Why Pie'n'eal has left the forum.

[Tarka the Duck]

Did anybody else notice today is 3.14 -It's officially Pie day !

Never 'eard of it !! But OMG...there it is!! And there was me thinking that synchronicity stuff was all very iffy...now THAT has really made me smile

National Pi(e) Day - March 14

Celebrate the spirit of National Pi Day with the American Pie Council and help a great cause.

[greybeard]

Tony got in excess of twelve thousand thank yous--- that is a measure of the respect and attention his posts get.
Hopefully in time he will return.
Chris

[Tarka the Duck]

And now I have worked out the significance of this...

[ViralSpiral]

LOOOOOOL . I had no pi-dea !



Gotta love synchronicity.....

Here's his brother, pie'n'ear

[NeverMind]

Posted by learninglight (here)

'tony get your backside back here where its needed'

I second this wholeheartedly!
Honestly, Tony, how could you even think that your absence would be of greater benefit than your presence?

Each one of us have their own notion of "Project Avalon"; and that notion is not made by the threads themselves. It's the people - the vague but very real constellation of names (and faces), and the memory of their individual virtual voices - that make up a general feeling that draws us back.
And right now, my own constellation, my own notion of PA, has suffered another big blow.


I do hope you reconsider.
But most of all, I hope you are well, whatever you do and wherever you are.

¤=[Post Update]=¤

It's not quite so simple though...I'm married to the old bugger...

I had no idea!
Oh well, then you know what to do. :-)



P.S.

I also really feel disharmonius and negative in this forum

Feritciva, isn't that all the MORE reason to stay?
Isn't our role in life better fulfilled if we contribute our light, rather than helping a situation get even darker by removing our light?

That's how I think, obviously.
You may think otherwise.
I wish you all the best, whatever you do.

[NeverMind]

A few bad apples don't spoil the whole bunch.

They can if you LET them. :-)

[Tarka the Duck]

Tony has just asked me to put this on...he's been out in the garden all day and has just came in for a cuppa:

It has suddenly struck me that there is a tremendous amount of genuine love in the world at this moment, and it is pouring out of PA from the hearts of individuals.
The individuals make a collective, which is the basis of human unity.

[Debra]

Tarka the Duck, I could not go past this post, you called me in. I know it is tempting to go this way, but what purpose does it offer? Speaking in the moment, I think it is just a short term opportunity for respite, a band aid effect. It is also a measure of control that is preventing energy flowing. And that only serves to clogs up the system too, because it will only re manifest. I was thinking perhaps that - in place of biting back, which is not very emotionally intelligent I suppose, but taking the road of silence. You allow the negative to have its space and, after a while, when there is no drama ensuing, no one is responding, the negative is just left with itself - and looking at its own reflection.

Posted by Tarka the Duck (here)

I sometimes wished that the creators of threads had a little more moderating ability in their own threads, for example, to clean up threads and delete offtopic comments,

I haven't thought this through, before anyone jumps down my throat but that sounds interesting...what do others think?

[Tarka the Duck]

Posted by Zebra (here)
Tarka the Duck, I could not go past this post, you called me in. I know it is tempting to go this way, but what purpose does it offer? Speaking in the moment, I think it is just a short term opportunity for respite, a band aid effect. It is also a measure of control that is preventing energy flowing. And that only serves to clogs up the system too, because it will only re manifest. I was thinking perhaps that - in place of biting back, which is not very emotionally intelligent I suppose, but taking the road of silence. You allow the negative to have its space and, after a while, when there is no drama ensuing, no one is responding, the negative is just left with itself - and looking at its own reflection.

Posted by Tarka the Duck (here)

I sometimes wished that the creators of threads had a little more moderating ability in their own threads, for example, to clean up threads and delete offtopic comments,

I haven't thought this through, before anyone jumps down my throat but that sounds interesting...what do others think?

Yes, I do agree...maybe if we all make efforts not to respond? If we all strengthened our tongue-biting abilities? (Viral - got a picture for that?)
I suppose problems only arise when people do respond, and the thread heads off sideways over the horizon, never to return.

[Selene]

Dear Pie:

"Dammit, Scotty, don't you realize you're necessary around here?"



Come back soon,

Selene

[Debra]

✔

Posted by markpierre (here)
How about a flag system instead of thanks.

Like blue means cool, yellow is 'off topic' and red is 'I'm seeing red'. Green can mean 'you just healed me brother'.

[ViralSpiral]

Look, here's another pie. An Ides of March one.
Heart-burn material.
Take a Rennies, have another cuppa and see ya tomorrow!







p.s. don't forget to consult your favourite gland

[Poly Hedra]

I'm really sad to see Pie'n'eal go too. I think the idea of the OP having more control over their thread is a great idea. I dont think its as simple as people just not resonationg anymore.
DO people not think that maybe the way a forum is set up also needs to be re-examined too? Just like every other modality in our world right now?
We have a problem that needs to be fixed.

Every thread could be the responsibility of the OP and while being also monitored by the MODs . There is room for discussion.

I hope you come back Pie'n'eal because a few short words from you helped me to figure something out that was really important to me.
So thank you for that and I hope to see you again.

[RunningDeer]

Posted by Tarka the Duck (here)

Posted by WhiteCrowBlackDeer (here)

Posted by Tarka the Duck (here)
Tony has asked me to post this.

Dear Tarka the Duck,
I hope you are doing okay. My guess is that you are feeling the loss of a dear PA Friend and Teacher. I'm thinking of you.
Peace,
WhiteCrowBlackDeer
................................................

Thank you for that, WCBD! That is so kind.

It's not quite so simple though...I'm married to the old bugger...

Oh, I didn't know that! Things make more sense to me now. That's great! You've got each other, so that means it's just a little bump in the road. It's nice to see how much Master Pie'n'eal is loved. If he does not decide to come back, I know it's for reasons greater than Project Avalon. Sometimes, it’s just time to move on, and a reason unfolds either from within or from another.

Judging by the messages expressed, it looks like many have been positively impacted by all the knowledge shared. The way I see it, to return or not to return - Master Pie'n'eal's teachings continue to live on and multiply.

My two cents would be take a break. See if there's even a tiny inkling in his heart that this is where his assistance calls to “him”. I think that’s most important. Take a break. Have some Ben and Jerry’s. Come back even part-time and play lightly like in his floss video.

Even masters are human. They feel the craziness that abounds these days. It’s not out of the realm of possibility that they feel how so many silently weep, and mistakenly think it is their own anguish. In a sense it is, isn’t it? That’s the gift of a Blessed Moment, when the Teacher becomes the Student and the Student becomes the Teacher - and then All One.

This I know: Master Pie’n’eal serves as a Beacon of Light, no matter how far away he goes. It’s just his nature, or is it just the nature of things?

Great Blessings and Love, to You and Tony, a.k.a. Master Pie’n’eal

[aranuk]

Come back Tony Pie, please. I will miss you if you don't. And so will hundreds of others.

Stan

[king anthony]

Posted by Tarka the Duck (here)
Tony has asked me to post this.
Why I have left the forum... ...All the best,
Tony

I can say I know how you feel - you were supportive of me when I had left the forum and were supportive of me when I came back. I sincerely offer the same to you. Cheers!!!

[Daft Ada]

Now then Tony, I am surprised that a man of your integrity and following has allowed some of the nasty narcissistic members of this forum get to you, no need to leave, if you feel so strongly about it just do as I do and read the posts and say nothing other than to the people you love and trust.
Hi Quackie xx

[Lettherebelight]

This may be a good lesson for us all when it comes to responding to other's beliefs and faith.

We all have them, and they are constantly evolving...hopefully.

Some folks, in a mood of benevolence, attempt to share their deep convictions. They may or may not be looking for a philosophical debate. It may be worthwhile to examine if there is invitation to engage in philosophical debate or not (ie. is that what the thread is about?), or is the thread more in a mood of sharing for people who may be attracted to that path? Some people enjoy a joust of reason and logic. Perhaps at the OP it could be made clear.

The spiritual sector of the forum is a very sensitive and personal place..enter with caution and respect!

I am talking to myself as well.

Ok Pie, we learned the lesson....hope to see you here again?

[Debra]

It is a good point you make about the flag system chiquetet - but are not the words people use in their posts loaded with their judgements anyway, about what they think is right, wrong or something in between? I think the flag system and the definitions that markpierre offered are quite fair and they cut to the chase. And all categories I think, even the lower end ones, I do not think denote any meanness of spirit. I also see them as gentle feedback mechanisms that tell you something more about the person who presses the button actually. At the same time, little reflections for yourself as well to maybe consider.

Posted by chiquetet (here)
I don't like the idea of thread starters moderating their thread with other means than replying or ignoring specific posts. For them to have the power to delete others' postings would be ripe for abuse.

I don't like the coloured flag system either. Nobody likes to be called names and put down. If someone violates the forum guidelines this can be reported and the mods can decide on an issue, works just fine.

[schneider]

Dear Tony, i think everyone on this site can relate to what you are going through, some more than others. there are days when i just need to stay away from the forum, the energy is incompatible with mine. but then there are other days that can be completely uplifting and its an absolute delight to be with fellow avalonians. you have most evidently imparted your spirit here at avalon and it is being felt by those you have touched. thanks for your contributions