What has this site done for/meant to you?

[Stickroot]

I just wanted to acknowledge and thank all of those that have patiently helped and guided the new people, even if their questions were stupid, or their material was crap. There is a huge pool of knowledge here, and sharing that with those less experienced in context of their own questions/trees is an invaluable resource. So much more so than Googling "why is my tree dying". Last year I felt I was protecting my few little trees by keeping them safe indoors. Then I saw everyone screaming "get them outside" to everyone else doing the same. I got it, and realized the great benefit of getting them outside. I'm anxious for the nighttime temps to get consistently 50 degrees, so I can get them out!! I have also acquired some material from people here, that I have never been disappointed with. So much better than buying from an anonymous eBay seller. I also feel I have made a few friends here, and who doesn't need friends? I guess this seems pretty sappy. But there has been so much arguing on some of the threads lately, I just wanted to remind people what a great resource it can be, and that people appreciate the thoughtful advice and instruction.

The pleasure of meeting you @Carol 83 and others here that share a common and unique art form.

 

[Cadillactaste]

What I gained is an amazing bonsai circle of people I can go to with specific questions. Which is worth their total weight and then some in gold. For some reason...I'm unable to tag people. Glitch on my part for never logging out most likely.

I had ones help me grow...I sort of enjoyed the hazing process way back when...which I felt I totally deserved but, also making me want to prove myself even more that I was not a fly by night person with bonsai. But was in for the long haul. I was so tired of finding conflicting answers on the net. To actually have ones who could offer direction that seemed to been there done that by showing their work. Brought peace of mind. But...honestly...I was like an online Hammie from the movie Over the Hedge. I wanted to know everything yesterday. Asking tons of questions...where I failed to grasp was the archive was just as solid of a source of information. Unlike Google search and finding answers about the Internet. The answers were solid. Then...I used the archives...and dove in. It's helped me grow on my journey...I wouldn't be where I am now...with the confidence I have in some aspects of bonsai without it and the ones who offered their time to write it all down.

We are a group that in real life if it wasn't for bonsai...I wonder how we would interact would we have learned to know each other more? We are a diverse group.But, we are like family...can't imagine life without most here. I miss the late Jim Smith...my hardheadedness on hot mess of roots. And other topics that...his way about dealing with things...stuck. Our love of books...and our PM's discussing such. Being new...I had no idea the respect he gained in the bonsai community far beyond the confines of this forum. Our head to head discussions are dear to my heart. I would like to think he's helped me be more snotty in my own selection of trees for the most part. I can hear our conversations in my head...when I see a tree with some messed up nebari. I am honored to be one of the ones who has memories of him...even if only via the forum.

I appreciate what ones bring to the table new and old members alike...and I'm still learning. From questions I may not know...to learning something that may not directly effect me. But brings knowledge none the less. I could write a book...but I won't. Thanks Carol for a great thread post.

 

[Victorim]

Only been around five minutes, but the knowledge and guidance here is priceless.

There is no one around me practicing / interested in bonsai, and static information can only go so far, without questions and explications to go with them.

And where else can you get bonsai comedy

Thank you all.

 

[Chopsie]

I enjoy reading the threads, there's a wealth of knowledge on here to

 

[amcoffeegirl]

I miss the late Jim Smith..

Do you mean Jim Lewis? Jkl
I go back often to his posts

 

[Carol 83]

@Carol 83 Thanks for starting this thread!!! I was thinking for a whole week about starting something similar (directly as a result of the last week of "those" posts)

I am new here, it's been a few months. When I first got it it was wonderful and happy. Then something changed, in the mood of the forum. I started feeling negative feelings, and seeing a lot of animosity floating around. I actually started signing on less than usual.

Not that criticism isn't good, but I just felt an underlying misery amongst the seasoned vets here toward most people's work that was being posted. Quick to tell them to "throw it out" "start over" "not worth the time." I hope this thread made some changes

But criticism and discouragement can walk pretty close to each other!

But Carol....you just lit MY fire again with this thread so thank you!!!!!!!!!!!

I received a wonderfully warm welcome from many Nuts, and from some Super awesome welcomes!!! (you know who you are and I'm not gonna post any names, b/c if I forget one then someone is gonna hate me)

I joined because I recently moved to Florida and seeked advice and direction on dealing with this PSYCHO climate. Everyone has been a huge help getting me acclimated (LOL)

Sharing bonsai on the internet and also regularly being on a forum is new to me. I am not the best at typing what I think or communicating online (mostly due to my child and wife interrupting me, I've gotten up 12 times trying to type this) but you all have been understanding. I also have issues I deal with both my family and my own brain....and this forum has been the best I could ask for !!!!! It is my place away from crazy life...and no @sorce BNut is no where near crazy to me

Thank you everyone for the knowledge you share, the direction you provide and of course the laughs!!!! I know it's been too serious around here lately but I do laugh at some point almost each time I'm on here.

And to those annoyed with the new guys/gals or the ones trying things that are not "traditional" and willing to risk their trees to try something different, don't get too annoyed lol it ain't worth it, plus those minds are the future of this art. Let's not beat 'em up too much, maybe the point of that "crappy" tree they are working on is to simply learn how to air layer or wire.....it was never meant to be a masterpiece.

CHEEERS!!!!

You are SO welcome! Your response is the exact reason I started this thread. There are always little squabbles here and there, which is fine. Everyone has their own opinion, as they have the right to, and to express as such. But expressing your opinion doesn't always have to lead to non-productive criticism or insult. There are such great people here, that supply so much knowledge and instruction. Just wanted to shine the light back on that.

 

[StoneCloud]

You know this got me thinking...........I love the mountains and used to snowboard a lot......years ago i was on a snowboarding forum, though we all were not that active on the forum itself, each year we would rent cabins at a different mountain and have a one week get together.

I know we have wayyyy more ppl on this forum that what i'm referring to, but can you imagine.........drum roll please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A Bonsai Nut Convention.......in Vegas we could reserve an entire hotel for a week

 

[Carol 83]

The pleasure of meeting you @Carol 83 and others here that share a common and unique art form.

It was a pleasure meeting you as well. Very gracious of you to let me tag along to the hidden bonsai treasure practically in my own backyard. Such a great place, and awesome people. I'm anxious to go back.

 

[Carol 83]

You know this got me thinking...........I love the mountains and used to snowboard a lot......years ago i was on a snowboarding forum, though we all were not that active on the forum itself, each year we would rent cabins at a different mountain and have a one week get together.

I know we have wayyyy more ppl on this forum that what i'm referring to, but can you imagine.........drum roll please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A Bonsai Nut Convention.......in Vegas we could reserve an entire hotel for a week

Lol. That could prove expensive for me. I like to gamble, and I would probably buy a bunch of stuff from @milehigh_7.

 

[StoneCloud]

@Carol 83 LOL but if you put it all on black................you could totally hit big!

 

[Cadillactaste]

Do you mean Jim Lewis? Jkl
I go back often to his posts

Thanks for the correction. Yes, not sure why I got Smith...Lewis. Thanks for the correction of my slip of finger. And brain fart.

 

[amcoffeegirl]

Thanks for the correction. Yes, not sure why I got Smith...Lewis. Thanks for the correction of my slip of finger. And brain fart.

You're ok. I just know the connection you had with him.

 

[Cadillactaste]

You're ok. I just know the connection you had with him.

I miss him more than I do some family who have passed on, is that wrong!?! Dang it I'm sappy tonight. But, I'm glad of the memories I have...of my driving him surly mad like foaming at the mouth...spittle flying. Gosh I was a pain. Lol over zealous and stubborn I was. I respected him...I sure did. Him and I going head on...really was what I needed. A firm hand and direction from him, his words got through. I can hear his words spoken to me when I see some trees. I chalk up a lot of what stuck in my head...was from his firm tap of the keyboard as he addressed me. He was quite a gem...worth ones checking archive for his wisdom, JKL...as you corrected me. Thanks again. No wonder I wasn't finding some of his work in the archive lately. My brain got fuddled. We have a distant friend with the name Jim Smith as I mumbled to myself my husband reminded me. So I must have got their names twisted about in my head.

Jim Smith...was the one who told me the proper way one reads a fortune cookie. ...

 

[Wilson]

This nut house is my first foray into the online world! I love the large number of folks just as crazy about trees as I am. Helpful and comical exchanges add to our journey studying the things we love. This site also made me realize that there are a ton of talented people all down the east coast. It was a pleasant surprise, because I found this site well searching around for articles on Dan Robinson.

 

[amcoffeegirl]

I miss him more than I do some family who have passed on, is that wrong!?! Dang it I'm sappy tonight.

Don't you dare make me tear up.
I know how you feel exactly. He spoke to me that exact same way.
Always a teacher.

 

[amcoffeegirl]

@Cadillactaste i was going to PM you but I'll put it out here.
It's kind of amazing the connections we've made through this forum.
All the folks here- we don't really know them but they do become dear friends to us.
It would've been nice to know him in real life but at least we got to know him here.

 

[Cadillactaste]

@Cadillactaste i was going to PM you but I'll put it out here.
It's kind of amazing the connections we've made through this forum.
All the folks here- we don't really know them but they do become dear friends to us.
It would've been nice to know him in real life but at least we got to know him here.

Yes, totally...full heartedly agree...okay...eyes getting damp. (((Hugs)))

 

[Smoke]

correction of my slip of finger. And brain fart.

Don't hear a lady say that everyday!

 

[Cadillactaste]

Don't hear a lady say that everyday!

Youth leader lingo... Couldn't very well say slip of the tongue...with typing...the other I'm assuming you are referring too...brain fart is youth slang. I hang with youth. Be glad I don't type the word "like" as often as I can sometimes use it as a filler word in a sentence. Drive the hubs batty!

 

[Smoke]

Youth leader lingo... Couldn't very well say slip of the tongue...with typing...the other I'm assuming you are referring too...brain fart is youth slang. I hang with youth. Be glad I don't type the word "like" as often as I can sometimes use it as a filler word in a sentence. Drive the hubs batty!

Like....a valley girl?