*EDIT* I finally figured out a title that goes well with the layout...and, ironically, matches well with my post...

I wonder if every blogger goes through the same stage after having spent over 8 years blogging their lives to the world. In response to the recent decision made by gizmogurl, whom I have known ever since I began my blogging life and have an immense amount of respect and admiration for, I, too, have realized that it's time to let go of this place.

Ever since I started web-design, I've wanted to advance my knowledge and ability to make better and greater websites, and many a times I have failed to achieve this goal due to other responsibilities that began to accumulate as life went on. It got to a point where I was satisfied with my below-par skills and have come to accept that this is the end of that life for me. I have no regrets...as everything began with my obsession for H.O.T, which saved me from the most perilous point of my life...I honestly can't say that I'd still be alive today if it wasn't for them.

Yes, it might seem foolish to some people and I'm sure some can't even begin to comprehend the idea, but their music has given me much inspiration and has led me to discover other possibilities in life at the pivotal point of my life. It seemed almost shameful that I'd share such vulnerability to the world, yet this is where it was meant for.

But I no longer need this "shelter" of mine for a quick escape. I can let go of this place and continue with my life without looking back. This place has given me much relief and allowed me to speak my mind freely for nearly the last decade, and I have the utmost appreciation for everything this place has given and taught me. Rather than just leaving it without a word, I hereby bid farewell...maybe not forever, but for the time being. It seems that our generation is beginning to fade and lose its presence in the world and slowly being replaced by the next "younger generation"...that is a new idea that I need to eventually accept.

I don't know when I'll return to the blogging world - but I want to thank everyone that I have had the opportunity to meet during my time here. It was a pleasure to share a commonality in spite of other differences. I hope to see you all again someday! =)