Why do you think we love the village of Three Pines, when it’s riddled with murders and with dark and deceitful characters?
I think that despite the darkness, there is a strong sense of community, friendship and acceptance. The main characters that we know and love, for the most part, seem to think the best of one another. Although they also know each others’ flaws, they seemed genuinely shocked when someone turns out to be a villain.
Do you live in a place where neighbours are neighbourly? Where your neighbour invites you over for coffee and treats, or leaves goodies outside of your door? Do you wish you had this type of relationship with your neighbours?
I think that this group, this smaller group now who have migrated over from Facebook, could be the start of a neighbourhood like Three Pines. Of course we hope our friends who have not yet become frequent voices here will join us, but in the “smallness” of the group of people who are here, we are getting to know each other much better than we would had we been one of tens of thousands, as it was on Facebook. And I feel that like those in Three Pines, I see only kind, intelligent and knowledgeable friends, who are supportive of one another, are happy to share their expertise and encourage others to share theirs. There is gentle guidance when needed and an abundance of curiosity and positivity and warmth shared.
And hopefully, as more come to join us, if more come to join us, we can be the welcoming committee with cookies and treats at every new neighbour’s door upon arrival. We can set the tone to continue as it is now, with kindness, respect and compassion as our foundation for our community. I would very happily move next to any one of you and share my bakes and my cooks.
It’s been a few weeks here now since the pause. What are your thoughts, my friends?
Thank you, mei lan, for comparing us here to the people we admire, love and respect from Three Pines. I absolutely share your take on the folks who have joined this group, on their openness to one another, to each other’s ideas and views. I anticipate there will be some who prefer the Facebook platform and never try this one and that is regrettable for all of us. But, at the end of the day, I am truly grateful for this place, what I read here and for the work of the admins.
It’s interesting to me how I felt an immediate sense of security when I moved from FB to this webpage. I have yet to see an unkind word here. I love how we are getting to know each other not only through our love of Louise Penny and her books but we are expanding our personal knowledge to other areas. This is how new friendships are formed. This is where I feel welcome and eager to experience daily. This is my new online Three Pines.
So yes, mei lan I agree with everything you have said and thank you for saying it so well.
Very articulate! I agree with you about how this group feels very companionable. I look forward to coming to this group each day to see what is new.
I agree with everyone too. This is such a kind and compassionate group of people. I agree with you Jane, it is regrettable that not all will stray from Facebook, but I am so grateful that everyone here chose to come and maintain the community. Is it cheesy to say I sometimes want to hug you all? Well, call me cheesy then because sometimes I really do wish I could reach through the screen to give a hug or exchange eye contact when sharing a laugh.
Well said, mei lan! While I did enjoy the FB page (and understood how to navigate it just a LITTLE bit better– but I’m learning here!) and do miss some of the comments of people with whom I’d grown familiar, I am very much enjoying our (so far) little group of thoughtful, fun, and kind people. Even if I have nothing to contribute (you REALLY don’t want me to share recipes with you, for your own safety!) I love seeing what others create and enjoy. I appreciate everyone’s contributions, and the administrators hard work to make this site special and engaging. I purposely have chosen to immerse myself in the enjoyment and philosophies of the Three Pines world; trying to find that little slice of sanctuary when the world gets to me; something uplifting; someplace where kindness and goodness exist. This group helps me keep my focus and reminds me to find that state of mind. Thanks, folks!