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 | "Anakin was DECEIVED by a Lie, we all were." |
 T.G.I.F. fellow bloggers! Hope everyone of you had a Fabulous Holiday Season and are starting off the New Year in good spirits. 
I'm going thru a bit of a blogging withdrawal so please, bear with me. Lots of thoughts have been whirling around in my crazily busy mind lately and I just need to unleash them, well, some of them. 
Ok, on with it, right?  I've given a lot of thought to Obi-Wan's statement of truth to Padme` when he visits her in her apartment before confronting Anakin on Mustafar.
"... Deceived by a Lie, we all were."
Its interesting to me because, there are two lies to consider.
1.) Anakin's & Padme`'s vow to one another, that completely goes against the Jedi Code.
2.) Palpatine's lie to Anakin and the entire Republic, that he is indeed the Sith Lord they are looking for.
Really, if you break them down, both have DECEIVED the entire Republic. For one, very brief moment, you can see the thought of that first one listed above, on Padme`s face.
" We'll be living a lie. I couldn't do that, could you, Anakin? Could you live like that? " PADME` AOTC
" No. Your right. It would destroy us. " ANAKIN AOTC
Still, with all these thoughts, spinning around in her mind, she stays true to her heart and protects Anakin, her love; for he and the baby(ies) she carries are all that matter at this point in her life. For everything else is lost, her Republic, Democracy, the Senate, and even the sacred Jedi Order is in shambles. As Obi-Wan leaves with no more or no less than an apology, "I'm so sorry."
Padme` is left alone to contemplate all that was said and all that has happened in the past 24 hours or so.
Thinking back to the evening before, before the fire at the temple, she remembers and feels the sensations of that peculiar phenomenon that took place between her and Anakin. There, alone in her apartment, she felt Anakin's presence as if he were right there, in the room with her. For an instant, it was as if she could see the walls of the Jedi Council Chamber.
Anakin was there, she knew it, for she...felt it! That's when she got up and approached her window and looked across the skyline and cast her sights on the Jedi Temple. She welcomed the sensations and the Force took hold, fully. She could feel him, his love for her and his...FEAR. Padme` hadn't realized how traumatized and consumed he was by his visions of her dying. Yet, her only FEAR was that Anakin didn't know how much she TRULY, DEEPLY, LOVED him and always would no matter what the future held for her. Its possible that she recanted her solem vow, the one she spoke on Geonosis, only this time she changed one word. " I Truly, Deeply LOVE You," as Padme' spoke, the words echoed in Anakin's mind. "Before I die, I want you to know."
As the force connection fades, Anakin's tears roll down his cheeks and he is alone, as he would always be alone. Always and everywhere, once Padme` was gone. As Anakin leaves for the Senate building,somewhat unconsciously, Padme` vigilantly looks on at the Temple.
DECEIVED BY A LIE?
Once in Palpatine's private office, Mace and Sidious exchange rage, worded in malice and deceit. At least from a certain point of view. Anakin is now more confused than ever, for Mace says the same line about Palpatine that Palpatine said about Dooku," He is too dangerous to be kept alive." Makes one wonder, " If a Jedi Master and a Sith Lord can make the same argument, were they really so different? " This could have quite possibly been the thoughts of our confused, Chosen One, Anakin. right?
At this point, nothing else mattered,not the Jedi, LIGHT or DARK, the Sith, none of it. Only Padme`. "I will do whatever you ask, just help me save Padme`s life. I can't live without her. "
What's even more twisted, is that, throughout the entire Saga, no one is more DECEIVED than Anakin Skywalker. For his entire journey thru the Force has been a mirage of deception. The one and only truth about his life that I can see thru all the lies, secrets, and deceit, is that he began life and lived it the same, up until his death when he became one with the Force. He was a Slave.
Sorry for the long entry. Lots of thoughts and so little time. 
As always, comments are open for your own thoughts, queries...
May the Force Be with You...ALWAYS..
~Angel~
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JediPug1
Like My Father Before Me
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 9:06 AM
What's even more twisted, is that, throughout the entire Saga, no one is more DECEIVED than Anakin Skywalker. For his entire journey thru the Force has been a mirage of deception. The one and only truth about his life that I can see thru all the lies, secrets, and deceit, is that he began life and lived it the same, up until his death when he became one with the Force. He was a Slave.
Excellent point... and the real tragedy of Star Wars. But, for all that, it makes the redemption of Anakin so much more triumphant in ROTJ. Great entry, Angel! 
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Kenobi-fan
The Jundland Wastes Journal
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 9:09 AM
He was a Slave.
Anakin was deceiving himself. He believed love and life was all that mattered, but it was not. What he cared for most was 'control' over love and life. Without control, both could be taken from him as it took his mother. But to have control, one must have power. Anakin understand that power came from only one thing - The Force. Sadly, his understanding of the Force came in the form of a fist and not a heart.
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hansgirl3
Invoking the Squee
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 9:35 AM
As the force connection fades, Anakin's tears roll down his cheeks and he is alone, as he would always be alone
That's so sadly true, Angel...
What a touching entry (and a beautiful video; I love that song, preferably Metallica, but that one was nice) and you brought out some excellent points.
Anakin was deceived in so many ways because he was naive; truly. No matter what happened, until he became Vader, he maintained a certain amount of naivete. It allowed people to "pull the wool over his eyes" I think and manipulate him.
It doesn't change the fact that he made poor decisions and cost the galaxy millions of lives, but it is still sadly true.
Love you!! 
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amidalooine
The Emotional Galaxy
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 9:36 AM
Good stuff, angel. Anakin was so close to all that tormented and deceived him that he couldn't see the truth. If he'd been able to step back and assess...perhaps things would have been different...well...if GL had decided to go that route, lol...
Good to see you!
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jediprincess77
I Know...
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 9:48 AM
Angel! What a beautiful entry!!! Beautiful video too.
That sunset scene brings me to tears much of the time...they both see the same sunset, but interpret it in different ways. That division is at the core of what ripped them apart, IMHO. It seems that in that moment, Anakin truly chose the path he would follow.
Thanks for these wonderful thought, deary!
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Fish1941
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 9:51 AM
Anakin was deceiving himself.
Anakin not only deceived himself, but he was deceived by others - especially by Palpatine, Obi-Wan and the rest of the Jedi Order.
In fact, there seemed to be a lot of self-deceptions being harbored by the main characters.
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 10:06 AM
But, for all that, it makes the redemption of Anakin so much more triumphant in ROTJ. Exactly, JediPug1. Hey, how were your holidays? Thanks so much for the card
The Force. Sadly, his understanding of the Force came in the form of a fist and not a heart. Had he been taught on under different circumstances, the outcome could have been altered. Though, Anakin did have a heart. For throughout the Clone Wars he wore it on his sleeve. Thanks, K-Fan.
No matter what happened, until he became Vader, he maintained a certain amount of naivete. I see this too. Yet, even as Vader, he still harbored some naivete. Love you too!
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 10:14 AM
If he'd been able to step back and assess You know, I think he wanted too. Those short and so few moments he had alone with Padme` & the one with Obi-Wan, before he left to face Grevious, he almost broke the shell of his silent suffering. Nice to see you too.
It seems that in that moment, Anakin truly chose the path he would follow. His path at that moment was neither light nor dark (my POV), he wasn't reaching out to Palpatine, he was reaching for Padme`. Thanks, JP77.
Anakin not only deceived himself, but he was deceived by others He was drowning,becoming more and more consumed by the deceit, he never knew he had hit rock bottom.
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Michelle1968
M68- Star Wars Kid at Heart
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 10:21 AM
Wow... another great one my friend.
Its possible that she recanted her solem vow, the one she spoke on Geonosis, only this time she changed one word. " I Truly, Deeply LOVE You," as Padme' spoke, the words echoed in Anakin's mind. "Before I die, I want you to know."
Oh my gooness Angel B, that almost made me cry! 
Excellent, most excellent!
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leia19886
Some One get this big walking carpet out of my way
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 10:22 AM
GL, said it best. Anakin was a victom.
IMO Anakin was a victom of deception from the moment he met Qui-Gon.
Qui-Gon would have not lied to Anakin. Anakin just fell into a life where everyone around him was telling him what he wanted to here.
Palpatine used Anakin like a puppet on a string.
Obi-Wan wanted to be a father to Anakin, but was not sure how. Jedi are not supposed to Love.
Padme never lied either. She just did not know how love was supposed to be enough to surrvive in their mixed up world.
cont.
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 10:54 AM
Oh my gooness Angel B, that almost made me cry!  No, don't! I'm sorry, Bunny Boo, it wasn't meant to make you cry. *sniff* ok..maybe a little.  Love You Wait, You said *gooness* LOL! 
Anakin was a victom of deception from the moment he met Qui-Gon. I agree. He was the talk of the town (city, galaxy, whatever) and he was clueless as to what was going on around him. Thanks, Leia
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rhett0
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 10:59 AM
Another great entry, and a great point about Mace and Palpatine.
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Apprentice of Wisdom
Star Wars is a Way of Life -- Accept it (by a "Dutch Yoda")
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 11:16 AM
You almost made me cry with this one, Angel! And a beautiful video, too.
He was a Slave. I've come to think of this as well. He has never truly been free. Anakin was the victim of deceit and lies. All lies, though some without bad intentions. All his life does he try to break free, does he focuss on those he loves, confidence and trust. But instead, he looses everything and becomes blind - but did not forget - to what he once held so dearly. Palpatine destroyed so much more than just the Republic, and he started it when he first looked at Anakin, so long ago.
Wonderful entry Angel.
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vadersgirl33
vadersgirl_reflections
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 11:23 AM
Wow, Angel! You really put some thought into this!! Nicely put! I have to agree with you; Anakin was born a slave, and was still one even after becoming DV. He got no release from it until ROTJ.
Every once in a while we all need to get things off our chests. That's one reason I wrote that last blog just before Christmas. Thanks for writing it.
vadersgirl33
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jedilily1026
Years Matter Not (Gone Crazy...Be Back Soon)
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 11:25 AM
As Obi-Wan leaves with no more or no less than an apology, "I'm so sorry."
Is this line an apology??? Oops...I understand him saying "I'm so sorry".....as Obi-Wan feeling sorry that the father of her children is Anakin who is now a Sith Lord.
Cont'd.
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JediPug1
Like My Father Before Me
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 11:29 AM
Exactly, JediPug1. Hey, how were your holidays? Thanks so much for the card
They were good! Thank you for your card! Got some stuff to share... later....
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MomOf2YoungPadawan
Mamadala's Lair
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 11:58 AM
Its possible that she recanted her solem vow, the one she spoke on Geonosis, only this time she changed one word. Whew - that was very powerful!! I'm not sure she was thinking that though:I don't think Padme ever really believed she would die-I think she felt she was too strong for it (her characterization makes me believe that); but perhaps she WAS "giving in" to Anakin's Force visions, since they'd come to pass with his mom.
As far as Obi-Wan, I had mentioned to you before that I wondered what he was "sorry" for...everything that had come to pass?The fact that Anakin was the father?That he would have to kill Anakin (aka "the Sith")?
Hmm..meditate more on these things I will! Great entry as always!
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Jedi Master Mina
Jedi blogging, go back to your drinks!
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 12:06 PM
That's when she got up and approached her window and looked across the skyline and cast her sights on the Jedi Temple. She welcomed the sensations and the Force took hold, fully. She could feel him, his love for her and his...FEAR.
My thoughts exactly...I always felt that this scene gives hints that Padme was Force sensitive...But, than again, it could be GL's playing an old Jedi mind trick on us!!
Anyway, I agree with what has already been said...Anakin was a victim as well as a slave. But, Kfan brings up a good point...He also had problems with wanting to control everything around him....I kind of look at it as though he was too immature, besides being deceived by everybody around him.
Good blog, my friend.
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 12:16 PM
interesting ...very observative,and quite a good point Thank You, dark lord of me.
Happy to hear that you enjoyed it.
All his life does he try to break free, does he focuss on those he loves, confidence and trust. But instead, he looses everything and becomes blind - but did not forget - to what he once held so dearly. Ooo, this I love,AOW. Wonderful summary. Thanks.
You really put some thought into this!! Nicely put! Thanks, VG. Hope everything is going OK for you.
Is this line an apology??? Yeah, I know, I threw a wrench it. Just keeping you all up on your toes.
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 12:22 PM
Got some stuff to share... laterCool! I look forward to it 
Anakin was too young to take on all that he was toldAmen! Like, WTH? You'd think the rest of the Order would be willing to help out, why should he carry the burden of saving the galaxy all by himself?  Thanks, Jedilily.
perhaps she WAS "giving in" to Anakin's Force visions, since they'd come to pass with his mom. She knew better than to disregard a Jedi's vision, she trusted them and a great deal of respect for they represented as a whole.
meditate more on these things I willYes, that *apology* is yours, make your blog, darling.
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 12:29 PM
rhett0Thanks! How were your Holidays?
*shakes it off* Okay, I'm feeling better now. Me too!
My thoughts exactly...I always felt that this scene gives hints that Padme was Force sensitive It was a True Force Connection, much like the one Leia and Luke shared on Bespin. Anakin was definitely reaching for Padme` in that scene, he alone conjured up that bond, uniting them as one; hence my avatar title He truly was uniquely gifted with the Force, for I don't recall any other Force user connecting with another that was not born of the Force. Love truly does defy gravity, doesn't it? Or maybe it just conquers all.
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amidala jedi88
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 12:59 PM
Wow another amazing blog angel!
Always lovin' it!
-Jedi amidala88
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DJ Maul: Got Feet?
DJ Maul's Dancin' Cantina Party
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 1:05 PM
interesting thoughts as always!
Anakin was lied to on several fronts: Palpatine, obviously. The Jedi also lied to him in that they withheld a LOT of their doubts and suspicions from himand instead of tyring to HELP him they instead distanced themselves FROM him.
But mostly, Anakin lied to HIMSELF.
he used his love, and his longing for "justice" , as excuses for his actions.
Havent we ALL made a really BAD choice in our life then found creative ways to justify what we did even though deep down we KNEW it was wrong?
Thats exactly what Anakin did.
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The Stooge
Star Wars Joke-A-Day
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 1:09 PM
Makes one wonder, " If a Jedi Master and a Sith Lord can make the same argument, were they really so different? "
Huh -- never thought of it that way. I'm usually in the Mace-was-right-so-don't-be-hatin'-on-him camp, but you may have swayed me. Just a bit...
Great blog, Angel!
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anakinside1
Echoes from the Asteroid Field
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 2:56 PM
He is too dangerous to be kept alive." Makes one wonder,
What a catch, Angel! That was great I've never noticed that. It's interesting to look at Anakin's responses in both situations....On Invisible Hand he goes along with the suggestion, on Coruscant he doesn't. Both times I think he's serving his own purposes. I think that shows how philosophies work with Anakin - he's not loyal to ideas, he's loyal to people.....
Nice to read an Angel blog again!!!
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 3:23 PM
Always lovin' it! Awww Thanks! Feels good to be blogging again.
Havent we ALL made a really BAD choice in our life then found creative ways to justify what we didIsn't that called: HUMANITY? Precisely my point, underneath it all, Anakin, was only human. We are not perfect, in any sense, bound to make mistakes.
Thanks, DJ.
you may have swayed me. Just a bit... *Gasp* ZOINKS! Not me!
he's not loyal to ideas, he's loyal to people.....Bravo! I knew I could count on you, AS1
Nice to read an Angel blog again!!!Thanks, its nice to be blogging again.
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Sith Ninja Version 1
Palpatine's Political Schemes pt. 1
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 4:20 PM
Many people think that it was Anakin's destiny to fall to the dark side of the force, but I don't believe so. What I got from ep. III is that it is more about making choices than fulfilling a destiny. Palpatine used his persuasion and it caused Anakin's loyalty to the Jedi Order to be shaken. Then his haunting vision made him choose the path of the dark side, thinking he can save Padme through his new powers, but at the end he was decieved and from then on as Lord Vader he carried out tasks for the Emperor. He never taught Vader how protect those he was close to from dying, or having the power to raise the dead.
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amidala jedi88
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 5:13 PM
I just can't get enough of your blogging angel.
I can't wait 'till your next one!
smooches
-jedi amidala88
(haha p.s. your other blog written on dec.19.06 is fab.! Love can ignite Star Wars I was totally ready for an ice cold shower even though it was snowing like crazy back then!) 
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JediMelindaWolf
Try not. Do. Or do not. There is no try.
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 7:05 PM
Wow, pretty powerful musings, va!
I don't have much to add that hasn't already been said except I would like to reiterate a couple of points . . .
I never thought about Mace echoing Palpatine's earlier words. It's just another example of the "from a certain point of view" theme. Great catch!
I have to admit that I never interpreted Obi-wan's "I'm sorry" to be an apology. I interpreted it more of a "I'm sad for you that you have to go through this".
When Padmé is in the apartment and Anakin is waiting in the Temple, I'm not really sure she feels that Anakin is with her. I think she's longing for him; he's longing for her. To me, at least, it's the first indication of their "parting" of ways.
MTFBWY
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 7:12 PM
Wonderful thougths, daaahhhling Sorry I'm so late...but better late than never, right
I really don't have much to add here. Everyone has pretty much echoed my thoughts. Although that scene makes me tear every time I see it, I also love it for what it symbolizes. I know she felt him through the Force...and I have no doubt about their strong Force connection, especially during that scene. Anakin felt safe with Padme', and he did not want that feeling to end. The deception that occurred during the PT era was so rampant on so many levels and destroyed so many lives.
As usual, I loved it
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JediAnikin4191981
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 7:21 PM
AHH! Angel! It's good to hear from you (blog wise) lol This is an AMAZING blog!!! I totally agree with you. Anakin is the big "hero". But, he was the most decieved out of any of them. You always think of the "hero" to know anything and everything about his future,his destiny. Anakin is blinded by this Sith. If it weren't for Palps [sith] (who I believed planted the visions of Padme's death in his mind). I blame all this on PALPATINE!!! lol
Amazing Blog Angel! Luv Luv Luved it!!
and for the first time of 2007...*drumroll please*
ROCK ON ANGEL!
JediAnikin4191981
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 7:45 PM
Palpatine used his persuasion and it caused Anakin's loyalty to the Jedi Order to be shaken. Then his haunting vision made him choose the path of the dark sideExactly! He was ultimately seduced and then completely consumed with a craving for more power that he would never achieve.
I can't wait 'till your next one! Patience, you must have patience.
Wow, pretty powerful musings, va!Thanks, JMW. The F.C. was my take, not only from the powerful scene in the movie with its similarities to ESB with Leia and Luke but, from the novel version as well.
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: Jan 05, 2007 7:50 PM
Anakin felt safe with Padme', and he did not want that feeling to end.Yes! With her he was always Welcome, things were familiar and friendly, loved; he was at home. Thanks, PS77.
and for the first time of 2007...*drumroll please*
Wow! Speechless I am.  I am humbly honored. Thanks. ROCK ON!
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kyle228
Truly Wonderful, the Mind of a Child Is...
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date Posted: Jan 06, 2007 10:07 AM
Great blog, Angel!
If a Jedi Master and a Sith Lord can make the same argument, were they really so different?
I had these exact same thoughts. Great minds think alike!
CONT'D
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kyle228
Truly Wonderful, the Mind of a Child Is...
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date Posted: Jan 06, 2007 10:07 AM
P - We'll be living a lie. I couldn't do that, could you, Anakin? Could you live like that?
A - No. Your right. It would destroy us.
Wow... Quite frankly, I've never connected this to ROTS. Obviously, I knew they were living in a lie, and they decieved everyone, but I never connected it to Obi's comment of "Anakin was decieved by a lie." I like the way you think, girl!!
Once again, great blog. Looking forward to more great musings!
MTFBWY, and Happy 30th Anniversary!
P.S. I've added you to my blog roll... and just so you know (as you probably already do) - your blogs are awesome!
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ewanandhaydenfan5
I Have You Now!
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date Posted: Jan 06, 2007 6:43 PM
Anakin understand that power came from only one thing - The Force.
Exactly. Fortuantely for Anakin, this is something his son DID understand.
It seems that in that moment, Anakin truly chose the path he would follow.
Well said!
Once again, beautiful entry. You summed up the sunset scene very vividly.
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ewanandhaydenfan5
I Have You Now!
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date Posted: Jan 06, 2007 6:45 PM
Anakin understand that power came from only one thing - The Force.
Exactly. Fortuantely for Anakin, this is something his son DID understand.
Oops, in my above comment about K-Fan's comment, I included the wrong part of the quote. I meant to include this one: Sadly, his understanding of the Force came in the form of a fist and not a heart.
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: Jan 06, 2007 6:54 PM
Thanks for thinking of us. Anytime, VG, anytime.
Great minds think alike! I'd like to think so.
I like the way you think, girl!! Thanks! So sweet. Thanks for the add, I'm humbled.
You summed up the sunset scene very vividly.Thank You. Glad you liked it.
Fortuantely for Anakin, this is something his son DID understand. True, Anakin felt with his heart and his heart alone, allowing only the emotion to flow and become his focus. While Luke, felt with his mind, HEART, and soul allowing it to guide him and seek reason rather than solution. Does that make sense? LOL! I confuse myself some times.
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JediCody87
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date Posted: Jan 07, 2007 5:42 AM
i think thats what the whole saga is about...Deception,no one knows who to believe even in the OT,there was people who stood for the empire and there was people who saw though its mask,just like luke saw through his father's,eventually turnig him back, anakin and padme just were two lovers that fell victim to circumstances,they could have ran earlier yes,but they both couldn't turn and run away from their people and the galaxy for that matter.
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Jedimca0
Master Yoda's Visions(by a "Dutch Yoda")
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date Posted: Jan 07, 2007 10:50 AM
I'm sorry that I'm a bit late, but I've been very busy.
Great blog Angel. I never thought of things this way, Anakin was deceived more than any one else. He thought he was doing what he wanted to do but You are right, he was a slave. His whole life he did what other people told him to do, But finally he broke free and Killed the Emperor.
Great Blog and Remember, The Force Will Be With You..............Always
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miniforcex
The Star Wars Fan Wears Pink
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date Posted: Jan 07, 2007 1:02 PM
Oh wow. Great blog. I envy you.
Anakin's & Padme`'s vow to one another, that completely goes against the Jedi Code.
Obviously, Obi-Wan had this speech well thought through. I like your thinking. There's not much I can comment on anymore that the other bloggers haven't said. As always, great blog! MTFBWU!
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