A Year..?!!!!
Already? My how time flies when you're having fun.
In seeking a place of honesty and fairness, we've grown in many ways - not the least of which is welcoming the coinees.
We have so many individuals from so many backgrounds and who are so different in many ways, yet we share so many things in common.
It's been a rollercoaster at times, but the fantastic thing is we have weathered those storms. We have a few cuts and bruises, but very few scars and a bucketload of memories. One might consider such stouches as a 'right of passage' here on the OZRT - but in that respect, we aren't really unique. It is simply a natural occurrence when you have a group of people who are interested, informed and involved.
What IS special of we members of the OZRT that have endured such events, is that we are able to reflect briefly and move on - having respect for each others' opinions and an appreciation of each others' differences. Harbouring grudges is clearly something that belongs more outside the OZRT than within - and that is something in which every member here should take pride.
It is also impossible to overstate the importance of having the site Administration and Moderation that we have here. Often a challenging and trying responsibility, it has been carried out with very few issues and to the highest standard. In my opinion, it has been the singular most significant component of the success of this site - but only the support and appreciation given by members has (from what I have gleaned) made it bearable.
So, aside from the Countessa's iPhone fan club recruitment drive, what will the next year bring....?
Let's find out together...!
