Apotheose Posted February 4 I think this thread will be funĀ Ā Which user(s) of āThe Dao Bumsā Forum is/are/was/wereĀ the most sensible, reasonable, clear-sighted and wise, in your opinion? Ā Iāve been around for one month as an user ā and before creating an account I had been reading content from the forum for another one month. DuringĀ these two months Iāve read quite a lot of new and old threadsā¦ Ā Personally, the users who made me the mostĀ Ā impressed and thrilled by their inspiration with words and wisdom are @Small FurĀ and @manitou Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cobie Posted February 4 (edited) Beware the Judgement of Paris.Ā Ā Ā Edited February 4 by Cobie 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nungali Posted February 4 Ā Most oif the members I feel aboutĀ like thatĀ have left . Ā You show promise though . .. Apotheose , that isĀ ... not Cobie . Ā Ā Ā 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liminal_luke Posted February 5 (edited) The forum is like a spicy Thai curry with lots of balanced flavors.Ā Some bums are a little sweet, some bursting with savory umami goodness, and yes, a few are a tad bitter.Ā But it's the combination -- how we all come together -- that really make the dish.Ā Most of us aren't the smartest or the funniest or the most spiritually advanced, but chances are we've got a little somethin' somethin' to contribute -- and that's enough. Edited February 5 by liminal_luke 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apotheose Posted February 5 3 hours ago, Cobie said: Beware the Judgement of Paris.Ā Ā Ā Ā good one! Donāt worry, I have faith in people!Ā Iāve never participated in any forum apart from this. And I decided to join because I was surprised about how peopleĀ are thoughtful here. It really fascinates me. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apech Posted February 5 Mirror, mirror on the wall, Who is the wisest DaoBum of them all? Ā Apech, Apech you little shit, Whoever it is, you're not it. Ā Mirror, mirror, in the trash, With a brick I did thee smash, What's the point of your reply, You could've at least try to lie. Ā Ā Ā Ā 1 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Taomeow Posted February 5 (edited) Mirror hollered from the trash, "Wise ones never areĀ so brash!"Ā Ā Ā Edited February 5 by Taomeow 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liminal_luke Posted February 5 (edited) Miror, mirror, you got what you had comin' Wise old Apech:Ā keep on Bummin'! Edited February 5 by liminal_luke 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blue eyed snake Posted February 5 humans are multifaceted, one can be wise in one facet and in the others still be quite stupid. 6 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maddie Posted February 5 I'm just here for the snacks, I don't know what the heck is going on 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apotheose Posted February 5 2 hours ago, blue eyed snake said: humans are multifaceted, one can be wise in one facet and in the others still be quite stupid. Ā Mirror mirror, what should be my nextĀ step? I want to be a wise man! Ā āListen, do not overstepā¦ A wise man you can become, But first you need to be a Bumā 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NaturaNaturans Posted February 5 1 hour ago, Apotheose said: Ā Mirror mirror, what should be my nextĀ step? I want to be a wise man! Ā āListen, do not overstepā¦ A wise man you can become, But first you need to be a Bumā bum1 /bŹm/ noun INFORMALā¢NORTH AMERICAN 1.Ā a vagrant. "bums had been known to wander up to their door and ask for a sandwich" Ā I have mastered being a bum, now wisdom awaits 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maddie Posted February 5 5 minutes ago, NaturaNaturans said: "bums had been known to wander up to their door and ask for a sandwich" Ā I want a sandwich!Ā 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unota Posted February 5 3 hours ago, blue eyed snake said: humans are multifaceted, one can be wise in one facet and in the others still be quite stupid. I know for a fact that in most I am quite stupid! But I sure can cook a good homegrown snack. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liminal_luke Posted February 5 14 minutes ago, Unota said: I know for a fact that in most I am quite stupid! But I sure can cook a good homegrown snack. Ā Don't feel bad, Unota.Ā Snacks are what matter in life. 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blue eyed snake Posted February 5 23 minutes ago, Unota said: I know for a fact that in most I am quite stupid! But I sure can cook a good homegrown snack. Ā Being humble is one of the signs off wisdom, and where would we be without a good homegrown snack 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nungali Posted February 5 3 hours ago, Maddie said: Ā I want a sandwich!Ā Ā Ā 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
old3bob Posted February 5 12 minutes ago, Nungali said: Ā Ā Ā but is that organic and without msg, etc. ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nungali Posted February 6 11 hours ago, liminal_luke said: Ā Don't feel bad, Unota.Ā Snacks are what matter in life. Ā Thats easy for YOU to sayĀ .... I know why you moved to Mexico ! Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nungali Posted February 6 (edited) 8 hours ago, old3bob said: Ā but is that organic and without msg, etc. ? Ā Who caresĀ ..... it's wise .Ā Ā You be just like a guy I knew that was aĀ health freak and had joinedĀ the Hare Krishnas ; he got concerned about excessive dairy , lots of white bleached flower , HEAPS of sugar , food floating in oil , etc .Ā He shared his concerns with his local 'master'Ā - or whatever it isĀ with them -Ā in a private conversation . He was toldĀ he would be fine as long as he offered it up to Krishna .Ā " But the contents are hot healthy and we eat SO much sugar and .... " Ā Becoming impatient with the student , the 'wise master'Ā grabbed aĀ ( white flour ) chapati , filled it with a handful of white sugar , rolled it up, gave it to student and ;Ā " Just eat it . " Ā One should not even question WiseĀ Master , just do what he says and copy what he does ... no questions . Ā -Ā That is, if youĀ are a traditional eastern student . Ā And there folks , lies 'your 'Ā *Ā problemĀ .Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā So, Ā old3bobĀ .... Cheese waffieĀ .... Ā JUST EAT IT !Ā Ā Ā Ā * if you are a 'why westerner'Ā ... wanting 'proof' and all that stuff. Ā Ā . Edited February 6 by Nungali 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
old3bob Posted February 6 (edited) 1 hour ago, Nungali said: Ā Who caresĀ ..... it's wise .Ā Ā You be just like a guy I knew that was aĀ health freak and had joinedĀ the Hare Krishnas ; he got concerned about excessive dairy , lots of white bleached flower , HEAPS of sugar , food floating in oil , etc .Ā He shared his concerns with his local 'master'Ā - or whatever it isĀ with them -Ā in a private conversation . He was toldĀ he would be fine as long as he offered it up to Krishna .Ā " But the contents are hot healthy and we eat SO much sugar and .... " Ā Becoming impatient with the student , the 'wise master'Ā grabbed aĀ ( white flour ) chapati , filled it with a handful of white sugar , rolled it up, gave it to student and ;Ā " Just eat it . " Ā One should not even question WiseĀ Master , just do what he says and copy what he does ... no questions . Ā -Ā That is, if youĀ are a traditional eastern student . Ā And there folks , lies 'your 'Ā *Ā problemĀ .Ā Ā Ā Ā So, Ā old3bobĀ .... Cheese waffieĀ .... Ā JUST EAT IT !Ā Ā * if you are a 'why westerner'Ā ... wanting 'proof' and all that stuff. . Ā but i still can't eat it because of its artificial color, besides I don't want to turn orange-ish and mistakenly look like a co-conspirator with the orange man... Edited February 6 by old3bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blue eyed snake Posted February 6 hm, this reminds me of the time I lived in a city and regularly had junks at the door, asking for a tenner. Never gave em money but handed out a sandwich and a drink, milk or tea, whatever they wanted.Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
snowymountains Posted February 6 19 hours ago, Maddie said: I'm just here for the snacks, I don't know what the heck is going on A sign a great wisdom š my vote goes to Maddie! 3 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Taomeow Posted February 6 Ā On 2/5/2024 at 7:34 AM, blue eyed snake said: humans are multifaceted, one can be wise in one facet and in the others still be quite stupid. Ā It's been my observation that most people embody the idiomĀ "penny wise and pound foolish." Not so much in money matters as in general.Ā Ā I believe what wisdom is is being able to tell pennies from pounds.Ā To know when to focus on details and when to notice and analyzeĀ the bigger picture.Ā Ā When to watch cat videos and when to slay demons.Ā Ā 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maddie Posted February 6 4 hours ago, snowymountains said: A sign a great wisdom š my vote goes to Maddie! Ā Naturally it's because I'm The grandmaster turtle š¢š 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
