Breaking News: Paul Deeds fires Ryan Hupfer after Frank causes havoc!

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   Ryan Hupferposted 14 years ago

   
   
   Ok, so maybe Paul Deeds didn't really fire me because of Frank using his book bag as a bathroom one too many times, but it is in fact true that I'm going to be leaving HubPages for another job here in the Bay Area. Believe me, it wasn't a very easy decision for me to make and I will forever miss all of the HubPages staff, the community (that's you guys) and even all of the crazy stuff that seems to be going on in the religion forums every day (not really) once I move on to my next gig.
   
   I've had so much fun the past year and a half with all of you and it's been amazing to see HubPages grow to the size that it has and to see how awesome the community has become since I've been here. However, like they say -- all good things must come to an end and my last official day as a member of the HubPages staff will be next Wednesday, November 25th.
   
   For most of you Hubbers out there, it will seem like business as usual until then, but behind the scenes we are making sure that no one will miss a beat once I take off. Part of this transition will mean that the always fabulous Miss Maddie Ruud and my marketing partner in crime Jason Menayan will be now be assisting the various team initiatives, such as the HubNuggets, HubMob and the 30 Day HubChallenge. I know that they will rock, so I'm really excited and feel very comfortable with them stepping in after I leave.
   
   Besides that, I'll still be around until next week and will definitely pop my head in here and there to see what's going on, so you're not getting rid of me that easily.
   
   So, if you don't mind, I have just two more requests from all of you awesome Hubbers that I hope you can help me out with:
   
   1. If you would, please tell me some of the things that you would miss most about HubPages if you were to suddenly be time warped to another place or another time and could never get on HubPages again. If it happened to me, I would miss all of the crazy characters that on a daily basis write even crazier Hubs, comments and forum posts. Also, I would miss all of the great Hubbers that have such amazing stories to tell and things to write about and share. We have a very unique community, don't you think?
   
   2. Check out this link that has some more information about me leaving and how it's going to affect the day to day operations at HubPages.
   
   Thanks again for everything and don't worry, I'll be around.

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      Veronica Allenposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      I wish you much success in your future endeavor.

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      rebekahELLEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Ryan, best of luck on the next part of your journey. I'm sure you're going to take a lot of memories from your time here!
      
      If I were timewarped away from HP, I would definitely miss the great opportunities to write and publish hubs with such a user friendly publishing platform, even for newbies. I would also miss seeing my hubscore...   and reading the amazing hubs here!
      
      wishing you the best~~

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      James Agbogunposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Perhaps you are the one slashing Hubscores. Then, this community will rejoice and shout, Hallelujah! Special commendation to you and everybody who are behind this great site. Wish you well.

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   Ron Montgomeryposted 14 years ago

   I'm gonna have to report this thread.

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      Maddie Ruudposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      C'mon Ron... Right when I get to start being a good guy as well, you're going to remind me I still have to be the bad guy too?

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         Ron Montgomeryposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         We all have our crosses to bear.

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      Cagsilposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      

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      Ryan Hupferposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      You better be glad you're a Colts fan.
      
      (I'm originally from Indianapolis, IN)

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         Ron Montgomeryposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         Cool.  I'll let it slide this time, but no more false postings of leaving HP!

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      retellectposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Me too! You can't leave Ryan! You are one of the kings of Hubpages

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   Colebabieposted 14 years ago

   Hehe Ron. See I would miss silly funny comments like that. The support and kind words of others... The feedback, comments, and appreciation of my writing... and of course its because of the people.

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   Maddie Ruudposted 14 years ago

   For the record, guys, this is actually serious.  I know, when I heard I thought Hup was joking.  We're going to miss him.

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      Ryan Hupferposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Yep, it's true. I've never really been great at making things any sadder than they need to be or at being serious, so this is my best attempt at telling all of you that I'm leaving HubPages and that all of you rock the house (and will be missed).

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   Colebabieposted 14 years ago

   Ryan, the link is great. It is important for everyone to know this. You will truly be missed.

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   mistyhorizon2003posted 14 years ago

   We are so going to miss you Ryan, you are part of the fixtures and fittings here. Sincerely hope you do keep on checking in:)
   
   To answer your question, I would miss the banter, the thrill of publishing hubs and the friends I have made here on hubpages, so hopefully that "Timewarp" 'aint coming any time soon .

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   mistyhorizon2003posted 14 years ago

   LOL re-the link too, not what I was expecting at all

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   thranaxposted 14 years ago

   Well Ryan, if I had to leave for good I would miss being able to write online. I still have yet to venture out into other mediums online for writing, I would also miss the forums and the great hubs people have.
   
   Hope you best on your next job. I always looked for your get suggestions in the questions section. I will miss them too lol.
   
   I take it you will be making more money at your next job, making your life better so I can't help but be happy for you!
   
   Until you come back and we cross paths again if we do,
   
   ~thranax~
   
   

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   Rochelle Frankposted 14 years ago

   Really sorry to see you go, Ryan-- but happy if it is a good move for you.
   
   You are a first class encourager-- and I know that a lot of the HubPages growth in the past couple of years had a lot to do with your efforts and awesomeness.
   (I thank you personally for your help.)
   
   Wishing you all the best stuff!

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      Maddie Ruudposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      That's right.  Hup is SO awesome that he was helping HubPages' growth before he even came to work here last year
      
      Okay, maybe not.  But certainly, his awesomeness will continue to resound for years to come.

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    Zsuzsy Beeposted 14 years ago

    Is it April fools day? I thought it was November.
    
    You will be missed Ryan. Best of luck in your future endeavors.

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       Rochelle Frankposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       I had to check my calendar, too.

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    GeneralHowitzerposted 14 years ago

    Thank you Ryan... hehehe hope you're not joking though..

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    dyesebel10posted 14 years ago

    Good luck Ryan on your next endeavor. Keep on writing here on hubpages so we won't miss you.

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    emievilposted 14 years ago

    Hey Ryan. So sad to see you go. Aren't you still going to hub even if you leave HubPages Admin? We're definitely going to miss your wacky posts, and the news and everything else . Good luck with your new job .

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    AEvansposted 14 years ago

    I am sad you are such a wonderful part of HP and I feel like we are losing a family member. grrrrrrr
    What I would miss most about HP if I were time warped into space would be the friends that I met and the community itself. I will miss you Ryan and I wish you all of the best!

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    blue dogposted 14 years ago

    wow! newly married.  new work changes.  exciting times for you.
    
    BEST wishes in all that you do!

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    darksideposted 14 years ago

    Before you go you need to publish one more hub so you can have an even 50.
    
    I'm sure the office will miss the dynamic duo of Ryan and Frank as much as the community will.

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       cosetteposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       hey, maybe Frank can write one that would be cool
       
       i'm sorry to see you go. wow. well congratulations on your new job, and good luck in your new endeavours - i wish you all the best.

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    Beth100posted 14 years ago

    Our community won't be the same without you and Frank!  Gonna miss both of you!
    
    As for being time warped:  would miss the whole community, especially friends and the friendly (and, yes, the not so friendly) banter.  Would also miss writing and sharing with the community.
    
    Good luck Hup!

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    mistyhorizon2003posted 14 years ago

    Perhaps Frank could do a hub using Ryan's profile, and telling us why he too will miss Hubpages!!

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    shinujohn2008posted 14 years ago

    Hi Ryan , what made you decide to leave the job at Hubpages. Is it personal. I cannot understand what could be more attractive to you than being a hubpages staff.
    
    If it was me , i would decide to spare atleast 1-2 hours a day with hubpages as a parttime worker , rather than resigning and leaving all your contacts and fans alone.
    
    Paul you should try giving a 1000$ salary hike and A Mercedes Benz as Christmas Gift to make Ryan stay with Hubpages for ever. Especially as he is a unique person. If he leaves the seat , no one can replace his presence.
    
    

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    habeeposted 14 years ago

    Dang, Ryan - is it because I asked for your help a couple of weeks ago? Was it my interview? Did I offend you? Don't go!!
    
    You will be sorely missed! I wish you all the best, my friend!

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    Ghost32posted 14 years ago

    Seeing as how I've now pulled all my other "Internet horns" and limited myself to HubPages as my only writing outlet for the nonce, reckon I'd at least miss being able to use words like "nonce" and get away with it.
    
    Happy Trails, Hup. 

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    VacationAustraliaposted 14 years ago

    I hope you enjoy the new gig as much as you did this one Hup. Good luck.

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    Shalini Kagalposted 14 years ago

    We'll miss you, Ryan
    Here's to everything good wherever you've decided to go!

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    barryrutherfordposted 14 years ago

    OK don't tell us your going into partnership  with your wife !  (~)
    
    Yes you will indeed  be missed !
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    p.s. Hope you can drop by and give us one of your informative hubs when you can

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    RedElfposted 14 years ago

    We'll all miss you very much, Ryan. Lots  of changes for you this year, but "La plus ca change..." (sorry, the cedilla under the "c" just didn't translate )
    
    Maddie and Frank will make a great team to take up your torch!
    
    I would miss writing/publishing in this great community, and I would miss the people who make it up.
    
    Best of luck to you and yours where ever you go! Stop in any time!
    
    ...as for the link - you are one class act, my friend! Back atcha!

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    soni2006posted 14 years ago

    Hey Ryan, we will be missing you a lot buddy.

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    Laura du Toitposted 14 years ago

    A great loss for Hubpages but I'm sure you'll be spending a lot of your spare time here with the Hubpages community.
    
    One cannot just walk away from all these amazing people and just pretend they don't exist.
    
    Good luck for the future I'm sure that you will be successful in whatever you choose to do.

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    Dame Scribeposted 14 years ago

    you better pop in here and double, triple check our progress what do we do with Hup withdrawal cases? you will have to leave Frank amidst us for comfort
    
    If I ws to leave, well, I probably would miss learning something new and the reading and entering that Hub trance.
    
    Please do not forget us I think the sunlight follows you around or you have one awesome blinding halo. Hope to see you soon and have fun in your new job.

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    Pearldiverposted 14 years ago

    Sad Loss Ryan
    
    Good Luck on the road to your destiny.
    
    And if that road brings you downunder.. I'll endorse your nomination for Mayor of BumbleTown - NZ.
    
    Kia Kaha.

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    Uninvited Writerposted 14 years ago

    We are going to miss you so much. I hope you will still drop by and say hi from time to time. In the meantime, I'll still follow you (and Frank) on Facebook
    
    Good luck with your new job.
    
    Hmmm...just checked out the video...

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    ralwusposted 14 years ago

    Best of luck to you Ryan!

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    lynnechandlerposted 14 years ago

    This is sad but I wish you all the best in your future adventures.

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    Jerilee Weiposted 14 years ago

    Sad to see you go and best of luck!  Hope you'll pop in on us all from time to time.

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    jimmythejockposted 14 years ago

    Its Very difficult to find words to say goodbye to a Hubpages Legend so i will just say it Goodbye Ryan and of course good luck to you and your wife I wish you the best from your endevours.....jimmy

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    lorlie6posted 14 years ago

    Pugs are troublemakers!
    But can't you at least leave him anyway?

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    prettydarkhorseposted 14 years ago

    Best of the world in your job and the year to come too!, We will miss you, I always read your posts and comments plus suggestions. I prepare a "good luck" specifically for you, (POLKA DOT red shirt and Beer)! YAY....

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    Mark Knowlesposted 14 years ago

    Cya Ryan,
    
    Good luck at your new post.

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    manlypoetrymanposted 14 years ago

    Best of fortune in what lies ahead for ya'...Ryan...All Y'all at HP Staff HQ seem like some great folks to be running this here...crazy show. Anyone in need of a slightly kooky/ to somewhat-too-serious "Manly Poet"...just give the 'ol e-mail a ring...!?
    
    Please give that dog of yours a pat on the head "goodbye" for me , Ryan...would'cha...? (That's a slight "Texan-ish" reference and not a misspelled word...HP Folks......I can spell!)

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    dohn121posted 14 years ago

    I think that I speak on the behalf of all Hubbers when I say that you will be missed, Ryan.  You truly are one of a kind.  This place won't be the same without you.  You've helped so many of us as an integral component to HubPages, overall.
    
    Whatever road you travel, I hope you do leave bread crumbs just so you do find your way back
    
    Best of luck to you.  I'm sure you'll be a success wherever you do endeavor to go.  I hope Frank likes his home

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    lxxyposted 14 years ago

    Ryan,
    
    It's sad to see ya go! You're one of the funniest hubteam members around, and I wish you and Frank the best of luck!
    
    It's a crazy world out there, don't forget to write..and send us pix of the bay!

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    Simple Timposted 14 years ago

    Ryan!Sad to hear  that you are leaving but all the best with future endevours!

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    Carmen Borthwickposted 14 years ago

    Well, I didn't really get to know you well, but you are obviously respected by hubbers who do. I wish you all the best in the new gig. Its never easy to make a decision to move on, but change [at any age] is inevitable. Even though I haven't been around for long I thank you for all you've done and hope you are leaving on a positive note.
    Cheers,
    Carmen

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    Luciendaskyposted 14 years ago

    Good Luck... and we will miss you...

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    itcollposted 14 years ago

    sorry to see you go Ryan.

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    jiberishposted 14 years ago

    Wow, Ryan, don't you know no one ever really leaves Hubpages?

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    glendoncabaposted 14 years ago

    Best wishes for your new moves.
    
    HP wont be the same without you.

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    Crazdwriterposted 14 years ago

    Hope you still come back fom time to time ryan! Good luck in your new adventure!

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    JaShinYaposted 14 years ago

    Toodles! I hardly knew ye... because I never spoke to you before. But best of luck anyway!

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    marcofratelliposted 14 years ago

    D'OH! But all the best for your next venture mate.

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    Flavie Lololposted 14 years ago

    From what I gather from this thread, you must have been very popular here. Go well and may God bless you in whatever you undertake to do for yourself.

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