It's Time

Well, we're about done with all that technical stuff you don't care about, and now it's time to flip the switch. Read on for an announcement of some scheduled downtime and what to expect over the next few days.

We've been in progress for over a month now on a complete overhaul of the computer systems that power all of Splitcoast, including the gallery. Next up is the big move � switching off the old systems, and switching on the new.

The new systems will enable us to handle a larger volume of traffic, and also give us the ability to quickly add more capacity as we need it.

Here's the plan. The last bit of work that we need to do will require some downtime. We'll take the site down at approximately 8:00 PM (pacific) tonight - Saturday. We'll complete our final work and have the site back up within 24 hours or less, by Sunday evening.

During this time we'll be "re-pointing" the site address � splitcoaststampers.com � to the new servers. Think of it like filing a change of address kit with the Post Office. These changes take time to propagate throughout the internet, so once the changeover is complete, when you try to reach us at "splitcoaststampers.com" it may take a while (perhaps 12-24 hours) before your computer understands that we've moved to a new location. Bottom line: we'll be back up on Sunday, but you may not reach us until Monday morning.

Most of the changes won't be visible, but some will, and we'll detail those once the site is back up on Sunday. Most important � the gallery should be much faster, all the time. The restrictions we placed on access will be removed, and the gallery will again be open to all Splitcoast members. And a new visual design in the gallery and forums will show up throughout the site in the coming days.

All good plans are subject to complete failure, but we'll do our best to stick to what we've outlined above. Stay tuned for further updates!


Posted by: daven on Nov 11, 05 | 6:55 pm


COMMENTS

Sounds great !!!I can't wait. Yipeeee!!!!!!! I'm sure you have all been working long hours on this and I for one am very grateful to you. Can't wait to see the changes.

LIZZYSTAMPING | Nov 12, 05 | 2:44 am

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THANK YOU! You and your dedicated associates deserve much graditude. I believe we SCSers deeply appreciate the community you have created here.

Danette | Nov 12, 05 | 2:47 am

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Thanks for all your hard work. Can't wait to see all the changes.

MWDStamp | Nov 12, 05 | 2:52 am

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We're praying all goes smoothly! Your hard work is about to "show off." Thanks for doing what you do so well --can't wait to see the changes AND, let me take a moment to tell everyone that it is well-worth the money for the Fan Club to support this site and team! Go, SCS! Best darn stampin' site on the net!

Vicky Gould | Nov 12, 05 | 3:00 am

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Congrats on your latest accomplishments. What a withdrawl we've been going through! Thanks for all your hard work and dedication! :0)

Lynda | Nov 12, 05 | 3:04 am

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I can't wait!! Thank you so much for everything you do behind the scenes to make SCS the best place on the web. You are all awesome!!

Krista | Nov 12, 05 | 3:07 am

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Thank you so much for all you've been doing. Most companies just shut everything down to upgrade, but you've managed to keep it going most of the time. I love this site so much I forget I have stamping to do, it's so much fun. Can't wait to see the changes.

lacyquilter | Nov 12, 05 | 3:09 am

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Good luck and may the burn and crash fairy stay far, far, far away.

serialpurrs | Nov 12, 05 | 3:17 am

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You guys are so great. So many of us enjoy and use this sight, and although we hate it when its down, we promise to be patient. As we know it for our own good. Thank you Daven and all those working with you to upgrade your service. I'm sure your have one of the top pages in the scrapebook of life. Again thanks.

maryann grove | Nov 12, 05 | 3:28 am

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Hope everything goes well. Maybe SCS being down will be a good excuse to get some stamping done ;)

Good luck!

Amanda_Sewell | Nov 12, 05 | 3:35 am

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Do you guys ever take a weekend off?! Thanks for all of your hard work -- can't wait to see all of the new goodies.

jostamper | Nov 12, 05 | 3:46 am

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Thanks for working so hard to keep SCS the best place on the web! After the new system is up and running, I hope you guys can take some well deserved R&R. Thanks again.

pamelak | Nov 12, 05 | 4:05 am

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Davin, Thank You for all the many, many hours of hard work that you have given to SCS so that all of us can enjoy a this outstanding site. Hopefully after all the changes you will be able to have your own life again and spend more time with your wife and family. AGAIN,THANKS SO MUCH TO YOU AND TRACY FOR YOUR VISION,CARE AND SACRIFICE FOR SCS.
Looking forward to the upgrade.
We are praying for a smooth transition.
Good Luck.
Marcie

woodmarc | Nov 12, 05 | 4:22 am

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Sounds great! I've been thinking of you guys and wondering how it is all going! :)

Rebekah | Nov 12, 05 | 4:35 am

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Thanks SCS team!!! You are the GREATEST!

Kim Van De Riet | Nov 12, 05 | 4:53 am

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Thank you for all the work you do to keep us stampers happy!! You totally ROCK!!

~janice | Nov 12, 05 | 5:02 am

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Thank you for all your efforts. Love the site, and looking forward to the improvements. GOOD LUCK with the transition!!

Lisa | Nov 12, 05 | 5:08 am

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Daven, we can't thank you enough for all your hard work and energy you put into this Site. Can't wait to see all the improvements. Hopefully, those who haven't joined the Fan Club will be so impressed and grateful that they will jump on the bandwagon. Now for some stamping time.

mschoener | Nov 12, 05 | 5:36 am

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I am completely amazed and grateful of the dedication you have given this website! You all should be given volunteer of the year awards! The untold hours and commitment you all have donated to this cause is unbelievable. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart...thank you, thank you!!!

Adair | Nov 12, 05 | 5:47 am

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Thanks seems like a small word in comparison for all you do. This site is the best there is. I love the stampers and their giving spirit, and those of you behind the scenes making it all happen for the rest of us.

Kudos to you for all you do!

Joan | Nov 12, 05 | 5:58 am

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You guys are GREAT!!! I can't wait to see the improvements. THANK YOU!!!!

jenstamper | Nov 12, 05 | 6:09 am

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Thanks for all the hard work! I'm sure it will be great!

teastamper | Nov 12, 05 | 6:11 am

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Thanks for everything!! I can't wait to see the improvements. Thanks again for all your hard work.

Melissa2boys | Nov 12, 05 | 6:17 am

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WOW! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

Looks like I'll get to do some stamping tonight and watch a show!!! ;-)

WaterPixie | Nov 12, 05 | 6:18 am

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sounds "snazzy" can't wait to go "zooming" around the new and improved SCS!! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to this site!!!

Al | Nov 12, 05 | 6:19 am

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Daven & crew...You guys ROCK!!! Your dedication to this site is amazing, and because of your dedication this IS the most amazing site, EVER! Can’t wait to see what you have been cooking up.
Thanks for all the hard work.

newinker (Laurie) | Nov 12, 05 | 6:24 am

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Our hats are off to you! THANK YOU sooooo much!

afancycat (Julie C.) | Nov 12, 05 | 6:29 am

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Thank you so much. I really have missed you and am so looking forwaed to having access again. Air hugs to all you wonderful people.

evie | Nov 12, 05 | 7:08 am

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A BIG THANK YOU....Is not enough....but it comes from the bottom of my heart! I need to stamp and work on swaps anyway but my tummy is already hurting at the thought of the site being down. I know I am PITIFUL. Love and appreciation to you all.

Granny

Granny Hawkins | Nov 12, 05 | 7:16 am

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Thanks for the hard work guys!

Michelle Laycock | Nov 12, 05 | 7:25 am

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Daven & crew: You guys are the best! Thanks for all that you do.

Melanie Swanson | Nov 12, 05 | 7:31 am

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Daven and the Tech Crew--you guys ROCK!!! I can really only imagine the hours you guys have put in in the background, working on this transition. I'm plannin' to actually stamp and be productive during the minimal down time anticipated!!! Yea!!!

JulieHRR | Nov 12, 05 | 7:56 am

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Thanks for all you do!! Maybe now that the site will be down for a little while I'll actually get more stamping done instead of spending all our time in this site!! It is so much fun and so interesting that sometimes I spend all of my free time here instead of stamping.

Hope it all goes well for you guys without too much stress.

Vivian

ViviTrigue | Nov 12, 05 | 7:56 am

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I just want to say thank you for all your
hard work and dedication to this site.
I really love this site and think you have done a really great job.
Good luck on the change over tonight.
Blessings, Leticia

Leticia Barnes | Nov 12, 05 | 8:13 am

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All the hard work you've put into this site and the community of stampers is amazing! Thanks for your dedication! Looking forward to more great things at SCS!

lisastamper | Nov 12, 05 | 8:36 am

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I have no excuse for not getting the leaves raked tomorrow!
Thanks for all you do and hope that everything goes well - good luck!
You guys are AWESOME!!

Sherri | Nov 12, 05 | 8:56 am

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Thanks to you for all the hard work. I look forward to the new things.

stampsforfun2 | Nov 12, 05 | 9:14 am

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looking forward to it!

thanks for your hard work

jackie46 | Nov 12, 05 | 9:23 am

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Cool! Can't wait to see the new and improved SCS! :)

jkincolorado | Nov 12, 05 | 9:42 am

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I joined to give you some cash towards the up grades I think this is the best web site on the net...Much Thanks

DeeDee | Nov 12, 05 | 10:14 am

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Thanks HEAPS for all that you do to foster creativity here, Daven and Tracey (and all the others who give of their time and energies!) SCS is the BEST!!!

Debbie Olson | Nov 12, 05 | 10:29 am

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I can't begin to imagine the resources you've spent just in your time and energy, and with that I want to say THANK YOU and rock on!

rohla | Nov 12, 05 | 10:38 am

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Good Luck to you and the crew, hope it's a smooth transition too!

Joni | Nov 12, 05 | 10:59 am

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Thanks for all your hard work. It sounds exciting! Hope it goes smoothly for you.

Jus Colorado | Nov 12, 05 | 11:29 am

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THANK YOU for all of your hard work. I meant to shout the thanks!!!) Hopefully we will all wait patiently for the changes to take effect. DH might even get some computer time!!!

etsdas | Nov 12, 05 | 11:35 am

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Thank you Daven! Pretty sad that you have created such a "Cult" huh? How sad is it that everyone will actually have to stamp instead for a day! Hee hee! I am leaving on vacation tomorrow for a week, so I won't notice! Thank goodness! See you all in a week! Have fun! Thanks again!

lesarapp | Nov 12, 05 | 11:59 am

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All I can say is I'd wait two weeks if you told me it was necessary! This is the best site going and I appreciate your hard work and diligence! Thanks so much for all that you do so we can share so much with one another! You rock!!!!!

Tami Black | Nov 12, 05 | 12:15 pm

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There are no words or deeds to express enough my gratitude for all the site has done for me. Thank you to all of the Splitcoast Team and especially Tracy and Melissa for sharing your DHs with the rest of us.

This site has allowed me to look and play in awe. Pressing buttons without causing too much trouble has brought this techno challenged gal such JOY!

Wishing us all luck with the down time. Patience is indeed a virtue. We should allow you more time...and cross our fingers, one and all!

Lynn (twinks) | Nov 12, 05 | 12:21 pm

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There are no words or deeds to express enough my gratitude for all the site has done for me. Thank you to all of the Splitcoast Team and especially Tracy and Melissa for sharing your DHs with the rest of us.

This site has allowed me to look and play in awe. Pressing buttons without causing too much trouble has brought this techno challenged gal such JOY!

Wishing us all luck with the down time. Patience is indeed a virtue. We should allow you more time...and cross our fingers, one and all!

Lynn (twinks) | Nov 12, 05 | 12:21 pm

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THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU I can not wait to see the new changes and thanks for all the hard work that you guys have done.

inkyfingers4u | Nov 12, 05 | 12:27 pm

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I'm so excited!
Thank you very much for creating this site and maintaining the behemouth it's become.

LeahsCreations | Nov 12, 05 | 12:49 pm

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Yippee!!! I can't wait! :D

carebear530 | Nov 12, 05 | 1:23 pm

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Thank you! You have done a tremendous amount of work. This is a wonderful site! I'm worried about withdrawal when you are down, but figure it can be cured by stamping! lol

patrice | Nov 12, 05 | 1:25 pm

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Whoo-Hoo!!! I an't wait to see what the new gallery will be like!!! Thanks again!

Amylou | Nov 12, 05 | 2:00 pm

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You guys rock,hats off to you and everyone working to make it work!!

off_the_wall(donna) | Nov 12, 05 | 2:11 pm

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Hip Hip Hooray for Daven and his team. Migration is never easy and you guys are doing a great job! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!!

Debbi (stampinCPA) | Nov 12, 05 | 3:05 pm

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Daven's THE MAN!

jenn | Nov 12, 05 | 3:13 pm

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I don't know who to ask this question but here goes.When we click on the Gallery will we still be able to go to the alphebet and then to samples of cards that have been stamped with Stampin up stamps?

Anne | Nov 12, 05 | 3:15 pm

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Anne, yes we will :D

serialpurrs | Nov 12, 05 | 3:22 pm

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This site must truly be a labor of love for you, which is so evident by how awesome it is!!! Thank you so much for all you're doing to make this site so wonderful for us!

MichelleD | Nov 12, 05 | 3:30 pm

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THANK YOU! It hardly says enough for all you do. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

SunnyStamper | Nov 12, 05 | 3:31 pm

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Thanks for all you do! SCS is so awesome! I appreciate all of your hard work!!

Vera | Nov 12, 05 | 3:41 pm

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Thank you for all your hard work!! I will look forward to seeing what all your hard work looks like. I am having such fun with your site. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

stamphappy6805 | Nov 12, 05 | 5:07 pm

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Thank you so much for all of your hard work to make this site so nice for everyone. I appreciate your efforts and am anxious to see the new pages.
God Bless you, Rose

Rose | Nov 12, 05 | 5:28 pm

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Thank-you *SO* much for keeping the gallery free!! What a blessing!!

Stampin'momof3 | Nov 12, 05 | 5:41 pm

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WOO-HOO!! Here it is!! Its back!! Sunday nite at almost 11 pm!!! Havent checked the Gallery yet, but Im glad were back!!!! Thanks Daven and crew!!!!!
Tandra

Tandra | Nov 13, 05 | 7:53 pm

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i'm glad we're back!!! thanks daven and all the "behind the scenes" people for all your hard work and dedication put into the site!

catchmystar13 | Nov 13, 05 | 8:02 pm

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Thanks and *WOW* what a huge improvement. Thanks to all the dedicated people who spend so much time helping us to feed our addictions. I was having withdrawals!
PS to show support, join the fan club. I just tried 6 months and it was so worth it that I will definitely renew. Thanks again :)

jaydensmummy | Nov 13, 05 | 9:35 pm

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Good morning, trying to log on and it keeps saying the admin will need to add to the domain. Just asking as I am in the fan club and can not access the Dirty Dozen. thank you for your help and thank you for this site. This is the best site and everything is run so smoothly. It's just great so what ever you are doing you are doing right so please keep up the great job. Thank you again.

barbaraM | Nov 13, 05 | 11:55 pm

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Hey there - looks great! Am I allowed to upload photos? I tried this morning and it says I don't have permission. Thanks.

Carla | Nov 14, 05 | 12:18 am

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I am attempting to log in and I keep getting a message "In order to accept POST request originating from this domain, the admin must add this domain to the whitelist." What does this mean? Will I be able to log in and see my "favorites?" Thanks.

Kim Manders | Nov 14, 05 | 1:16 am

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FANTASTIC JOB! This is the reason this site is the first place we card creators come for inspiration! Keep up the great work!

kingmontmom | Nov 14, 05 | 1:22 am

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THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

I am so excited! Daven and Crew ~ you are the BEST!!!

MyPrecious | Nov 14, 05 | 2:03 am

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Well thank you thank you...It has been a long wait, and I have missed the gallery...but I am sure it was all worth the wait...thanks to each of you that work so hard for us to have this wonderful site and place to learn and grow...

Soni B | Nov 14, 05 | 2:12 am

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Thank you so much for all of your work! I know there's nothing easy about running servers, or switching them, especially as big as SCS is. Thank you so much for creating and maintaining such an awesome resource!!

AttachedAtTheHip | Nov 14, 05 | 5:43 am

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thank you so much for everything! i love this site and can't wait to get back and see all your hard work pay off!

vdub_fan | Nov 14, 05 | 11:48 am

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Hello,
I am having a great deal of difficulty accessing anything. The log in will not accept my whole name and I cannot view anything. Most of the forums are inoperable. Not happy, I have a paid membership to this site.

QueeniesScraps | Nov 14, 05 | 12:51 pm

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I cant seem to get on the gallery site to veiw all the card that was made is there a reason to this thanks.

bunny0012np | Nov 14, 05 | 1:45 pm

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I cant seem to get on the gallery site to veiw all the card that was made is there a reason to this thanks.

bunny0012np | Nov 14, 05 | 1:45 pm

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Still can not see gallery. I paid a membership and I am unable to view anything other than the home page.

Aimee | Nov 14, 05 | 2:43 pm

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I get to the home page and everything I click on will not open. I cannot access anything most of the time. I did the cookie thingy and finally got to this page. Can you help me please. I do have a paid membership. I cannot open the Gallery either.

MJ Fausneaucht | Nov 14, 05 | 3:00 pm

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I noticed many people having problems..I realize this site isn't working perfectly and know that there is still bugs..but, yes there are always buts, I just thought I would say what my problem is since I haven't noticed this being posted. Perhaps it is just my computer. I have cable connection so it should be pretty fast. When I hit the back button it won't always go back to the previous screen. Also, it's a toss up how to get into the gallery sometimes it works clicking on the word gallery at the top other times you have to click on the todays additions in the middle of the page. One other question. Does the site no longer have just the current cards added site under the Todays additions

missclickie | Nov 14, 05 | 3:21 pm

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Why do I keep getting "page cannot be displayed"? The site allows me to look at a couple of photos in the gallery but then after a couple, I get the message, same with the forums, tutorials, etc. Love the site & am very anxious to for things to be running as smoothly as they were prior to the upgrade.

Kari | Nov 14, 05 | 4:28 pm

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Hi, just wanted to thank you guys for getting such an informative blog
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