For the past 3 years I, along with many other theme designers, have been using Photobucket for our online storage. Paying for a Pro account was affordable and most importantly they offered the ability to store large size images for easy online use. Much to my surprize and apparently a sea of others, Photobucket is discontinuing this feature. Whether permanently or not, it's a tough blow to many, and for some of us it's down right disastrous. As I explained it to one colleague it's like watching a tidal wave approach but not knowing exactly when it will hit.
Not being the sort to curl up in a ball and cry (that was yesterday) I've now taken on the immense task of creating a new website. It's something I had planned on doing but certainly not under these circumstances. So if by some horrible chance you suddenly see your Plumrose Lane background disappear please know that I'm working around the clock to try and remedy the situation as quickly as possible. I will keep you posted as updates happen and remember you can always follow along on my Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/plumroselane I'm going to try adding more frequent updates there as well. So here's to drier seas ahead for all of us in the very near future.
Best,
Good luck with it all. It all sounds complicated to me who is not that comfortable with all this tech stuff. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's wonderful when life changes -- when the changes are for the better. This kind of change just throws a monkey wrench at too many people and creates headaches all around. Here is hoping that the changes you are making aren't too costly and don't bring on mega headaches. xo
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ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear of this disastrous happening - I'm sure you'll get things worked out but the stress must be great.
Prayers & hugs to help you through.
Hugs,
Penny
These people have no clue about customer service do they? I really feel for you Sharon!
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear that, Sharon. Before you do all that work, though, I would encourage you to try Pixosphere. I have created and added blog backgrounds to Pixosphere before and was able to copy the link and put it into some html with no problem.
ReplyDeleteRight now, I only have a private blog,and with the new blogger design, I mostly use smaller resolution backgrounds straight from my picture files on my computer, but Pixosphere was very useful when I was creating backgrounds. It might be a good temporary solution until you can get things settled with a new site?!
I knew it had to be something of epic proportion for you to have posted anything negative recently. That is just not something you do often. So sorry for the photo bucket problem. I hope all just are patient and kind during your hard working change over. ((((((hugs)))))) Oma Linda
ReplyDeletePoopy poop! I have some things over in that bucket and also have a pro account. I will have to see what is up with them. So sad to hear you have so much extra work to do now Sharon!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness!!! I can't believe they are just stopping this when so many people depend on them. I'm sure I speak for many when I say thank you so much for being such a proactive lady. What you are doing is saving us all such a headache (and our own cry) Warmest hugs and love to you. Mina
ReplyDeleteThanks for explaining what's happening- my blog is one of those that's been 'hit'. I've been on holiday since New Year and although I was aware there was a problem I'm only just now that I'm home again that I'm able to start trying to work out what's going on. You must be extremely frustrated!!
ReplyDeleteSharon, this is awful for you and so many others.... I really feel for you, as this impacts greatly. I just worked it all out on my own blog and think I have changed it alright. Fingers crossed. Hope your work load ebbs soon. xx
ReplyDeleteAwww.... I missed this post completely and I can see now why my lovely background disappeared...awww... so sorry to hear you've had so much trouble but sometimes things like this 'encourage' us to venture into something new and much more exciting - so congratulations on your very own .com! Your themes are stunning and I am off to browse again through the selection. Thank you so much for sharing your talent! xx
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