Oh hey, I'm old

[Celestial]

((Note: I'm typing this up one day early because I'm heading off to uni tomorrow and I'm not sure about the internet situation there. I didn't want to miss out on this. Plus it's September 17th already here so there. =P))

Well, I'm an old NTWF fogey. Gosh, I cannot believe it's been this long. It feels like I've always been here, posting away. Around 21 posts a day, I've done, according to calculations. And whether it was a good post or a bad post or a mundane post, I really enjoyed it. I've only grown to love this place and the people that make up it more and more as the years drift by.

I can honestly say without exaggeration that you've made me what I am today. Without the influence of the NTWF, I would never have taken up writing, I would never have gotten into anime, I would never have found TV Tropes or discovered the joy of webcomics. My eyes have been opened to so many new things, things I never would have tried if it wasn't for everone here.

Because of this forum, I have developed a persona. Yes, it's the persona of an evil overlord but let me finish. I know who I am, what I like and what I want to move on to from that. I'm a melancholy person, I will admit it and I frequently have bouts of feelings of worthlessness. But you always manage to bring me back, just by being there and by talking to me.

And last but not least, all the people I met here are the best part. I doubt I would be where I am now if it wasn't for you all since it's likely I would have drowned in melancholy long ago. You guys...I don't even know how to describe what I feel about you other than to say I love you. I've grown attached to the friends I have here and even the people I know of in passing or admire. Yes, even you there. I don't know what I would do without you all. You've helped me through many depressive episodes, you've rejoiced with me over so many good times, you've laughed with me, you're admired with me and you've given me so much that I doubt I can even begin to repay the debt. All I can do is say this:

Thank you

As long as this forum exists and people like you lot frequent it, there is hope for humanity yet. <3 That's a fact.

And now, with all that sap and love out of the way, who wants tea, ice cream, cookies and cake? ^_^ Help yourself, it's a celebration! As long as you young whippersnappers stay off my lawn because my death ray needs to be fired and my genetic abomination needs excercise!

[Ginz ❤]

Oh, Celes, we are so lucky to have you here! <3 You are a wonderful person and friend, and you've definitely make a difference and helped define what this forum is today - I love you. We love you. <3

Congrats on your NTWFversary and to many more years! =D *eats a slice of cake*

[Terra]

=DDD Congrats, Celes!

[Lizzie]

Oh, man, you old person! *frolics on your lawn* Gotta get it in while I can, man.

Congrats, Celes. <3 Here's to 459840583405 more fogeyships!

[Tam]

*melts into the sap puddle* <333 Celes, you're just incredible. I know we don't talk that much, but I love reading your posts and admiring your writing and and squeeing over your art whenever I get the chance. xD You're talented and clever and unique and I am so glad we've all been able to follow you on your journey to become the person you are today. Congrats on 4 years, and thank you for being a part of this community for so long! You are a sizeable chunk of why it's just so awesome. <3

Onwards to 8 now, y/n? =D

[Deleted]

*kisses and cuddles* Tanks for being awesome. Have a great time at uni, okay? *hops into your bag and curls up with your clothes*

[Dju]

Awweee, Master Celestial!

That's so sweet, I hope you have an epic awesome time at uni! <3

[PFA]

Yay Celes! We've been glad to have you here this whole time, as you're an awesome and wonderful person. <3 Here's to many more!

[Jayeee]

Hooray, Celes! =D
Congratulations!! ^_^

[Alyssa]

Wowww congrats, Celes =D

and we're all glad you're here.
You're awesome *hugs*

*noms ice cream and tea and cookies and cake* thankee owo

[Kathleen]

Oh, Celes, congrats, you old fogey! <333 I remember when I first met you as a wee newbie (er, that is, I was the wee newfolk), and I can't imagine the forum without you, your awesomness and kindness and talent infiltrating everything. Here's to many, many more years. ^_^ Have fun at university!

[Tiger]

Happy NTWF-versary, Celes ^^ We're so happy to have you here, and welcome to the club of Old Fogeys! Here's to many more years of Celestial-ness on this forum ^^

Have fun at uni, I hope it'll be as awesome as you are =)

[Usikustars]

*Applauds* Congrates Celes on your fourth year here! That's almost how long I've been playing neopets! (Yes, I said that just to make you feel even older.... bwahahaha....) >

And you are very welcome.

[Char]

You have a death ray?? I don't suppose you would 8e willing to part with it, would you? Only for a little 8it?


PS: Congratulations, love. <3

[Celestial]

<333 Thank you, everyone! It's such a joy to know that I've made some positive impact on this forum. It's only fair, after all. And thank you for the well-wishings concerning uni. I think I will enjoy it here. =3

Now for specific replies to shenanigans:

@candy: Got off my lawn! >O *aims death ray*

@sarn: *opens bag* <3 Eee, an adorable Sarnfox! *remembers the 'No pets' clause of the contract* ;_____; I'm sorry, I have to let you go.

@char: Well, I can rent it out to you for a small fee, I guess. ^^ We'll see, depends on how many young whippersnappers decide to wander onto my lawn.