Changes on Steem For Ladies
My dearest friends,
There comes a time in our lives when we need to make a change. Well, today is one of those days.
As I sit down to write this post, my heart is brimming with gratitude and nostalgia. It’s not often that one gets to be part of a community that feels like a second family, but that’s precisely what Steem For Ladies has become for me.
Today, I want to take a moment to reflect on my journey, celebrate the highlights, and extend a heartfelt thank you to each of you.
Steem For Ladies was created on November 25, 2022, by @liasteem.
She asked me if I would like to join the community as moderator which I declined. I told her that I was willing to be an advisor and help where I could. Soon I found myself helping out, and as of February 2023, I took over the booming votes.
Not long after that, I was made admin and was thrown into the deep end. I had no option but to take over the day-to-day running of the community as @liasteem took leave, and that is where I have been ever since. For eighteen months, Steem For Ladies was the community that I served, often putting my own blog and family second.
In June of this year, I was approached by @liasteem, who wanted to be involved in the community again. As the founder of the community, I have no problem handing it over to her. It was her baby, and now a growing toddler.
I’ve decided to not only hand it over to her but to step down as administrator, as it is the right thing to do. Besides, I can do with a break.
It is with joy in my heart that I can tell you that @Ruthjoe will be joining @liasteem as administrator and staying on as moderators will be @vishwara, @ninapenda, @m-fdo, @fannyescobar, and @aviral123.
I wish you girls all the success. You can do it!
Some highlights.
- When I joined, there were +/- 100 subscribers with 733.88 SP. The community now has over 3,000 subscribers.
- Steem For Ladies is part of the Booming vote program. This week, 2,700 votes were submitted for a booming vote.
- The community has been part of the Steem Engagement Challenge on numerous occasions.
- The average active post for the last year has been 150+ posts.
- I’ve put together a moderator training program that proved to be successful not only in Steem For Ladies but also in other communities.
But it is not about the celebration of achievements. It is a testament to the incredible spirit of collaboration and encouragement that defines Steem For Ladies.
I will always cherish the way we build this community together, and I thank you all from the bottom of my heart.
To the moderators, past and present, your role in nurturing this community has been nothing short of extraordinary. You’ve handled every challenge with grace and wisdom, ensuring that Steem For Ladies remains a place where everyone feels valued and heard. Thank you for your support, your tireless work, your patience, and your unwavering commitment to making this community successful.
Last but not least, the Steemit Team. You are aware of my intentions and I thank you for listening. In my heart I know this is the right decision and the best solution.
Building a community from scratch is no easy task if there is no support. With your continuous support it was done. Thank you!
It is my wish that you will continue supporting this community. I can guarantee you that I will put the correct measurements in place before I “sign off.”
My friends, my journey on Steem For Ladies was filled with learning, growth, and cherished memories. Though I may be stepping down, I have formed special bonds with so many of you, and I know we will continue to be Steemit friends and support each others posts.
I leave with a sense of fulfillment and a smile on my face, knowing that not only have I worked hard in this community but SteemFor Ladies will continue to flourish and inspire.
Your friend
@patjewell
CC: @steemcurator01
Why is the @steemladies community account being powered down?
Good morning
I have kept you in the loop about what was happening, how I had to pick up the community, and the hard work that I've put in. I have also informed you of my intention to power down after I gave you the three options I was left with.
What I've also asked is the following:
I want to ask again, don't penalize the community.
I've read the Steemit Community Guidelines and I can see no reason why the community should be penalized.
I am proud to say that I am leaving a strong community behind regardless of the partial power down, and as I have said, I will continue supporting it.
Unfortunate.
Indeed, bad luck it is.
How I wish I thought twice about picking up the community when it was in trouble,.
Then on the other hand, I also know myself.
Mi querida amiga @Patjewell
Eres un ser maravilloso e inspirador.
Leer esta despedida me llena de nostalgia, pero, también veo tu trabajo en ésta y otras comunidades y me inspiras.
Gracias a tu guía y apoyo estoy dando pasos firmes en Steemit.
Aún recuerdo tu invitación a crear una publicación para darle voz a lo inanimado.
Mi corazón te Compañó cuando perdiste a tu mascota.
En steem for ladies publiqué la travesía de mi operación de cataratas. Y hace poco compartir el proceso del ojo.
Eres una gran maestra. Lástima que perdí tus instrucciones para aprender a moderar en una comunidad.
Espero seguir leyendo tus instructivas publicaciones, siempre aprendo algo de ti.
Recibe un gran abrazo, desde Venezuela. Te queremos 🙋🏽😘😘😘😘
My dearest friend!
Thank you for these beautiful words and thank you for being part of Steem For Ladies.
This is not the end of our Steemit friendship as I am not going anywhere.
Now I will have more time to read also those wonderful posts of friends like you and also to post more regurlarly.
As for my guidelance regarding how to be a moderator, you have just given me a great idea.
Teaching Steemians has always been a passion for me and I can share these guidelines in posts. I've always been of the opinion that the best way to learn Steemit is by being a moderator.
Keep on posting!
Thank you, a big hug right back at you!
(づ๑•ᴗ•๑)づꕤ
Apply for the Teaching Team or as a challenger, good moderators, and curators are needed. In Monkey Business we talked about it and it could make Steemit stronger. See the comment contest in SBL or the topic communities in SCB.
Thanks I will have a look.
As for applying, not this month. I need to finish the books and enjoy the break a bit longer. (•ิ‿•ิ)
💞
Querida @patjewell
Esta comunidad es especial para mi, pues fue la primera en darme la oportunidad de ser moderadora y gracias a ti aprendí mucho con tus buenos consejos y mística de trabajo.
Tus consejos siempre serán valiosos para mi y se que eres parte importante de stemmit.
Se que seguirás ayudando porque te gusta hacerlo.
Saludos!
Hello, my friend!
You've put a smile on my face. You know me all too well. (•ิ‿•ิ)
I can teach you, but if you don't practice what you have learned, it is worth nothing. Well, you have risen to the occasion. I've been watching you from a distance, and I can only say... Well done!
Indeed, I will continue helping where it is needed.
Best wishes! 🎕
I can't believe am crying 😭 because of this new change in steem ladies community. When I saw this post, quickly I click on it to read about the new change but unfortunate, its become something I see tears rolling down from my eyes 😭. This is so sad, I feel very bad.
Although am not posting frequent in ladies community as before but yet you play a motherly part that makes the community a lovable place to be .
Well, since you've stated the reason of your leaving and you've taken a step already, I wish to continue learning from your post in steemit family.
Truly, steem for ladies will miss you. Personally, I want to say, I love you and I will miss you as well 😭.
Awh! Now you also have me in tears.
But, yeah, this is not the end. I am still going to support the community 100%, and I am not going anywhere.
You will still see me around.
PS: I love you just as much! 💙
You were one of the first Steemians I helped on the platform.
Yea, you're right mum, thanks very much 💕💕
Hello my dear lady.
I found out about this thanks to the conversation I had with Mrs. @mariami and since then I have been worried and I come with the intention of supporting your decision, because I am a witness to the dedication you gave to the community during the departure of the founder @liasteem.
What I read in your post made me realize that you have a good heart and giving Ms. @liasteem a second chance was the best decision.
I also want to tell you very strongly that if you are thinking about creating a community, do not hesitate to call me, because you have earned my trust and affection.
Many blessings..🙏🏻
Tan linda Dios mioooo, está niña vale oro en toda su esencia, nunca la cambies @pandora eres sublime mi niña. Por cierto, de ser posible el referido proyecto me incluyen en ese equipo jajaja . Abrazos y Bendiciones.
I can echo this! I've always told her that she is so special, that her mom can be very proud of her, and that she must never change.
She is a golden star! ⭐
May her star be blessed and shine for many more years to come.
Thank you for your beautiful words, my little friend.
Yes, I wanted to hand the community over to the founder, but make no mistake, I also needed a break.
With the help of the positive moderators, they can continue growing the community.
Thank you for the part that you have also played in building the community. I have told the Steemit team of my intentions to say thank you to all of you. Those who are no longer moderators and those who are still there.
He deserves to rest.🤗❤️
Although I am sad that you are leaving us. But believe me, getting to know you has been amazing. You have been a great teacher, always there to listen, correct and encourage.
Mum! As I have always called you. Your understanding and the ways you handle matters is surely like a mother does to her children. I am proud to say you have been my faithful mum. I love you always and I wish you all the best.
This is not the end, as our path we cross again and we will keep in touch. I accept the responsibility to serve in such capacity and I hope and pray that I make you proud.
Cheers!
Hello, our new admin lady!
I don't think you realize what joy it gives me to write this. Gosh, I am even shedding a tear. I have my hubby just looking at me.
You have risen to the occasion, and you have shown me what a powerhouse you can be.
I am super proud of you!
I know you will give it your best. By doing that, I will be the happiest Steemit mommy on earth.
Oh yes, it is not the end. I am still here to help the two of you and will not leave you before you tell me to leave.
Best wishes! 🎕
I don't want to believe that you are leaving one of the most rocking communities on Steemit but then the reasons best known to you. As a curator, I always opened this community first thing hoping to find something interesting, and never felt disappointed. My best wishes to you for your future venture!
Thank you for the kind words. ☕
As I've said, I am giving it back to founder. That is where it belongs.
All I want to do now is take it easy and focus on what I like and that is reading, writing and helping .
But I saw your footprints all over the community including contests and even the mods' comments template. I hope the current admins continue the trend.
(•ิ‿•ิ)
I'm sure they will. I gave them a document on what to do, what to use, etc., and I also created a WhatsApp group for the three of us.
I won't leave them until they tell me that they are ready.
Dear @patjewell, you definitely made this community strong and popular, it is well known and we all feel ourselves like home here.
It is not easy to be an admin because you do everything to make sure your "baby" is strong enough and you can pull back a bit.
I hope you will enjoy your time and hopefully your family will have more of you now.
Will see us around :)
Hello!
It was so nice to see your posts in SFL these last couple of weeks. It was almost like a sign of "You've arrived," that cherry on top.
If there is one person who knows what goes into running a community, it is you. It was a tough 18 months for me.
My family is delighted! Our morning started with tea in bed and cricket highlights. (•ิ‿•ิ)
PS: I am looking forward to crossing paths on another level.
It's a grief for us and sorry to hear to know that you are leaving. Sometimes it becomes hard to continue our life through a number of activities and we have to step down from a few responsibilities to manage our life Inna more productive way.
Oh yes, you are right. Life is all taking decisions for the better.
BUT, I am only leaving as administrator of this community. I am not leaving Steemit, with the result that you will still see plenty of me.
Hello my very good friend @patjewell, what a shame to read that today you close this successful cycle within this your Steem For Ladies community, I hope very soon to see you in new things and be part of new projects full of successes ...
With much appreciation to you...
@wilmer1988 🇻🇪👍🏼
I can also greet you as, "Hello, my good friend," as that is what you are to me as well.
In my heart, I know I am doing the right thing; therefore, I appreciate your good wishes even more. Only time will tell.
For now, I just want to enjoy my blog and read posts without any pressure.
Keep safe!