Gerard Posted September 5, 2006 Share Posted September 5, 2006 Today we celebrate the birthday of our hardworkinglong-standing leader, Chris, who is 18 today. Turning 18 is a big event, the big signpost of the successful transition into adulthood. Aside from being able to buy alcohol and pornography, it comes with a lot of respect, and a lot of responsibility. No longer is he looked after by the state, no longer is everything done for him, but he has to make his own way in his own world. That's what being an adult is all about. As for Chris himself, he's achieved what so many before and since have tried and failed to do - he is running a successful and profitable website. The GTA Place is a well-respected source of reliable and consistent information, and the forums are loved by many (and hated by a few). We've had our ups and downs, members and staff coming and going, hackings and spammings, competitions and rivalries - we even saw Chris entirely relinquish control for a while. However, through all the turbulent times, we've seen the this place grow and continue growing - it is, by all marks, a success. In my line of work, we see so many sites come and go; so many hopefuls falling at the first hurdle; and so many entrepreneurs crushed under the weight of their own ego. Chris has eventually managed to strike the right balance between working and playing, although that isn't too hard since he admittedly doesn't do very much of either. I personally wouldnt be anywhere near where I am now if it wasn't for Chris. I would be churning out thousands of pounds a year for hosting, have to buy my own domains and code my own sites. I am extremely grateful for all the help he gives me on an almost daily basis, and I try to return as many favours as I can. He is a great friend in that respect, plus the fact we've always got on well. After meeting him in person a couple of weeks ago, I'm really looking forward to spending a few years at university together. Without this turning into too much of a tribute instead of a simple happy birthday, I'm sure you'll all join me in thanking him for what he's done, and wishing him the very best for whatever lies ahead. Gerard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike356 Posted September 5, 2006 Share Posted September 5, 2006 happy birthday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meltdown Posted September 5, 2006 Share Posted September 5, 2006 Happy birthday Chris!!! Hope you get alot of presents! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommy vercetti guy Posted September 5, 2006 Share Posted September 5, 2006 able to buy alcohol and pornography lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
striker2511 Posted September 5, 2006 Share Posted September 5, 2006 go head on too the orn shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meltdown Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 go head on too the porn shop Ahh, Chris is one lucky kid adult. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaruff Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Hope you have had a happy birthday Chris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slayer Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Happy birthday Chris! Wish you a nice life as an adult. Now you'll be able to play GTA with hot coffe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airashii Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Didn't see this topic. Very happy birthday to you Chris! Hope you have a great day and Uni with Gerard sounds fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akuma Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 nicely written Gerard/Xenon/etc Happy birthday Chris enjoy being an adult and enjoy stuff 8) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Woo thanks everyone! Someone get me a stripper... Dammit where's kokane when you need her? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bossman Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 happy birthday chris, fantastic work on the website. Ignore the other gta place, they can't touch this website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy R. Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 happy birthday man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris82 Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 being able to buy alcohol and pornography Yes, have fun with that, the alcohol age in America is 21, you lucky bastard. Happy birthday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoungFools Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 (edited) Yes, Happy Birthday Christ! I mean Chris Funnily enough... it is my birthday today too! sadly, im not 18, im 17, so i cant buy pornography, or buy alcohol legally just yet.. but this is spain! i've been buying alcohol since last summer! Edited September 6, 2006 by YoungFools Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Someone Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 (edited) Happy birthday Chris! (and YoungFools) Have a nice time and try not to get too drunk Edited September 6, 2006 by Someone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zimoo Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Happy birthday Chris, hope you go out and get hammered tonight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K_P Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Happy 18th Birthday Chris...and Youngfools too. You can now buy GTA games...Legally Chris... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott. Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Happy birthday Chris. Tonight I hope you get pissed and laid . Enjoy it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Tonight I hope you get pissed and laid . I hoped that too but it's not gonna happen unfortunately I'm going out for a meal with family now, so I won't be getting pissed then, and I doubt I would get pissed on my own when I get back, although it might be funny to do so... Anyway, at least I can legally have a pint of beer tonight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airashii Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 I'd have several. lol Hope you enjoy/ed your meal. Happy birthday to Youngfool also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott. Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Anyway, at least I can legally have a pint of beer tonight Or 2 or 3 or 10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave1 Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 O.o its your birthday...again!!! already???!!!! O.O well happy birth day chris..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherman Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Happy birthday dude, enjoy the legal alcohol Happy birthday dude, enjoy the legal alcohol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Happy Birthday! Enjoy the legal booze! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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