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Posted: October 19, 2009 02:04 am  | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
      IRC Nickname: Owennnn Group: Emeritus Posts: 1447 Member No.: 37 Joined: December 30, 2007 Total Events Attended: 55    | This is gonna be a pretty long post, so if you wanna scroll down to post "First" feel free, as long as you come back and read afterwards. I do not make this decision lightly, and I wouldn't do it if I wasn't 100% sure, so do not try and convince me to change my mind. I'll ask that you respect my decision based on the reasons I am going to give. It's finally time for me to break the cord completely, this is not a request for emeritus, this is a full on goodbye, as in, you will probably never hear from me again. Firstly, I realise I have not been the Event Leader you expected, deserved or needed, and for this I can only apologise. I came out of retirement a few months ago, and started strong. I thought I could maintain this indefinitely as well as take on the responsibilities of being Staff; I couldn't, and the only people that suffered were you. Ludo/Sooth, I want to apologise wholeheartedly, I denied you this opportunity, and I wasted it, I'm sorry. My life since graduating has been nothing short of depressing, I have no job, no money, and at the moment, no prospects. WG provided me a security blanket, and I wrapped myself up in it and wasted alot of opportunities. The only way I can put myself on the right track is to unwrap from the blanket and get out and make the opportunities for myself, instead of expecting them to come to me, and wasting them when they do. In 6 months I'm hoping to be on track to fulfilling my dream, but only if I'm proactive, and this starts now. I'm 21, I'm not a 17 year old student any more like I was when I joined, I am an adult and I need to start acting like one. Step one, no more RuneScape, this is the easy part, the hard part is no more WG. This is not the usual retirement to emeritus and attending Wars where I can. This is ex-member, guest, whatever, and not visiting the forums any more. This is complete and utter seperation from a haven I've had for over 4 years now. I've been on and off seing someone for about 18 months now, but I think things are finally starting to get serious, and this is inspiring me to try and make something of myself, so that the girl I'm seeing get's what she deserves, because at the moment, she deserves better than I am and can give her. I guess that really concludes my reasons, I suppose you could say I've outgrown WG, but that wouldn't be accurate. WG has been something I've been around for over 4 years, and although it may be hard, ultimately a clean break is the best way to end it. I believe it is the best thing for both WG and myself if I am no longer around it. Do not take this personally, it is not the members that I am getting away from, it is the position it puts my real life in; it's hard to describe, but I know what I mean. I'm only going to give a few shoutouts, but if you really want one, just say and I'll edit it in during my 3 days. Steve - We've been friends for years now, and I'm glad I know you, you're a great guy, you're good for this clan, and I wish you luck with your life. George - We've disagreed on things, we've agreed on things, we've given each other advice on a countless topics, you're an amazing leader for this clan, and I know that someday you'll be an amazing leader of something more real. Lee Cable - Over the past few months we've become better and better mates, and I'm glad we did, I'll miss you. Gene - It's always been an honour to be a member of your clan, and be around it when I wasn't a member. I'm so glad I got to meet you at the second IRL meeting, and whenever I see this photo of us I'll always remember the great time we had then, and the great times we've had in this clan.  JC - We've also got closer over the past few months, and it's an honour to call you my friend, have fun at university and good luck in life. That's all for now, but if you really want a shoutout, just ask. I'm sorry to leave you like this, but I hope whoever replaces me as Event Leader does a better job than I did, because you deserve it. This is Bassism, saying goodbye, for good. September 2005 - October 2009, no matter my location, WG at heart. Thankyou ~Owen  -------------------- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 02:11 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: Darth Group: Ex-Member Posts: 4601 Member No.: 838 Joined: June 12, 2008 Total Events Attended: 558 | Fuck. --------------------  | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 02:19 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: [JC] Group: Emeritus Posts: 3320 Member No.: 23 Joined: December 30, 2007 Total Events Attended: 147 | Wow, this is very shocking news, and really gutting  I can understand where you're coming from though, I've had a few events over the last few months that have made me re-think my position on runescape and like you I realise that playing runescape and being successful after university are not two things that go together, and like you I will probably be quitting after it's all over. It's been great talking to you over the last few weeks/months Owen, hell, if I lived like.... less than 12,000 miles from you I would be keen to catch up and grab a beer sometime  Maybe oneday when I'm on my OE.I'll try to catch you on IRC sometime before your 3 days are up, but otherwise, Good luck with your goals Owen, I'm sure you'll do well with whatever you decide to do. ~JC --------------------  Old awards wat Most Mature & Most Honourable Most Dedicated|IRC Freak|Best Emeritus Placeholder lolz | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 02:20 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: Buzzard1985 Group: Emeritus Posts: 817 Member No.: 723 Joined: May 30, 2008 Total Events Attended: 52 | Kind.. of.. unexpected? Wow.. /shock. Owen, I'm not going to try to change your mind because this is something that we'll all have to do at some point. You will always be a great member of WG, and your name will always be part of WG. I hope that you succeed in life and get a job and achieve your goals and dreams, good luck with your girlfriend I hope it turns out good for you. In 10 years you'll probably forget about this game and about WG, but remember the friends you made outside the game, that is what is more important, so don't think your letting us down here. Best of luck man, hope everything works out for you. Be good! ~Buzz --------------------  - [99 / 99 Woodcutting] - [85 / 99 Fletching] - [82 / 99 Fishing] - - [14 / 24 Skills 70+] - | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 02:29 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: Samurai-JM Group: Emeritus Posts: 3204 Member No.: 117 Joined: January 11, 2008 Total Events Attended: 8 | u were always one of the fun ones, cya around dude -------------------- -=}¤- Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici -¤{=-  W I N N I N G | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 02:31 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: DyIan Group: Emeritus Posts: 1205 Member No.: 1638 Joined: January 15, 2009 Total Events Attended: 107 | Real life > Virual world. Good luck with your future and work hard to start the roots for a successfull life. --------------------   | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 02:33 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| IRC Nickname: Group: Elite Guardian Posts: 7306 Member No.: 47 Joined: December 30, 2007 Total Events Attended: 343 | Understandable good luck with life Owen Come back once and awhile so we can yell at Lee k?  -------------------- July 5, 2007 - June 27, 2011 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 02:39 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: Dnovelta Group: Emeritus Posts: 2750 Member No.: 130 Joined: January 20, 2008 Total Events Attended: 137 | Damn Owen...blows...but very understandable. I'm basically in the same sort of situation. --------------------   | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 02:54 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: DG_Keanu Group: Council Posts: 4782 Member No.: 2033 Joined: August 25, 2009 Total Events Attended: 173 | I myself know what it's like when you come back strong, ready to take up a high rank and give it all you got and it doesn't really work out... it does require a lot of dedication and effort and takes a lot out of you, but whatever the outcome, the main thing is you should know you tried your best. I haven't had the honour to attend any of your own events but from what I've heard around the clan, what you did was good and you've made a positive and helpful contribution to WG - which is really something to be proud of. The blanket we wrap ourselves in to keep us safe and warm, whatever it may be; there will always be a time when we have to take it off, get out of bed and explore the world outside. It's not an easy task... I dread the day when I have to leave WG myself, but you're young at 21 with your whole life ahead of you (And you've got a girl, which is always a good start  )Just be glad for all the good times you've had in the past, and get ready for the better ones to come. In times of need, WG will always (very much hopefully) be here... so I wish you all the best out there in the real world and with whatever you decide to do with it. You've been a great and supportive friend to me... so good luck Owen  --------------------  [05:42] <+WG_Keanu> I think I got a semi just looking at the pic [05:42] <%kat> same | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 02:59 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| IRC Nickname: Chad124 Group: Ex-Member Posts: 193 Member No.: 1966 Joined: July 20, 2009 Total Events Attended: 9 | Wow this is like a mirror image of why I quit WG/RS. I just graduated high school, it's been close to 5 months and I have no job and no money. I totally understand how you feel, RS kind of held me back from the things I really wanted to pursue in life and prevented me from going out there and accomplishing things. Good for you man. <3 Owen. -------------------- 99 Attack 99 Strength 99 Defense 99 HP 99 Range 99 Mage 95 Prayer Proud Ex WG Raid Leader, Ex ZF, Ex ST, and Ex EH. Retired from RS. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 03:27 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: Havochaha Group: Ex-Member Posts: 2257 Member No.: 106 Joined: January 5, 2008 Total Events Attended: 113 | Fucker one of the few people i actually post on in their goodbyes... -------------------- Havochaha Perm Banned Oct 1st 2009 Havochaha Unbanned February 13th 2011  http://www.erepublik.com/en/referrer/Omar+Dandan How to Make 10m an Hour | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 04:29 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: Kiwi011 Group: Emeritus Posts: 3052 Member No.: 40 Joined: December 30, 2007 Total Events Attended: 21 | Owen,I don't know what to say, you have been here forever. To put it simply, you are one of the best members this clan has ever had, and you will be missed. Good luck in life, I hope somewhere down the road when you get life back on track, you come and say "Hi" again. Goodbye =( Good luck on getting a job, and making something of yourself man. --------------------  | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 05:34 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: leecable Group: Banned Posts: 1938 Member No.: 410 Joined: April 1, 2008 Total Events Attended: 178 | Shit me, well wasnt expecting this on a monday morning at 6am. Woke me up completely. Well Owen, I will still have you on facebook, and I sure as hell will miss you tons. We WILL go for that beer, no matter what. Even if it means hunting your scrawny little ass down. Good luck. Hotel WG is still open for you  x--------------------    | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 05:55 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: Vephy Group: Elite Guardian Posts: 6186 Member No.: 813 Joined: June 10, 2008 Total Events Attended: 478 | Sad you are leaving, but totally makes sense after reading what is going on in you're life. I wish you best of luck. Don't regret not being as great an event leader as you could be. Sorry I never made it to your Monday event. I'm sure you will do well in real life. --------------------   | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 07:54 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| IRC Nickname: Owennnn Group: Emeritus Posts: 1447 Member No.: 37 Joined: December 30, 2007 Total Events Attended: 55 |  Sold everything of value, that was it. -------------------- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 08:05 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: Mtoise Group: Ex-Member Posts: 715 Member No.: 1691 Joined: February 5, 2009 Total Events Attended: 60 | Owen Is that Saltburn or Redcar Beach? Gonna miss you bro Must meet for a few drinks my friend! -------------------- "Do not believe everything that is written on the internet; for it may just be a bag of lies" - George Washington 1873 - On the long winding road to 99 slayer. 98 to 99 Slay without killing a thing. 22/28 effigy's PM me if you can assist Construction Effigy's | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 08:08 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| IRC Nickname: Owennnn Group: Emeritus Posts: 1447 Member No.: 37 Joined: December 30, 2007 Total Events Attended: 55 |
Haha, that's Tynemouth. Neither Saltburn or Redcar EVER look that good. -------------------- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 08:29 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| IRC Nickname: Mtoise Group: Ex-Member Posts: 715 Member No.: 1691 Joined: February 5, 2009 Total Events Attended: 60 |
You ventured up there  Blasphemy! -------------------- "Do not believe everything that is written on the internet; for it may just be a bag of lies" - George Washington 1873 - On the long winding road to 99 slayer. 98 to 99 Slay without killing a thing. 22/28 effigy's PM me if you can assist Construction Effigy's | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 09:58 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: fbi3255 Group: Emeritus Posts: 800 Member No.: 1776 Joined: March 21, 2009 Total Events Attended: 143 | sorry to here mate but i respect ur decision bye. --------------------   | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 IRC Nickname: rachellove Group: Council Posts: 6955 Member No.: 173 Joined: January 31, 2008 Total Events Attended: 305 | Owen, I wish you the best in real life. You will be able to do amazing things and maybe someday stop by and tell us what they are. Truly you have had a positive impact on many people. Remember sometimes even the adventures we see as not successful have merit. We learn from every experience. Set your goals in life and I'm sure you will fulfill them. Good Luck. Rachy --------------------  Thank you Garrett and Dallar. “The day soldiers stop bringing you their problems is the day you have stopped leading them. They have either lost confidence that you can help them or concluded that you do not care. Either case is a failure of leadership.” ~~Colin Powell ~~  | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 01:17 pm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: Sgtswordfish Group: Guest Posts: 1737 Member No.: 1758 Joined: March 9, 2009 Total Events Attended: 64 | benjaming franklin has a quote that is quite interesting the human race dies at the age of 20 but is burried at 67. witht that in mind. the fact that you've come back to life is a great thing. more importantly is the conviction by which you set forth such a goal. to wake up every morning with a purpose in your heart and the dream in each stride. i do wonder what your dream is? to your success.... sgtswordfish --------------------  Goals 2011  | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 01:55 pm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 IRC Nickname: Group: Ex-Member Posts: 201 Member No.: 1646 Joined: January 18, 2009 Total Events Attended: 6 | Owen while I know it is actually easier to have a clean cut from WG and never return, you will be missing something big if you totally depart from the community. Would it not perhaps serve you better to learn to control it and agree that you will never touch RS but that you will allow yourself to be on IRC for a little bit every day? I know the community values you, and while no one will fault you for bailing from RS like thousands have, I believe you can still be a part of the community here. -------------------- RSC Moderator  Originally Joined WG August 19, 2005  | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Posted: October 19, 2009 02:22 pm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| IRC Nickname: markenzie1 Group: Emeritus Posts: 790 Member No.: 2004 Joined: August 9, 2009 Total Events Attended: 180 | =((((( nothing more to be said --------------------   | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 IRC Nickname: Gusmighster Group: Emeritus Posts: 1360 Member No.: 46 Joined: December 30, 2007 Total Events Attended: 67 | Good luck mate. Would love to see where you are a couple years down the line. Enjoy yourself! --------------------  | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 IRC Nickname: ThisIsUnique Group: Ex-Member Posts: 1664 Member No.: 1417 Joined: October 30, 2008 Total Events Attended: 141 | Wow, so suprising I might have been an ass to you sometimes but it wasn't meant like that. You're an epic person and I won't forget you. Best luck in real life! --------------------   | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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