HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, SODA SHOP!!
That's right, the Soda Shop Message Boards is 13 years old!
I myself have really enjoyed being here for some of those years. I recall that when I was first exploring the Adventures in Odyssey online fan communities, I initially was very cynical and overly cautious about online communities. However, as I lurked and read through topics, I found that it was a great community made of people who came together from everywhere to discuss Adventures in Odyssey and made some fun memories along the way. It was a place that I wanted to be a part of. My biggest regret is not joining here sooner. I have enjoyed being here and serving as part of the team and I eagerly look forward to serving y'all further!
Anyone else who would like to say some words in honor of the occasion, feel free to speak! I always look with respect to those who came before and have been here from the early days, so if y'all are out there reading, we would love to hear from you!
Let the celebrations begin! Along with a nice banner, I have ordered a full course meal (excluding spaghetti after receiving criticism after last year...
) along with snacks and desserts! 