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Friday, October 22, 2010

Post 5555 of Coralgate

Well by now we've figured out that in essence, what they did was give us a place to party, (as long as we paid our fees on time).  So my compatriots and I have begun a I DON'T GIVE A F*** thread.

In the words of Patti Smith:  We created it... Lets take it over!!

We're having a give-a-way for the dispossessed, betting on what post will be our last.  Etsy employees do not qualify, and the rules my be a bit distorted from the effects of our beverages of choice, but the spirit is there, the one that will outlast any attempt at corporate co-option, the solidarity that dares to say "I see through bullshit, and I call shenanigans!"  It's all in good fun.  We will deal with the Etsy #coralgate hangover in the morning.    For now, drinks are on us, and this time it's not Kool-aid!

WOW!!



Well, this thread has NOT been closed.

Oh and look what propaganda the Cult Of Etsy just put out!

MAYBE BECAUSE THEY DONT ACTUALLY DO ANY WORK!!!!????

A Place To Heal

Dear Fellow Etsy Refugees,

It has been a rough week for many of us who have chosen to seek refuge outside of EtsyCorp, mostly due to the coralgate scandal which has rightfully upset a large portion of sellers.

As I write this, I am physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausted.  I'm hoping this can be a place where we can come together to support one another in this difficult transition, free from censorship, muting, deletion, and undue criticism of our motives and integrity.  I hope you will join me in crying, venting, celebrating, laughing, and hopefully, finding a way forward.

Leaving a place that was like a second home to you, and closing up the shop you worked so hard on, is an emotional experience, and I know I sure could use some support and camaraderie!

Welcome and grab a seat, a cup of coffee, and a box of kleenex if necessary.

Love,
Joan