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Hi all,
I'd just like to take a moment to share my appreciation and gratitude with everyone who makes this community what it is, both staff and members.
Back in March, I took advantage of some vacation time and set myself to earn my lifetime membership at WPMUdev. I reached that goal thanks to the contributions I was able to make, and the points gifted by those in this community who appreciated them.
During that time, WPMUdev was looking for some new full-time staffers, and some kind folks here encouraged me to apply for a position. Not that the idea wasn't appealing, but I already have full-time employment that I find both rewarding and personally enriching. It was tempting, but I knew that I wouldn't have been able to invest the required amount of time.
Recently however, I received an invitation to apply as a part-time contributor to WPMU.org. Having submitted the required number of posts for publication, I received notification today that I have earned my spurs and am now part of the blogging team. Yippee!
This comes at a very serendipitous time as I am taking another 2 weeks vacation in the country starting this weekend. So, once again, I will be hard at work making what contributions I may, in the hopes that they may serve to further enrich this community.
For those interested, my author page is here: http://wpmu.org/author/patrick/
If you find a post you enjoy, or that you find useful, feel free to play around with the little "Like + Tweet" thingamajig.
Once again, my thanks to all who have given me their encouragement and... wish me well!
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@Kimberly
Aha, CSS classes will now be in the form of tutorials at WPMU. And you're very welcome for any references I can provide.
Plus, just like with volunteer work, the more I pitch in, the more I learn too. It's win-win all around.
@foodfriendfinder
No need to be jealous. If you get as involved as you can just helping folks out, opportunities will offer themselves up to you. It's then up to you to decide whether you seize them, or wait for the next round of offers :o)
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@pcwriter I don't think there is anything I can really say except that your work and efforts standout here as an amazing member of the community and now team. :)
Many of us started here as members first before becoming part of the team, being the outstanding person you are its a natural fit and as Mason quite rightly states "the choice was easy"
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OK, now I'm both flattered and blushing.
But seriously (:o)), you two, as well as @KimberlyL and @GinaB, helped give me the push I needed.
I've been hobbying with web design for about 3 years, and have just begun to get my head around php.
So for a hobbyist, your words of encouragement and appreciation (often couched in humor, which is one of the things I appreciate most in my life) helped me to understand that my contributions to the Wild and Wacky World of WordPress, however small, can have great value.
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yay! I'd like to also thank you all, this has really helped me grow as a word press developer and a professional, you're support and products have really made my life easier and allowed me to develop learning and support tools for our school that in the past would have taken a team of developers to accomplish!
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Congrats to you on your new role! I'm still rather new here but I've been very impressed by the level of engagement by the contributors here. I'll be on the lookout for your posts!
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Thanks to you all for the kind words! I'm very happy to see that my actions and achievements can serve as inspiration for others.
For the last 10 years, I've been modeling my life on that very goal. It's one of the reasons I've been working in a rehab center since 2004, and the impetus behind the writing of my book (Darn it! There's that shameless marketing ploy again!)
:o)
EDIT - Next post coming soon at WPMU.org: "Want a members-only WordPress website with Facebook-like landing page? Here's how."
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@pcwriter Congrats! Also in my opinion you're book is something you should never be ashamed to plug. Your journey has led and molded you into the person you are today. Everything in life happens for reason and I'm personally greatful for your journey. You have inspired me in many ways to strive to become even a better person.
As many of you know I've been struggling with some medical problems and the recovery is slower and more painful than I expected. Patrick's help and many others words of encouragement and prayers have helped tremendously. Especially Patrick's book "A Fork In The Road" and that is a flat out plug! No shame here as I think everyone who reads it will truly be inspired as well.
Congratulations again Patrick and I look forward to reading more of your work.
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This is an inspiring book, as soon as we started to read it, we had decided that we should help get it out there.
So many people struggle with what life throws at them and, while it may not be so open as substance abuse, they need to know that not only is there a light at the end of the tunnel, but that there are people who are willing to walk with them until they reach it.
Well done dude, I too have noticed your excellent presence here on the forums. Ive been awol for a bit because Ive been moving and have no broadband at the house :( but should have it back in next few days.....so I'll be back on here helping as much as I can soon.
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@PCWriter I am truly inspired by your story. I have recently joined WPMU and I have upgrade my membership for a few more months. I am a college student so a couple hundred dollars is a lot, but boy, it's worth it! I am hoping to follow in your footsteps of becoming a lifetime member.
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@xaviemirmon
I'll let you in on a little secret... if you promise not to tell anyone :o)
The fail-safe method of getting to Lifetime membership is simply to share with the community.
Share whatever expertise, knowledge, references or creativity you may have with those who ask for it, while expecting nothing in return. More often than not, those who appreciate your contributions will show their support by giving you points.
The more you help, the faster those points will add up. Once you reach the required amount, you're in!
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@pcwriter I have learned that secret on my own. I am sharing everyday and it feels great! I don't everything about Wordpress but sometimes I know enough.
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Patrick!
Wow, you continue to just SHINE here in the Community!
How great, Congratulations and I look forward to reading all of your contributions. I've no doubt they will be very informative and full of wisdom :)
(I guess this means no css classes then :( But I must say W3schools has been a lifesaver, you were so great to share that with me!)
Kindest Regards,
Kimberly
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congrats...but now I'm jealous :)
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@Kimberly
Aha, CSS classes will now be in the form of tutorials at WPMU. And you're very welcome for any references I can provide.
Plus, just like with volunteer work, the more I pitch in, the more I learn too. It's win-win all around.
@foodfriendfinder
No need to be jealous. If you get as involved as you can just helping folks out, opportunities will offer themselves up to you. It's then up to you to decide whether you seize them, or wait for the next round of offers :o)
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@pcwriter, not only were you accepted (out of well over 150 applicants) but the choice was easy :)
Thanks for all you do both here and contributions now to wpmu.org :)
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@pcwriter I don't think there is anything I can really say except that your work and efforts standout here as an amazing member of the community and now team. :)
Many of us started here as members first before becoming part of the team, being the outstanding person you are its a natural fit and as Mason quite rightly states "the choice was easy"
Congratulations!
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@masonjames @Timothy
OK, now I'm both flattered and blushing.
But seriously (:o)), you two, as well as @KimberlyL and @GinaB, helped give me the push I needed.
I've been hobbying with web design for about 3 years, and have just begun to get my head around php.
So for a hobbyist, your words of encouragement and appreciation (often couched in humor, which is one of the things I appreciate most in my life) helped me to understand that my contributions to the Wild and Wacky World of WordPress, however small, can have great value.
So, my thanks too to all you guys!
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Congrats @pcwriter,
One year ago, you have joined as a member, today you're a staff, what is next? :)
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Heya Patrick,
Congrats on your new role :)
I have bookmarked the author page !
Cheers
PC
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Congrats Patrick.
You have inspired me! I am going to earn me a LifeTime Membership!...
tomorrow ;-)
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Woohoo Patrick! Congratulations! I will be sure to subscribe to your posts :)
And I am already enticed by the articles you're posted. Great reading material.
And enjoy the holiday!
Gina
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Congratulations pcwriter, i loved the "Yippee!" <<< thats my © but you can use it! lol
Good night/day to you all. Yipeee!!!
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Always there to help - thanks :o)
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yay! I'd like to also thank you all, this has really helped me grow as a word press developer and a professional, you're support and products have really made my life easier and allowed me to develop learning and support tools for our school that in the past would have taken a team of developers to accomplish!
THANK YOU ALL!
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Congrats pcwriter!
Like this post: http://wpmu.org/wordpress-login-page-sidebar-login/
Uc
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Congrats to you on your new role! I'm still rather new here but I've been very impressed by the level of engagement by the contributors here. I'll be on the lookout for your posts!
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@All
Thanks to you all for the kind words! I'm very happy to see that my actions and achievements can serve as inspiration for others.
For the last 10 years, I've been modeling my life on that very goal. It's one of the reasons I've been working in a rehab center since 2004, and the impetus behind the writing of my book (Darn it! There's that shameless marketing ploy again!)
:o)
EDIT - Next post coming soon at WPMU.org: "Want a members-only WordPress website with Facebook-like landing page? Here's how."
:o)
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@pcwriter Congrats! Also in my opinion you're book is something you should never be ashamed to plug. Your journey has led and molded you into the person you are today. Everything in life happens for reason and I'm personally greatful for your journey. You have inspired me in many ways to strive to become even a better person.
As many of you know I've been struggling with some medical problems and the recovery is slower and more painful than I expected. Patrick's help and many others words of encouragement and prayers have helped tremendously. Especially Patrick's book "A Fork In The Road" and that is a flat out plug! No shame here as I think everyone who reads it will truly be inspired as well.
Congratulations again Patrick and I look forward to reading more of your work.
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This is an inspiring book, as soon as we started to read it, we had decided that we should help get it out there.
So many people struggle with what life throws at them and, while it may not be so open as substance abuse, they need to know that not only is there a light at the end of the tunnel, but that there are people who are willing to walk with them until they reach it.
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@pcwriter
I must say that your support to members is amazing and your award well deserved.
Thanks for all your support
Alan
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Congrats on a great achievement!
At last all your effort and aid to others have paid off.
Well deserved....
:)
Cheers
Damian
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Well done dude, I too have noticed your excellent presence here on the forums. Ive been awol for a bit because Ive been moving and have no broadband at the house :( but should have it back in next few days.....so I'll be back on here helping as much as I can soon.
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@Alan
You're very welcome!
@ThePath
Hope to see you around soon. I always appreciate your out-of-the-box thinking!
@Damian
Effort and aid have been paying off for years. The reward is itself in the simple act of doing. :o)
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@PCWriter I am truly inspired by your story. I have recently joined WPMU and I have upgrade my membership for a few more months. I am a college student so a couple hundred dollars is a lot, but boy, it's worth it! I am hoping to follow in your footsteps of becoming a lifetime member.
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Hi Patrick,
Congrats on your great achievement :)
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@xaviemirmon
I'll let you in on a little secret... if you promise not to tell anyone :o)
The fail-safe method of getting to Lifetime membership is simply to share with the community.
Share whatever expertise, knowledge, references or creativity you may have with those who ask for it, while expecting nothing in return. More often than not, those who appreciate your contributions will show their support by giving you points.
The more you help, the faster those points will add up. Once you reach the required amount, you're in!
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@pcwriter I have learned that secret on my own. I am sharing everyday and it feels great! I don't everything about Wordpress but sometimes I know enough.
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