Post by Ellie on Aug 8, 2008 13:22:26 GMT -5
As I look around this forum and marvel at its expansion and popularity since I created it just shy of a year ago (over 5,000 posts, woo!), I am reveling in the fact that Steven-Strait.net has been on the web for 1 whole year.
This fact was brought to my attention by the ever-wonderful Becky, which really goes to show how out of the loop I've been as of late. For my lack of participation on the boards in the last several months, I apologize. Rest assured, my fandom and love for Steven hasn't lessened, it's just been put on the back burner to make more room for other projects and real life interference. But, in light of the fact it's the first anniversary (a huge milestone for most sites!) I realize that I need to get your opinions on something.
I value the Steven fanatics that post here at TNBT forum above all other Steven fans, flat out. We've developed into a close-knit, fun community that revolves around one magnificent actor and has also diverged into other topics at the same time. That takes talent, and these message boards are crawling with peeps with talent- of that I'm reminded each time I read a post or laugh at a comment made here and there on the board.
So, I need to ask what you think should be done to commemorate S-S.net's first year on the 'net. Redesigning the site is always a popular choice, but please keep this in mind: I do not (especially this month) have a *lot* of time on my hands, so a complete redesign is probably not an option at this time. Besides, I love the layout, but agree it probably needs a face lift.
I considered redoing the header and putting a new color scheme to the site to accompany it, but do you have any *other* ideas? I want to do something, and big or small suggestions are welcome.
How about a contest where the art/graphic-y people on the forum put together a header and the one that wins becomes the "coveted" new S-S.net header?
Anything and everything, I want to hear from you. This board was created for you to dish about Steven and in the process make new online friends and create a comfort zone for people to go and just chat. Your involvement in the beginning was phenomenal, and it still is from what I can tell. So post your suggestions, comments, ANYTHING. I'm insistent to keep S-S.net open for at least another year since Steven is no where near stopping on his trek to the top.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you. This journey for me so far has been unparalleled thanks to you.
So, share the love and let the ideas fly! =)
This fact was brought to my attention by the ever-wonderful Becky, which really goes to show how out of the loop I've been as of late. For my lack of participation on the boards in the last several months, I apologize. Rest assured, my fandom and love for Steven hasn't lessened, it's just been put on the back burner to make more room for other projects and real life interference. But, in light of the fact it's the first anniversary (a huge milestone for most sites!) I realize that I need to get your opinions on something.
I value the Steven fanatics that post here at TNBT forum above all other Steven fans, flat out. We've developed into a close-knit, fun community that revolves around one magnificent actor and has also diverged into other topics at the same time. That takes talent, and these message boards are crawling with peeps with talent- of that I'm reminded each time I read a post or laugh at a comment made here and there on the board.
So, I need to ask what you think should be done to commemorate S-S.net's first year on the 'net. Redesigning the site is always a popular choice, but please keep this in mind: I do not (especially this month) have a *lot* of time on my hands, so a complete redesign is probably not an option at this time. Besides, I love the layout, but agree it probably needs a face lift.
I considered redoing the header and putting a new color scheme to the site to accompany it, but do you have any *other* ideas? I want to do something, and big or small suggestions are welcome.
How about a contest where the art/graphic-y people on the forum put together a header and the one that wins becomes the "coveted" new S-S.net header?
Anything and everything, I want to hear from you. This board was created for you to dish about Steven and in the process make new online friends and create a comfort zone for people to go and just chat. Your involvement in the beginning was phenomenal, and it still is from what I can tell. So post your suggestions, comments, ANYTHING. I'm insistent to keep S-S.net open for at least another year since Steven is no where near stopping on his trek to the top.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you. This journey for me so far has been unparalleled thanks to you.
So, share the love and let the ideas fly! =)