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I've decided to hang up my moderating hat, and apart from quietly lurking to check out new releases, probably take a break from pF for a while. I've let Pawel know via PM, so expect my account to be downgraded soon.
It's been while coming (I'd been thinking about it even before Tommi's announcement at the weekend), but I've now come to the conclusion that it just ain't worth the grief and the hassle.
Tired of periodically getting sucked into squabbles and issues between members, and almost inevitably pissing someone off as a result (ironically in most cases people who aren't even directly involved, but who take it upon themselves to get involved anyway). It's even reached the stage now where I'm finding myself called upon via PM to explain & justify action taken (or indeed action not taken) by other members of the moderating/admin team, not just myself. And I'm not having that.
In short, the amount of **** I've had to deal with lately behind the scenes has been starting to impact negatively on my enthusiasm for the hobby in general, and stressing me out. And when you get to that point, I reckon it's definitely time to bale.
On the plus side, over the past 20 months I've received support from many quarters and I'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has given me their backing during that time. It's always been much appreciated. You guys know who you are. Others have at various times called for "less moderation" – so I'm now happy to oblige!
Looking forward now to returning to the back benches, and maybe just posting from time to time as a regular member. So Pawel, Carl, Kev and Kaz: it's all yours now Gents. Best of luck!
- Steve
Footnote: Kev has agreed to have a go at carrying on the FOTM feature. It would be a shame to let it slide, but carrying on running it would feel too much like "modding" so I'm handing over the reins on that as well.
It's been while coming (I'd been thinking about it even before Tommi's announcement at the weekend), but I've now come to the conclusion that it just ain't worth the grief and the hassle.
Tired of periodically getting sucked into squabbles and issues between members, and almost inevitably pissing someone off as a result (ironically in most cases people who aren't even directly involved, but who take it upon themselves to get involved anyway). It's even reached the stage now where I'm finding myself called upon via PM to explain & justify action taken (or indeed action not taken) by other members of the moderating/admin team, not just myself. And I'm not having that.
In short, the amount of **** I've had to deal with lately behind the scenes has been starting to impact negatively on my enthusiasm for the hobby in general, and stressing me out. And when you get to that point, I reckon it's definitely time to bale.
On the plus side, over the past 20 months I've received support from many quarters and I'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has given me their backing during that time. It's always been much appreciated. You guys know who you are. Others have at various times called for "less moderation" – so I'm now happy to oblige!
Looking forward now to returning to the back benches, and maybe just posting from time to time as a regular member. So Pawel, Carl, Kev and Kaz: it's all yours now Gents. Best of luck!
- Steve
Footnote: Kev has agreed to have a go at carrying on the FOTM feature. It would be a shame to let it slide, but carrying on running it would feel too much like "modding" so I'm handing over the reins on that as well.
.. Anarchy may well ensue! ... Not happy about your decision. 
... But I will respect it, for your given reasons.
