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[rapunzel77]

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.

[Na'vi taw'ite]

Originally Posted by rapunzel77

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

[rapunzel77]

Originally Posted by Na'vi taw'ite

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.

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.