There is one word to describe the response to the unofficial opening of my new store My Time Made Easy LLC-INCREDIBLE!
So incredible that it has caused some major issues! As you are aware I’m sure.
Now you may be wondering what that means exactly. Without getting into all the technical stuff……since about 7:45 am yesterday our Web Host had our store on “full throttle” , which is some sort of extra support, just to keep it RUNNING and NOT crash. We had our issue upgrading to a “level 3” where it was determined the Web Host simply doesn’t have enough power to host us!
They said our traffic (after 9 hours of being open) hit #5 on the list of every store they host! They asked “What on earth are you selling?” The response was of course…” Well, gift packaging templates and stuff like that.” He was REALLY shocked and said “ALL that for some boxes?! Are you expecting this sort of traffic often?” and our reply “I hope so”. I guess we should never underestimate the power of our fellow papercrafters! LOL!
This info all lead the what comes next….
So yes, the site is obviously slow, downloads have been SLOW (this is NOT normal), sessions timing out, and other glitches as mentioned before occurring because the info isn’t being retrieved. Some of you can’t log in, and that is because we are fixing things.
We are fixing all the issues now so you will get any download you have attempted to receive. We may go “under construction” so everything gets fixed quicker. That means shutting down for a limited time.
SO once that is all set ,this means we will be moving servers! That means that in time for our official release things should be smooth and FAST. This “unofficial opening” was a very good thing because we are curbing any/all issues.
Now we will obviously extend our download time, our sale and coupons! So no worries there. We just need a day to get this all straightened out.
I really appreciate your patience!
I have some samples but right now would need to focus my attention the the website stuff first.
Thank you again.
36 Responses for "Another UPDATE"
Thank you for the update. You’ll get through it. I know you are a great lady and so well deserving. I am so happy for you, to get such a response from all of us.
I am so happy for you and so excited for your store opening!
Well this is bad and good all rolled into one! So happy that we crashed your site! LOL!! Can’t wait to be able to download the paper….that’s all that I couldn’t download! I will wait patiently (I hope!)!! Congrats Lauren!
so glad it’s going well for you. I’m wondering if there is anyway a new initial email might go out? I never got it (but I got the second one where you talked about the glitches). So, I never got any coupon codes for the templates to use.
You Rock Lauren!! I can be patient.
Oh Lauren ~ This is just wonderful…I am elated for you and your new store…and I will be a participating purchaser in the future!! Happy Holidays to you, hubby and your 3 beautiful children!!! Best of Luck in your new venture!!
Good luck!
Good for you Lauren on such wonderful accomplishments on your “unofficial” opening. I was one of the people on your site yesterday… actually late last night. This must be so exciting and over-whelming at the same time! What a rush! Congrats on a fantastic job! I’m looking forward to the official opening and you will see my name on purchases quite often!
Oh, I’m glad to hear it will be fixed. I have not been able to download the sled.
Hey Lauren,
it might be slow but I can check out blogs while it comes down and you must be thrilled by the response. Have a great Christmas.
It will all work out in the end:) Thanks for the update. You must be over the moon with the response!!!!:) Patiently waiting!:)
your so charming lauren, dont worry about us, were keen and we will keep being keen… 😉
I haven’t been posting much…. trying to stay on top of things here BUT, I’ve been watching and waiting patiently (actually pins and needles) for everything!!!
I’m so excited and proud of you – words cannot describe!
Congratulations to you!!!
Hugs and love,
Renee
Wow, that is amazing! I did manage to get my download fairly quickly 🙂 Just goes to show how successful you are going to be!
I always knew you’d become a ¤SuperStar¤ ¤Lauren¤ 🙂 Now you can teach your children, your friends, your family & the entire rest of the world, that hard work & determination aLwAyS wins the race. {{I’m sure you and DH have displayed this Lesson In Life many times prior to this mind-blowing-occasion.}} Ohhh and don’t forget to mention the part about having some ¤¤~Dreams & Goals~¤¤ too, as I know I’ve heard those words from you many-many times, and now look at where you are! [•bowing•].
Can’t wait ’til everything is in Store and I can see all the matching stamps & projects ~ YUM ~ it’s SURE to be better then any sweet dessert, or cake, cookies or pies – Oh My! Ha ha
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You so truely deserve this Lauren and am looking forward to your launch on January 3rd, 2010 =)
xox
Congrats to the big success of your store! I actually have a problem with downloading but will wait patiently (or not so much *lol*) until everything is fixed and try again then. I wish you all the best for your official opening but I am sure you’ll be not only fine but very successful indeed!
Love, Alexandra
I know how frustrating this can be for you – when we have to give up control to a web host – we had something similar happen when all 3000 parents tried to register their children for summer school at the same time – it crashed the servers but they got it all back and running – people often underestimate the power of the web for us and shopping!!!! You know what it all means – PEOPLE LOVE YOU and they are SO EXCITED to buy your new products because they are fabulous! SO it’s all good and if your customers are patient (hey they will be) then this is good to be ready for the real store opening 🙂
Hang in there girly – we love you.
What a wonderful exciting adventure for you! I got everything downloaded except for the paper. Thanks for extending the coupon and sale. Merry Christmas!
How fun for you! I got all my stuff to down load. The paper too awhile but its so fun! I am very excited for your official opening….Look out web hosting people….here come’s Lauren’s Mob group LOL!! That you so much for sharing your beautiful talent with us. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and prosperity in the New Year!
Hi Lauren,
I was able to access the store and download my goodies! I will be a loyal patron I am sure. With money so tight it is wonderful to be able to get things to use for multipurposes!
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and love of papercrafting with all of us and making it available!!
Much success!! God Bless you and your family this wonderful holiday season!
The downloads did take quite a while, but well worth the wait! I am really happy for you and your continued succes!
Lauren — don’t dismay – I was able to download the freebies late last night with absolutely no problems. It was a little slow but nothing to fret about.
Thank you for the opportunity to try out cut files with my cricut. Now i have to purchase scal and get the courage to try it 😉
Congratulations – I envy your energy, talent and courage! You go!
Don’t worry about this new store at all Lauren. We are patient and excited for you and can’t wait for all your creativity to explode. Too bad the server didn’t see you coming. We all knew this was the place to be. I’ll try the digi download again later. Take a deep breathe and enjoy the excitement you have generated, Mary.
Yippee…we’ll have another chance to download your wonderful designs. I couldn’t get the sled to go, but will look forward to getting it later. I’m sooooooo excited for you and so look forward to shopping on your site. Congratulations………you certainly deserve to be a HUGE success!
I got signed in yesterday, looked a bit and and now I will wait for the next update. Lauren, I am so pleased you are having all these problems…that really IS a great thing! Rock on girl we are all waiting to help you out!
No worries Lauren, I just kept trying and got it to work last night (woohoo!) I’m excited for you!!
Hey, these things happen but it will get all straightened out and will run smoothly!
Merry Christmas to you and your family! Best wishes as you embark on this new rollercoaster of success. No worries…enjoy the ride! Thank you for sharing your creative spirit with us. I was able to download everything so far. It’s amazing and I can’t wait to see more. You rock, Lauren!
I’ve been on the edge of my seat since the first announcement trying to get in to view the site but have been unable to. We got snowed in yesterday so I was able to try every few hours. No success yet but I am being very patient. We are probably snowed in today too so hopefully I will be able to see the wonderful site. I can’t wait! Thank you for the updates and for extending the sale and freebies. Good things come to those who wait patiently.
So happy for your pre-opening success! WOW! I can’t access anything yet, but I appreciate your keeping us posted. We know we can count on you for great crafting materials, ideas and now communicating quickly with us when there is a problem. You just do it all, girl! Happy Holidays for you and your lovely family. I know you will have a fantastic new year.
WOW, we crashed your web store! That’s is awesome. See we all are so excited about your store. Don’t worry I will be patience….
Hugs
How exciting that so many of us just have to have your designs!!! I know I am excited to see what you all have especially since I just got a Silhouette. I will try to be patient though and wish you all the best again in this new adventure.
i agree, great that you had an unofficial release to fix the glitches. Unfortuantely they is just no way to know what will happen until it’s tested out. It will all be PERFECT and WONDERFUL! 🙂
I have lots of patience…. just excited for you and the new site. I am looking forward to more of your great creations and clever ideas for packaging and decorating. I agree with the others…. you are amazing!
Love what you have on site so far and plan to order when the bugs are fixed…will watch for more updates..and thanks for sending them.
I know everything is going to work out for you. I didn’t get the original email with the discount coupon so i am hoping you have a way to send that out again.
Thanks.
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