I was there last week and the fence has become as much of a memorial to Prince as the building itself. So much emotion and love is there on that fence. I was glad that I didn't get to go inside Paisley Park and could just remember Prince with other fans and their momentos on the fence. The images of the fence with all of the balloons and tributes shortly after his passing will forever be a bittersweet memory for me. I'm hopeful that the operators of the museum allow fans to continue to share their tributes of Prince along that fence. For many of us that were lucky enough to go to Paisley Park since April 21, that fence was the closest thing to a funeral that we had for our Prince.

donnyenglish said:

rogifan said:

donnyenglish said:

I was there last week and the fence has become as much of a memorial to Prince as the building itself. So much emotion and love is there on that fence. I was glad that I didn't get to go inside Paisley Park and could just remember Prince with other fans and their momentos on the fence. The images of the fence with all of the balloons and tributes shortly after his passing will forever be a bittersweet memory for me. I'm hopeful that the operators of the museum allow fans to continue to share their tributes of Prince along that fence. For many of us that were lucky enough to go to Paisley Park since April 21, that fence was the closest thing to a funeral that we had for our Prince.

Yeah the fence is amazing. But such a bummer that we've had so much rain in August and September which has ruined some of the memorials.

True, but the thing about it is that there are always fans that will continue to provide memorials. Obviously, the memorials will have to be removed if they are becoming excessive or worn due to weather, but that tradition should remain until the end of time. It is just so touching to see that he had such an impact on people from all over the world of all ages, races, etc. Truly a beautiful thing. Out of all of the nonsense happening after his death, I'm 100% certain the fence is the one thing that he is smiling about.

Click on this......... tour of the fence http://prince.org/msg/7/425504

donnyenglish said:

luv4u said:

Click on this......... tour of the fence http://prince.org/msg/7/425504

nice! thanks for the link

donnyenglish said:

donnyenglish said:

I was there last week and the fence has become as much of a memorial to Prince as the building itself. So much emotion and love is there on that fence. I was glad that I didn't get to go inside Paisley Park and could just remember Prince with other fans and their momentos on the fence. The images of the fence with all of the balloons and tributes shortly after his passing will forever be a bittersweet memory for me. I'm hopeful that the operators of the museum allow fans to continue to share their tributes of Prince along that fence. For many of us that were lucky enough to go to Paisley Park since April 21, that fence was the closest thing to a funeral that we had for our Prince.

Exactly, visiting was so good for my heart. It gave me more wonderful memories of him, albeit bittersweet ones.

donnyenglish said:

Kara said:

tinted laminating, zip ties, and more.

Awww. Lovely thoughts and efforts all.

The learning curve on the weather resistant memorial offerings is special, but also telling, as we continue wading through this grief together.

I agree that they need to keep some fence for fans to be able to visit without having to go inside to pay their respects. That's the only right thing to do. I was there just a few weeks ago and it be a shame to not have it anymore....

donnyenglish said:

Kara said:

I agree. I hope they change their mind and continue to allow fans to leave momentos, or make alternative arrangements.

How can we petition them? Fans need to have some say with this sacred place.

Petition here: https://www.change.org/p/...isley-park

If they touch the shrine I will be really gutted.

luv4u said:

Click on this......... tour of the fence http://prince.org/msg/7/425504

This images brought tears to my eyes.

donnyenglish said:

Sadly, many fans won't experience this solemn and important part of Paisley Park. This is a real shame. If only they knew how much his spirit lives on that fence.

Be realistic, they can't stay there forever. It would begin to look tatty.

That fence rocks, even my tribute sits there, thanks to a very nice lady who offered to do them for us and post them up.

StopIt said:

tinted laminating, zip ties, and more.

Awww. Lovely thoughts and efforts all.

The learning curve on the weather resistant memorial offerings is special, but also telling, as we continue wading through this grief together.

What a compassionate and kind response. What a loving heart you have, StopIt, and it shines out via your posts. I know I appreciated your kind words to me about the post I made where I shared good memories connected to Prince, and where I shared some info that I hoped other fans might find interesting as they continue to learn about, and look for ways to feel close to, this amazing person who has left us. Here again are your kind words to me, another fan who feels grief and is trying to find ways to heal - thank you for showing me such caring and compassion.

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"Reply #22 posted 09/17/16 7:09pmStopIt

so... we should eat crappy BBQ there........ because Prince used to eat yummy BBQ there?

oh my gosh, that's amazing. Excellent.

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