My last day working for EdenFantasys is May 13th ...but this isn’t goodbye!

Contributor: Victoria Victoria
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Originally posted by Owl Identified
Victoria, you really actually will be missed sorely by me. This sounds stupid, but please know that I felt an actual drop in my stomach when I read the thread. While things are always in flux and people do and should change and evolve - and I love ... more
Oh, Sex & Law / Owl Identified / awesomepants, you made me cry, girl!!!! I am about to head out to an fundraiser art auction thingy, but I HAD to respond real quick....your words carry a lot of weight for me. And that's not a bad thing! I have struggled at times when working for Eden and the thing that always kept me going was the community and my coworkers.. knowing that even if some people didn't appreciate my hard work, I mattered to my team and I mattered to the contributors! It was a real lifeboat at times!

Thanks you VERY Much for comments about the industry in general - I like to think that I am leading by example and that someone sees my intentions. I am SO glad that you understood where I was coming from all along. It seriously makes me feel that the deeper meaning behind that work has left a lasting impressions...and I am so thankful for that!!!

This was an emotionally heavy few years for me... and this change is a big deal, for my heart and my mind. But it's one I need. To commemorate my last day at Eden, I went on a late lunch break today and got tattooed actually. Capturing this moment in my life, leaving the indelible mark on me... the symbolism is entirely intentional

Wanna see?

Well... I have to run... it's almost 8pm here. MUCH LOVE

I will be back to check in ~ no worries!
05/13/2011
Contributor: Illusional Illusional
*HUGS* I WILL MISS YOU!
05/13/2011
Contributor: Misfit Momma Misfit Momma
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Originally posted by Victoria
Oh, Sex & Law / Owl Identified / awesomepants, you made me cry, girl!!!! I am about to head out to an fundraiser art auction thingy, but I HAD to respond real quick....your words carry a lot of weight for me. And that's not a bad thing! I ... more
Was happy to start getting to know you better and will miss you too! You've got me on Facebook & Skype, don't be a stranger
05/13/2011
Contributor: Darling Jen Darling Jen
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Originally posted by Owl Identified
Victoria, you really actually will be missed sorely by me. This sounds stupid, but please know that I felt an actual drop in my stomach when I read the thread. While things are always in flux and people do and should change and evolve - and I love ... more
Ditto to everything OI said. She put into words everything I was reaching for and just could articulate. Beautiful, gorgeous words, by the way, girl. V is an amazing woman and brought a really feeling of welcoming community to this online forum. Unjudgemental, ever-patient, professional, and super approachable. Not to mention she spent so much time with us at forum parties and discussions so she was really part of us and not just an invisible staff member.

It will be just a little emptier without her. (One less bell to answer...) But, Victoria, you better visit often because we just won't allow you to leave us all for good!!!

And Happy Friday the 13th!
05/14/2011
Contributor: Darling Jen Darling Jen
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Originally posted by BBW Talks Toys
If our people are that creepy-lookin', I'm nixing the meetup idea!
I do believe that's Joseph and his amazing technicolor dream-coat in there. >_<
05/14/2011
Contributor: Darling Jen Darling Jen
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Originally posted by Victoria
Oh, Sex & Law / Owl Identified / awesomepants, you made me cry, girl!!!! I am about to head out to an fundraiser art auction thingy, but I HAD to respond real quick....your words carry a lot of weight for me. And that's not a bad thing! I ... more
I was wondering how it came out! Awesome!!!
05/14/2011
Contributor: ScottA ScottA
Good luck in your future career - you'll be missed.
05/14/2011
Contributor: Jobthingy Jobthingy
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Originally posted by Victoria
Oh, Sex & Law / Owl Identified / awesomepants, you made me cry, girl!!!! I am about to head out to an fundraiser art auction thingy, but I HAD to respond real quick....your words carry a lot of weight for me. And that's not a bad thing! I ... more
I LOVE IT!
05/14/2011
Contributor: Owl Identified Owl Identified
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Originally posted by Victoria
Oh, Sex & Law / Owl Identified / awesomepants, you made me cry, girl!!!! I am about to head out to an fundraiser art auction thingy, but I HAD to respond real quick....your words carry a lot of weight for me. And that's not a bad thing! I ... more
AHHHHH! AWESOME! That is adorable and clever and the green is so...green! That probably really makes the others at EF smile a lot It's very sweet. And yes, you have made an impression and your work really doesn't go unnoticed. I'm glad that you can leave knowing that!
05/15/2011
Contributor: ~LaUr3n~ ~LaUr3n~
Good luck to you Victoria!
05/15/2011
Contributor: Darling Jen Darling Jen
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Originally posted by Owl Identified
AHHHHH! AWESOME! That is adorable and clever and the green is so...green! That probably really makes the others at EF smile a lot It's very sweet. And yes, you have made an impression and your work really doesn't go unnoticed. I'm glad ... more
It just occurred to me! Is the green in the background of your tattoo supposed to be the green color around your EF avatar? Or just silly coincidence?
05/15/2011
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
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Originally posted by Victoria
Dear incredible loving amazing community,

This is a hard thread to write! But I wanted you to hear it from me. I told my Eden teammates last week and now that we’re starting to transition the management of things, it’s time to tell you. ... more
WOW what heavy news. I know this is a step for the better for you and you deserve it, Lady! I remember when you toddled into the fray all new and unsure and stuff...you changed this place and I think it was for the better. You made pink hair a fashion MUST!

The staff we have working most closely with us were, and ARE part of the community and that has allowed them to be so damn closely connected to the community that we have achieved Fred's original mission statement and exceeded it. Much love to you guys.

Good luck 'In the Pink' (see I remember...LOL) I look forward to celebrating where ever you turn up next.
05/16/2011
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
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Originally posted by Tuesday
You said not to be sad, but how can I help it?

Carrie Ann has been tremendously helpful and kind. She deserves a raise in my opinion. Customer Service is responsive and helpful too.

I hope your new adventure, whatever it is, goes well.
Carrie deserves a parade....full of cherry dongs and molded chocolate penises! Not the cut rate stuff either...Godiva Chocolate. In lieu of that a raise would be good...
05/16/2011
Contributor: Victoria Victoria
I can now tell you about my new job...the word is out...Actually, my smiling face is on the homepage of AVN *right now*!

I am the new Director of Marketing for Tantus Inc!

The full story is here: Tantus Creates Dedicated Marketing Team, Names Victoria Bowman-Steinour Director

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YAY

Thank you, everyone, for your kind words over the last few weeks. I you guys!
05/17/2011
Contributor: Tori Rebel Tori Rebel
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Originally posted by Victoria
I can now tell you about my new job...the word is out...Actually, my smiling face is on the homepage of AVN *right now*!

I am the new Director of Marketing for Tantus Inc!

The full story is here: Tantus Creates Dedicated Marketing Team, ... more
CONGRATS!!! I've been out of touch with EF lately so I didn't get to formally acknowledge your leaving til now - and while you will be missed by myself and everyone here TERRIBLY - it's good to know you're still close by!!! You were one of the first people that really stood out to me in this community when I joined and while EF will always still be a kind of home to me, it won't be quite the same without you.

Love and hugs and no goodbyes, just see ya' around from one original Jersey girl to another
05/17/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
Quote:
Originally posted by Victoria
I can now tell you about my new job...the word is out...Actually, my smiling face is on the homepage of AVN *right now*!

I am the new Director of Marketing for Tantus Inc!

The full story is here: Tantus Creates Dedicated Marketing Team, ... more
Congratulations! You are perfect for the job!

(Does that mean you and Gary are moving to Las Vegas?)
05/17/2011
Contributor: P'Gell P'Gell
Good luck at Tantus, Victoria. I know you will do a great job there.
05/17/2011
Contributor: Victoria Victoria
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Originally posted by Kindred
Congratulations! You are perfect for the job!

(Does that mean you and Gary are moving to Las Vegas?)
Nope. I will travel more - starting with flying out there for a week tomorrow, but I am not moving to Reno And Gary has no plans to leave Eden at this time. So we're staying in Philly! We've lived here nearly 20 years, and I've been in the same house for 16 years (and Gary moved in over 4 years ago) - so this is home!
05/17/2011
Contributor: Selective Sensualist Selective Sensualist
Quote:
Originally posted by Victoria
I can now tell you about my new job...the word is out...Actually, my smiling face is on the homepage of AVN *right now*!

I am the new Director of Marketing for Tantus Inc!

The full story is here: Tantus Creates Dedicated Marketing Team, ... more
Awesome, congratulations! Tantus is an amazing company, so you are going from one great place to another great place.

I think you need business cards made that look just like this. I love how your pink hair is contrasted with the black; it's lovely!
05/17/2011
Contributor: Bunnycups Bunnycups
Quote:
Originally posted by Victoria
I can now tell you about my new job...the word is out...Actually, my smiling face is on the homepage of AVN *right now*!

I am the new Director of Marketing for Tantus Inc!

The full story is here: Tantus Creates Dedicated Marketing Team, ... more
Wow, that's great! Congratulations!! Tantus is lucky to have you.
05/17/2011
Contributor: Antipova Antipova
Congratulations to you and Tantus both! It should be a wonderful partnership.
05/18/2011
Contributor: Darling Jen Darling Jen
Congrats, Victoria!!! That is so majorly awesome! I LOVE Tantus!

And congrats to Tantus too cause they're getting an awesome woman for the job!
05/18/2011
Contributor: liilii080 liilii080
I love Tantus even more now! You will be wonderful in your new position and we'll be seein you around here
05/18/2011