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I want to thank Jim for his support for newbies like me. It is always nice to hear something encouraging (positive reinforcement) about a project no matter how bad the modelling really was. Sometimes handholding is required to encourage others.... and some people obviously will need more handholding. Jim, you spent much time online and usually was one of the first to comment on a thread or photo, if not THE first. That says alot in my book. You have much experience and knowledge to share, along with your fantastic photography.
Volunteering as a Moderator is not easy... I know I spent 19 years coaching soccer to my son, daughter, nieces, nephews, and to hundreds of other kids. I hope someday to coach some grandchildren I also had 15 years on the local soccer board, dealing with players, and parents, while guiding the soccer organization. Yikes... it was not easy. And after work... I was busy (during soccer seasons) five to six days a week with practices, games, and other board member responsibilities.
Sometimes it is not an easy decision to leave something that one loves and cares for. My decision was "It was time... It was time to bring in new blood, new ideas, and time to do things for me". With ones health, the decision is very quick and unwelcomed.
Jim, I wish the best to you and your family. I hope you get to do the things you want to do(be selfish). Thank you very much for what you have done here on ZCS.
Sincerely,
John Kellett
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It is a tough job as moderator, been there done that. Even sorrier to see you leaving the hobby. We are going to loose a bit here.
Take care of yourself and wish you the best in the future and hope we meet up again, maybe on the water under sail someplace.
cheerz Garth
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There is not enough thanks that can be given to a man like yourself. Let your world be yours and enjoy every minute. We'll still be here for you.
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EDIT: Kelley thank you. I've been advised by Brad to eliminate your extra paragraphs. I've helped answer your concerns in my answers. Armand has already answered you and I deleted his posting as it does not have anything to do with Z scale. I've told him to email you privately. Hope this is ok. This are not good here right now with personal attacks and such. I have the power for a bit of time and I will have to use it.
I was going to email you about the package but I guess you are on top of that.
Thanks, Jim CCRR
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I've been away on holidays (in fact I'm still in London) so haven't been following what been happening on this site much. And so it was with some dismay that I read about your decision.
No doubt you have given this a great deal of thought, as you do with everything, so your decision is undoubtedly the right one for you. Please accept not only my regrets, but also my very best and most sincere wishes for the future, whatever it may hold for you and yours.
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It's hard to believe today is your last day as Moderator Man, I'm going to miss you. You have been a hugely positive force on this board, at least for me, and I will always remember your daily contributions to ZCS over the last few years.
It's sad to hear that your health has taken a turn for the worse and I wish you comfort when you are in pain. I also wish you many, many good days in the coming years so you may pursue your dreams, whatever they may be.
Please drop by ZCS if you have the heart to do so.
Take care, good fellow
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Beverly said it quite well.
I wish you the best and hope that someday you will find your way back to us here.
Best of luck to you in your future endeavors, and most of all I hope your doctors can help you live your future in comfort.
I look forward to seeing the Northern Division in Z Track, it will be a continual reminder of your talent.
Best wishes my friend,
Jerry
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