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The Opera Ending...

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 11:07:19 AM

My time here at the Opera Community has finally come to an end. As you may have noticed, I haven't been updating here much and to be honest, I think the 'passion' for Opera I used to have has pretty much gone. It actually upsets me a little to write this as I used to be such an active and respected member of the OC, but in recent years, any help/ support I've tried to offer feels like it's been ignored

I am, these days, due to my website (http://www.girlsngadgets.com), in a much better position to help promote Opera and the Community. I have offered to do this, but the response has been pretty poor. I really don't know what it is I have done wrong or why they aren't accepting help. My blog has had fantastic coverage over the past year, winning the Computer Weekly Best SME Award and being Highly commended in the Cosmopolitan Blog Awards. Cosmo being a global woman's magazine and highly respected brand. I also deal with market leading brands such as Sony, Dell, Logitech, Microsoft, Nintendo, Blackberry and Nokia to name just a few.

I don't really want to dwell on my negative time here though. I have met some amazing life long friends. I will always have a soft spot for the Opera Community and will continue to use the Opera Mini Browser on my phones.

Good luck to everyone here.

If you would like to remain in touch, I can be reached at leila [at] leswan dotcom

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Comments

Kay FourKayFour # Tuesday, September 21, 2010 12:02:03 PM

You will be missed.

Dan DeVilledmfalmeida # Tuesday, September 21, 2010 2:15:46 PM

You will be missed and your decision has my support. You're right about all you wrote.

B-bye

ZodiusAleksOD # Tuesday, September 21, 2010 3:03:04 PM

Good luck in all your endeavors!

AntonCaptainSeagull # Tuesday, September 21, 2010 4:13:26 PM

oh noes! we will miss you!

WillYum # Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:41:13 PM

Oh, no the Fluffy Bunny is bounding off into the sunset.

I'll miss you my London Lady. I guess I'll just have to venture more into the land of girls and technology (which, let's face it, sounds totally uninviting). Best luck as you continue those adventures.

HenrySpicyFlier # Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:47:06 AM

Well, I haven't followed your blog for the tech stuff, but for the life stuff. I recommended it to another Opera UK girl because of it's storyline and happily-ever-after finish (she had a very hard upbringing and is working through issues relating to others). This girl felt that happy days were just not a part of her life. At this moment, she is having the time of her life - and meeting new happy people - in the wilds of South Africa at a monkey sanctuary. I am full of amazement and joy for her - and for you - at these sudden and and wondrous turn of events.

I have recommended your website to a couple of "techy girls" I know and they think your site is terrific. All the best to you and your family.
Henry

FB xxfluffybunny # Wednesday, September 22, 2010 3:32:33 PM

Thanks everyone, your comments are touching.

K4, Dan, Anton, Yum... You're on my Facebook anyway so I'll keep in touch - I'll message you all my private email address to keep in touch.

Thanks Henry and Alexi

Will miss you all

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AntonCaptainSeagull # Thursday, September 23, 2010 1:44:22 AM

I don't have a facebook

cool trickABHINAV202020 # Thursday, September 30, 2010 3:52:36 PM

will miss u....

LéazzBabyJay99 # Wednesday, October 13, 2010 1:26:52 AM

More and more friends are leaving OC..

Good luck and keep in touch Leila

FB xxfluffybunny # Monday, November 8, 2010 4:59:13 PM

Originally posted by BabyJay99:

More and more friends are leaving OC.. Good luck and keep in touch Leila

Unfortunately when you've put as much hard work into a community and get nothing in return, it's demoralising. Keep in touch lovely. I'll miss you xxx

Sakurasakuradung # Friday, December 10, 2010 7:03:02 PM

Like a bird reaches higher and higher, may you go futher ahead in your life!

My best wishes are with you

angelopolveroso # Thursday, December 30, 2010 3:33:26 PM

We will miss you, Leila. Opera should not bypass any partnerships offerings, specially when they come from people so skilled as you (and your team) – not wanting extend me too much, Opera CRM to Opera Browser end users should be better, too. Congratulations for all awards and mentions. The other day I had great help from tips4pc dot com, a site maintained by a woman

She is also on facebook.

Unregistered user # Wednesday, February 9, 2011 2:30:14 PM

Anonymous writes: Oh, give me a freaking break. People generally do something because they love and respect it and *want* to do it. If you do anything for any other reason, if you have any other motive (self-aggrandizement, self-promotion) in mind, then you're doing it for the wrong reasons. I cannot begin to count the backs this "lovely flower" has stepped over, the countless brains she picked, THANKLESSLY, to get her leg up in the OC. Those are the things that I won't forget and when I read this "missive" it made me want to vomit. The OC is well rid of selfish, ego-maniacal people like this. I find it ironic that she cries out for respect and recognition and yet can't be bothered to give that same respect or recognition (or a simple "thank you") when it is warranted. Treat others as you wish to be treated. Failed miserably, there, didn't ya? Bottom line: If you love Opera, promote it. But only because you love it and use it. Not because you think it can further your own ends. If you don't, then get out. Good riddance. I for one won't be missing you.

Lucas LVL LVDL # Thursday, September 15, 2011 2:59:05 PM

Originally posted by dmfalmeida:

You will be missed and your decision has my support. You're right about all you wrote.

B-bye

as noted

Originally posted by anonymous:

Anonymous writes:

Oh, give me a freaking break. People generally do something because they love and respect it and *want* to do it. If you do anything for any other reason, if you have any other motive (self-aggrandizement, self-promotion) in mind, then you're doing it for the wrong reasons. I cannot begin to count the backs this "lovely flower" has stepped over, the countless brains she picked, THANKLESSLY, to get her leg up in the OC. Those are the things that I won't forget and when I read this "missive" it made me want to vomit. The OC is well rid of selfish, ego-maniacal people like this.

I find it ironic that she cries out for respect and recognition and yet can't be bothered to give that same respect or recognition (or a simple "thank you") when it is warranted. Treat others as you wish to be treated. Failed miserably, there, didn't ya?

Bottom line: If you love Opera, promote it. But only because you love it and use it. Not because you think it can further your own ends. If you don't, then get out. Good riddance. I for one won't be missing you.

as noted, whoever you are. Hum anonymous, whats your name, btw?