Today marks the official day that Geocities is laid to rest. It’s a sad, sad day but just serves to remind us that no matter how glorious something was, the end is never predictable, nor too far away (even on the internet).

I remember making my first webpage on Geocities (and no, I will not link it) when I was 11 or 12 or so. Back before blogger, or facebook, or twitter, Geocities was the place to get yourself on the web and it was the launch-pad for individuals to make themselves heard – for free. And yes, I do realize it was just a web-service that didn’t develop with the times and just ran out on itself but as with anything that has had a hey-day, it made a difference to people.

So here’s a place to share your goodbye stories on cnet.

Also, check out xkcd’s tribute.