I feel really ashamed of myself…I will only speak for myself but others may or may not feel the same way.

A lot of threads and posts have been pretty cruel, me being guilty also. I would just like to say that I am not a bad person, I do not mean to directly offend. Sometimes posts are written naively, jokingly, truthful, tongue in cheek and out to shock. I am fairly new to the Org but when reading some posts – mine too – they become inflamed and quite nasty. I/we get upset and things do get blown way out of proportion that I/we want to believe anything.

I am glad I found the Org, I have learned a lot more about Prince and associates that I am truly grateful. Before, many years ago I relied on CONTROVERSY which was excellent for me but when that finished I kinda just bought Prince’s music and happened upon news articles through magazines and tabloids. There are some things I would rather not know about that I have learned through the Org, but hell – that’s life!

From an early age I have been overwhelmed by Prince’s genius, hoping and daring I would still like his latest song, album and gladly I do. I feel as strong for his music at 11 as I do now at 31. I like his person although I do not know him. I know he is good, has a great personality and sense of humour and his music has helped me through good times and bad.

I my self – like Prince – am a normal human being, I have dealt with some shit in my life but I have also been very successful and I suppose am much luckier than millions of other unfortunate people in the world. I hardly ever recognize that though. Think how lucky we all are.

I have ‘issues’ myself like many people, but I now believe these are being brought onto the Org and should be kept quite separate. Yes, I may still write some crappy threads and stupid posts but will try and remember to think twice before I start typing. I just get a bit het up and excited.
Remember we are all on the Org because we like, love Prince and/or his music, his choice of friends the path he takes in life is his decision and we should ‘try’ and accept that. How would you all deal with someone telling you what to or what not to believe in. Sounds a bit Taliban to me. (Again, not to offend!)

I was very upset when I heard Prince became a JW, I had someone in my family who was JW and my family and closest could not understand it – I still don’t but there are others who cannot understand Christianity or religion, I am not going to change myself for them, so we shouldn’t expect Prince to change. We are only going to Piss him off big style and then where would we be? What would we do if he stopped his music altogether? Let’s sit back and appreciate the great music he puts out to his fans, fams, whoever.
We are here to support him.

Don’t get me wrong I do love the humorous/crappy/controversial threads, posts and everyone on the Org seem like really great, friendly people but I would also love to hear some future positive threads about the man we log onto the Org to discuss.

Peace.

I was wondering when you'd come around Feathers, since you seemed to be a reasonably intelligent guy. I'm happy that you have, welcome to the dawn! Also, big props to u for admitting it out loud, I hope that this might make other people think as well. I for one appreciate this initiative very much.

to Feathers

Jen
[This message was edited Thu Jul 25 8:09:24 PDT 2002 by Teacher]

Teacher said:

It may bore some people to death, but if they spend the time reading it (I am no journalist or writer so it's not perfect or rivetting reading!) they may just think...I just thought it needed to be said, the thread 'What the hell is Larry on' made me think - AFTER I had posted my crap! I just wrote my post before I read all the other posts and alot of people seemed upset and/or concerned.
Prince could retire early, start a family, or concentrate fully on JW but let us be thankful now that he DOES share his music with us and DOES still tour!!! He still loves us, so why should we be so cruel?

REDFEATHERS said:

i could not have said it better...
well done

Finess said:

Thanx Finess (boy are U fit!)

Org-love is never having to say you're sorry.

2the9s said:

What a kind thing to say - I'm still happy to have joined you fellow Orgers!!

Yes redfeathers, it is very easy to post and then realize the tone and/or inflection isn't right. We all make that mistake sometimes...it sucks.

The org can be forgiving however

Berry said:

You know that split second immediately after you click "send" on a post that you typed in the heat of the moment? You're like "shit, I shouldn't have done that!"

There should be a word for that instant!

RF, even tho I don't know you I HAD THIS BIG on my face knowing that both of us have things in common. I think that you're very kind hearted person and a SMART 1 too I also think that you shouldn't stop doing what you're doing if it don't offend nobody and EVEN if its stupid. Shit, we came here to chill not to WORK. Anyway nice talking 2 ya

Peace!

"There should be a word for that instant".

Or, to paraphrase that line from 'Under The Cherry Moon':


" I must have that disease"

" It's called stupid!"

giotto said:

AzureStar said:

Oh man! Good one. Yeah I saw Under the Cherry Moon. Whew, glad we can laught at this together, right Azure?

Errr, you are laughing with me, right? Hmmm...

2the9s said:

Yeah, sure, nines...I was laughing with you...

I'll believe it when I c it.

REDFEATHERS said:

Ok...I've fallen 4 it.

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[This message was edited Thu Jul 25 13:52:22 PDT 2002 by Nep2nes]

Funny, was reflecting on my own posts only a few minutes ago. Thinking about how I write them sometimes.

I want to do something different too. Cut out all unneccessaries. I know what they are

Thanx for saying what u have. Kind of made my decision b4 I read your thread more concrete.

I haven't been posting/lurking much lately, so not sure exactly which posts you're feeling bad about. BUT-
If you feel what you say, it's honest. No need to apologize. If you mean something as sarcastic or tongue-in-cheek and someone's offended, well, maybe they shouldn't be so sensitive and they should get a sense of humor. If you flat out intend to piss someone off, well, that's just plain mean. (But sometimes that's only in retaliation too.)

In other words, I wouldn't worry about it. Nice thoughts, though.

(((REDFEATHERS)))

I find that copious amounts of alcohol helps deal with the shame.

Larry gave me advice on self-medication through alcohol.

I know I'm pretty late adding this post,
but I just read it and I have to say,
thank you to Redfeathers.
All of us are here because of our interest in Prince.
That is our common bond.
If we can grow to be real friends in addition to that,
what a groove that would be!

Peace and Love,
SensualMelody

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Redfeathers, that was truly the most honest and from the heart thread I have ever read. I don't know if you are a man or a women, but that was certainly big of you, my hat's off to you. Mad props, sincerely. Maybe we all (including myself) can take a lesson from your example in honesty.

jw1914 said:

Thank you jw14, I first thought I may be a bit of a 'pussy' posting this thread but am alot happier now I have and everyone has been very encouraging!

this is a happy thread!

jw1914 said:

ass

Xtreme said:

WHAT YOU CALL ME EXTREME!!!Let me show you my other cheek!