Hello Divas & Dudes:
Recently our hosting company decided to do upgrades across the board. In the process they’ve encountered some rather big bumps. Since we aren’t their first priority, naturally we would get the bulk of the unresolved issues. At the moment, we have decided not to change hosting just yet. We are ensured that these issues will be fixed. I believe that by the new year Kristen and I will decide which way to go. As you may noticed all our data is missing. This could be from the fact that they did not back us up before implementing the upgrades. I am optimistic the data will be recovered. If not, please be patient as we try to re-populate.
It’s ironic that we would have another major issue on our 3rd anniversary. It’s almost as if it’s a way to test RD. 
If we cannot recover the data, Kristen and I have decided we’ll start the new year fresh.
So, I ask that everyone continue to support us as we try to fix the little kinks. These challenges will only make our site grow stronger.
On another note, my computer has crashed so there is not a lot of things I will be able to take care of until I either 1) get it fixed 2) buy a new computer. In the event that you are panicking, don’t. We’ve got great people on our team including our whiz Alan Morgan on the job. YAY ALAN, WE LOVE YOU!!!!
I just wanted to also add that although RD is a familiar and addictive site, please be aware that we do have lives of our own and often times they are personal issues that will require us to be away. This is the holiday season, so with all these technical issues we are dealing with, please take time out for yourself and your family. There are a lot of behind-the-scenes issues that our members will never be aware of. I think that it’s important to emphasize that this is a great place to connect but we must connect with our own realities as well. I hope to give more updates once I receive them.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly at romancedivas@aol.com.
Have a safe and wonderful holiday season.
Thanks,
Jax & Kristen
Posted: Tuesday, December 11th, 2007 @ 11:17 am
Categories: Divas Speak.
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December 11th, 2007 at 12:27 pm
I am sorry this has to come during a time that most of our lives are so chaotic.
I hope the hosting company is able to recover the data, but if it isn’t, starting over can be exciting. The beautiful thing about Divas, beside its unwavering support, is its flexibility. Regardless of what happens, we are still a strong, solid group full of crazy, hard working writers.
And if you need any extra help, don’t forget to shout out!
Diva Jennifer
December 11th, 2007 at 2:32 pm
I’m sorry this had to happen, especially now. But like the other tests, Divas will prevail.
One of the best things is that Divas has become, at least for me, another family. People who support unconditionally, listen and understand without judgment. And while being without our other families can be a bit frustrating because we’re used to being able to pop in and out, just think of all the great writing we can get done.
And I’m sorry about your computer, that sucks. Been there and hope all your info isn’t lost.
I hope everything works out but like Jennifer said, starting over can be fun. And I’ll extend my offer to help as well.
December 11th, 2007 at 2:43 pm
Don’t be surprised if I contact BOTH of you for help next year. We’re growing and I’m wanting to expand…so we’ll need all the help we can get!
Thanks for your words and support!
December 11th, 2007 at 2:49 pm
Oh no! You’re computer died too!
I’m unable to log in to divas, but call me if you need me!!
If I ever get the midgets asleep early enough I’m calling you.
December 11th, 2007 at 2:52 pm
Hey Jax and Kristen – let me know if I can help in any way. I have been a Diva a long time now and would love to be able to offer some kind of support or assistance, if I can. I mentioned to Jenna once that I wouldn’t mind be a mod or whatever would work to help you out. My email address is here – just let me know. I’m pretty handy with website/html stuff and well, just whatever you need. I don’t have a lot of money, but any skills I have I would gladly give to help RD.
December 11th, 2007 at 3:56 pm
Well we always trust what you, Kristen and Lisa do and know that you wouldn’t leave us addicts to suffer for long
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I’m with the others, if you need help with anything, I’m just an email away!
I did notice that some are posting topics but they aren’t showing up…only in the preview from the main forum page. This stinks because it’s like looking at those sexy Prada shoes from the window and not being able to try them on. Oy! I know Kristen will feel my pain on that one lol.
Anyhow, don’t run yourself ragged with this! You’ve done what you can and now it’s time for your host to do their jobs!!! And why aren’t we #1 on their list, do they not know who the Divas are? Sheesh!
December 11th, 2007 at 6:39 pm
I’m sorry this has happened, especially at this busy time of the year. Like the others I’ll help in any way I can. All you need to do is ask.
Hugs and best wishes.
December 12th, 2007 at 10:57 pm
Wow, glad I finally figured out what was going on. And here I thought it was my computer, lol. I’m not sure if everyone else can do this, but using Mac OSX I can view EVERYTHING in the forum by clicking ‘lo-fi version’ at the bottom after I sign in. This means I can at least copy and paste all the info that’s there into a text document. I can’t reply to threads, but I can read them. If everyone can do this, then it doesn’t seem like anything should actually be lost.
December 13th, 2007 at 1:12 pm
Glad I finally figured out what was going on, although I’m sorry this happened, especially around RD’s anniversary!! I was going in to RD withdrawls! I’m not very computer savvy or I would offer my assistance. However, I will keep my fingers crossed for the site and send out good vibes into the universe that everything gets fixed