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Originally Posted by ColonelMilesQuaritch (Post 9898)

I dont want to influence others to leave too :(

Don't leave then! :( But I understand, its just hard to sit here and watch all the higher ups start leaving...

I dont feel theres anything else left here for me, I have what I needed. But, can one really change decisions and cheat those who have saddened themselves over it.

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Originally Posted by ColonelMilesQuaritch (Post 9898)

I dont want to influence others to leave too :(

Lol, you're not influencing me. ;) I've just been feeling this way for a while, now, and it's surprising to see someone leaving for the same reasons as I, and not because of anything that's happened on the forums recently (like most others).

But like I said, I'm not leaving... not for a while, at least. :)

Colonel, please don't go. You have been with these forums for a while and you are a key part. Take a break. That is fine but please don't leave us.

Woodsprite: you always give insightful posts and I'd hate to see you go too :(.

Colonel, please reconsider.

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Originally Posted by ColonelMilesQuaritch (Post 9903)

I dont feel theres anything else left here for me, I have what I needed. But, can one really change decisions and cheat those who have saddened themselves over it.

If your only reason for leaving is because you simply have no interest, then that's not much of a reason at all, really. There's no reason to "quit" - simply come here when you have nothing to do. :)

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Originally Posted by Vauktu (Post 9910)

If your only reason for leaving is because you simply have no interest, then that's not much of a reason at all, really. There's no reason to "quit" - simply come here when you have nothing to do. :)

Thats not the reason if you look back.

Colonel: I think that this forum is becoming more than just an Avatar forum. We all love the movie and we have talked about it in its smallest detail (at least until the DVD/Blu-ray comes out) on the AF and on TOS. What I am seeing, and this is in part why the TOS formed I think is that it is becoming a forum of friendship and support. Just look at some of the posts that have recently been posted on the Off Topic forum and at least on in the General Avatar forum.

It has come to the point where several of us trust one another enough to pour out our thoughts and feelings, share opinions, and our lives. This is a network of friends who have come together because of one movie. I think that is what is special about it. I think that is also why it saddens us when one of our members leave :(.

We will respect your decision. I know I will but please reconsider.

Damnit.. why bro? Why? I understand if you bled it dry, but do you do anything outside of A-related forums? Like games maybe? It would be fun to play with you. You have your reasons for leaving but it was an honor knowing you regardless. I always thought that name of yours was superior in a sense, the character being a massive involvement into it. You presented and represented yourself well with such high esteem. Out of every experience, there needs to be a benchmark or a landmark that made this chapter of your life very recognizable when compared to the many other sheraides you may have and will experience. How you take this is up to you my friend:

Why do we join things like these? How do we come together and make ourselves an identity parallel to our own, already existing one? The answer is within you, but the main factor is that it changed you in some way, for better or for worse (mostly for better, but the people who have a bad case of a movie might join the thread to seek advice from like-minded people. They feel very bad inside and seek the remedy). You must of joined this community because Avatar changed you, and I can bet it changed you more than you bargained for. For the better sake of yourself and to the others around you. I have my own reasons for loving this world and the people in it, but the community that it has brought together isn't entirely bonded by a movie's appeal alone, it is the feelings conveyed in the community that binds us together as one. This community is a marvel of your creation, but that isn't what's important; I fear Pandora has left you and will never come back.

Over exposure to something destroys it's novelty. So much so, being over-immersed can lead to a nasty headache and a bad thought on your mind. Being a big name, you did big things and made big things happen by yourself. Your going to move on now, away from all of this. We have our outlets here in the community that inspire us to keep on living here on the forums. When all outlets are severed, there is no point in holding onto a lost cause. Doing something you don't want to do is the worst thing you can do. Everyone here may want you to stay, but you have to make this decision for yourself without any pressure from anyone. Know that people care for you here, but you must count yourself first. Being selfless and coming onto the forums just for maintenance sake and the ability to listen to the people is all were kind of demanding from you in the means of staying. But this is your choice. Please do tell me what you think.

Here are my alias and usernames if your interested in having a big buddy in games:
Xfire:
-evolvedbullet
Steam:
-Evolvedbullet
Skype:
-S.Smith
Aim:
-SmithX302

I really do want a reply my friend. Ewya nghau, truely. Goodbye :'(

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Originally Posted by rapunzel77 (Post 9914)

Colonel: I think that this forum is becoming more than just an Avatar forum. It has come to the point where several of us trust one another enough to pour out our thoughts and feelings, share opinions, and our lives. This is a network of friends who have come together because of one movie. I think that is what is special about it. I think that is also why it saddens us when one of our members leave :(.

We will respect your decision. I know I will but please reconsider.

Oh, Rapunzel, ma tsmuké...oel ngati kameie. Your words above are EXACTLY what I've been thinking this past week or so, as I've seen different members of our family laying bare their souls and emotions in their posts, with no reservations, and no fear of reprisals or being ridiculed. The courage it took for that kind of catharsis is mirrored in our acceptance of each and every one here, and our willingness to come forward and embrace those who need comfort.

That said, I know you have your reasons for leaving, Colonel, but we would welcome you back with open arms when you decide to return.

With affection from one of your sisters here at the Tree of Souls,
Marilyn

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Originally Posted by Na'vi taw'ite (Post 9917)

Thank you Marilyn :). There is only one thing I would like to change and that is for us to freely express ourselves, even our most deeply held beliefs even though they will be different from each other :). I think we can do that. To be totally free. We are getting there, I think. At least, I hope.

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Originally Posted by Woodsprite (Post 9893)

I kinda know how you feel, and I've been considering it too. Have a good life, CMQ (oh! have I made a rhyme?). :) We'll miss you, but I do understand your reasons, because I'm starting to feel the same.

...Just one thing stopping me, though.

Aaaaaand that would be me, having handcuffed myself to you and myself to a fixture on the wall.

You ain't goin' NOWHERE...nuh-uh...not while I'm breathin'.

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Originally Posted by Na'vi taw'ite (Post 9920)

Aaaaaand that would be me, having handcuffed myself to you and myself to a fixture on the wall.

You ain't goin' NOWHERE...nuh-uh...not while I'm breathin'.

Yeah, I hope that Woodsprite doesn't leave either. This is such a good group that it is sad to see anyone go.

Btw, is there a hint of something else going on here? :)

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Originally Posted by rapunzel77 (Post 9921)

Yeah, I hope that Woodsprite doesn't leave either. This is such a good group that it is sad to see anyone go.

Btw, is there a hint of something else going on here? :)

Rapunzel, if you could hear Woody's impersonations of the Colonel on Skype, you'd understand why I handcuffed myself to him.

(*Na'vi taw'ite starts laughing*)

I'm just kidding. Woody's just the OTHER unrepentant night owl I run into on Skype, and he can mix music like it ain't no thang. Most of all, though, his eloquence has left an indelible impression on me; it's THAT quality that I appreciate about him above all else.

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Originally Posted by Na'vi taw'ite (Post 9925)

aww, thats good :). I probably don't have the time to go on Skype. That is why I do all my posting on the forum. It sounds like you have a lot of fun on there though :).

I still hope I'll see you back soon...

Don't go :'(