Illustration by zmanxx

This isn’t talked about much, but P.I. is all about facing the tougher issues of life, head on. We’re not going to sit back and ignore the issues that everyone else won’t discuss.

Have you ever said hello to someone, only shortly after to be in a situation where you have to say hello, again. It happens to all of us.

How do you go about it? Is there a solution to this patently awkward situation? Let’s explore, together, these fundamental questions.

In my studies, I’ve come across 3 ways to deal with the circumstance of having to say hello twice.

The first one is simply dealing with it. Sure you just crossed paths with Roger in the hallway. Oh, look - it’s unavoidable! You’re now crossing paths again, and just 5 minutes later. So what do you do?

You both say hello one more time (with reluctancy plastered on your faces) and pretend there’s nothing awkward at all about it, when there sure as hell is. For crying out loud, you two just said hello 5 minutes ago!

Then there’s the tried and true method of preemptive avoidance. With this one, people go to extraordinary lengths in order to prevent having to say hello a 2nd time.

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Fozzie Bear said it best.

If this Panda Bear could speak, I am sure he would say it second best…
 

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The pen is mightier than the sword.

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Right now, Flying LlamaFish is probably 40,000 feet above the earth’s crust. Last thing I heard, he’s headed to Spain.

He doesn’t travel as much as he used to–but still has his adventures. So, he’ll be gone for a while, four weeks to be exact. That being said, he’ll still be contributing to P.I. Expect at least two posts a week from him.

Not to worry, Bamboo Forest isn’t going anywhere. No sir, I’ll be holding down the fort.

- Bamboo Forest

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Photo by Timothy Lloyd.

Good day.

I am Bamboo Forest. Today is a truly auspicious day. Today is the day this wonderful site has been brought to the masses for your viewing pleasure. If I were to define myself a simple way to do so would be to share some of my passions and hobbies. I love basketball, surfing and martial arts (I practice wing chun kung fu and yang tai chi). I consider each and every one of these practices far more than just physical movements. They are tools for the mind and spirit.

Forgive me, I’m a little nervous; this is a first that I’ve ever written a blog that is being eagerly read by literally MILLIONS of readers! *_*

The three aforementioned passions are what I would characterize as the most deeply embedded. Here are some additional things I really enjoy: everything tea, food, cooking, dining out, alternative medicine, meditation, deep conversation, philosophy, exercise, weight lifting, running, long walks, history and reading.

I’m sure there are more, but that will suffice. In time, I’m sure we’ll discuss everything under the sun. I do look forward to it! Well, this is Bamboo Forest saying, please come again!

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Photo by Bamboo Forest (Flying Llamafish’s appetizer prior to the main course)

Howdy, inhabitants of this giant sphere of spinning ice we call earth. Before I introduce myself, I would like to announce that today is the luckiest day in the history of the world. I don’t care what the Mayans may have predicted, 7/7/07 is the day that the world has been eagerly looking forward to for eons.

My name is Flying LlamaFish. I was raised by Sumo Wrestlers, and now attend college. You will learn more about me when the time is right. All you need to know for now is that Bamboo Forest and I have gargantuan plans for this here information super-highway. And it all begins today!

It seems as though all of the planets with the exception of poor little Pluto have aligned on this very day. Today is very special for two reasons. For one, the most talented member of the legendary Beatles was born on this day in 1940. I’m talking about you, Ringo. For two, Pun Intended is finally born, and thus the ancient prophecy is finally fulfilled.

My brother and I have so much in store for you that you just may come to consider Pun Intended your home away from your second home. It is essential to keep your Fun Pass in hand at all times, because we plan on handing out frequent fun miles like they’re about to expire.

Without further ado, I urge each and everyone of you legends to pass the sherbert… and enjoy our website.

So, sit Indian style on your favorite futon and let the good times roll.

Welcome to Pun Intended!

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