So we're off to the airport, on our way to celebrate two decades online with some of you. Whoever's coming, we'll see you there. Whoever's not, it's still a party here, too!

I have to thank everyone for allowing me to do this for so long. This is all I do and it's beyond a dream job in every way possible. Though I rarely break the surface long enough to be part of many discussions, know that I appreciate those of you who produce the content, the conversations, and the positive energy that really makes this all tick.

Socially, this whole site has been a kind of laissez faire experiment since around 2001, and I have learned a lot. I feel like you've taught me two lifetimes' worth of insight into how people really work, and work together. Whether they know it or not, everybody from the most seasoned producer to the newest lurker plays an integral part, and everybody needs each other. Left to your own devices (with light moderation), you really do cooperate together. Despite me, you all pull this site in a generally positive direction, and you always have. You really live the ideal that "acceptance is the new tolerance." This is the most important thing I've learned in the past 20 years and I think I'll blog about that soon.

I had no idea when I skipped classes in 1998 to build the "Ultimate Messy Links List" that it would turn into a lifelong journey for me. But you all made that happen. I am still following your lead, and the journey is nowhere near over.

Thanks everybody.
Messmaster

P.S. If you are coming to the pool party Friday but NOT staying at the nugget, please inbox me now!

I regrettably will not be there but I definitely have to extend a HUGE thanks!! This site and community have opened up avenues galore for my sex life, my artistic life, and new aspects that came together to connect the other familiar and expanded aspects of my life to make me who I am. I love all of that and you are part of that which I love so thanks a ton!! I'm sure I'm not the only one but for the last 20 years you have been on the ride with me of expanding and exploring and teaching and it has been great. To be a venue for exploration and mentorship is truly wonderful.

Man, I will see you guys on Wednesday! I get in early around 8 AM and will probably take a nap until dinner time . Then it's game on. Thanks for the reminder about the ear protection! I don't want anyone having to shovel my ass up off the ground because of my jacked super sonic ears.

Also, at home I have all my passwords saved, and I don't remember my UMD, so if anyone wants to message me while there, please use the group me app. I'm using the same spudly avatar so you'll recognize me, as well as pics of me up on my profile (hint, I really kinda look like a potato with glasses).

Vegas, baby! I love this place!

We'll see you in a few hours to club it up with Steve Aoki!!

Thank you MessMaster for everything you've done for us, from making us feel normal, to giving us a place to share and explore new ideas! Happy Anniversary! Enjoy Vegas! Sorry the Pie Princess and I couldn't attend hopefully we'll see you for the 25th!

If we make it another 10 years that'll be XXX and maybe I'll finally lose my virginity!

Just met up with MM at Caesar's Palace. Totally not worthy!
:notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:

I'm here. Got in late Tuesday night. Anything happening during the day Wednesday?

Congratulations on 20 years from us here at Messyworld! Wishing you all the very best

I wish I could be there.

Everyone have a great time in Las Vegas!

Don't forget that it's Derby Week, so you can bet on the Oaks and Derby while you're out there (better safe than sorry)

Nothing specific.... just walking the strip today I think. Any ideas?

Everybody thanks for the props! Join us on Groupme to follow the shenanigans!...

Sad I won't be there - have a great time everyone!

And if one of the Brits wants to buy me something from one of these: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/artomat I'll pay you back at the Bristol splunch

Have fun!

Here are some photos me photos from the totally awesome club MM invited us to last night, Omnia at Caesar's Palace, possibly the finest nightclub in Las Vegas!

A bunch of us just had a magnificent dinner in the steakhouse on the 27th floor of Binions Gambling Hall. This is living!

Group shot, Freemont Street Experience, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, 3rd May 2018

[Sorry, had to take the pic down because not everyone in it wanted to be posted]

That is awesome, you guys look like you're having a blast!

It was so awesome to meet you all at Freemont Street

Great Photos! I miss Vegas.

PS - It's a real shame that Maria comes off so shy and standoffish...

Love the photos guys! Keep em coming!

I've heard enough. Messmaster's a fraud. He skipped classes in 1998. Take this site down.

This looks amazing. Regretting missing out now that I'm seeing pics from it. I'll have to attend if this happens again. Hope you're all having fun!

Was this how you got to Las Vegas, MM?
https://youtu.be/7-g8_Lt1qa0?t=33s

So close! Yet, so far away

Just a layover on my way to the UK.

Lake Meade group shot, Boulder City Beach, Nevada.

OMG GUYYYYYYSSSS!!!! please come to the midwest and let me take yall to chi town or something!!! i am SO FUCKING SAD i missed this. i have some of you and i wanted to meet everyone!! i am glad you all had fun though. i know with maria and my friend (i wont name your real name but i will just call you mr. x, haha) you all had a blast maria in general is just a super blast.

our paths will cross i fuckinG MEAN IT!!!

Chi town!? That's my town lets do it!

Wow, that looks like a blast! I'm glad the event seems to have gone so well!!

Im up for the midwest, since I had to cancel LV.

ooh, who's mr. x!!? I'm jealous!!!

Srsly doe, we know some peeps in chi town. I'd be down for that. Hell, that one I think I could even drive in my beat up Corolla.