Que Sera Sera Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 And now, the end is near, And so I face the final curtain. My friends, I'll say it clear; I'll state my case of which I'm certain. I've lived a life that's full - I've travelled each and every highway. And more, much more than this, I did it my way. Regrets? I've had a few, But then again, too few to mention. I did what I had to do And saw it through without exemption. I planned each charted course - Each careful step along the byway, And more, much more than this, I did it my way. Yes, there were times, I'm sure you knew, When I bit off more than I could chew, But through it all, when there was doubt, I ate it up and spit it out. I faced it all and I stood tall And did it my way. I've loved, I've laughed and cried, I've had my fill - my share of losing. But now, as tears subside, I find it all so amusing. To think I did all that, And may I say, not in a shy way - Oh no. Oh no, not me. I did it my way. For what is a man? What has he got? If not himself - Then he has naught. To say the things he truly feels And not the words of one who kneels. The record shows I took the blows And did it my way. Yes, it was my way. :shocked::swoon: Thanks so much PIO its been great. But all great things must come to an end and after years of being on here, tonight I realised that I dont really serve much purpose anymore. Everyone knows how I feel about my new life, after 10 months of living in this place I still love it every damn bit and am now counting down the days until I can become a Citizen:jiggy::biggrin: The visa process has changed beyond recognition to me, and recent arrivals here have had so many different experiences to those when I arrived that I dont want to give out misleading information. :goofy::chatterbox: To those still trying to get here all the very best to you and beleive me its worth every damn minute of struggle. To those that are here, try to remember what brought you here in the beginning and to those that are heading back to the UK, good luck to you all. Thanks for many years of fun PIO:notworthy::notworthy::notworthy: P.S left you with a picture of my Son and Hubby enjoying one of our many free days out ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l1sa Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 OHHHH. I'll really miss reading your posts. You were a positive light shining through some of the tough times. I'm so glad everything's worked out for you. Lisa XXX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 Your quote "Thanks so much PIO its been great. But all great things must come to an end and after years of being on here, tonight I realised that I dont really serve much purpose anymore. Everyone knows how I feel about my new life, after 10 months of living in this place I still love it every damn bit and am now counting down the days until I can become a Citizen" Oi you, get your backside on that chair and keep on posting; your input is all the more valuable to those intending to move to the south west of WA and certainly more positive than many. Your new ideas will certainly help others...:yes: Cheers, Bobj. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petals Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 I agree with Bob, do not disappear altogether, understand that PIO takes up precious time, however you can help so many with your experience as time goes by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mallam Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 See ya mate hopefully one day...keep enjoying your life....bye for now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest siamsusie Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 QSS, I have loved your posts, please come back after having a rest. Love Susie xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janine the party queen Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 Bye,Bye for now hopefully you will be back soon xxxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest30085 Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 Ah thats a shame QS - I hope you do come back eventually. Youre one of the nicer people on here :hug: In the meantime - be happy and be good :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 Thank you for all your contributions ... I will say that I personally feel that you have so much more to offer and if you need a fix you know how to find us. Luv Ali xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PommyPaul Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 ahh its sad to hear your leaving!! i do know where your coming from though, keep on loving life and great karma and happyiness too you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackboots Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Lovely post , so glad your happy here .. as has been said its sad when people go .. im sure you have lots of experience and wise words for people to hear .. all the best for you and yours ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest17301 Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 I'm so glad your happy Cath, I know how you feel, when you've had so much to do with PIO as a UK escapee then from the other side.....there comes a point where its just not 'as' relevant as before. But you may well feel the need for a sneaky peek now and again and am sure you will be welcomed back with open arms. Best of luck for your families future, enjoy your lives to the fullest xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest31881 Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 You cannot just up and leave, we need sane posters on here, we have enough of the other sort, and just think how valuable your knowledge of your area could be to new members.:biggrin::biggrin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest siamsusie Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 You cannot just up and leave, we need sane posters on here, we have enough of the other sort, and just think how valuable your knowledge of your area could be to new members.:biggrin::biggrin: Oh how I agree there Colin... sane, intelligent, non biatchy, positive, a sad loss to PIO ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 A lovely post Cath, but I am sorry to say we are not able to accept your resignation. Good try though:tongue: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Ropey HOFF Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Nobody wants you to go, so.................. you have to stay............ end of. lol Take a break, write a book, travel, find god, but................ come back re-energised and just.......... think about it. All the best what ever you do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PontePom Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 When you're actually living here you'll always be able to offer advice to others and I think you'll always be an asset to the site because of this. I believe there are some members that are in the UK offering old advice about Australia as things have changed so much since we arrived 7-8 months ago I only stay on the forum so that I might be able to help someone with a question and give them an up to date response. I quit several forums and stepped down as mod on 2 also when I left the UK and I'm only active on 2 now because they can rule your life and living here in Australia there is so much more to do than forums hehe But I guess you can only make this decision yourself... Good luck if you do decide to leave Howard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest36187 Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 All the best with whatever you do. Sometimes a break away is all you need but only you know what is right for you. Follow your heart x x x Joanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyman Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 QSS ,i dont really know you that well,but i do know your well liked on here and your post are always positive ..............hope you stick around.....................:yes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VickyMel Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 All the very best Cath, so pleased things are going well for you and your family. Over the last few years I have laughed and cried with you on your journey - thank you for sharing it with me (and others) it certainly helped keep me sanish as I struggled along during the tough times. Hope you rather just take a break from us and pop in every now and then. But I know where you are coming from and wish you well for the future. Vicky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest juliemtaylor Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 So long and thanks for all the fish.. Glad you are loving it, we bought kayaks too and have new lives out here too. Maybe come back in a year and an update? Julie x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NeilEB Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Hey QSS, Please don't leave if you think that you aren't relevant anymore - you are! If you want to leave because of the time it takes up then fair enough, but you are still relevant!! :biggrin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockola57 Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Don't you dare do that!You are part of the Family here!Have a blow,then get back to where you belong.Love yer.:biggrin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyCoyles Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 I understand where you are coming from. Been in Melbourne for nearly 3 years now and everything relating to the immigration process has changed so much. I have shared all the knowledge I have on various subjects and our life in Melbourne. Reached out to and met a few people who have moved to the same area as us and tried to arrange a few meets that got rained off! It has been a real help and hopefully I have collectively helped others during discussions. All I can say as a final note is; Give it your best shot regardless of where you are in the process. Goodbye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cartertucker Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Stay.....Please dont leave forever :sad: Just pop in when you fancy it ~ Now I have a baby, I dont get much time on the internet, but when I do....I always pop in on PIO :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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