Something I'd like to say

[TDM]

Hey everyone. I know that some of you must know me, the older members at least. I really wouldn't expect a newer member to remember me, given I'm barely here anymore oppose to how much I used to be here in the past.

 

And lately, I've been making more frequent visits, lurking among the shadows of the forum just to see that all of you are safe and okay. Because despite how distant I have gotten I still care about every single one of you, dearly. You guys were all my friends, and I still see you as friends, even if we don't talk often.

 

With this member ranking structure update, I've come back with the goal to get to Legendary status, yes. Who wouldn't have that goal?

 

But I just want all of you to know that me coming back isn't just because of a fancy color and title. 

It's because I miss this place, I truly do.

 

I miss the countless hours of fun in the shoutbox.

The events.

The members.

The moderators.

...Art week..

The one thing I did for this forum that no other succeeded at. 

 

Everything in this place that you can even imagine, because the possibilities are endless with the creativity and devotion of all of you.

 

But at the same time, I find it hard to come back, because as I grow older I'm starting to do different things. I'm starting to get more and more friends outside of my digital life.

I have parents that are slowly starting to rely on me, because sooner or later I'll be the one taking the torch.

 

And most of all, I've just gotten so many priorities to the point where I don't know where to start. 

 

I would sit here and make another promise to come back, and stay back. But at the same moment, I can't. 

Because I don't know where my life is going to take me. I just go day by day, and whatever happens is going to happen.

 

I have a goal to try and come back, because I feel that I need to do it for all of you. 

You all showed me how fun it is to be within a community. And with the time I was here, I was at my peak of happiness. And ever since I left, I feel like that happiness just left. 
 

And on top of that, you all are amazing people that I miss being around. Because this place is diverse, and flowing with as much cheeriness and prosperity as possible. And it's amazing how no matter what happens here, that mood maintains.

 

I don't know if this is a thank-you, a speech, or even a declaration of home-coming. 

 

But I know one thing, and that is for sure. 

I should be here, and I should be doing as much as I can to pay back all the respect, and kindness I've received over these two years.

 

But rather, I'm sitting and thinking of what to do, rather than just doing what I should've been doing this entire time - ..Just being here.

 

I owe it to all of you, to be here. 

 

Because you all cleared up my dark and stormy nights. No matter how little interaction you had.

 

I will come back, because I know I have to. And I know I've said this before, but at the time I was too incompetent and immature to understand. 

 

But now I do, and I will apply as much effort as possible to be able to be here. Not only for myself, but for all of you.

 

Thanks for the wild ride these past two years. 

 

And let's look forward to the roller coasters ahead. - The Friendly A.I

 

Here's some complementary art, for all of you.

 

 

Edited June 29, 2015 by The Friendly AI

[Ranger Intel]

Nice to see you're making a return, it's great to have you back TDM.

[Fishy]

Oi, m8. I remember you when you were still cloaked in Green! I remember you with your SMS Maps! Which is pretty much my favorite thing you have done, even though you didn't mention it... (Remake Rico Harbor! )

 

Anyways, glad to see you make a return bud. Hopefully I get to see you around more like the old days. Hell, if you want in on an event. You're always welcome to join. Yoshi and I are almost always available. Plus we have a thing called Halo Team Assemble. Which are just "improvised" events, which you're welcome to join if you're on at the time.

 

Welcome back TDM.

[TDM]

Oi, m8. I remember you when you were still cloaked in Green! I remember you with your SMS Maps! Which is pretty much my favorite thing you have done, even though you didn't mention it... (Remake Rico Harbor! )

 

Anyways, glad to see you make a return bud. Hopefully I get to see you around more like the old days. Hell, if you want in on an event. You're always welcome to join. Yoshi and I are almost always available. Plus we have a thing called Halo Team Assemble. Which are just "improvised" events, which you're welcome to join if you're on at the time.

 

Welcome back TDM.

 

I'd be honored to participate.

 

And I'll keep Ricco Harbor in mind, it's been a while since I forged a map.

[Sikslik7]

Welcome back! It's always nice to see an older member return. I'm looking forward to seeing you around.

[Caboose The Ace]

I..... I promised myself I wouldn't cry..... but I cant..... most hold back the tears....

Okay come on Caboose, Man up! Repeat after yourself, I am the most awesome person ever.

 

I am the most awesome person ever, I am the most awesome person ever, I am the most awesome person ever.

Okay good, perfect well done, you are man enough again!

 

Anywho, good to see you back TDM! And this time try to stay here, we miss you.

 

 

[TDM]

I..... I promised myself I wouldn't cry..... but I cant..... most hold back the tears....

Okay come on Caboose, Man up! Repeat after yourself, I am the most awesome person ever.

 

I am the most awesome person ever, I am the most awesome person ever, I am the most awesome person ever.

Okay good, perfect well done, you are man enough again!

 

Anywho, good to see you back TDM! And this time try to stay here, we miss you.

 

I'll do all I can to try and remain here.

[Melody]

I may not be a super old member. But I still remember you.

 

It's great you're back though! Feel free to visit more often kay? xD.

[Greenhawk97]

Even though I'm technically new, you do seem cool to hang with. Happy Reunion

[rrhuntington]

It's a joyous thing to see old members return. Even if we do or don't remember you, there is a void here when any attached veteran member leaves. It's good to have you back in action. 

[TDM]

TDM! It's great to hear that you're returning to us! Hopefully I see you around in the shoutbox.

 

Trust me, we all haven't forgotten about our forum weasel just yet. You better return for good this time >_<

 

I am very wary of this fact and will try my absolute best to be here as much as I can. 

 

Not in an obsessive way, but in a healthy way. 

 

You can expect to see me tons around here though.

 

[Unease Peanut]

Welcome back dude!

[Halo6 Follower]

Woot! 

 

Great to see you back dude! Hope all is well. 

 

Catch ya in the shoutbox!

 

Rush Ridge 

[MCPO Mayh3m]

Welcome back good sir! I am Total Mayh3m, a name you may be more familiar with. Good to have you back, even if you have bigger responsibilities on hand now.

 

 

[ShadowFiend216]

Welcome back! I hate to be that guy, but how in the world does that Wraith maneuver through those thick woods? lol

[TDM]

Welcome back! I hate to be that guy, but how in the world does that Wraith maneuver through those thick woods? lol

 

​Space magic, precisely.

[Twinreaper]

No clue broski. You'll have to fill me in a bit. My memory aint what it used to be. But welcome back I guess?

[MCPO Mayh3m]

No clue broski. You'll have to fill me in a bit. My memory aint what it used to be. But welcome back I guess?

 

-you said 'fill me in a bit'. would you like some pie?-

 

It's The Dumb Marine.

[BaconShelf]

 

-you said 'fill me in a bit'. would you like some pie?-

 

It's The Dumb Marine.

 

That makes more sense.