Wow, that is a really powerful piece of work. It is listening to your well-intentioned white brother try to tell you about your native spirituality. Ok, so now I'm going to actually do this, sort of though. First off, I'm not saying this is true, I am merely repeating something that was told to me by an anthropology of religion teacher ( Hank Wesselman). This could be wrong--he actually says to not go repeating this to many Natives because they often get upset, but I just wanted to hear what you have to say about it. According to him, the idea of the Great Spirit was not a part of any of the diverse Native American spiritual traditions until Christian Missionaries tried to convert Natives to monotheism (he also echoed one of the statements on your list by saying that monotheism really doesn't exist, it's just polytheism with a highly centralized figure ruling over the other lower dieties). Even if this is true, you should be free to follow whatever path fullfils you most, I just wanted your opinion on that idea. Oh, there's a really good punk band called MDC that is famous for their song "John Wayne Was a Nazi" [1]. One thing I was wondering about was the true meaning of Thanksgiving, because I can think of several things that could be. What was your intention in that one? I definitely share your sentiments regarding Columbus. I printed up some flyers to put up at my school a couple years back on Columbus day, but when I got to school I realized I misspelled a word and I never put them up. I should probably do that again sometime. This last year for Columbus Day I wrote an argumentative essay on why Columbus Day shouldn't be honored for my College Comp class (the essay had to be on something current in the mainstream news media, so I used articles on the protests in Denver to justify my writing about it). My teacher is using it as an example this semester for other students, which made me happy, since I get to not only feel good about my writing but know that my political ideas are getting spread around to others. I was also thinking of trying to organize an alternative Thanksgiving type of thing some year, complete with a tofurkey dinner (because you have to enjoy yourself) and some form of public protest, not sure what though. Any ideas? The Ungovernable Force 06:37, 25 May 2006 (UTC)
...challenging, from what I can see :) May I ask about the "living on borrowed time after your 44th birthday" line? Please don't tell me that's the life expectancy in the 21st century for a Native American?! -- kingboyk 10:11, 25 May 2006 (UTC)
- That's what I'd guess, based on the poverty of Native Americans. If I remember correctly they are the most economically disadvandaged racial/ethnic group in America (then again, to lump all Natives as one race or ethnic group probably isn't that correct, just like lumping all people from Latin America together isn't very smart, but that's the most convenient thing I can think of in my current sleep deprived state--3:16 am my time, I really need to stop staying up so late on wikipedia). The Ungovernable Force 10:27, 25 May 2006 (UTC)
Thank you for such a kind, beautiful message! -- M e rovingian { T C @} 23:20, 25 May 2006 (UTC)
Hi. I'm just letting you know that I have removed Katefan0 from the Esperanza alerts because she will not be returning for personal reasons and did not leave because of community pressures. Perhaps if you e-mail her she will choose to share her reasoning with you. Again, thanks for your quick response to the alerts page. - JCarriker 00:59, 26 May 2006 (UTC)
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Blnguyen | Have your say!!! 06:18, 26 May 2006 (UTC)- I've commented. I am not sure I support the award itself but I can't think of any wikipedian more angelic than our dear Phaedriel!
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- My thoughts were in line with Lar's. Sharon is certainly deserving of the award, but I'm uneasy at the process. I'd prefer it if we could send her a big bunch of flowers instead :) Failing that - impractical for obvious reasons - let's just say you're really valued around here Phaedriel and you make this is a brighter, happier place! -- kingboyk 21:53, 27 May 2006 (UTC)
Cchan199206 has bopped you on the top with a mop! Bops promote not only WikiLove, but also steady loss of brain cells! Hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the Moppage by bopping someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend, and help the chief Mop achieve his goal of world domination. And to spread the Moppage, just use {{ subst: User:Master of Puppets/Bop|<you>}} replacing <you> with your username. Happy editing! ~ Chris { t c e @} 16:45, 26 May 2006 (UTC)
Dakota ~ has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling to someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Smile to others by adding {{ subst:smile}}, {{ subst:smile2}} or {{ subst:smile3}} to their talk pages. Happy editing!
Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, and thank you. God bless you.
Linuxbeak (drop me a
line) 02:38, 28 May 2006 (UTC)
Hi, Phaedriel. I don't know if you happened to notice that my "delete" argument on Miscellany for deletion/Wikipedia:Civility noticeboard was by way of being a reply to your "keep" (immediately above), or whether you'd like to respond to it? Best, Bishonen | talk 10:35, 28 May 2006 (UTC).
Hey =) I've been going through the same inner debate: I have so much going on in my life, and I'm not sure I have enough time for Wikipedia. I'm sure I'll be coming back to it though, but you never know :) We all love you! — Deckill e r 13:28, 28 May 2006 (UTC)
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Hi Phaedriel, and thank you for your nomination and thoughtful comments in my request for adminship! With a final tally of (109/5/1), I have been entrusted with adminship. It's been several weeks since the conclusion of the process, so hopefully you've had a chance to see me in action. Please let me know what you think! Thanks again! + + Lar: t/ c 03:25, 28 May 2006 (UTC) |
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No! Please don't go away.. Linuxbeak (drop me a line) 20:09, 28 May 2006 (UTC)
- Ditto to that. I don't blame you, since I haven't stuck my neck out as much as you have, but it is awful that Brandt is going to win. Best of luck to you regardless of your decision. -- rogerd 20:27, 28 May 2006 (UTC)
NO! Don't leave, you contribute so much to Wikipedia! Karrmann 00:09, 29 May 2006 (UTC)
I too would be disappointed to see you leave the 'pedia permanently. Hope your break goes well. Tijuana Brass E@ 18:08, 31 May 2006 (UTC)
Sharon,
Best of luck in your contemplation. May the sun shine down upon you and your weather be peaceful as you look within yourself and decide what is best for you, and you alone.
E WS23 | (Leave me a message!) 20:19, 28 May 2006 (UTC)
This project would suffer a great loss should you choose to go, but no matter what you decide, you can always count on my support, along with that of countless other Wikipedians you've inspired. Good luck over the next few days, and take care, okay? Regards, Sango 123 (e) 00:53, 29 May 2006 (UTC)
Will ( E@) T has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling to someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Smile to others by adding {{ subst:smile}}, {{ subst:smile2}} or {{ subst:smile3}} to their talk pages. Happy editing!
Same here. Sharon, I want you to E-mail me if you need to talk about anything. You can also visit us at Esperanza and we will be glad to assist you. -- Pil o t| guy 16:56, 29 May 2006 (UTC)
Ya know, I wise person once told me:
"I know the old saying is if you love somebody, set them free, but it is in my nature to always fight to keep what I love."
Well, I came back today to say the same to you. Wikipedia needs people like you, its what makes this place a so much happier enviorment. Although it may not seem like it right now, everyone would be devestated if you decided to leave the project. Please reconsider your descision to leave altogether. If you decide to leave, I truly support your choice and will defend it to the best of my ability. There are a lot of nasty people on Wikipedia. The best thing we can do is to either try to encourage them to be nicer or ignore them altogther. I prefer the latter ;-) And this is coming from someone who was tormented since December, had his page vandalized, was wiki-stalked and ultimately left because he took things to harshly. I would hate for anything like that to happen to you..
Take care Sharon and keep in touch with me -- Moe ε 18:37, 29 May 2006 (UTC)
- I concur with what Moe said. It would be awful to lose a great contributor *and* person like you due to some misfit's antics. It's your decision, of course, and I can see it's not an easy one. Either way, please stay in contact; you know how to e-mail me. =] Take care, — Nightst a llion (?) 10:09, 30 May 2006 (UTC)
I want to echo what Moe and Nighstallion have said - you would be sorely missed here if you were to leave. I'm sorry that someone's comments have made you think about leaving - they have no right to do that. You are a fabulous editor and an even more fabulous person. -- Nataly a 23:32, 30 May 2006 (UTC)
| File:Atlanticpuffin4.jpg | Hello Sharon. Thank you for your wiki-loving support and pre-encouragement at request for adminship which ended at the overwhelming and flattering result of (160/1/0), and leaves me in a position of having to live up to a high standard of community expectation. If you need any admin assistance, feel free to ask me, and naturally, if I make any procedural mistakes, feel free to point them out and I look forward to working with you in the future, and wish you personal strength and courage in this difficult time. Blnguyen | Have your say!!! 06:36, 30 May 2006 (UTC) |
Just wanted to drop you a note of solidarity in the current mess. Guettarda 16:31, 31 May 2006 (UTC)
- Likewise. Do what you have to do -- your peace of mind in the real world is what's important. -- Marysunshine 23:32, 31 May 2006 (UTC)
Don't leave Wikipedia Phaedriel just because someone was acting ass towards you. If I would have don it, I would have left when Orphan1 dicrimated me by my young age, or when anons would vandalize my userpage because I reverted their vandalism to the Miles "Tails" Prower page. Overall, what I am trying to say is that I have had to run in with the occasional jerk, but I didn't let it hamper my spirit, and it didn't drive me away from Wikipedia, because I have run in to many jerks, but I'm stillediting. YOu should too, don't let someone's jerkiness stop you from editing, You're a sweet girl and it would bad to see you go. Karrmann 00:46, 1 June 2006 (UTC)
You will be missed. -- Cyde↔Weys 14:52, 1 June 2006 (UTC)
Don't leave, don't let those assholes like that idiot stalker and Brandt let you down. You can fight it. Thanks Jaranda wat's sup 20:59, 1 June 2006 (UTC)
Dear Phaedriel, I don't know that I ever came across you, so I can't say that I'll miss you, but I read your beautiful message of support for Kate, and realized that you're one of the Wikipedians we need. I don't want to put pressure on you, and of course you must make your own decisions, but know at least that your return would be very very much welcomed. AnnH ♫ 07:55, 2 June 2006 (UTC)
- Sorry to hear you go. Please reconsider leaving. Anonymous _anonymous_ Have a Nice Day 14:00, 2 June 2006 (UTC)
- Dear Phaedriel, sometimes the Wiki can be a very nasty place, and it seems like you've gotten more than your share of abuse. Listen to yourself and do what feels right for you. That's the only thing important. But if you leave, please remember that many of us respect you as a very fine asset to this community. I've often been impressed by the kindness and tolerance you've shown to others. Godspeed. Valentinian (talk) 20:13, 2 June 2006 (UTC)
With my virus gone, HQITWS is back! Spawn Man 22:55, 1 June 2006 (UTC)
- What the heck? I thought I was the one leaving??! You can't possibly leave!! We've all been stalked at one point or another (me cause I'm just so attractive!), but please don't go! I'm saddened to see the blanked user page of yours where a proud eagle was once errected! Take time out ( I actually don't know why or what for you left...), but please do come back! I have had a bad time on here lately & I need a friend to walk me through. Your departure is the last thing I want. Besides, you're nearly at the top of the quiz board! Spawn Babe. P.S. live longer & stronger & carry a tazer around with you if you feel you're being stalked. Hope this helps at all....
- Thanks for your support
- In my RfA, which passed!
- Wise I'll try to be.
You are such a lovely editor, Phaedriel, and your support is very special to have. I really do hope you come back to Wikipedia, but either way, want to make sure you know that I appreicate it!
-- Nataly a 04:20, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
Thank you for the trust that you had in me when you supported my Request for Adminship. The nomination ended successfully and I am actually overwhelmed by the support that I received. Thanks again! -- Kim van der Linde at venus 06:51, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
The update to your user page certainly made my day. :) Welcome back, Sharon! Cheers, Sango 123 15:39, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
- It made my day too, at the end of a very sad wiki-week. It raises the proportion of decent people at Wikipedia. AnnH ♫ 15:41, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
- I grow ever more impressed with you Sharon. This hasn't been a pleasant place at all recently, but your strength, courage and warmth will go a long way towards making it better. -- kingboyk 15:52, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
- Really glad to see you back. Guettarda 18:00, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
SoLando has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling to someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Smile to others by adding {{ subst:smile}}, {{ subst:smile2}} or {{ subst:smile3}} to their talk page with a friendly message. Happy editing!
We're all very happy you're back...I really don't know what to say, words fail me. Welcome back, Sharon. :o) E WS23 ( Leave me a message!) 18:12, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
It's really nice to see you back. It would feel somehow empty without you here... -- Ton e 18:33, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
- I don't know you either, but, honestly, everyone else seemed to be down when you were gone. Welcome back and hope the badness is over and behind you. -- Samir धर्म 18:47, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
Welcome back :)-- Joanne B 20:58, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
Welcome back!
Karrmann 21:36, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
Welcome back! Remember that what does not break you only makes you stronger :) Valentinian (talk) 22:00, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
- Hmm... I wish I had something classy and inspiring to say right now, but I don't, so... I guess "Welcome back!" will do! Tito xd( ?!? - help us) 00:04, 4 June 2006 (UTC)
YAY indeed!!! My face brightened so much to see that you returned - I am glad that have done so! -- Nataly a 19:16, 4 June 2006 (UTC)
- Another voice in the chorus, another pair of feet in the happy happy dance chorus line. + + Lar: t/ c 19:42, 4 June 2006 (UTC)
- Very happy and relieved to see you back Phaedriel. You've brightened up the day with your strength and courage. Blnguyen | Have your say!!! 00:47, 6 June 2006 (UTC).
;-) Glad to see your back Phaedriel. I came back that one day to leave you a few kind words and to hope to God that you would return. I thank you for returning as it was a very sad week indeed on Wikipedia whenever you left. I'm about to post a message on my userpage about my Wikipedia status and what I've been doing while I've been gone. I am super excited about your return and hope to speak with you again. Cheers! Moe ε 21:56, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
- Indeed, I'm glad you stuck around too... I was near to lose hope myself. It begins to feel like all the decent hearted folks are leaving, sometimes.
- --
Aaron Walden
22:03, 3 June 2006 (UTC)
You came back. Hope you stay, you have lots of friends here.
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Dakota
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- Very happy to see you back in action. =] —
Nightst
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- Likewise :) -- Pil o t| guy ( roger that) 18:43, 4 June 2006 (UTC)
Lovely poem, but aren't the two last lines supposed to be:
- Do not stand at my grave and cry,
- I am not there; I did not die.
See here. Cheers. (And welcome back, again.) AnnH ♫ 19:35, 4 June 2006 (UTC)
Now they've posted your picture, and said some nasty things about you. :( -- M e rovingian { T C @} 19:52, 4 June 2006 (UTC)
- Here it is, but you have to register first. A friend of mine is currently there, keeping a low profile. That's how I'm getting wind of all this. -- M e rovingian { T C @} 20:04, 4 June 2006 (UTC)
Welcome back! Anonymous _anonymous_ Have a Nice Day 20:14, 4 June 2006 (UTC)
Mine says every couple of weeks that luck brings a "K" name. Guess you're rather lucky then. Will ( E@) T 21:40, 4 June 2006 (UTC)