Jan van Dijk
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Farewell
Sept 24, 2020 14:43:17 GMT
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Post by Jan van Dijk on Sept 24, 2020 14:43:17 GMT
Friends,
It is with sadness that I am here today to announce my departure from UK and nationstates as a whole. As you have seen from my recent activity I have become a lot busier lately and am no longer in a position to contribute meaningfully to this wonderful region. Over the last four years I have interacted with so many great people here and it is a shame to leave it behind but as life gets going again and with my new job, I have found that I no longer have the time to be on this forum. I am ashamed of my recent performance as Foreign Secretary, I went into the role with the best intentions to deliver for Lucas and the region but unfortunately I did not do that and I apologise to him and you all. However, as I leave, I would like to say one thing to the newer faces in the region: this does not represent me in NationStates. The July election taught me that some people have very long memories but I hope you can eventually forgive me.
This is a fantastic region, filled with fantastic people. There are too many to list all of the people that have made a difference to my time here but I would like to mention one.
The most important person throughout my time here has been Akillian Talleyrand. Akillian has served the region capably in so many ways and to have him as a friend is a privilege. He’s always been on hand for advice or just a chat and that has been invaluable on so many occasions. To see him serving as Prime Minister again is excellent and I leave knowing that the region is in very safe hands.
I would also thank my former colleagues in the PA, who were a great team to work with when it was around.
UK is the only region I’ve ever resided in in NS and everything I have done here has been what I have perceived to be in the best interests of the region. I hope I have benefitted the region through my actions, even if only in a small way.
I will not leave the forum or discord immediately as I have to take care of a few last things but I expect to be logging off for the last time within the next two to three weeks.
Thank you and goodbye.
Jan
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John Alexander
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Post by John Alexander on Sept 24, 2020 17:17:30 GMT
Take Care Jan! We will miss having you around and we hope that you can return sometime in the future. You'll always be welcome :)
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Akillian Talleyrand
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Post by Akillian Talleyrand on Sept 24, 2020 17:59:04 GMT
I'm sad to see you leave, Jan but I understand that you have a lot more to focus on right now. I am glad to have enjoyed your friendship on NS and your kind sentiments about me are equally returned.
Despite your feelings of the previous term, I think you're being a little harsh on yourself. You have been a greatly active member for a significant time in NSUK over your full career and brought a lot to the region.
I'm sorry to see you leave but I was pleased that you return to the region this year after being away - was great to catch and see you again. Similarly, I hope you feel welcome to return in the distant future one day! Good luck with your RL :)
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Sacul Astoria
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Post by Sacul Astoria on Sept 24, 2020 18:32:18 GMT
Take care, Jan! Hopefully we will see you return at some point in the future, at least just tot pop in to say hello and see how things are doing. Best of luck with your RL ventures!
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George Stewart
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Post by George Stewart on Sept 24, 2020 19:28:14 GMT
I'm sad to see you going Jan, but you're doing the right thing for you and that's important. I wish you all the best for the future!
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Farewell
Sept 24, 2020 20:57:03 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2020 20:57:03 GMT
Jan, I’m really sorry to see you go, I wish I could’ve had more time to get to know you. You have served this region faithfully and with the best intentions, and that is the best anyone can ask for. I wish you well in your new job and as busy as you are, I hope you find time for yourself as well.
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Henry Stewart
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Post by Henry Stewart on Sept 25, 2020 5:12:59 GMT
It is sad to see you go Jan. Best of luck and best wishes with IRL, make sure to pop in in the future to say hello!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 25, 2020 8:12:33 GMT
Jan van Dijk, it is always sad to see our oldest members departing. I served as your Deputy during your Premiership and I can tell that your commitment to this region has always been admirable. Although your activity hasn't been as consistent as I'm sure you wanted, you also always put the interests of the UK in front of everything, even your personal interests. That's something that should be valued above all. I hope this isn't the last time we listen from you. Please remember that you're always welcome back to the region and that we're always here for whatever you need. Take care, mate.
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Remile Talleyrand
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Post by Remile Talleyrand on Sept 25, 2020 23:08:31 GMT
Jan, I haven't been here for very long and unfortunately didn't get to know you well, but for the short time I was here, I really enjoyed your enthusiasm, especially in my first quiz night where you were very welcoming and weren't annoyed by my many dumb questions. Best of luck in your real life and I hope you'll pop in once in a while to say hi.
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Longdendale
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Post by Longdendale on Sept 26, 2020 15:13:37 GMT
Sad to see you go Jan, take care and all the best for the future
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Post by William Rhys Lancaster on Sept 26, 2020 23:03:57 GMT
Ik heb heel weinig met je gepraat, maar heb er plezier in als Ik dat deed.
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Ulrich Bauheim
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Post by Ulrich Bauheim on Sept 27, 2020 7:44:32 GMT
Bye Jan, I really enjoyed getting to know you and your presence in the region was fantastic and I hope this isn't the last we see of you
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