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| | nothing much going on today . Just waiting for Dad to take me to job searching with Maggie . cant wait til Vegas only 58 days away now .. and Celine's concert in Vegas is exactly 60 days away ! cant wait . but we are going to the Condo for Memorial day .. that should be fun , even if I cant spend any money .. | comments: Leave a comment   |
| "The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ Matt. 25:40
“Let every one of us please his neighbour for his good to edification.” (Romans 15:2)
“God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” — 2 Corinthians 5:21 | | comments: Leave a comment |
| heres More about MOE :
first off I went in with Colleen Early -- surprisingly we didn't get front row we got 4th or 5th instead . but this didn't bother me because seeing Taylor off the side is really better . we can move about as we wish ( especially Colleen can ) and we are away from the crowd trying to push to the front . Leigh said : " we have a special spot for you two " . I felt immediately at home when I saw Taylor's side of course . I'm really thinking that Taylor might have requested that . and that's where Taylor being so TALL has it's advantage . I still think that we he stands to talk to the audience or sing anything , even some one half way back and as short as me could still see Taylor a little . Ive always been greatful for that . althought Ive seen Taylor play now so many times that even just hearing him speak on stage gets me pumped . I don't even need see him really . The Bowling tournament Trophy ceremony as a moment like that too . I couldn't see Zac to save my life , but it was so fun watching him take pictures with fans and announce the teams scores any way . | | comments: Leave a comment |
| I know I promised you more about Tulsa MOE Number 2 today but I cant because its my first Tulsa MOEs anniversary today ! what a rough life ! Not . I won't reaccount details and bore you all , but I do want to say how Greatful I am that Taylor has formed a bond with me I never thought would ever be . At this years MOE , hearing their May fest audition : Taylor gave me the goofiest grin smile / bordering on a smirk when he caught my eye and saw me trying to dance to "Splish Splash " . I cant believe 20 years later hes still judging himself , and maybe wishing he'd done better . he doesnt need to : hes perfect any way . like " little crazy person but I cant help but love you ! " I know I cant marry him , but how can I not love him -( the person Ive looked up to half my life ) for getting a kick out of me ?? its an honor I never thought would be . In fact Im just thankful that in every occasion we've met each other , Taylor has made it all about what I wanted from him and not the other way around . Hes met so many of his crazy fans over these years that he does have the choice to just ignore me when Im nervous and stuttering and want to pass on to the next person ; but he never has . Hes let me hang with him for as long as it took to get something out . I can not put into amounts or words what that means to me . it is like I achieved my ultimate dream 3 years ago and every other time since I get a little more comfortable talking to Taylor . I didn't meet Taylor at this years MOE , but I if I get to go the Fall MOE , Im going for the hug and Im going to keep trying til he agrees . at the Gaylord event last year , It was too many people around ask for something that unique to me . And to be fair to everyone , I didn't want to appear Greedy .
So happy Anniversary Taylor again .. miss you and Ike and Zac already ! | | comments: Leave a comment |
| well I cant believe it : the angels were looking over Me in Tulsa again . this MOE is probably Number 2 of all time favorite for me because of the set list . Hanson songs from all over the place of the 20 years .. I missed MmmBop tho at the 5 session - I bet that was one of the 5 extra songs MR Bob meant they played at the 9 oclock session . Oh well .
heres the year trotting set list
1 Rain ( falling Down ) - the first song IKe wrote as a kid Boomerang -1994
2 Thinking about something 15 years later 2010 Shout it out
3 Lonely Again : This time Around Intnat'l single Extra song 2000
4 Every Word I Say : Extra Penny and Me single Bonus Track 2004
heres comes the New songs from the new Members Ep NO Sleep for Banditos
1 Up all Night Zac song : this reminded me of Middle of Nowhere; and a very classic pop side of Hanson
2 Heart breaker Taylor uptempo song that sounds like Tinted Windows Love this one .. but ( And I cant believe I get to say it again ) not as amazing as what would be next it wasnt "Never Love Again " , but something so beautiful similar to it ...
3 "Be my Own " (Taylor solo ) They showed Many videos of Ike, Taylor and Zac explaining what inspired them to write the songs . I loved watching this whole Doc because Taylor went into telling this whole story about how he hasnt written many ballads in a while . I agree - being the ever present " ballad girl" and being one of his biggest fans in the Universe . we heard him demo'ing his song called be " Be My Own". but I had a no idea again that he would do it right there as a solo . its just him, a guitar and Ike playing a xylophone . thats it . The fun part is what I did with Colleen to keep her as calm as possible : I held her close to me and danced and swayed as slow as I could . I could see Taylor watching us periodically; I bet it looked like sweetest thing in the world . so he kept the two of us going until the end . at which I went for it and gave him a standing Ovation . it may be his only if he doesnt tour again here in my area . Im really bummed out that Hanson are talking about only Austrailia in September , Jamaica in Jan 2013 and Tulsa again this fall and Next May as far as touring in the next year . I can't afford to travel that far ( Tulsa is 19 hours from Me ) just to see Hanson all the time . and Im sure Many fans who had to save up money for 5 months to come to this anniversary Members Event feel the same way . but it all depends what God intends . I could get really lucky and see Tinted Windows again In between . My 20th show is such a milestone that I never thought Id reach with any of my favorite artists ; let alone my all time favorite in Modern music . so I hope I can go to something around Taylor 's 30th birthday next March - because so far celebrating Ike 's and mines 30th birthday with Hanson's concerts so far has been so much fun . I also had the up most joy and privledge to see Members of Hanson's family this trip as well : their brother Mac was the MC/host for the bowling tournament and getting us excited for the concert sessions ; Jessica and Avery handled the Merchandise store; and Walker and Diana ( their parents ) directed and watched the Live Steam arrangements . by the end of the trip, I realized who all the blondes really were . its so great to see Everyone supporting Hanson in their music; Most family businesses end in a fight . And then besides lots of friends I hadn't meet in person yet ( More about that tommorrow ) I saw someone special who goes against the grain in deed in terms of Hanson blonde hair : I saw the Red Mop Of Ezra ( Taylor's oldest son ) hair and I couldnt believe he was standing at the block party with us ! he is as tall as me already and is on the path to becoming " most beautiful guy in the world #2) right next to his Dad ( Taylor ) . I have this feeling he'd have girl friends already if he went to public school 1 ! :) he looks JUST like a young Taylor in the face its almost scary . ( but in a good way . ok more tommorrow .. this party has just started ! | | comments: Leave a comment |
| I just have to thank Ben and Noah and my Mom and Dad for letting me achieve this dream again . I wrote an awesome MOE set list Wish list thread on HAnson .net and all the other fans lit up the thread with all my Taylor favorites he could -play - and not just Never let go this time ; that , Break town and even a few Never Love Agains . if Never Love Again happens , I don't care I'm giving Taylor the standing ovation- HE Will deserve it esp for that . There was also some great covers mentioned as well : Journeys Faithfully ( as a Taylor solo ) that Hollie is singing right now on American idol ! and Billy Joels " For the longest time " AWESOME .
I cant wait ! | | comments: Leave a comment |
| All I really want to do is thank God for this gift of going to the Hanson "grace land " again ! its a miracle that Im going after everything Ive been the through in the past year : all dads eye problems; his prostate cancer and not finding a job yet . its like its meant to be that Hanson and their music are bounded to stick by me in the hardest times of my life . Again this year, it is that same situation I had with Ben in the car in 1997 15 years ago this Thursday May 10) : Uncle Richard my biggest supporter of my singing had chosen his pain instead of his family ; I didn't know really if I would sing or perform live again after my 9th grade chorus class . and on that Journey I just wanted the weekend to be over with . I really could think of nothing to say to Brian, Brittany and Jamie that would console for the person we had lost .
Now , EVer since I found that picture of Rich and I at aunt Kathie's old pool and I put it in the angel picture frame and I put us between Taylor and I and the MOE 2009 picture from Dc, I feel like he has had a hand in guiding this whole Hanson thing : at every concert , theres some cue of Taylor looking at me and watching me sing ; Ike tossing me and ONLY ME the guitar pic in Providence; Zac doing so many things. it was all a way to keep me reaching for my dream . and Taylor was indeed Richard 's Weapon - although Im sure to him Farah Fauceet and pink Floyd Rocked just as hard from the 1970s was just as hot ! lol .
And so I also find it odd that it was my dad asking if that was Taylor we saw on the walk - I can imagine Rich asking me that question .. and he 'd be just as cute and funny about it .
Recently at church we were asked to bring up the gifts . I hadnt done that since Grandma's and daddy Jays Funerals .. so as I got towards everyone , I got emotional a little . it was the thought of Taylor in my head begging me not to start crying - and I did not ; I was able to keep myself in control finally . but i feel them close to me as the angels over these four days to try and make a new "best day of My life " moment !
Cant wait to see who wins THE VOICE TOnight !
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| I cant believe its 4 years since My Idol MR Taylor first saw my face . it was the moment that began the kinship I never thought would happen . since I have everything _ the pic , the solos and group pics where God and the angels put me beside him ( this is definitely where our height difference sticks out like a sore thumb ( see my LJ profile default pic ) . At this MOE ( in 9 days ) 7 til we leave ! if we get ANY chance in heaven to say hello, meet and greet what ever - I am going for the hug . Taylor may not oblige , but as always I'll at least get to walk away knowing I tried . at Ben's birth Day event , I just felt so comfortable talking to all of Hanson really ; finally . I discovered Taylor is just a person that loves performing and meeting his fans ( who cares If he always is in his undershirt ? haha ) . Of course my pic says it all . Not Only was Taylor comfortable with me , But in the picture , he almost wanted to be as close to me as he could get . and to be honest , I was NOT noticing that as I was speaking to him, I only saw it loud and clear at first when My mom printed out or picture together .
In 1997 , as a kid obsessed with Taylor's looks and talent , I always joked that id pee my pants like a nervous and Immature kid in front of him . 15 years later, I can say that has never happened . what happened instead is that I have been able to speak to him and talk to him as if he wasnt a minor celebrity . A Guy similar to the type of guy that my cousin Matt might pick to play keyboards for him in a band . (if It wasn't me or Paul Warner lol ) . that if nothing else is what Im am most proud of and greatful for. I did one of the things I never thought I could do . And that's the lesson that Taylor, Ike and Zac Hanson continue to teach me everyday through their Music . | | comments: Leave a comment |
| first off Tulsa countdown : 9 days .. cant believe it .
second I found out something interesting on the Judges edition of Chopped All - stars . Apparently Chef Chris Santos has a niece that has Rhetts Sydrome and Its often mistaken and mis diagnosed for My disability of Cerebral Palsy . He humbly reported that shes rapidly losing all her motor function and at 10 years old ; already needs 24 hour care and help . this of course reminds of Colleen and Taylor ( Hanson ) . I think more celebrities should use their noterity and " famousness " to bring awareness to disabilities , diseases and social problems more often .
third . Who knew Chef Mark Murphy has learning disabilities ?/ he said turned to cooking as a professional because he found it was the one thing he was good at and excelled in . thats awesome .
that reminds me I need to Watch Colleens Verona, NY Walk video again before MoE . the way she catches Taylor is truly priceless . he turns around just like he did for me . now 4 years ago . | | comments: 2 comments or Leave a comment |
| Ill be at the alley gearing up to Bowl with Nessa and our Albertane Red birds Team ( cant you tell we're Taylor fans ?" ) in Tulsa .. cant wait . and Ive got Colleens 31 birthday set up : Ive found the restaurant and have been corresponding back and 4th with Mrs Bridges . Speaking of Birthday parties : Cousin Micheal recently shared with us on FaceBook pictures from his dads ( uncle John to me ) 83 rd birthday party . we went his little VA American Legion for a great Fish dinner and then back to his house for cake back in March . Here's our little West Maryland Nairn's Pic :
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