Moving on 💚

kaii

Aww I can't believe you're leaving @JustV! We'll all really really miss you, it's been such an honour having you as a community manager. Thank you for making The Mix such a comforting safe space for young people - we're all so so grateful to have you and we really appreciate all the support you've given

We'll be cheering you on as you embark on your next chapter, and hold you dear to our hearts

Wishing you all the best!

Kai

eylah

youll be missed very much wishing you nothing but the best for the future. 💚

JustV

I have read all your lovely responses to this and I will get back to them all! 💚

TheNightmare

I remember you when I first joined and it's just sad to hear you're leaving but I and Im sure everyone wishes you the best for whatever you do next.

Amy22

JustV wrote: »

I have read all your lovely responses to this and I will get back to them all! 💚

No worries @JustV take your time with them too as there are quite a lot of responses . However, we are going to miss you tons on here, you've been such a great legend on here.

JustV

Rose113 wrote: »

@JustV are you still gonna be here for the release of the mix chronicles :O you may wanna read it when it comes out 😂😂

Me and @Chloe234 defo didn’t have you portrayed in it as wild 🤪

Ha! I might catch them when I pop my head in from time to time. But I'll be here for a little while longer than originally planned now, so I'll probably see the next release

PS cannot tell you how un-wild I am in real life so this is a treat

JustV

Siena wrote: »

Aw I’m only just seeing this and I’m sad. But it’s really lovely to read and know a bit more of your story and how far the mix has got you, everyone I’ve meet on here that I’ve grown some attachment to cause have been on for awhile and seem like genuine down to earth kind people are leaving here like @Jellyelephant and @Aoife which is really sad but I guess it kinda makes it easier for me to start using this site a lot less now I am 26. I just wish I could meet more people who are as genuine in real life and I wish people who leave could write random updates on themselves even if it’s like every year? Is that possible? For older users and mods? It’s just I know I will think back about older members and wonder how they’re doing and I just find it really sad that then all sudden never hear from them

Thank you very much for your kindness and I’m sure you will continue to grow outside of the mix but I wish you the best

Thanks for the lovely message @Siena. Both of us have been in this community for a lot of years and I feel very proud of you for the growth you've shown in that time, and for how many times you've managed to rebuild after difficult moments in your life. You're a lot more capable than I think you give yourself credit for, even when things feel hopeless.

I hear what you're saying about being easier to let go now other people are also getting older and are leaving (I'm feeling that same thing at the moment!)

JustV

Azziman wrote: »

Hey @JustV, so sad to hear this news!

You were one of the very first people I came across when I joined the Mix several years ago. And only with your support, guidance, and patience for my list of questions, was I able to join the mod team.

You've been a pillar of the community here for so long, and we'll really miss you! Thank you ever so much for all you've done for the Mix, it's a better place because of the time and effort you've poured into this place.

Wishing you all the best for the next chapter in your life, we'll be here cheering you on and praying for your success!

Aw thanks so much for your kind words @Azziman - this is so nice! Feel like I've known you for so long compared to most of our other moderators. I'll really miss working with you, and for what it's worth, you could go far in this type of work if you wanted to.

JustV

Matthew_04 wrote: »

Im so sad to see you go @JustV
And as @Amy22 said, all before your debut album too!! I was looking forward to a catchy Christmas EP
I truly wish you well on all your future endevours, thank you for all you've done for the mix

Thank you @Matthew_04! Hahah, keep an eye on the music charts (are they still a thing???)

Take care of yourself, and thank you for everything you do here

JustV

Chloe234 wrote: »

Can i ask, when is your official last day?

It was originally end of November but I'll be hanging around for a bit longer now (likely until the end of the year or a little bit later), I'll pop in again to say goodbye when I do leave!

JustV

Lili5Bet wrote: »

We’re going to really miss you @JustV
I don’t know what to say 😭 I can’t believe you’re leaving! I don’t know how to say thank you for everything you’ve done for this community and making The Mix an amazing place! You and your team are amazing and I wouldn’t know what I’d have done without you and everyone. I wish you the very best, and we will definitely miss you so much!! Thank you for being here for us and for being one of many people we all need ❤️ you made a difference, and I hope you’ll remember that!

I totally didn’t get a little emotional while reading your goodbye message! 😭

This is so kind of you @Lili5Bet - thank you! I'll always remember my life here, the wonderful people, and how supportive you guys are of each other. It really is easy to spend time here and give to this place when y'all are so lovely, so it's been a pleasure.

Keep putting one foot in front of the other and you'll get there @Lili5Bet 😊

PS, I got emotional writing it!

JustV

JJLemon18 wrote: »

Oh man... such emotions What an incredible story!

I can imagine V, in his old age, rocking in his rocking chair, looks at the last Octi sitting on his windowsill - a tear rolls down his cheek... "I did some good in the world"

Its really sad to see you go, but nothing can last forever, and you have a sequel to write! "JustV Part 2" XD

Make it good!! 💚

...

(Oh no, I think we kept pestering him about leaving that he actually did it... )

PS. On my first ever post, you asked me what my fav videogames and board games are, I then asked about yours... Am still waiting for a response Don't you think you'll escape us that easy!

Aah @JJLemon18 it's been fun! The funny thing is your image of me in my old age probably isn't that far from reality, maybe plus a cold glass of diet coke on the table 😝

It's been wonderful to see you come out of your shell in this community, and I'd really encourage you to lean into that as much as you can. I know there will be other guys reading your posts who can relate (particularly to social stuff) but don't want to post themselves, and it matters that you do.

PS, classic me to be honest, I'll dig out that thread and respond before I leave 😂 there was also another one about 8-bit music that I was meaning to reply to for ages!

Lili5Bet

@JustV Awww, sending hugs 🫂🫂 we all look up to you and the rest of the mix team!! This community is amazing, and I’m just so lucky to have found such a special place full of lovely people
That’s so lovely to hear!!

Aww, thank you so so much, honestly 😊 I’ll definitely try my best! That means so much to me

🥺🫂 I’m getting emotional now too!! You’ll always be a part of us!!

JustV

Millie2787 wrote: »

Wow, I’m not sure what to even say. Mad to think you’re growing your wings and leaving …. The last one of the an amazing team who welcomed me and supported me though so much.I’ve seen so much growth in you and even though I’m younger than you, it makes me so happy to see , you should be really proud

You’ve really been there for me through so much and so many things in my life, so really a massive thank you for all that you’ve done … even if I did accidentally call you your full name in chat once 🙈

Truly thank you for everything ❤️

Aw this means a lot @Millie2787 - especially coming from someone who really has known me for so long! It's kind of wild to think about it all really.

It's been fun and I love how you've always been one of the first people to get involved with stuff, give us feedback, and generally look after this community. We owe you a lot for that - without members like you it would be way harder to keep this place going.

It's been a journey, and make sure you take care of yourself when you can in the chaos of life. You do so much for others, so try to put some of that energy towards you.

Give the doggos a neck scritch from me 🐕

(full naming forgiven because I'm sure I've done that to you once or twice 😅)

JustV

sinead276 wrote: »

we will all really really miss you @JustV , you’re like a key part of the Mix. Since i joined a couple years ago you’ve been nothing but helpful and supportive to everyone on here and have changed so many peoples lives for the better. best of luck with everything in the future 😢🍀😊

thanks for everything

Aw thanks so much @sinead276! Always brightens my day to see your name and your profile picture, lifting people up and contributing so much to this community. It's awesome to have you around here and I hope things go well for you too! 💚

JustV

kaii wrote: »

Aww I can't believe you're leaving @JustV! We'll all really really miss you, it's been such an honour having you as a community manager. Thank you for making The Mix such a comforting safe space for young people - we're all so so grateful to have you and we really appreciate all the support you've given

We'll be cheering you on as you embark on your next chapter, and hold you dear to our hearts

Wishing you all the best!

Kai

Thank you so much for the lovely message @kaii! You've been such a great addition to the community since you joined - I always look forward to reading your achievement threads. I might have to pop back occasionally to read the new ones. 😊

Take good care of yourself and best of luck with everything! 💚

JustV

eylah wrote: »

youll be missed very much wishing you nothing but the best for the future. 💚

Thank you @eylah! You too - take good care of yourself

JustV

TheNightmare wrote: »

I remember you when I first joined and it's just sad to hear you're leaving but I and Im sure everyone wishes you the best for whatever you do next.

Thanks @TheNightmare! Really kind of you to say, man.

You've come a long way since we all first met you, and even though I know you struggle to feel optimistic about your future, you have a tonne to be proud of. You've put a lot of work into being able to better connect with people and generally grow as a person, and that deserves a lot of credit that I don't think you always give yourself. That work is important just like any other work, but a lot of folks (especially guys) miss out on it, which is a shame because those skills can really take you far in life.

It's been wonderful to see that development in you and I've no doubt you'll have life sorted when things line up for you. Best of luck with everything, and keep at it 😊

JustV

Also JFYI for everyone I am sticking around for a bit longer than planned, so I'll likely be here until the end of the year, but I'll say a final goodbye when I leave

TheNightmare

JustV wrote: »

TheNightmare wrote: »

I remember you when I first joined and it's just sad to hear you're leaving but I and Im sure everyone wishes you the best for whatever you do next.

Thanks @TheNightmare! Really kind of you to say, man.

You've come a long way since we all first met you, and even though I know you struggle to feel optimistic about your future, you have a tonne to be proud of. You've put a lot of work into being able to better connect with people and generally grow as a person, and that deserves a lot of credit that I don't think you always give yourself. That work is important just like any other work, but a lot of folks (especially guys) miss out on it, which is a shame because those skills can really take you far in life.

It's been wonderful to see that development in you and I've no doubt you'll have life sorted when things line up for you. Best of luck with everything, and keep at it 😊

Thanks a lot bro, I wish you could stay but I know the same for you, I have no doubt in your next chapter you'll smash it.

Millie2787

JustV wrote: »

Millie2787 wrote: »

Wow, I’m not sure what to even say. Mad to think you’re growing your wings and leaving …. The last one of the an amazing team who welcomed me and supported me though so much.I’ve seen so much growth in you and even though I’m younger than you, it makes me so happy to see , you should be really proud

You’ve really been there for me through so much and so many things in my life, so really a massive thank you for all that you’ve done … even if I did accidentally call you your full name in chat once 🙈

Truly thank you for everything ❤️

Aw this means a lot @Millie2787 - especially coming from someone who really has known me for so long! It's kind of wild to think about it all really.

It's been fun and I love how you've always been one of the first people to get involved with stuff, give us feedback, and generally look after this community. We owe you a lot for that - without members like you it would be way harder to keep this place going.

It's been a journey, and make sure you take care of yourself when you can in the chaos of life. You do so much for others, so try to put some of that energy towards you.

Give the doggos a neck scritch from me 🐕

(full naming forgiven because I'm sure I've done that to you once or twice 😅)

It’s 3:30am and you’ve got me in tears reading this 🙈 I really do appreciate how much you’ve been there for me over the years . When I first found you all I wasn’t in a good place and whilst life is rough at times - things have got significantly better and you contributed to that ❤️

Amy22

JustV wrote: »

Also JFYI for everyone I am sticking around for a bit longer than planned, so I'll likely be here until the end of the year, but I'll say a final goodbye when I leave

omg your staying for a little bit?. I knew we coulden't get you to leave so soon . Honestly you've been an amazing community manager and themix won't feel the same without you but as they say the show got to go on and we will eventually have someone new here doing what you do but leading the new era of themix . It's been a pleasure being on this journey with you.

JJLemon18

JustV wrote: »

JJLemon18 wrote: »

Oh man... such emotions What an incredible story!

I can imagine V, in his old age, rocking in his rocking chair, looks at the last Octi sitting on his windowsill - a tear rolls down his cheek... "I did some good in the world"

Its really sad to see you go, but nothing can last forever, and you have a sequel to write! "JustV Part 2" XD

Make it good!! 💚

...

(Oh no, I think we kept pestering him about leaving that he actually did it... )

PS. On my first ever post, you asked me what my fav videogames and board games are, I then asked about yours... Am still waiting for a response Don't you think you'll escape us that easy!

Aah @JJLemon18 it's been fun! The funny thing is your image of me in my old age probably isn't that far from reality, maybe plus a cold glass of diet coke on the table 😝

It's been wonderful to see you come out of your shell in this community, and I'd really encourage you to lean into that as much as you can. I know there will be other guys reading your posts who can relate (particularly to social stuff) but don't want to post themselves, and it matters that you do.

PS, classic me to be honest, I'll dig out that thread and respond before I leave 😂 there was also another one about 8-bit music that I was meaning to reply to for ages!

@JustV No no no please dont go digging up my old threads - let them stay buried! xD
Also I think its kinda crazy you remember about the '8-bit music' thread... I don't even remember there was one like that lmao, but if you want to reply then sure go for it hehe.

But again, thank you, it means a lot 💚