Sadly through our sharing of opinions, information, ideas & experiences we may be

lambasted/attacked/ridiculed or criticized. Why? Many of us easily lose sight of the

fact that the common thread that may have brought us to this exchange is:

(our relationship with the music?).

By default because we may share a common interest a surrogate relationship

may take shape. As a result we might become defensive of the artist, protective

of the music, possessive of the criticism and/or tied to our opinion.

Naturally our discussions deteriorate becasue we personalize them and often direct our response

in a personal way.

Do we have any responsibiity beyond adhereing to the .org site regulations? NO.

Do we invoke certain and inherent responsibilities as fans, patrons, self-prolaimed

pundits and, participants? Some of us do. Whether we should is debatable.

As I explore these discussions I ask myself who is the conductor of this experience? My answer

gives me some insight into my motives and my interest in being apart of the .org discussions.

To Myself: Dig deep. Let the music be your guide on this fantastic voyage called

Prince.org. Give it a chance it won't bite... Go ahead catch a vibe.

From Myself: Where you comin' from man?

To Myself: Strictly the music, strictly the music.