and how are the boys?4peasinourpod wrote:Cielle, when did you leave Texas? I am sorry...I missed that. I always loved chatting with you.ScrapEgypt wrote:I am also sorry - and a bit shocked - to hear this. Although I have been on this site for many years, my participation in crops, challenges, and the message board has often been sporadic. But I always knew that when I did return, I would be warmly welcomed back by old friends.
It is because of the ACOT CT that I decided to venture over to the dark side and try my hand at digital. Now that I'm overseas again - it's just so much easier. And I REALLY didn't want to pack up my stuff again. Shoot, my scrappy stuff is better traveled than most people!
Put me in the group that is anxiously waiting to hear what ACOT has in mind.
Wild Cherry
~pam~
Cherry Bomb
Pam - left Houston last September. Got both boys set in college and off we went!
Adding -
The boys are fine. We are in frequent communication thru texting, FB, and Skype. It's tough, and they've both had some challenges, but we've worked it all out. It helps that both are in schools that aren't too far away from family and close friends.
Adding -
The boys are fine. We are in frequent communication thru texting, FB, and Skype. It's tough, and they've both had some challenges, but we've worked it all out. It helps that both are in schools that aren't too far away from family and close friends.
Cielle
Cherry Cola
I'm not surprised. I knew something was up after the fall crop. ACOT is a great place to come and I look forward to it every morning. I am also looking forward to the new changes. Thank you everyone who was on the CT team. All of you made me reach out of my scrappy comfort zone and taught me wonderful techniques.
Cherry Jubilee
evilqueen wrote:CherryTat wrote:
I was with Nancy too- I was hoping to be GCT some month in the future. Oh well, so much for that.
I been waiting for that for four years and nothing. Guess people don't like my kind of pets layouts.
I DO!!!!
Lynda
Cherry Bark
ME TOO!!LyndaKay wrote:evilqueen wrote:CherryTat wrote:
I was with Nancy too- I was hoping to be GCT some month in the future. Oh well, so much for that.
I been waiting for that for four years and nothing. Guess people don't like my kind of pets layouts.
I DO!!!!
Brandy 
Bowl Full of Cherries
I've got a sick feeling in my stomach. 
- joannie
Cherry Cola
I am very sadden by this. I know that there has been some behind the scenes drama but I was hoping that things would calm down and get back to normal. I too was looking forward to a ct call, but I guess that won't be happening. I hope the board and challenges will stick around. But if not it has been fun.
Cherry Jubilee
First I want to say a huge thanks to those that have helped me bring my scrapping to where it is at. Without your skills and talent I would still be scrappy like I was in the beginning, and that is scary!!! Now, I just want to say I am truly sad and disappointed this is happening. We lose our lss all the time, and that is hard enough that we feel we have nowhere to go, but we all felt we had this place. I know change can be good, but I am not so sure this will be a good one. I don't know what this decision was based on, and I hope ACOT does not live to regret this by losing so many loyal people. I too wondered last fall what was going on, but I never expected this. I will stick around to see what happens, but no promises here either. Sad day for us scrappers. And as mentioned before, the challenges are something I love here, I too wonder what will happen to them?
Susan 
Cherry Jubilee
Dittooceanbreezes423 wrote:First I want to say a huge thanks to those that have helped me bring my scrapping to where it is at. Without your skills and talent I would still be scrappy like I was in the beginning, and that is scary!!! Now, I just want to say I am truly sad and disappointed this is happening. We lose our lss all the time, and that is hard enough that we feel we have nowhere to go, but we all felt we had this place. I know change can be good, but I am not so sure this will be a good one. I don't know what this decision was based on, and I hope ACOT does not live to regret this by losing so many loyal people. I too wondered last fall what was going on, but I never expected this. I will stick around to see what happens, but no promises here either. Sad day for us scrappers. And as mentioned before, the challenges are something I love here, I too wonder what will happen to them?
Cherry Bomb
I read this last night after a very long (but good) day, and I can honestly say I was incredibly surprised and saddened - I thought some changes would be made, but I never thought the CT would be done away with entirely. In fact, I didn't feel it appropriate to respond last night, because I simply couldn't find a nice way to phrase how such a sudden announcement made me feel. Maybe it's still not going to be "nice" but I need to say it.
I truly hope that this was a mutual decision was made in consulting with the existing remaining CT members. I can't help but overthink and read between the lines and feel that the recent loss of CT members was due in part to them feeling unwelcome or "forced out" - and that doesn't sit well with me.
In an internet-land where every scrappy store/company/etc. has a creative team, I honestly cannot imagine what "exciting changes" could possibly take place that would equal the CT, but I guess I'll wait and see - I have a feeling it's going to be a grand disappointment, though. At this point, I feel very fortunate that I live in an area that still maintains several LSS's, so I have those to fall back on - I should probably be supporting them more with what little time and money I have, anyway.
Lastly, and most importantly, I'd like to echo what everyone else has said, and I thank the CT profusely for all that they've done to inspire and engage us here! You gals are all awesome!
<3
I truly hope that this was a mutual decision was made in consulting with the existing remaining CT members. I can't help but overthink and read between the lines and feel that the recent loss of CT members was due in part to them feeling unwelcome or "forced out" - and that doesn't sit well with me.
In an internet-land where every scrappy store/company/etc. has a creative team, I honestly cannot imagine what "exciting changes" could possibly take place that would equal the CT, but I guess I'll wait and see - I have a feeling it's going to be a grand disappointment, though. At this point, I feel very fortunate that I live in an area that still maintains several LSS's, so I have those to fall back on - I should probably be supporting them more with what little time and money I have, anyway.
Lastly, and most importantly, I'd like to echo what everyone else has said, and I thank the CT profusely for all that they've done to inspire and engage us here! You gals are all awesome!
<3♥♥Amber♥♥
Cherry Jubilee
I am truly hoping this isn't the company shooting itself in the foot. That has been happening at so many lss, and on line scrapbook business as of late. Changes are difficult if not for the best, and from what I've been reading about "Drama" behind the scenes, it seems that's it's been a very unwise spiteful decision- my apologies if I'm wrong - I'm only surmising from what I've been reading.
I love this company - and while my lss is up in the air as to whether it's moving or closing - I thought I always have "ACOT" to go to for inspiration and products. Very sad, and this can be very unfortunate for both us and the owners. We can only wait and see.
Let's just all be positive right now, and hope it's all for the best.
I love this company - and while my lss is up in the air as to whether it's moving or closing - I thought I always have "ACOT" to go to for inspiration and products. Very sad, and this can be very unfortunate for both us and the owners. We can only wait and see.
Let's just all be positive right now, and hope it's all for the best.
Cherry Cola
amberella wrote:I read this last night after a very long (but good) day, and I can honestly say I was incredibly surprised and saddened - I thought some changes would be made, but I never thought the CT would be done away with entirely. In fact, I didn't feel it appropriate to respond last night, because I simply couldn't find a nice way to phrase how such a sudden announcement made me feel. Maybe it's still not going to be "nice" but I need to say it.
I truly hope that this was a mutual decision was made in consulting with the existing remaining CT members. I can't help but overthink and read between the lines and feel that the recent loss of CT members was due in part to them feeling unwelcome or "forced out" - and that doesn't sit well with me.
In an internet-land where every scrappy store/company/etc. has a creative team, I honestly cannot imagine what "exciting changes" could possibly take place that would equal the CT, but I guess I'll wait and see - I have a feeling it's going to be a grand disappointment, though. At this point, I feel very fortunate that I live in an area that still maintains several LSS's, so I have those to fall back on - I should probably be supporting them more with what little time and money I have, anyway.
Lastly, and most importantly, I'd like to echo what everyone else has said, and I thank the CT profusely for all that they've done to inspire and engage us here! You gals are all awesome!
I agree with everything you said!
Jenn
Don't fear the challenge, challenge the fear.
Don't fear the challenge, challenge the fear.
Wild Cherry
As the previous CT coordinator, let me assure you that this decision was not based on drama. The paper team got along SOOOO WELL for so many years. These girls were my FAMILY. The digi team is cohesive, as well...and to be fair...Janell, Angie, Eg and Britt are amongst MY BFFs, even though they are screen lickerscherrycupcake wrote:I am truly hoping this isn't the company shooting itself in the foot. That has been happening at so many lss, and on line scrapbook business as of late. Changes are difficult if not for the best, and from what I've been reading about "Drama" behind the scenes, it seems that's it's been a very unwise spiteful decision- my apologies if I'm wrong - I'm only surmising from what I've been reading.
I love this company - and while my lss is up in the air as to whether it's moving or closing - I thought I always have "ACOT" to go to for inspiration and products. Very sad, and this can be very unfortunate for both us and the owners. We can only wait and see.
Let's just all be positive right now, and hope it's all for the best.
I had personal issues and I wasn't around when I should have been. Enough said.
~pam~
Cherry Jubilee
I just want to add one more thing - Scrapbookpictures.com - a company that has been in business 60 plus years? Had to close it's doors. Why?? CHANGES. Not always a good thing.
Cherry Cola
I guess I will throw my two cents in here as well.....Reading this announcement was rather quite shocking although not very surprising given the things we have seen happen the last couple of months. I am also very sadden and disappointed to hear this. One of the biggest reasons I have made ACOT my home and not any of the other boards who shall not be named is because it was so personal. I have made so many friends here and feel like I have had a great support system here. Unlike other boards I feel the CT was a huge part of that. Very encouraging and open to all styles and levels of scrapbookers. I have seen CTers go out of their way to help a fellow cherry with so many techniques and questions with regard to our projects. I know I have personally tried some things I might not have otherwise because of projects, classes, and reveals by the CT.
I will be interested to see what the future holds here...but honestly I have been wracking my brain since I read this announcement last night and I have no idea how anything could take the place of the CT. The CT gave this place a face and a personality. To be clear this is not about points or prizes or anything of that nature. I already feel like this place has been less warm and inviting and impersonal since the mass exit of numerous CTers and now there isn't going to be one at all.
To all of the CT past and present. I really appreciate all of the hard work you have done. You all have gone above and beyond in helping others here.
I will be interested to see what the future holds here...but honestly I have been wracking my brain since I read this announcement last night and I have no idea how anything could take the place of the CT. The CT gave this place a face and a personality. To be clear this is not about points or prizes or anything of that nature. I already feel like this place has been less warm and inviting and impersonal since the mass exit of numerous CTers and now there isn't going to be one at all.
To all of the CT past and present. I really appreciate all of the hard work you have done. You all have gone above and beyond in helping others here.
Jenn
Don't fear the challenge, challenge the fear.
Don't fear the challenge, challenge the fear.
Cherry Cola
amberella wrote:I read this last night after a very long (but good) day, and I can honestly say I was incredibly surprised and saddened - I thought some changes would be made, but I never thought the CT would be done away with entirely. In fact, I didn't feel it appropriate to respond last night, because I simply couldn't find a nice way to phrase how such a sudden announcement made me feel. Maybe it's still not going to be "nice" but I need to say it.
I truly hope that this was a mutual decision was made in consulting with the existing remaining CT members. I can't help but overthink and read between the lines and feel that the recent loss of CT members was due in part to them feeling unwelcome or "forced out" - and that doesn't sit well with me.
In an internet-land where every scrappy store/company/etc. has a creative team, I honestly cannot imagine what "exciting changes" could possibly take place that would equal the CT, but I guess I'll wait and see - I have a feeling it's going to be a grand disappointment, though. At this point, I feel very fortunate that I live in an area that still maintains several LSS's, so I have those to fall back on - I should probably be supporting them more with what little time and money I have, anyway.
Lastly, and most importantly, I'd like to echo what everyone else has said, and I thank the CT profusely for all that they've done to inspire and engage us here! You gals are all awesome!
AMEN!!
Cherry Cola
4peasinourpod wrote:As the previous CT coordinator, let me assure you that this decision was not based on drama. The paper team got along SOOOO WELL for so many years. These girls were my FAMILY. The digi team is cohesive, as well...and to be fair...Janell, Angie, Eg and Britt are amongst MY BFFs, even though they are screen lickerscherrycupcake wrote:I am truly hoping this isn't the company shooting itself in the foot. That has been happening at so many lss, and on line scrapbook business as of late. Changes are difficult if not for the best, and from what I've been reading about "Drama" behind the scenes, it seems that's it's been a very unwise spiteful decision- my apologies if I'm wrong - I'm only surmising from what I've been reading.
I love this company - and while my lss is up in the air as to whether it's moving or closing - I thought I always have "ACOT" to go to for inspiration and products. Very sad, and this can be very unfortunate for both us and the owners. We can only wait and see.
Let's just all be positive right now, and hope it's all for the best.
I had personal issues and I wasn't around when I should have been. Enough said.
It is NOT your fault. Enough said.
I too have been thinking about this decision of ACOT's since I read the announcement. I've been on this board since about a week after the boards started. I've seen CT members come and go and while I've never been one of the chosen ones, I've totally loved what they've come up with. I may not always post my layouts or get around to doing them, but I have a couple of notebooks full of CT ideas that I've printed that I liked.
It will be interesting to see what the new changes are and it's going to be worth staying around the site any longer.
Oh, and speaking of CT members... what happened to Kristianne???? It just occurred to me recently that I have not seen her post in quite some time.
It will be interesting to see what the new changes are and it's going to be worth staying around the site any longer.
Oh, and speaking of CT members... what happened to Kristianne???? It just occurred to me recently that I have not seen her post in quite some time.
Cherry Cropper
jmo95 wrote:I guess I will throw my two cents in here as well.....Reading this announcement was rather quite shocking although not very surprising given the things we have seen happen the last couple of months. I am also very sadden and disappointed to hear this. One of the biggest reasons I have made ACOT my home and not any of the other boards who shall not be named is because it was so personal. I have made so many friends here and feel like I have had a great support system here. Unlike other boards I feel the CT was a huge part of that. Very encouraging and open to all styles and levels of scrapbookers. I have seen CTers go out of their way to help a fellow cherry with so many techniques and questions with regard to our projects. I know I have personally tried some things I might not have otherwise because of projects, classes, and reveals by the CT.
I will be interested to see what the future holds here...but honestly I have been wracking my brain since I read this announcement last night and I have no idea how anything could take the place of the CT. The CT gave this place a face and a personality. To be clear this is not about points or prizes or anything of that nature. I already feel like this place has been less warm and inviting and impersonal since the mass exit of numerous CTers and now there isn't going to be one at all.
To all of the CT past and present. I really appreciate all of the hard work you have done. You all have gone above and beyond in helping others here.
Very well put. I agree.
RACHEL
Cherry Bark
My thoughts exactly.handerful wrote:jmo95 wrote:I guess I will throw my two cents in here as well.....Reading this announcement was rather quite shocking although not very surprising given the things we have seen happen the last couple of months. I am also very sadden and disappointed to hear this. One of the biggest reasons I have made ACOT my home and not any of the other boards who shall not be named is because it was so personal. I have made so many friends here and feel like I have had a great support system here. Unlike other boards I feel the CT was a huge part of that. Very encouraging and open to all styles and levels of scrapbookers. I have seen CTers go out of their way to help a fellow cherry with so many techniques and questions with regard to our projects. I know I have personally tried some things I might not have otherwise because of projects, classes, and reveals by the CT.
I will be interested to see what the future holds here...but honestly I have been wracking my brain since I read this announcement last night and I have no idea how anything could take the place of the CT. The CT gave this place a face and a personality. To be clear this is not about points or prizes or anything of that nature. I already feel like this place has been less warm and inviting and impersonal since the mass exit of numerous CTers and now there isn't going to be one at all.
To all of the CT past and present. I really appreciate all of the hard work you have done. You all have gone above and beyond in helping others here.
Very well put. I agree.
Brandy
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