bat.Rules are made to be enforced not a 3 strike system.If the person can not even be bothered to read a basic F.A.Q. they should be be without 3 strikes for fake GA's
it allows them to win games while breaking rules because they fail to learn or read them.You can not tell a cop that your lack of knowing the speed limit and reading the signs is a viable reason to break the law/rules instead we make excuses of how they might not understand or we post banter or call the blind or stupid for not reading them or just blacklisting them and so on.Which makes us no better then the ones who failed to read the rules/f.a.q.
It should just be common sense to read rules before joining something.I mean i would not join a competition then bitch later because i won but was barred form said prize because i failed to read any rules and find out i did not qualify say because i am outside the region or violates some law.
In the end i think this site needs more moderation and refined rules and the spamming and the constant need to post off topic or silly meme's and rude post have gotten out of hand so i can see why you would want to leave and do not blame you.
I know this may get me on more blacklist or i may not either way i will go on with my life so i wish you the best Rachel and thanks for all you have done.
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I give you a big +1 for that statement. nice said :)
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Thank you for everything, I really appreciate the bundle threads you made.
Take care and good luck!
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I didn't know that rachellove was a target for so much hate, that's a pity. Thanks for all your hard work and as a fellow volunteer I understand you pretty well. Take some time and stay strong. <3
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This is sad, especially you are the one who has done a great thing like this so far. I wish you all the best and hopefully, the community will keep your bundle threads rolling.
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I have no idea why people would target hate at you. You were so helpful with all your threads. You never did anything wrong... I'm very sorry to here that.
I hope you enjoy your life, and maybe one day return to us. <3
Tuesdays won't be the same without you. :(
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Just 3 words: Thank you Rachellove ❤️ :'(
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That sucks :(
Best of luck, and hope you decide to return when both your personal life, and the people here, calm down :)
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I understand your choice and iam a bit sad, because without your Threads of ongoing Bundles i never knew about.
i always checked the discussions and your threads for whats going on with bundles.
but as i said i can understand your decision and hope for you that you find something else you like to do.
Maybe someday you come back. i decieded to quit making music and productions a year ago and now iam back in more than before hehe :)
Have a good Future Rachel. Bye :)
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"Thank you for showing me what a family of online community members is."
That's exactly what we are Rachel! I can guarantee you the vast majority of forum users here love and appreciate the work you put into making those threads. Don't let the minority discourage you! I wish you nothing but the best and I hope you excel in the remaining of your school and exceed in life! We will miss you!
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September 9th, 2016
This won't be a traditional bundle thread with charts...
And this might be sudden and new...
But I have decided to leave Steam Gifts.
You might be asking... why? Or you might be feeling happy / confused /sad / etc.
I joined SG a year ago and I absolutely loved it. It brings me a lot of joy being able to assist others. I devote a lot of my life towards volunteer-work and meeting new people, and the past year that I've been on SG has given me the chance to reach out to people across the world through a virtual platform and a love for gaming, good deals, and friendship.
But ... I have been thinking a lot lately... and I believe it would be best for my well-being to leave Steam Gifts and move on to other opportunities.
Steam Gifts has brought me a lot of happiness and friendships, but as of lately, there has also been a lot of negativity, hatred, and criticism.
You might say that this is normal, that life is full of good and bad. That I must grow up, not take things so personally, and face reality, that I can't please everyone and be liked by everyone. That there are haters, friends, lovers, and acquaintances.
I understand that completely. It is not the criticism that has made me decide to leave. But at this time being, this isn't a very healthy environment me to remain in. I have found much support here, but it also has brought me many painful feelings and loss. Lately, much has been weighing on my in my personal life, and it has been hard for me to become more involved on Steam Gifts knowing that I may be facing more opposition and negativity. Many of whom I considered friends have turned their backs on me; and the ongoing hostility in so many areas here has made me reconsider my place here on Steam Gifts. I have placed a lot of value on the friendships and the work that I've helped contribute to here. Because I value the people here very much, I also feel a great deal of pain and hurt.
But, I am not bitter for the experiences I've had. I will cherish all the memories and friends I've made.
I never posted charts and announcements for attention.
I never wanted to take "reign" or "control" Steamgifts. And I never have meant to come off as superficial, aggressive, or that I wanted control of anything. Over time though, it seemed that people felt that was the case. And although there are many of you who still do see the value in my work and my efforts (efforts and time and energy that I want to spend on all of you because I CARE, not because I want to be the spotlight or center of attention), I have become weary and a bit broken by the other side of the story, a darkness that continues to grow despite everything.
I am not asking for any pity, or attention, and I do not post this in order to make people feel bad or sorry for me. All I want is for everyone to be happy, healthy, and friendly.
I thank all of you who still believe in me and consider me a good person. Thank you for being patient, kind, considerate, and supportive. Thank you for showing me what a family of online community members is. Thank you for filling my days with fun, laughter, smiles, and good conversations. Thank you for being here for me and a place for me to be myself and share my personality and my desire to help all of you. Thank you for accepting me as "Rachellove" and as an individual. Thank you for trusting me to post bundles and letting me know of them as well.
I am sorry to leave all of you, but I want each and every one of you all to know that I do still care about you and consider you a family.
Thank you again for allowing me to have a presence in your lives. It has been a great honor to serve all of you and to have been a point of trust at some point or the other by allowing me to create these bundle threads and being myself. I appreciate all the love, concern, and friendship that you have shown me. I will never forget those who I have met here and have become close to.
May you all find joy, good health, and success in your lives. That is all I ask in return, and that would make me most at ease and happy knowing the people I care about are doing well.
Please Note:
It is not the stress or overwhelming work of thread-making that has informed my decision to leave. I make time to do these threads, and they really don't stress me out.
Many people have offered to help me before, to which I have accepted. I do not work alone. I have had many of you help me with charts, help me with errors, help with hints, etc. I want to thank all of you for keeping me informed, updated, and on my toes. My life has always been busy, but I have tried to make time for these threads and I take pride in being able to help others, as well as being trusted to be a helper.
I will not be maintaining any remaining bundle threads that I have made, including the Master List of Ongoing Bundles - w/ RaCharts™. However, I trust that many wonderful people after me will be willing to continue to help with bundle threads and make beautiful charts to help all of you in your bundle / game puchasing.
I will leave this thread up, but I won't be actively responding to any messages or comments. If you could, I would appreciate if you also do not message me on Steam as well. I know this might sound a bit harsh, but this has been a hard decision to make, and I ask for some privacy at this time. Thank you ❤
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