Post by: Phillip Dampier on January 30, 2008, 01:01:32 am
To Our Friends From Australia
from: Sue/"Katie77"
from: Sue/"Katie77"
Gidday mate! Welcome to BetterMost. Come on in, pull up a log, the billy's boiling, and the beans are heatin' up. I am an Aussie too, and I've been waiting for more of us to find their way to BetterMost.
You've probably found your way here because of the tragedy that hit us all, last week. That's ok, you will find plenty of good listeners in here, if you want to let out what you are feeling. You will also get lots of hugs and a lot of comfort from threads that have been set up to help us deal with our grief for our dear Heath.
We proudly call ourselves "Brokies" because we came to BetterMost when we were searching for others who were changed and affected by the movie Brokeback Mountain. By sharing our stories, discussing the movie and talking about our experiences we have not only continued to marvel at the phenomenon of the story and film, but we have also created a community of lifelong friendships and a genuine caring and support for each other.
I'm sure as you read through the posts, you will be amazed at the stories of the pilgrimages to Wyoming and Alberta, the personal blogs of "Brokies" who share their day to day happenings, the heartfelt stories from those who found strength after viewing the movie. You will also find sites dedicated to Heath and Jake, sites dedicated to all facets of the movie, both tender and humourous, in fact there's not much in here that we don't talk about.
Most of all, you will find that you are welcomed. Don't feel shy about adding your comments to the threads; get in there and "spill your guts." Don't worry about the "language barrier." If they don't know what you mean, they will damn sure tell you, and they usually get a giggle out of our "Australianisms."
So once again, welcome. Enjoy the journey with us. It's one that you will never forget or ever want to leave.
Sue/"Katie77"
You've probably found your way here because of the tragedy that hit us all, last week. That's ok, you will find plenty of good listeners in here, if you want to let out what you are feeling. You will also get lots of hugs and a lot of comfort from threads that have been set up to help us deal with our grief for our dear Heath.
We proudly call ourselves "Brokies" because we came to BetterMost when we were searching for others who were changed and affected by the movie Brokeback Mountain. By sharing our stories, discussing the movie and talking about our experiences we have not only continued to marvel at the phenomenon of the story and film, but we have also created a community of lifelong friendships and a genuine caring and support for each other.
I'm sure as you read through the posts, you will be amazed at the stories of the pilgrimages to Wyoming and Alberta, the personal blogs of "Brokies" who share their day to day happenings, the heartfelt stories from those who found strength after viewing the movie. You will also find sites dedicated to Heath and Jake, sites dedicated to all facets of the movie, both tender and humourous, in fact there's not much in here that we don't talk about.
Most of all, you will find that you are welcomed. Don't feel shy about adding your comments to the threads; get in there and "spill your guts." Don't worry about the "language barrier." If they don't know what you mean, they will damn sure tell you, and they usually get a giggle out of our "Australianisms."
So once again, welcome. Enjoy the journey with us. It's one that you will never forget or ever want to leave.
Sue/"Katie77"
Here are some useful links to BetterMost content:
Latest News & Developments Regarding Heath
(This Forum) Heath Ledger - Our Community Grieves Together (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/board,90.0.html)
Heath Ledger Video/Audio News & Developments (Broadband Users) (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,16536.0.html)
Heath Ledger - The Grieving Thread (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,16515.0.html)
"Brokeback Cult: The New Testament" (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,3655.msg321292.html#msg321292)
A Visit to Heath's Memorial Outside His NY City Apartment at 421 Broome Street (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,16573.0.html)
Heath Ledger Fan Topics
Heath Heath Heath (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,1179.0.html)
"I LOVE Everything Heath" Thread (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,16652.0.html)
"I LOVE Everything Ennis" Thread (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,465.0.html)
Information About BetterMost, Our Journeys, & Brokeback Mountain
A Brief Introduction to BetterMost (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,12670.0.html)
BetterMost Brokeback Mountain Open Forum - Discussions About the Story & Film (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php?board=3.0)
BetterMost Residents Visit Brokeback Mountain filming location "Campsite #2." (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,12042.msg233181.html#msg233181)
Other Items of Interest
View a large size picture of Mouk's Special Tribute to Heath Ledger at a filming location for Brokeback Mountain. (http://www.phillipdampier.com/Campsite2Full.jpg)
BetterMost Residents: Please feel free to add your thoughts and special wishes to our newest friends from Down Under at this difficult time.
Latest News & Developments Regarding Heath
(This Forum) Heath Ledger - Our Community Grieves Together (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/board,90.0.html)
Heath Ledger Video/Audio News & Developments (Broadband Users) (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,16536.0.html)
Heath Ledger - The Grieving Thread (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,16515.0.html)
"Brokeback Cult: The New Testament" (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,3655.msg321292.html#msg321292)
A Visit to Heath's Memorial Outside His NY City Apartment at 421 Broome Street (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,16573.0.html)
Heath Ledger Fan Topics
Heath Heath Heath (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,1179.0.html)
"I LOVE Everything Heath" Thread (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,16652.0.html)
"I LOVE Everything Ennis" Thread (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,465.0.html)
Information About BetterMost, Our Journeys, & Brokeback Mountain
A Brief Introduction to BetterMost (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,12670.0.html)
BetterMost Brokeback Mountain Open Forum - Discussions About the Story & Film (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php?board=3.0)
BetterMost Residents Visit Brokeback Mountain filming location "Campsite #2." (http://bettermost.net/forum/index.php/topic,12042.msg233181.html#msg233181)
Other Items of Interest
View a large size picture of Mouk's Special Tribute to Heath Ledger at a filming location for Brokeback Mountain. (http://www.phillipdampier.com/Campsite2Full.jpg)
BetterMost Residents: Please feel free to add your thoughts and special wishes to our newest friends from Down Under at this difficult time.
Post by: Kerry on January 30, 2008, 07:02:05 am
Welcome! :D
Post by: underdown on January 30, 2008, 08:13:02 am
G'day. It's good to see you here. Thanks for visiting from Australia.
Be sure that you will receive a very warm BetterMost welcome.
They're a great bunch.
In here, you will find discussion of Brokeback Mountain and how it has affected people's lives, and just about everything else under the sun.
Humour, sharing experiences, understanding, tips and photographs; you name it. (And they give lots of hugs, too).
BetterMost really does feel like a community. A family that welcomes everyone for whom Brokeback Mountain is a catalyst for reflection, understanding and reaching out.
Enjoy.
Rob (Sydney). :)
Post by: Meryl on January 30, 2008, 01:10:28 pm
In the two years since Brokeback Mountain entered our lives, we've evolved into a big, varied, expressive community here. Created by Phillip Dampier to serve as a place where people could process their emotional reactions to that unique film, BetterMost has grown along with its members and now addresses all manner of topics that interest us. Thanks to his vision and compassion, we can honestly say, along with Ennis del Mar, that "there's no reins on this one." :)
So pull up a log, mates! I hope you'll stay for supper. 8)
Post by: Fran on January 30, 2008, 03:06:14 pm
Post by: loneleeb3 on January 30, 2008, 03:33:42 pm
We sure are glad you have stopped in.
I wish it were happier times but they will come again.
Heath touched us all and we all share the same grief.
Please look around and read our stories and do share your own!
You are among friends!
Post by: Peachy on January 30, 2008, 06:52:35 pm
Post by: ifyoucantfixit on January 31, 2008, 02:44:15 am
I would like to add another welcome to you that i may have missed in the beginning of your
entrance here. I am most happy to have you join us as we are trying to recover from the sad
tragedy this week. i am sure you will as others have said find lovely warm and friendly people here.
They too have the same feelings that you share because as we have learned from this experience
over the last two years. We are all a family, no matter how farflung our residences are.
We are Brokies, Not born brothers and sisters, but we are joined at the heart. A love that
never dies. We are glad that you have found your way to us. And will find a home on the internet.
A place you can come daily or monthly or however often you feel the call. And know that you are among
friends that understand how you feel. And care about it. Good to see you............janice
Post by: Kelda on January 31, 2008, 03:08:01 pm
The visitors here are the silver lining to Heath's untimely dark cloud.
:-*
Post by: Brown Eyes on January 31, 2008, 10:11:43 pm
(http://bestsmileys.com/hugging/6.gif)
to all our new friends and members...
Welcome to BetterMost
we're so glad you're here
(http://bestsmileys.com/hugging/3.gif)
Welcome to BetterMost
we're so glad you're here
(http://bestsmileys.com/hugging/3.gif)
Post by: mouk on February 04, 2008, 01:50:22 am
Here are a few words to explain the flowers in the snow on the tribute photo which may be somewhat puzzling to them.
After a deeply moving visit of the filming sites in July with the Bettermost ‘Pilgrimage’ I had planned to return to Alberta for my second BBM anniversary, on January 26th, to be ‘closer to Ennis and Jack’ who have done so much for me and many of us. Little did I know that it would be in tears that I would walk down Ennis’s fight hill on my way to the Camp where they were once flying in the euphoric, bitter air, suspended above ordinary affairs.
It was a glorious afternoon, the snow was glittering, so pure, covering the bridge, the spot where they had embraced, the fire area, the mountains all around. The river was full of life, flowing fast between its icy banks. Close to where Ennis had set up the tent, I found a spot sheltered from the wind and from non Brokie eyes. There I put spring flowers for hope and also live flowers because Heath will live within us as long as we are alive. We owe him so much ! The colours were among those he seemed to like : orange, yellow and red – those of a sunset. Or a sunrise. The bridge was visible in the distance as Heath would have seen it from the tent, the only sounds were the wind, the river and chirping birds. There was such peace and beauty, and something so special in the air and in the light, I would not be surprised if Heath was hovering, smiling over what he had done for us.
I spent a long time there with him, remembering what he had given us ; remembering also the happy times spent in this Camp with fellow Brokies in the summer. And thanking Heath on behalf of all of us. As I was lost in my thoughts I suddenly had the eerie feeling that something was happening : the live flowers were slowly turning away from the light, towards the cut tulips and bending over them - the living taking care of the one whose life was cut too short.
Post by: Katie77 on February 04, 2008, 08:24:35 am
Post by: Penthesilea on February 04, 2008, 12:16:14 pm
Post by: belbbmfan on February 04, 2008, 12:26:09 pm
Post by: ptannen on February 04, 2008, 09:49:18 pm
Your description is as beautiful as the picture you posted of it!
Thank you! :-*
Pete
Post by: Brown Eyes on February 04, 2008, 10:14:35 pm
I'll just echo what's been said here already... mouk, that's such a lovely description. Thank you so much. :-*
Post by: loneleeb3 on February 05, 2008, 03:41:09 pm
The tears are flowing again!
That was such a beautiful description.
I felt like I was there. I'm quite sure Heath was there.
I love that you planted flowers there!
Tell ya what! When the next pilgrimage is made in '09, I think it owul dbe cool if everyone would bring some sort of seeds,bulbs or cuttings that could be planted and maybe fill the whole area with flowers in memory of heath and what happened there. I think it would be ecspecially cool if someone could get some Irisis from Lightning Flat and take there.
Maybe silly to some but I thnk it would be beautiful. Mouks Daffodils will be the first! ;D
Welcome to our Aussie Friends.
Here are a few words to explain the flowers in the snow on the tribute photo which may be somewhat puzzling to them.
After a deeply moving visit of the filming sites in July with the Bettermost ‘Pilgrimage’ I had planned to return to Alberta for my second BBM anniversary, on January 26th, to be ‘closer to Ennis and Jack’ who have done so much for me and many of us. Little did I know that it would be in tears that I would walk down Ennis’s fight hill on my way to the Camp where they were once flying in the euphoric, bitter air, suspended above ordinary affairs.
It was a glorious afternoon, the snow was glittering, so pure, covering the bridge, the spot where they had embraced, the fire area, the mountains all around. The river was full of life, flowing fast between its icy banks. Close to where Ennis had set up the tent, I found a spot sheltered from the wind and from non Brokie eyes. There I put spring flowers for hope and also live flowers because Heath will live within us as long as we are alive. We owe him so much ! The colours were among those he seemed to like : orange, yellow and red – those of a sunset. Or a sunrise. The bridge was visible in the distance as Heath would have seen it from the tent, the only sounds were the wind, the river and chirping birds. There was such peace and beauty, and something so special in the air and in the light, I would not be surprised if Heath was hovering, smiling over what he had done for us.
I spent a long time there with him, remembering what he had given us ; remembering also the happy times spent in this Camp with fellow Brokies in the summer. And thanking Heath on behalf of all of us. As I was lost in my thoughts I suddenly had the eerie feeling that something was happening : the live flowers were slowly turning away from the light, towards the cut tulips and bending over them - the living taking care of the one whose life was cut too short.
Post by: Delmardeb on February 05, 2008, 11:48:39 pm
Debbie
Post by: ifyoucantfixit on February 07, 2008, 06:42:17 pm
Mouk
I just cant say how beautiful your picture, your flowers, and your sentiment is.
Simply Thank You...
Post by: Aussie Chris on February 08, 2008, 08:26:26 am
Post by: ednbarby on February 09, 2008, 08:02:07 pm
That is really beautiful, Mouk. And fitting, too, considering it was Heath who suggested wrapping Jack's shirt inside Ennis' for the final trailer scene. He understood what it was to do that, too.
Thank you for that.