All times are GMT -6. The time now is The future of Amiga.org
Posted 08-19-2009 at 08:11 AM by Wayne
Good morning guys,
A few years ago on April Fool's Day, I played a prank where I "sold Amiga.org to Spanish lesbians".
It was pretty funny back then, and everyone was both laughing and furious at me for weeks. Some even abandoned the site over it, but then again, there are always rats looking to jump ship.
For the last few years, it's been a running joke amongst friends that I should truly sell the site to real spanish lesbians and move on. As always, there's a bit of truth in every joke.
The simple fact is that while I started out being one of the devout fanboys when the community was 200,00 strong, and I loved everything Amiga, I haven't felt that in many years.
The result is that running the site itself -- while rewarding -- has been an increasing struggle for me, since I don't use or follow all the drama as closely as I once did. Kind of like a soap opera, I grew up addicted, but over the years too many actors and storylines have changed to keep my interest.
So what does this mean?
Effectively, it means that I'm beginning an active search for someone both able, and interested in buying, then taking over the site.
It could be one person, or a group of partners, but after 15 years of solid dedication, in order to "buy me out", the cost is $10,000 USD.
I know most of the remaining fanboys will start screaming about how I don't have the right to sell the site, or to even expect money for my blood, sweat, and tears, but that 10k is 1/2 of what it's worth, and what I was asking just 5 years ago. It's also one hell of a low price for 15 YEARS of my life.
I just need to pay off some debt and move forward in my life. I can't do that if I spend most of my free time here administering the site and worrying about hackers and/or spammers.
10,000 USD. Less than some of you spend on Amiga hardware in a year, can buy you the one, single, unique thing still active and worth something in the Amiga universe.
If no one reads this, and I'm sure no one will, I'm considering putting the site up on eBay on a "until it sells" basis with a reserve on October 1st.
Lock, stock, and barrel.
During which the site would still be left running and all, and I'll continue to do anything I can to make it better for everyone. I'm just tired of feeling like I need a vacation from what should be a hobby endeavor.
It's been an honor serving this community and all my friends in it for these 15 years. A time I'll never forget, but it's time for me to move forward.
A few years ago on April Fool's Day, I played a prank where I "sold Amiga.org to Spanish lesbians".
It was pretty funny back then, and everyone was both laughing and furious at me for weeks. Some even abandoned the site over it, but then again, there are always rats looking to jump ship.
For the last few years, it's been a running joke amongst friends that I should truly sell the site to real spanish lesbians and move on. As always, there's a bit of truth in every joke.
The simple fact is that while I started out being one of the devout fanboys when the community was 200,00 strong, and I loved everything Amiga, I haven't felt that in many years.
The result is that running the site itself -- while rewarding -- has been an increasing struggle for me, since I don't use or follow all the drama as closely as I once did. Kind of like a soap opera, I grew up addicted, but over the years too many actors and storylines have changed to keep my interest.
So what does this mean?
Effectively, it means that I'm beginning an active search for someone both able, and interested in buying, then taking over the site.
It could be one person, or a group of partners, but after 15 years of solid dedication, in order to "buy me out", the cost is $10,000 USD.
I know most of the remaining fanboys will start screaming about how I don't have the right to sell the site, or to even expect money for my blood, sweat, and tears, but that 10k is 1/2 of what it's worth, and what I was asking just 5 years ago. It's also one hell of a low price for 15 YEARS of my life.
I just need to pay off some debt and move forward in my life. I can't do that if I spend most of my free time here administering the site and worrying about hackers and/or spammers.
10,000 USD. Less than some of you spend on Amiga hardware in a year, can buy you the one, single, unique thing still active and worth something in the Amiga universe.
If no one reads this, and I'm sure no one will, I'm considering putting the site up on eBay on a "until it sells" basis with a reserve on October 1st.
Lock, stock, and barrel.
During which the site would still be left running and all, and I'll continue to do anything I can to make it better for everyone. I'm just tired of feeling like I need a vacation from what should be a hobby endeavor.
It's been an honor serving this community and all my friends in it for these 15 years. A time I'll never forget, but it's time for me to move forward.
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Wayne,
I am saddened, but I fully understand where you are coming from. I only hope who ever buys the site will run it with the same dedication.Posted 08-19-2009 at 08:47 AM by redrumloa 
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Good Luck!
Hey, Wayne. I was shocked when I read this, but like redrumloa, I also understand that you feel it's time to move on. Good luck to you, and keep in touch!
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MichaelPosted 08-19-2009 at 04:01 PM by SilvrDrgn
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It is really sad to see you go. Moving on! Best of luck, Wayne.
Posted 08-19-2009 at 04:03 PM by gizz72
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One more thing. I see the "everything should be free" argument creeping in the main thread. Take it with a grain of salt, the thread might get nasty.
Trust me, I know...Posted 08-19-2009 at 09:02 PM by redrumloa
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Good luck and hope things go well for you.
Posted 08-20-2009 at 12:09 PM by trekiej
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Wayne, it's sad that you want to let it go, but I fully understand your motive. Good luck with the sale and I hope it's bought by someone who will dedicate at least a small percentage of the time you have dedicated to it.
Posted 08-20-2009 at 03:39 PM by Bezzen
