Goodbye…i never thought I would write this message…but it is time for me to move on… To everyone who made this place home, I've been part of Scratch for over five years. I joined as a curious kid who wanted to make games, and I never imagined I'd grow up here — learning, failing, trying again, and finding a community that felt like family. Scratch wasn't just a website to me. It was a second home. A place where I could be myself, explore my creativity, and connect with people who understood me. --- To YLL and the Scratch Mentor Program Being part of the Youth Leadership Lab was one of the greatest honors of my life. You welcomed me with open arms and made me feel like my voice mattered. I'll never forget the brainstorming, the excitement of launching new studios, and the pride of building something together. To every YLL member I worked alongside — thank you for your kindness, creativity, and passion. You taught me what it means to be a leader, a collaborator, and a friend. --- To my Scratch friends You made this place feel alive. Every comment, every remix, every collaboration — you made me feel seen and valued. You were there during my highs and my lows. Thank you for laughing with me, creating with me, and making this journey unforgettable. --- To the Scratch Team Thank you for creating this incredible platform. Thank you for trusting me with opportunities I never thought I'd have — including featuring my project back in March. That moment meant more to me than words can say. I will always be grateful. --- A special thank you to @ceebee @ceebee, you were more than a program manager to me. You were a mentor, a role model, and an inspiration. You believed in young creators like me. You gave us space to grow, to lead, and to make mistakes — always with patience, kindness, and grace. I looked up to you more than you'll ever know. Thank you for everything you gave to me and to the YLL. --- The hardest goodbye This isn't easy. But I've come to realize that sometimes, the most loving thing you can do is let go. This isn't a goodbye out of anger or bitterness. It's a goodbye out of love — for Scratch, for the people I've met here, and for the person I've become because of all of you. I'm not deleting my account right away, but I won't be active anymore. It's time for me to close this chapter and carry everything I've learned into whatever comes next. --- What I'll carry with me · The joy of seeing my first project featured · The thrill of curating my first studio · The late-night conversations with friends who felt like family · The pride of being part of YLL and helping shape the community · The belief that young people can make a difference ✨ Scratch gave me hope. And I will never, ever forget it. --- Final words Please keep creating. Keep dreaming. Keep being kind. This community needs people who care. You are enough. Your voice matters. Thank you, Scratch. For everything. With all my love and gratitude, SNP <3
