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Quitting Gaia Online. Dear Everyone. It's finally time for me to say good-bye. It was seriously one of the hardest decisions I've ever had to make... Gaia has been a 2nd home for me, another life. I've made so many friends while being on this site, and some I'll never forget. This has truly been an amazing experience for me and it definitely changed my life. While being on Gaia I've accomplished so much. I've created the biggest charity, one of the biggest guilds, helped over 10,000 users and as well as accomplished my own goals and created the first ever Gaia Guide ebook. With doing all of this on this site, it's taught me so much and I want to actually apply that in real life instead of logging one each day to a game. You may still wonder "why leave though?" There are a few reasons for leaving. Gaia has become so time consuming (for me) that it's been difficult to focus on real life things, even simple things as my laundry! I think "oh crap, I need to handle this giveaway" well, it shouldn't be like that. I'm traveling to South Africa some time around May or June for about a year! I'll be over there for over seas education and to have a great time with my brother. A new and good experience for the both of us. Once I've returned from that I'll be attending The French Culinary Institute in New York. I'll be doing the Classic Culinary Arts, Classic Pastry Arts, Restaurant Management & Food Photography. After I've completed that, I'll move to California to attend a business/administration school. It's always been a dream of mine to become a chef, open my own restaurant and do the two things I love. Cook and run a business. It's going to be a long and difficult thing to accomplish, but it's what I want to do and why not do what makes you happy? So now that you see, staying on Gaia isn't an option. I am so addicted and I need to leave and with taking this first step, things will start moving along nicely. I understand some of you are worried about the "Oh My Gold Guild" & "Dreams To Come True Charity" you don't want to see them just get shut down and that's understandable. Nor would I! After all the hard work put into them, it would be heart breaking to see them die off. I've decided to split my funds up for my charity & guild. The new guild owner for the O.M.G guild will be Gallery Of Suicide. I trust her completely and know she'll do an amazing job running the guild. She plans to keep it the same with minor changes based on the fact funds will go dry at some point. As for the Dreams To Come True charity, Zoey_100 & Kira-chan1756 will completely take over running the charity. They'll both have my account's password but will only ever be on to update the charity with general announcements/event updates. A lot of you might want to stay in touch with me and if you do, that's great! I'd love to keep you updated with what I'm doing in real life, as well as become better friends via off this site. For those who want to keep up with me, please like me on Facebook. I feel it will be the easiest way, posting updates, pictures and more <3 . Also, some of you have wondered if my book would still be for sale if I had left Gaia and the answer is yes. The book will always be for sale and you can just purchase it at www.sonzack.com The date I'm leaving is June 8th 2011, this will give me plenty of time to get things organized and rearranged and will give me time to transfer funds to the new guild/charity holders as well as get in contact with everyone and handle anything which needs to be taken care of. I won't be on a lot, but that will be the final date that I'll be here. Take care everyone! Random memorable links:

Posted by: ll son zack ll Thu Mar 03, 2011 @ 06:20am

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Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 06:42pm


	It sounds like you've got some really great things planned out for your life! Its good that you've made the decision to focus on your life and your career. It's sad that you're leaving, but the reasons are well worth it and I wish you the best of luck in your endeavors!!!!

Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 07:16pm


	I think it's wonderful that you leave this place, as you said this thingy it's like a drug and you are leaving for things that always wanted to do in real life. Believe in yourself and the best of luck foR you. wink

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Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 07:25pm


	Good Luck with everything... Hope it goes well.

Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 07:43pm


	i understand u have to go. and i believe some days i have to go too. i just want to wish u luck don't give up on what ever u doing. and hope u success on every thing u do. 3nodding goodbye my friend. sad emo

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Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 08:53pm


	It's a bit sad that you seem to want to leave. You have inspired me when I came back, met you, a craved to earn more gold to help others and yet, myself. Thanks for everything and your future sounds wonderful! Best of luck to you! C:

Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 09:52pm


	Go for it! Go chase your dreams~ Even if its sad for us to see you leave, we want whats best for you! And if this decition will make you happy~ We wish you the best. Real life can be a pain sometimes, but taking the steps to make your own path could be troublesome too, but at least you know, that in the end, you did what you wanted, and accepted everything that came with it. it´s so simple to sometimes, go with the routine... but... I admire you. It takes a lot to do that. I don´t believe you are leaving us behind, but ending a chapter in your life, to start a new one. So, the better of Lucks!! ((May your fans spirit be with you)?) ... i sounded so... fanatic-like... ughhh~

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Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 10:04pm


	Thanks for everything up until now Zack; especially this specific Journal Entry. It is truly inspiring and thus, I'll be following you out this door soon as well. 3nodding G'bye Zack! And best of luck in everything out there!! rofl P.S. Africa, eh? I wanna go there for my Doctors Without Borders thingy. Maybe we'll see each other there or something (though I still have college AND med school to get through before that). I'll be counting on you to provide us with healthy yet mind-boggling-ly delicious cuisines (though if it has chocolate in it, I dun care if it's healthy or not)! It's darn near impossible to find food that's healthy and tastes good at the same time... sweatdrop

Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 10:26pm


	It is truely sad to see this day come for a Gaia noble but it is inevitable. I wish you great luck and happiness in your real world journeys and perhaps one day in the distant future, when things slow down for you, you can hang out on Gaia again. It's a wonderful place for people of ALL ages to talk about the things Gaia represent and there's no reason you should feel obligated to stay away just because you said goodbye when things slow down for you in the future. And with that I bid you Adiue. heart gaia_star Megami's Virtual Closet gaia_kittenstar

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Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 11:29pm


	Hey Zack, I Am practically new to this guild, but it seem to be very interesting; nevertheless I do not win anything yet. But to this date I’m happy to get to know you and your hard work in this guild. Hoping u the very best. Hey What about your things? ninja ninja

Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 11:41pm


	(Speaking from my mule smile Zack, I respect your decision to quit but there is this thing called a hiatus, and I know that we are all busy, I'm busy too and I know gaia is wicked addicting. You have inspired alot from me and you are one of my gaia-inspirations. I will miss you lots YourShadowedDestiny No more mrs nice gal

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Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 11:45pm


	Bye Zack! Good luck with your travels and your dreams! You will be missed. <3

Commented on: Sat Mar 05, 2011 @ 11:54pm


	❥ LouBu Says: Son Zack, I know we've never met but I want to wish you luck in everything you do! I hope I can go to your restaurant some day! And I hope this isn't the last I hear from you ^ w^b

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Commented on: Sun Mar 06, 2011 @ 12:25am


	Its so sad seeing u leave !!!! crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying crying u can still get on gaia while ur in africa !!!! http://www.mindistortion.tv/iwantyoursoul/?i_am=Nazy4Life

Commented on: Sun Mar 06, 2011 @ 12:26am


	You are truly one of the most generous people on this site and it's sad to see you go. But if it's to pursue one of your life's dreams then I wish you much luck. (: And have fun! ^^

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Commented on: Sun Mar 06, 2011 @ 12:49am


	why? WHY!!! oh wait i don't know you

Commented on: Sun Mar 06, 2011 @ 02:40am


	D'awwh. D; but it's hard to believe that you will after so long. I've never had a real chat or anything with you. but visit gaia? You can never really quit gaia, just go on a long hiatus. Visit when you have the time to spare hm? Good luck with life, Zack. -Sincerely, a gaian that joined your guild. xPP

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Commented on: Sun Mar 06, 2011 @ 03:56am


	Blessings to you and your brother. Blessings to your education. Blessings to ALL your travels, anywhere. Blessings to your career(s) in the industry. Blessings to your ENTIRE future. Through ups and downs in life, never lose faith. Never forget to be honest and strong, Inside and out, woogie87

Commented on: Sun Mar 06, 2011 @ 06:03pm


	Wow you have a wonderful set of goals in life and I wish you the best. South Africa sounds awesome. The only place I traveled far out was Miami florida. crying follow your dreams. Wow you sound as if you might make an outstanding chef with all the studying you are going to do in order to prepare to be one top chef.

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Commented on: Sun Mar 06, 2011 @ 08:32pm


	Take care Zack, I wish you the best, be happy an successfull heart

Commented on: Sun Mar 06, 2011 @ 09:31pm


	WAIT. zacky leaving???? GAHHH!!!!it makes me sad.... why dont you come back any time and not totally leave..='/ anyhow, its your decision..goodluck on your future..hope someday i'll be able to eat at your restau..sighs and hugs zacky sooo much im lucky i was able to draw you and serve you even in such a moment...

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Commented on: Sun Mar 06, 2011 @ 09:50pm


	Awww. It's so sad to see anyone leave Gaia. Especially you. I'm really sorry that you decided to leave. But I understand. it's only reasonable that life & your actual dreams are your # one priority. But it doesn't have to be a clean break. You can still come back & visit, can't you? Good bye & good luck.

Commented on: Sun Mar 06, 2011 @ 10:23pm


	Good luck in the future!

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Commented on: Mon Mar 07, 2011 @ 12:00am


	Oh Zack I wish you a great life in the real world. An since I have you on FB I can keep in touch there if I get on more than I do now. xD I shall miss you Zack an hope to see you back around one day. <3

Commented on: Mon Mar 07, 2011 @ 12:51am


	I can certainly understand why you'd want to separate yourself from Gaia. I don't do nearly as much as you, and even I'm still on here everyday. sweatdrop Best of luck on becoming a chef and running your own successful business. Not that you need the extra luck. ;D

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Commented on: Mon Mar 07, 2011 @ 03:54am


	I've become an official member of DTCT a few months ago, and I already find a comfort zone at DTCT. It is sad to see you leave, however I completely understand. I myself am in college and pursuing my dreams as well. Your life's plans are quite ambitious, but so was leading a top guild and charity here on Gaia. I know you can and will pursue everything you have planned for yourself. The best of luck to you! You will be missed, but you will always be loved here on Gaia.

Commented on: Mon Mar 07, 2011 @ 09:52pm


	I compltely understand your reasoning. I'm so sorry to see you go, being such a famous person on GaiaOnline. I understand how it's so addicting, having that same problem myself. I can see you want to enjoy your life, going to travel and be a chef! Good luck and farewell, Nikki Piano Enthusiast

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Commented on: Mon Mar 07, 2011 @ 11:33pm


	WHAT!!!!!!! i still cant believe it!!!! AHHHHHHHH!! i was still questing for toned keido....

Commented on: Tue Mar 08, 2011 @ 04:46am


	Dude, i'm tearing up after reading that and i hate to see you go, But the dream you're chasing is amazing, I Wish to become a chef one day too razz if you're hiring Call me xD but, until we talk again. I'll miss you zack ol' pal. You're the greatest thing on gaia.

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Commented on: Tue Mar 08, 2011 @ 08:48am


	Good luck on everything! It's really cool how you are going over seas to work on culinary arts! I'M JEALOUS! I also want to join the program at my college, but I was too late. So I might do it after I graduate. You have a lot of things ahead of you. I hope you may accomplish all of your goals with no problems!

Commented on: Tue Mar 08, 2011 @ 09:47am


	Thanks for the memories Zack. I wish you all the luck in your life. I hope you rise to be all that you can dream; reaching your full potential in life. -Spirrow (DTCT Member circa Oct. 200 cool

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Commented on: Tue Mar 08, 2011 @ 02:49pm


	we will miss you zACK! TAKE CARE!

Commented on: Wed Mar 09, 2011 @ 04:11am


	Mahalo nui loa Zack! Thank you for all you have done! I have no dought that you will accomplish your goals. I imagine you would exceed much more in time. Make Lots of Memories! And Keep Smiling! When you do make your restraunt, don't forget to tell us where & the name, so we too can support and encourage you in life. We very much appreciate & love you. Take care & see ya around. Aloha oe. ~Kai ^x^

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Commented on: Wed Mar 09, 2011 @ 04:14am


	Mahalo nui loa Zack! Thank you for all you have done! I have no dought that you will accomplish your goals. I imagine you would exceed much more in time. Make Lots of Memories! And Keep Smiling! When you do make your restraunt, don't forget to tell us where & the name, so we too can support and encourage you in life. We very much appreciate & love you. Take care & see ya around. Aloha oe. ~Kai ^x^

Commented on: Wed Mar 09, 2011 @ 06:53am


	Good luck Zack!! <33 I know you'll fulfill your dreams!

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Commented on: Wed Mar 09, 2011 @ 09:50am


	Good Luck on your trip! Farewell and thank you for making so many Gaians happy ! Have a good time XD

Commented on: Wed Mar 09, 2011 @ 07:36pm


	Zack, you will be missed! I haven't been on Gaia alot but as soon as I log back on I see that you're leaving... :[ You have helped me quit a bit with your Quiz thread! And, I have to admit, whenever I do come on, I usually go on to your profile just to listen to the music you put up... I know, stalker! Haha! But I hope you succeed in life, you deserve it! As soon as you open up your own place, I'll be sure to travel over to where ever it'll be and eat there! But anyway, thank you again, have fun in Africa, and good luck in catching your dreams! ~Kitty

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Commented on: Wed Mar 09, 2011 @ 09:30pm


	Goodbye Overlord Zack. Best of luck to you IRL.

Commented on: Wed Mar 09, 2011 @ 09:41pm


	D: it sucks that you have to go, especially since i've been in the thread for a long time, and seen what you've done x3, but D: i wish you good luck in life and hope that you succeed ^^. May you overcome all the hardships that come <-- okay that sounds cheesy >w> but yeah XD <3

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Commented on: Wed Mar 09, 2011 @ 10:51pm


	its been a pleasure zack good luck out there

Commented on: Thu Mar 10, 2011 @ 09:33pm


	Good luck Zack biggrin . I wish you good fortune in pursuing all your dreams. heart

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Commented on: Fri Mar 11, 2011 @ 10:50pm


	Zack, although i didn't know you to well, i will thank my lucky stars every day that i met you, for all the help you gave me with my own charity. It lasted only a few months, but i was so thankful to you for your wisdom and information, you'll be missed.

Commented on: Sat Mar 12, 2011 @ 02:20pm


	tut tut... (don't know who 2 discribe..) stare scream stressed sweatdrop xp surprised eek question \| emo crying

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Commented on: Sat Mar 12, 2011 @ 05:34pm


	I bade you good luck. biggrin Its nice you get to follow your dream; my brother envies you, because you have the opportunity to study culinary. You and him have the same dream. biggrin You've helped us so much, and the only thing we could all provide you are prayers and support in return. So, we all hope you'll have fun out of it all. biggrin biggrin biggrin Some are being emotional, but I think you could understand why. biggrin biggrin biggrin It's a big loss for us but a bigger benefit and LIFE for you. Really, farewell, bless you, and with stout hearts, we say THANK YOU SO MUCH. blaugh crying All izz well. (All will be well..)

Commented on: Sat Mar 12, 2011 @ 07:10pm


	its really sad that ur leavin zack...but i could torally undersatnd u, life is more important than anything..im really happy u got goals in life to achieve...wish u the best luck...bye zack..........good luck... biggrin biggrin biggrin biggrin the hottest girl on gaia.. biggrin biggrin

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Commented on: Sun Mar 13, 2011 @ 03:16am


	i cnt believe u hav 2 leave gaia.gaia is the thing i wake up in the morning i feel so bad tht u hav 2 go we will all miss you your friend,panda smile

Commented on: Mon Mar 14, 2011 @ 01:48am


	i'm gonna miss u nd ur awesome ideas. but i think your reasons r completely understandable. i wish u the best of luck nd i hope u do get 2 open ur own restaurant. o nd also thank u for the help u given me. anyways good luck smile

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Commented on: Mon Mar 14, 2011 @ 03:53am


	Ive seen you around a lot through out my time on gaia. You've definitely made an impact on gaia and Im sure we all thank you for that because i certainly do. Im sure all of your dreams will come true ^^ Good luck with them all biggrin

Commented on: Mon Mar 14, 2011 @ 07:13am


	Bye Zack. You will be missed. Good luck at culinary school. sweatdrop crying

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Commented on: Tue Mar 15, 2011 @ 02:43am


	Good luck and have fun in real life.

Commented on: Thu Mar 17, 2011 @ 04:47pm


	Oh zack. gonk Goodbye emo

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