I understand but not sure I want to go and him not be there. I think it would make it worse not better - or maybe it would be OK. Heck I don't know.

Dauphin said:

Yes I understand that there are a lot of ts to cross and is to dot. I also understand that past band members are planning a show, and I can't wait to go. That said, I still need a little more closure by making a final trip to Paisley Park, but I don't want to just go and turn around and come back. I'm looking for another Celebration level event, even a one or two-day thing. Sorry, just felt like getting that off my chest. Thank you.

Yes, yes - we know. Because Prince dying is about you.

Genesia said:

Dauphin said:

Genesia said:

Yes, yes - we know. Because Prince dying is about you.

Actually, everything in life is about you as an individual and how you choose to interact with the universe around you. Otherwise, it's completely fruitless caring about specks of Cosmic dust that will eventually return to Cosmic dust. No reason to love anybody because all you are doing is feeding your own self importance. No reason to eat because you're going to die anyway, and nobody should care about you to begin with. Or... Or... Accept that there is a personal relation that we have, in our own way with Prince, his music, etc. And accept that we all have a process to go through. And part of my process is to visit the park and celebrate his life. I'm talking about an official memorial, as obviously there have been multiple impromptu celebrations.

And so people have an obligation to plan something to enable you to do that? Sounds pretty selfish, to me.

Hold on Genesia - I think if anything you are lashing out for no reason. We are all grieving in our way and if Dauphin wants and needs this for closure how is this selfish and why such a big deal to you.

Take it easy please.

Peace.

strawberrybubblegum said:

Hold on Genesia - I think if anything you are lashing out for no reason. We are all grieving in our way and if Dauphin wants and needs this for closure how is this selfish and why such a big deal to you.

Take it easy please.

Peace.

Nobody is taking issue with people grieving in their own way. It's the notion that people are obligated to throw a party so Dauphin can feel special that's the problem.

And who was talking to you, anyway?

Genesia said:

Genesia said:

Dauphin said:

Yes I understand that there are a lot of ts to cross and is to dot. I also understand that past band members are planning a show, and I can't wait to go. That said, I still need a little more closure by making a final trip to Paisley Park, but I don't want to just go and turn around and come back. I'm looking for another Celebration level event, even a one or two-day thing. Sorry, just felt like getting that off my chest. Thank you.

Yes, yes - we know. Because Prince dying is about you.

A public memorial is about him/her..and about everone else who goes. Prince isn't going to get anything out if it.

I was thinking the same thing

I would have thought some sort of memorial would have taken place so fans can honour the legend

People, it's been less than two weeks since he died! Do you have ANY clue what it takes to pull something like this together - especially for someone who had the kind of following Prince did? The logistics would be insane under the best of circumstances - and it doesn't sound like anyone in the family really has the wherewithal to get it done. You lost an idol - they lost a family member. A little understanding is in order.

You could have gotten your ass on a plane and stuck flowers into the fence around Paisley Park like so many other people have. But let's be real here - that doesn't fit YOUR agenda. You want someone to throw a party. Why, exactly, does anyone owe you that?

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Genesia said:

Dauphin said:

Genesia said:

People, it's been less than two weeks since he died! Do you have ANY clue what it takes to pull something like this together - especially for someone who had the kind of following Prince did? The logistics would be insane under the best of circumstances - and it doesn't sound like anyone in the family really has the wherewithal to get it done. You lost an idol - they lost a family member. A little understanding is in order.

You could have gotten your ass on a plane and stuck flowers into the fence around Paisley Park like so many other people have. But let's be real here - that doesn't fit YOUR agenda. You want someone to throw a party. Why, exactly, does anyone owe you that?

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Is there an official statement saying "The public memorial for one of the greatest artists of our time will be this fence"? Does it fit your own agenda that there not be any public memorial? What are you going to say when there is a public memorial? "Shut it down, nobody deserves it, nobody deserves anything". I don't accept that a business entity that could plan and arrange full international tours, hit and run shows, weeklong celebrations, etc., is not capable of what it takes to pull something like this together. In fact, my understanding is that is exactly what they are doing. Only, there are no official statements beyond past band members saying something is in the works. That all well and good, but, as i opened the thread with, the lack of a public memorial is becoming frustrating.

I never said there shouldn't be a memorial of some sort. But I don't think it should happen because bunch of douche nozzles threw a hissy fit. Hell's bells - the man's ashes are barely cold.

When was Prince's last "full international tour"? When was the last Celebration? Paisley Park hasn't been staffed at that level for a long time. It's going to take awhile for this to happen.

Use the time constructively by getting over yourself.

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Genesia said:

I never said there shouldn't be a memorial of some sort. But I don't think it should happen because bunch of douche nozzles threw a hissy fit. Hell's bells - the man's ashes are barely cold.

When was Prince's last "full international tour"? When was the last Celebration? Paisley Park hasn't been staffed at that level for a long time. It's going to take awhile for this to happen.

Use the time constructively by getting over yourself.

The only one here who sounds like a douche nozzle throwing a hissy fit is you.

Get over yourself, indeed.

Me Too. Kinda getting frustrated!

I only have so much leway on getting the correct time off from both my jobs!

I think something is coming out wednesday tomorrow 05/04/16. fdeluxe on facebook the family posted to keep an eye out for info on the tribute tomorrow.

I hope it will by similar to the celebration events in 2000-2001 also but it will be a mouning event for the fans this time around. We will have to be there 4OneAnother instead of just for P.

Eileen said:

Genesia said:

I never said there shouldn't be a memorial of some sort. But I don't think it should happen because bunch of douche nozzles threw a hissy fit. Hell's bells - the man's ashes are barely cold.

When was Prince's last "full international tour"? When was the last Celebration? Paisley Park hasn't been staffed at that level for a long time. It's going to take awhile for this to happen.

Use the time constructively by getting over yourself.

The only one here who sounds like a douche nozzle throwing a hissy fit is you.

Get over yourself, indeed.

You're right. As a wise person once said, "Never argue with an idiot. He'll just drag you down to his level and beat you with experience."

I'm done.

As i said in another thread he was a big star and should go out like one.yes,his fans want a place to say goodbye.If its selfish oh fn well.I WILL JUST SAY IT ...IT FEELS LIKE MJ WAS THE BIGGER CELEB IN DEATH.My opinion and im voicing it.Dont like it oh well.

violectrica said:

Prince was a bigger talent than Mj to me yet received less attention. Sucks.

Exactly.... Thats what i was trying to say.

strawberrybubblegum said:

panpac777 said:

Dauphin said:

Yes I understand that there are a lot of ts to cross and is to dot. I also understand that past band members are planning a show, and I can't wait to go. That said, I still need a little more closure by making a final trip to Paisley Park, but I don't want to just go and turn around and come back. I'm looking for another Celebration level event, even a one or two-day thing. Sorry, just felt like getting that off my chest. Thank you.

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Please vent as much as you want. That's why we're here. Love 4 one another.

I get your drift. Try and think on another note.... a public memorial is going to be so much like a real saying goodbye and having to accept that he is gone. I am not ready. It is just not time yet to say goodbye... Hope this helps a little.

Dauphin said:

It is frustrating - though I assume that Paisley Park will become a makeshift memorial, and people will place flowers and things around the fences. At least, that's what I thought was happening.

FUNKNROLL said:

Dauphin said:

But while there was so much beauty going on, there was this dark side. People stabbing people in the back, employees being let go for bogus reasons, hearing that those closest to him were aware of his pain and addiction, and worse, that when he needed supervision the most, he was left alone and probably by his own request.

So when I looked to Paisley Park Enterprises, Inc to be responsible for direction in terms of a public memorial, I'm beginning to feel that I really should have known better.

This is a multi million dollar operation that has previously coordinated tours, week long celebrations, weekend dance parties and after shows. What I know of the employees is that they did love their job, and did the best they could, so why the continued silence from PP in official contexts?

Prince was never supervised and accepted no supervision. As you said, it was by his own request, please don't think "he was left alone" - it's not that way and it leaves you feeling sadder. He had his freedom as he wanted it.

There isn't a Paisley Park Enterprises fitting your thoughts, there really isn't. There was Prince giving orders to mostly low level folks, I mean, usually young college-aged women. Extra worker bees more often band members and superfans. Anything bigger than that, they'd hire a company for the one-off service.

There isn't a structure like what you are describing and there is no PP to provide anything in an "official context" - the only person who could do that is gone. And even if there was such a structure, it's very iffy if those folks could say or do anything right now without permission from the courts.

But I know that can't soothe your desire or need for the closure you'd like.

Eileen said:

Eileen said:

Prince was never supervised and accepted no supervision. As you said, it was by his own request, please don't think "he was left alone" - it's not that way and it leaves you feeling sadder. He had his freedom as he wanted it.

There isn't a Paisley Park Enterprises fitting your thoughts, there really isn't. There was Prince giving orders to mostly low level folks, I mean, usually young college-aged women. Extra worker bees more often band members and superfans. Anything bigger than that, they'd hire a company for the one-off service.

There isn't a structure like what you are describing and there is no PP to provide anything in an "official context" - the only person who could do that is gone. And even if there was such a structure, it's very iffy if those folks could say or do anything right now without permission from the courts.

That's what I suspected. First, with Prince gone there's nobody to sign the checks and the people who are now 'in charge' might be getting their first taste of being in charge, not just staffing, their areas of responsibility.