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WarChild · 09-06-2008, 12:02 AM

Pure fantasy.

Those who can not or will not kill will always be subject to those that can and do.

Any civilization made of men is bound to end in ruin. We call that nature.

AlienQ - BANNED FOR LIFE · 09-06-2008, 12:06 AM

Now about my thoughts.

Hal I got no faith in the system.
The government is Bipolar, the guys in charge agree on absolutly nothing, the media feeds the people nothing but shit depending on who is paying them the most.

The system is cracked.
I look forward to civil war to restore what America's Dream really was about.
TOday it is just that...

America's Dream. Keep in mind it used to be a reality.

The system as it is now would rather see you dead or at a work camp doing 9-5 just to rob you of your freedom and cash you out when you are to old to fend for yourself.

It's a sad thing really. But thats America today.

AlienQ - BANNED FOR LIFE · 09-06-2008, 12:13 AM

cherrylula · 09-06-2008, 03:35 AM

Our Founding Fathers were very much burners.

I think 99% of America really doesn't get the American Dream. Its not about a big house, expensive car, wife and kids. Its about FREEDOM.

I moved from California to Louisiana and lost several liberties, and its freaked me out so I am returning to where I can be free again.

cherrylula · 09-06-2008, 03:35 AM

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Originally Posted by WarChild

Pure fantasy.

Those who can not or will not kill will always be subject to those that can and do.

Any civilization made of men is bound to end in ruin. We call that nature.

boooring

there is a flip side to everything... if you choose to exist on the backside you will only see darkness.

Halcyon · 09-06-2008, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by WarChild

Pure fantasy.

Those who can not or will not kill will always be subject to those that can and do.

Any civilization made of men is bound to end in ruin. We call that nature.

Is that how you see the powerful people in today's world? Angelina Jolie may be willing to kill, but I doubt that is why she has power.

And Jesus never killed anyone. ;)

Nick_Merlot · 09-06-2008, 03:38 PM

Nice post man, you just earned a place in my sig!

OG LennyT · 09-06-2008, 04:03 PM

I may not agree with all your hippy views but I am damn sure proud to have you by my side as a fellow patriot.

Halcyon · 09-06-2008, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by OG LennyT

I may not agree with all your hippy views but I am damn sure proud to have you by my side as a fellow patriot.

Amen, brother. Respect of differing opinions IS America, to me.

Halcyon · 09-06-2008, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick_Merlot

Nice post man, you just earned a place in my sig!

it is an honor! Thank you!

Halcyon · 09-06-2008, 10:22 PM

here's a cute pic of me and the beautiful Ashley Steel

http://www.sendashleytocollege.com

09-07-2008, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Halcyon

here's a cute pic of me and the beautiful Ashley Steel

http://www.sendashleytocollege.com

Ahh you two are adorable together. You both are really nice and way cool.

DWB · 09-07-2008, 06:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Halcyon

?You can do whatever you want that doesn?t cause harm to others. I may not choose to join you, but I?ll certainly hold your coat while you do it.?

Hank_Heartland · 09-07-2008, 08:55 AM

When I was young, your thoughts were the thoughts of a whole US generation...and great dreams they are

Look what has come since and which few want to chance

I have been decompressing for almost 40 yrs now

slapass · 09-07-2008, 09:39 AM

Holy fuck!!! That was great stuff. You ever get to Rio please look me up. We get a little of that here. Places where no one is judged or trying to get something. Hard to find but worth all the gold when you do.

CaptainHowdy · 09-07-2008, 12:04 PM

With those abs I've wouldn't give everything so much tought...

Ryan St. Germain · 09-07-2008, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Halcyon

Amen, brother. Respect of differing opinions IS America, to me.

This is why I like you. I also really appreciate your ability to voice your passion without sounding like a zealot (which is an easy thing to become when you are passionate about something).

Thanks for sharing the story and pictures!

Halcyon · 09-07-2008, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Hank_Heartland

When I was young, your thoughts were the thoughts of a whole US generation...and great dreams they are

Look what has come since and which few want to chance

I have been decompressing for almost 40 yrs now

Whew. Sobering words, Hank.

Phil · 09-07-2008, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Halcyon

Whew. Sobering words, Hank.

I like you Hal. You are real inspiration to me. You’re one of the those people thats not concern about the money, wealth and what you are in the eyes of others. You are my hero in some way.. I too refuse to grow up in what most consider the right way of evolution. I saw you grandpa Caleb’s (sp) videos and was saying to myself that when I get old, that the way I’m going to be.
I have a house in Jimbaran Bay in Bali, place that I secured for my retirement and I’m not even 40, but when I do get there, and my kids are off to college, I will be there enjoying my life away from all this… If you ever want to come to Bali let me know. Free of charge.

Halcyon · 09-08-2008, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by CAMOKAT

I like you Hal. You are real inspiration to me. You?re one of the those people thats not concern about the money, wealth and what you are in the eyes of others. You are my hero in some way.. I too refuse to grow up in what most consider the right way of evolution. I saw you grandpa Caleb?s (sp) videos and was saying to myself that when I get old, that the way I?m going to be.
I have a house in Jimbaran Bay in Bali, place that I secured for my retirement and I?m not even 40, but when I do get there, and my kids are off to college, I will be there enjoying my life away from all this? If you ever want to come to Bali let me know. Free of charge.

What an awesome Balinese dream.

and how cool that you have made it real.
THANK YOU!

it's funny you mention "evolution," since that is NEXT year's Burning Man theme.

One more of Ashley & I:

Halcyon · 09-08-2008, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by slapass

Holy fuck!!! That was great stuff. You ever get to Rio please look me up. We get a little of that here. Places where no one is judged or trying to get something. Hard to find but worth all the gold when you do.

I would LOOOOVE to go to Rio!

Halcyon · 09-08-2008, 11:56 AM

Halcyon · 09-08-2008, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by DarkCircus

This is why I like you. I also really appreciate your ability to voice your passion without sounding like a zealot (which is an easy thing to become when you are passionate about something).

Thanks for sharing the story and pictures!

Great perspective. I've found that anyone who is CERTAIN, simply cannot be trusted. I am intense in my attitudes, but always willing to listen to new ones. I change my mind every day.

C_U_Next_Tuesday · 09-08-2008, 01:52 PM

I feel you on the decompression factor. It's so hard to go from a free loving, bartering fabulous lifestyle back to the real world.

I have been doing some great festivals this year...BurningMan is on my list to experience.

Halcyon · 09-08-2008, 08:47 PM

I've *always* wanted a place on the Esplanade to chill and watch the gorgeous parade of beautiful burners. So when we found out we had Esplanade placement (like the "boardwalk" of Burning Man) I volunteered to create the shade space of my dreams.

It exceeded my expectations. Every morning I cleaned up the bottles and whip-it cartridges from the people who found it to be a warm party place for the night. Nearly every morning someone slept in the couch and every afternoon someone caught up on Z's too. The highlight was when 20 or so Bats sat in our cabana and watched the Burn from afar. So intimate and perfect. Maybe my best (and farthest away) burn ever.

Next year we have plans to expand the Pink Lounge into something even better.

Rand · 09-09-2008, 04:18 PM

Hal. Beautiful post my friend. And as is evidenced here, you are not alone in your thoughts. I see your sig says "something is coming", and I too have something to share very soon which I think will compliment your words very well. Stay tuned.

I'm saving your post to read again. Like you said the theme this year wasn't very inspiring at first but I did get more from it than I thought I would. That's always a pleasant surprise, but given the nature of BRC it shouldn't be a surprise at all. Normal expectations aren't very useful at Burning Man.

I did manage to see you at BMAN ever so briefly from afar on your bike. I was a bit too far away talking with some friends. It's too bad I didn't get to spend a little time with you, but it was somehow just reassuring to see you there.

I'm not sure where those giant wings were. I never saw that piece. But certainly the city was humongous this year. The biggest ever.

Thanks again for the post. Spot on.

JenniDahling · 09-09-2008, 04:22 PM

I love it. and you. rock on...

Kudles · 09-09-2008, 04:42 PM

I've always wanted to go there

Halcyon · 09-09-2008, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Rand

Hal. Beautiful post my friend. And as is evidenced here, you are not alone in your thoughts. I see your sig says "something is coming", and I too have something to share very soon which I think will compliment your words very well. Stay tuned.

I'm saving your post to read again. Like you said the theme this year wasn't very inspiring at first but I did get more from it than I thought I would. That's always a pleasant surprise, but given the nature of BRC it shouldn't be a surprise at all. Normal expectations aren't very useful at Burning Man.

I did manage to see you at BMAN ever so briefly from afar on your bike. I was a bit too far away talking with some friends. It's too bad I didn't get to spend a little time with you, but it was somehow just reassuring to see you there.

I'm not sure where those giant wings were. I never saw that piece. But certainly the city was humongous this year. The biggest ever.

Thanks again for the post. Spot on.

Thanks, Rand.

I recognized your camp from your pre-posts, but never got a chance to explore too much. It was an odd year for me...but wonderful. I'm finishing a video now that I am really excited about.

And how about next year's theme?! EVOLUTION. fuck, yes.

Halcyon · 09-10-2008, 09:26 AM

My BM vid is now posted here:
http://www.gofuckyourself.com/showthread.php?t=854068

Rand · 09-10-2008, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Halcyon

Thanks, Rand.

I recognized your camp from your pre-posts, but never got a chance to explore too much. It was an odd year for me...but wonderful. I'm finishing a video now that I am really excited about.

And how about next year's theme?! EVOLUTION. fuck, yes.

I know what you mean. It was difficult to get around on a bike this year and the city was so enormous it was hard to see it by walking. Art cars were the way to go this year.

As for the theme next year.... YES! I hope that inspires everyone to bring their own flavor of art to the desert.

09-06-2008, 12:02 AM	#51
WarChild Let slip the dogs of war. Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Bermuda Posts: 17,263	Pure fantasy. Those who can not or will not kill will always be subject to those that can and do. Any civilization made of men is bound to end in ruin. We call that nature. __________________ .

09-06-2008, 12:06 AM	#52
AlienQ - BANNED FOR LIFE best designer on GFY Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: IALIEN.COM - High Definition Video and Photographic Productions -ICQ 78943384 Posts: 30,307	Now about my thoughts. Hal I got no faith in the system. The government is Bipolar, the guys in charge agree on absolutly nothing, the media feeds the people nothing but shit depending on who is paying them the most. The system is cracked. I look forward to civil war to restore what America's Dream really was about. TOday it is just that... America's Dream. Keep in mind it used to be a reality. The system as it is now would rather see you dead or at a work camp doing 9-5 just to rob you of your freedom and cash you out when you are to old to fend for yourself. It's a sad thing really. But thats America today. __________________ NAKED HOSTING FTW!11 I'm On The INSANE PLAN $9.95/mo! \| The Alien Blog Adult News Worth Reading Updated Daily \| Content For Sale! 641 PICS 216 MINUTES OF VIDEO $350.00 \|ICQ: 78943384 \|

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09-06-2008, 03:35 AM	#54
cherrylula lol Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 15,969	Our Founding Fathers were very much burners. I think 99% of America really doesn't get the American Dream. Its not about a big house, expensive car, wife and kids. Its about FREEDOM. I moved from California to Louisiana and lost several liberties, and its freaked me out so I am returning to where I can be free again.

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09-08-2008, 01:52 PM	#74
C_U_Next_Tuesday WW4L Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: over the river and through the woods Posts: 10,581	I feel you on the decompression factor. It's so hard to go from a free loving, bartering fabulous lifestyle back to the real world. I have been doing some great festivals this year...BurningMan is on my list to experience.

09-08-2008, 08:47 PM	#75
Halcyon Spread The Pink! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: TrampStampStudios.com Posts: 8,609	I've always wanted a place on the Esplanade to chill and watch the gorgeous parade of beautiful burners. So when we found out we had Esplanade placement (like the "boardwalk" of Burning Man) I volunteered to create the shade space of my dreams. It exceeded my expectations. Every morning I cleaned up the bottles and whip-it cartridges from the people who found it to be a warm party place for the night. Nearly every morning someone slept in the couch and every afternoon someone caught up on Z's too. The highlight was when 20 or so Bats sat in our cabana and watched the Burn from afar. So intimate and perfect. Maybe my best (and farthest away) burn ever. Next year we have plans to expand the Pink Lounge into something even better. __________________ HAL on TEDx:

09-09-2008, 04:18 PM	#76
Rand Industry Vet Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Santa Monica, CA Posts: 2,663	Hal. Beautiful post my friend. And as is evidenced here, you are not alone in your thoughts. I see your sig says "something is coming", and I too have something to share very soon which I think will compliment your words very well. Stay tuned. I'm saving your post to read again. Like you said the theme this year wasn't very inspiring at first but I did get more from it than I thought I would. That's always a pleasant surprise, but given the nature of BRC it shouldn't be a surprise at all. Normal expectations aren't very useful at Burning Man. I did manage to see you at BMAN ever so briefly from afar on your bike. I was a bit too far away talking with some friends. It's too bad I didn't get to spend a little time with you, but it was somehow just reassuring to see you there. I'm not sure where those giant wings were. I never saw that piece. But certainly the city was humongous this year. The biggest ever. Thanks again for the post. Spot on.

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09-10-2008, 09:26 AM	#80
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