November Update - The Great Move

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When would you prefer to make our move?

  • The Week of 11/14

    Votes: 17 29.3%
  • The Week of 12/19

    Votes: 41 70.7%

  • Total voters
    58
  • Poll closed .

Rei

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Hello Darlings -

@Member

Those on the Discord have a general understanding of what is happening right now, but to be clear for all - this is the gist of it:

Our upgrade process is bigger than our current hosting server can handle - so to set us up for success, our best option has been to go to a new hosting server.

This means that the down time for the upgrade has shifted - the site is up for now.

Now, I would like your input -

Our amazing members have helped us immensely to put together the amount we need for a yearlong contract - which is $350 for the size/specs we need. I will be updating our site maintenance fees

The question for you -

Should I use next week to take the site down and do our transfer, or wait until the week of December 19th?

It will take te full allocated time, as I will have to move everything over, and not just upgrade.

I will be taking input until Saturday Night (11/12) TO se the decision
 
I am usually a the sooner, the better type of person but seems everyone is aiming for the 19th, so I am also fine with that option. c:
 
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I feel like a lot of people will be busy with Solstice / Christmas the week of December 19th, so that will probably be the better time imo. I know for myself that it is a bit of a mad screech to get those last moment presents wrapped, making sure the stuff I bought for stockings fits/is enough to fill them, baking goodies to munch on, etc.
 
I know a lot of older users might be frustrated with having to wait until Dec, since everything is long overdue for an update. I voted for next week because so. I, myself, would like to see the site in its full glory sooner rather than later. A few days is not a long time to wait. Nearly a month, however, is. Everyone is entitled to their own opinions and wishes. I'm just glad there's an update at all! :emoji_cherry_blossom:
 
To be honest the best bet would be to wait until December just for the fact that a mass majority of people are going to be participating in around the world holiday festivities. However doing it in November would allow those who dont have any holiday expectations to have the company of others who also do not have any holiday expectations.
 
I agree with Ghastly! I don't celebrate any holidays year round, and would like to be able to share company with those available as well during the end of December. While the update may be convenient for most, it's inconvenient for some. It would only take a few days. Prolonging the wait comes with two cons whereas doing it now comes with one. Waiting means a month of outdated software, plus the site being down during the end of December when members like myself would like to be able to come online. Updating next week just means a few days of being offline, then Umbra will be coming back and better than ever! I know what sounds more logical in my own mind! I'm glad we're all able to vote for it and give our input. :emoji_blossom: