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Wowa Spacey-prayers for your daughter. Sounds like a very trying time for all of you. Hope she improves. I don't suppose one of you lucky folks going to a TDN show could pick me up a calendar? I'd pay or shipping plus cost. Not going to be able to get to one anytime soon. Or, is there some way to order one? Later taters, got a lapful of six year old boy right now. -Friday, July 03, 2009 at 14:47:18 (MST) Jill Spacey - My heart goes out to you and your family as you deal with your daughter's health issues. I can't begin to imagine how you must feel. You are all in my prayers. Please keep us up to date. For all who are traveling this holiday weekend, be safe. I will be home alone for the entire weekend, beginning tonight. I've never been a big fan of fireworks, so I'll watch a ballgame, rent a video or do something exciting to entertain myself. Of course, I have my dog to keep me company, though she'll sit and stare at the door all weekend waiting for my hubby to come home. -Friday, July 03, 2009 at 10:23:07 (MST) Misses Dis The Hubster was sleeping in this morning and I tried but couldn't go back to sleep after Sammy the Cat woke us up at 5 so I went downstairs, made some coffee and sat down at the computer to listen to Spooner's reverbnation songs. Love 'Cabana Boy'. I thought Susie would be singing but found out she was talking. She has a great voice and of course, Jimmy's instrumentals are so expressive, they just PUT you where he wants you to go. Up to now my favorite was the one about 9/11. I kept thinking of movie titles when I was listening to the songs. If the guy ever gets a spare minute he might consider hiring someone to approach Hollywood about doing soundtracks for movies. I'll bet he could rack up some Oscars. I'm a fan of anyone who plays a keyboard well. My grandmother could listen to a song once and play it on her piano flawlessly. She never had formal training. She just somehow knew how to do that. Music is an important part of my life. Always has been. But there is something very special about Spooner's music. He just IS the best. Barkeep, too. How in the WORLD did the these gifted people ever come together? It must have been a miracle. The voices, the musical excellence, it's amazing that they found each other and saw the potential for greatness. It is so obvious to all of us,40 years later. But who recognised the potential? I have read Michael's book, Jimmy's book, and Chuck's book. They all tell the same story about meeting each other and the folks that introduced them, but it had to be like a brick falling on their heads that very first time it all came together and THE SOUND of what makes TDN, TDN was produced. After all these years I am still amazed when I listen to the music. The BUSINESS of music is one thing, the WOW is another entirely. I am priviledged to be someone who has seen them in concert. The first time Hubby saw them was 2002. He went wild. And you have to know the reserved, quiet, normally levelheaded guy I married to appreciate how surprised I was that he went nuts. He has never lost his love and appreciation for their music. He is a real fan. I just love that about him. Well, it's about time to get ready to go see the kids. I just had to say one more time, "TDN, Thank you for the music!" Love to All Swampsters. Have a great 4th! Rosalee -Friday, July 03, 2009 at 06:03:46 (MST) Ligress My best wishes for all for a safe and happy 4th of July. Enjoy! We hope to be watching the usual awesome fireworks display over the "Big Lake" in N.H., as we have the last few years with family. Blessings, Cindy -Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 19:50:44 (MST) Misses Dis Mad, I haven't been to the site in about 3 months. I need to get there again. My computer in the library of our house doesn't have sound for some reason. I'll have to borrow Hubby's computer to listen to it. Thanks for the update! I love Spooner's instrumentals but have not heard the voice overs. It'll be fun to listen to Suzie sing. I do have the Some Women CD. It's great! Good luck getting it. It took months. Everyone is always out of it. Spacey, you and your daughter are in my prayers. You all have a very nice 4th! We are headed to the kid's house in Texas and my mother-in-laws this weekend. It's going to be fun. Love to Everyone! Rosalee -Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 17:46:20 (MST) Spacey My daughter is now on a prescription that is reducing the pressure on her brain and some of her vison has returned and the constant headache is releived. However, the side effects are wicked and potassium related and that can caue a cardiac aryhtmia. One step at a time. We now have an appointment for her to have a spinal tap under a live x-ray. Howzit hangin? -Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 12:43:43 (MST) MAD4TDN Has anybody been to Spooner's site http://www.reverbnation.com/jimmygreenspoon to hear some of his newest songs? "Cabana Boy" really put me in a holiday mood ... Susie did a fantastic job on the voiceover. I usually instantly start choreographing his music in my mind ... I've done ballet, tap, jazz ... which he probably thinks I'm very weird. (I've arranged dance numbers to "Some Women" too, almost makes me wish I was still teaching because there's some great choreography for kids to their music.) Yep, I am pretty weird about music ... it all translates to dance for me. YES!!!!! The calendar is the coolest! I love all the special TDN dates that are marked on there and the pictures are delicious!!! The one with the American flag in the background is my personal favorite (Nope! Barbara didn't pay me to say that but she probably should!) -Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 09:50:45 (MST) Susan (Colorado) Greetings - Hugs for all who need them - and a special squeeze for the Barkeep,just because. It is July so I now have Pat Bautz' smiling face on my TDN calendar for the next 30 days. The calendars are very nice with awesome pics. Pick one up if you are going to a show. They go til July so there is still plenty of time to enjoy 12 mths of the guys. Happy 4th to all. Be safe, be happy, love and be loved. -Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 05:37:11 (MST) Andwa, again PamT: You don't fool me for a second! I've seen you scurry, remember? I don't think it was the rope holding you back, it was the sight of those big, burly security guys at either side of the stage. Next time you feel the urge, let me know and I'll run block for you. ;-) Watch out, Mikey! -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 21:59:56 (MST) JRWolfe RIP character actor Harve Presnell. Golden Globe winner,known for "Paint Your Wagon," "Unsinkable Molly Brown," "Fargo," ""Saving Private Ryan" and a number of other movies,plays and tv shows. As barkeep noted, actor Karl Malden also passed away today.Making it a threesome,singer Fayette Pinkey of the trio "The Three Degrees." Hits included "Maybe" and "Gee Baby." -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 19:36:27 (MST) Pam T. Andwa and Rob- I'm glad you consider Iowa a safe haven. Please come visit any time, but I must warn you, we do have our share of boneheads too. One thing is for certain, though, we Iowans do appreciate a Three Dog Night show! Was so nice of the Freedom Fest to provide a roped off area front and center for the fan club. Only negative, the rope did prevent me from leaping up onto the stage. :-) -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 19:15:21 (MST) Famous Rob God Bless Minnesota Please? We sure do need it with Franken in the Senate. Mr. Rubber Stamp for the liberals....Foul Mouth of the airways, mysogmist etc... Shame on those who voted for him, what next Howard Stern? If he owns any 3DN records they need to be taken away....Personally i think to many in my state are sniffing to much Frankensense..(sic) (That means, I know its mispelled...on purpose nyuk, nyuk) Luckily, I only live 6 miles from the Iowa border so escape from Minnesota could be fast in an emergency...Politics is enough to drive me nuts. We are building a 31 million dollar jail in our ocunty of 58,000 souls. Currenty 25 year old jail has been poo poed by the state. i guess they don't have cable tv in every cell. And education funding in our state sucks the 5th one. No wonder we need more jails. Barkeep, I lost most of my hearing in my right ear many years ago, and I am guessing from loud music or???. I have made the best of it...but I understand the drawbacks....Huh? I'm sorry could you say that again etc...I lay on my good ear at night when I sleep and I don't hear the Honeybear snore and I seldom wake myself up when I snore....I rattle windows lol...but I don't hear it... McLuhan was right, the medium is he message... Last thought of the day...I think some one needs to Break a "Glass teat" over Franken's head and hope for enlightment...Thank You Minnesota time to tune into "I survived a Japanese game show" premiering on ABC. Now that is quality programming, along with "Wipe out". TV America's Vast wasteland.. Which brings me to this. Anyone remember those quality motion picutres back in the day, "Groovetube and the sequel "Boobtube?" I saw Groovetube at a drive-in along with "Barbella" and they had a Daffy Duck cartoon too! Time for my Bloody Mary with one of the wife's hoemade dill pickles fora stir stick. Barkeep a round for everyone and send the bill to the new Senator from Minnesota's Office! If barkeep won't move to Minnesota and run againest Franken in 2014. I suggest we draft Louie Anderson. His ocntract in Vegas runs out that year and he will need a job... Andwa, I do want to see you in that "Poop Dog Shirt someday. Do it girl! Have a great day, Famous Rob, author of "Notes From the White House on the Prairie" and former publisher of The Lefse County Bugle...(Seriously!!!! Just another failed author) -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 18:21:44 (MST) OhDonna Spacey: Thank you for the hug, and right back to you my dear. Good that you pulled over to rest when you needed to. I continue to hold your daughter in my prayers, and your whole family for that matter. I've been rushing to get all my medical check-ups in, since we'll lose our insurance by the end of July unless my husband secures another full-time job by then. I was convinced that there was something in my left elbow/arm, but after looking at the X-rays the doctor said in what sounded like our governor Arnold's accent "It's not a tumor!" I don't think he was trying to be funny, but it was comic relief for me. (Turns out that I just need an elbow support to keep from bruising the bone, as it is surely one of the few parts of me that doesn't have enough padding!) I'll be on the road to see my sister tomorrow, so please everyone have a very happy and safe holiday weekend. Look for me waving tomorrow afternoon Mikey! Donna -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 17:26:54 (MST) Andwa, again I am not by any means a "political animal," but first there was Jesse and now Franken. Can't help but ask what in the wide, wide world a sports agoin' on here???? Barkeep: MN loves you, too! At least this Minnesotan does! Please don't think any less of us because of this crazy senate fiasco. MN is still a great place. It'll be interesting to see what the next few years bring. Stay tuned, folks! PamT: But just in case, got room in Iowa for one more person?? -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 15:27:01 (MST) Barkeep R.I.P. Carl Malden. Great actor. -M- -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 12:43:55 (MST) Barkeep SPACEY: A Pizza Joint? .... Hmmmmm, don't believe I've ever seen one o' dem. Sounds like a Cheech thang. Newspaper style. Hugs to you and your daughter. -M- -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 11:58:05 (MST) Ligress Hi all. Spacey, may I just echo Jill's sentiments, and add my best wishes as well, for your daughter and for you. I hope everyone enjoys a safe and meaningful "4th". All the best, Cindy -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 11:22:47 (MST) Jill (((Spacey))) Hang in there and never give up hope. Miracles can happen and I'm a strong believer in prayer. Jill -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 08:20:18 (MST) JRWolfe Barkeep...its always so sad to read about your hearing loss. Your "Some Women" CD gets lots of play around the house..except of course when my lady sneaks it out to dance to onstage at the strip club. Enjoy the visual I just gave you.. -Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 07:18:30 (MST) Spacey Michael, July 1 marks 3 years since I last saw you face to face. You must remedy this situation at your earliest convienice. I'm not getting nay younger, you know. Thank you to Jill and Donna and the other ladies who've shown their concern. The situation with my daughter is wretched at times, and she has lost more of her vision. I found myself falling asleep at the wheel of the car this morning and took at siesta behind a pizza joint. Slept for over an hour, soundly, with traffic buzzing by. Can you say 'stress'? ((((OH Donna)))) -Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 23:19:44 (MST) Northern Light Barkeep you have to be kidding us that you voted for "W" !!!! Twice ???? Franken wellllllllllllll I dunno. Here I go knocking a MN Senator and we have nothing to write home about what we got in Nevada. I say F&#K them all. Bunch of sex crased crooks out to line their own pockets and take care of themselves. I say Mikey for "Despot Dictator Ruler" !!!! Kim Mikey IL Nyuk. Let the revolution begin !!! Nyuk We now return you to the Michael Jackson Circus brought to you by Mikey America's favorite Dictator. Nyuk Nyuk Nyukity !!!!! NL (Norm) -Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 22:30:12 (MST) White Indian, Hi, Barkeep have you heard and seen the young man Quintin Sullivan sing and play Electric guitar on TV ! He's a wonder a real natural He is singing mostly Blues. I saw him for the first time today and was amazed. You , I am sure would really love hearing him. take care Lorna I may have his first name wrong ? -Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 20:41:11 (MST) Barkeep JR: After posting I then started to read some of the posts. Backwards logic as usual. To comment on your post: No, you are soooooo wrong. My hottest licks ARE playing guitar and schmoozing zee wimmens (to quote Tom White). Ser-ee-ass-lee. Thanks for the stroke. Me appreciates it. I'd love to do another, but the hearing loss really put me back.. To repeat: Thanks, JR. I can always depend on you. -M- -Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 19:31:30 (MST) Barkeep Franken in the Senate? Damn! I AM Deeeeepressed! Yeh, I voted for Obama this round ... even after being a two time "W" voter, but Franken?!!!! Oh God please. My respect for Minnesota just took a big hit ... and I LOVE Minnesota. -M- -Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 19:27:42 (MST) Famous Rob Franken in the Senate. HMMMM... WE NOW ENTER THE "new"HIGHER AGE OF BUFFOONIC POLITICS And then there are the Vikings, trying to get Farve.. This could be the year that hell freezes over... oh well, Play something sweet, play something mellow, play something I can my teeth into, play me some Brickyard BLUESSSSSSSSSSS. Can we get Barkeep to move to Minnseota and run for Senate in 2014? To all of you you sHould see the ditty Andwa sent me of Brett farve in a Viking uniform....a true hoot AND ANDWA, THANK YOU FOR THE MAIL, WOW GREAT PICS, THANKS TO SUE IN COLORADO FOR BEING SUCH A GREAT PHOTOG.... TO ALL OF YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY AND i LOVE THIS SWAMP -Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 16:04:47 (MST) Andwa, again Well, it's all over, folks. The almost 8-month long legal battle for the Minnesota Senate seat between Coleman and Franken is finally over. The court has decided in favor of Franken by just a few hundred votes, and Coleman conceded today. Hmmm. :-| -Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 15:04:07 (MST) JRWolfe barkeep is a very very good singe and a killer songwriter. .Bummer there was no followup to the "Some Women" CD. Yes.there is much more to his talent than playing excellent guitar and attracting the women. -Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 08:17:34 (MST) Steve Rob, you'll be shocked at just how good the Barkeep's voice is. He could easily be the "4th Dog". You have GOT to hear his CD. I got my copy back in 2001 and still enjoy the hell out of it. Gail, all those beers sound tasty. Mmmmm....beer. *hic* The Chief Cook And Bottle Washer -Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 07:28:23 (MST) Andwa, again Rob: You've got mail! -Monday, June 29, 2009 at 20:11:16 (MST) Famous Rob Andwa: Hey I am peddling food at the fair in St. Charles next week. Any chance you have any time off so I can get you some fun foods lol! You got any pickcs of Cedar rapids? By the way the Brett Farve pic was hillious to bad we can't get somethings like that up on the back bar of the swamp! I am bummed... we can't do Carlton show either, but i am holding out going to Oshkosh in August on the 20. I am going to lob Bratwurst at Barkeep! Beer who mentioned beer. A round of MGD barkeep! Say Barkeep Digger Hutton told me at Primm that you had this great booming bass voice... When we goona hear that? Also where the hell can I get a copy of Some Women CD! I am desparate to put my hands on one? My garden looks great/ Great tomatoes! Robbo -Monday, June 29, 2009 at 18:30:27 (MST) OhDonna Gail & Lorna: Thank you for the thoughts for the road trip! Actually, I will have my "back seat" driver along with me for the trip -- my mother! I drive her car because it's newer with much fewer miles, and she sits in the back and relaxes. (She does not drive freeways anymore.) It's like I'm her chauffeur. My mom will stay with another brother in Sacramento for the first couple of days, so that I can have a little time alone with my sister Linda. And then mom will join us on Saturday. Although Linda is tremendously sad at the loss of her husband, she is doing remarkably well under the circumstances and she is really looking forward to the visit -- as am I. Be well everyone, and have a safe Independence Day! Donna -Monday, June 29, 2009 at 17:47:12 (MST) Andwa, again ROB! There you are! Was getting vewy wowwied about your continued absence. Glad the twister missed you!!! I will not be going to Stewartville on the 4th as I have to work that day in order to get Aug 16 off to go see the guys perform in Carlton. Life's a trade off sometimes. Speaking of work, must get to it. Later! Andra (((Mike and his lovely lady))) -Monday, June 29, 2009 at 14:00:31 (MST) JOY4U Chef thirsty...coming right up. What will you have? Canadian Extra Old Stock(highly recommend,Miller Chill(awesome..beats Bud by far)Sierra Nevada Summer Fest(totally cool)and a few more...bars open! Gail -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 20:08:17 (MST) Steve Did somebody say BEER?? Chef Thirsty -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 19:45:40 (MST) JOY4U Oh... this BEER if good! Have lots... anyone want one? I'd be glad to share! Gail -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 18:41:04 (MST) JOY4U OK Dis...this calls for a round of BEER and chunky artichoke JalapeÒo dip Then I'm going to go and lay down! Cheers! Gail -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 18:39:12 (MST) Dis JOY, Just wait. In three days I'm going write 7 shows in 10 days with 7200 miles in between. -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 18:02:09 (MST) JOY4U Dis...I'm exhausting just reading those facts!Whew!!! I'm gonna go lay down. Gail -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 17:30:27 (MST) oops ! sorry Mis Dis, I meant Kind words lololo -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 17:22:31 (MST) White Indian, Oh my goodness another one, Billy Mays that did all those loud commercials for the cleaning products, he supposedly hit his head the day before on the airplane that had two front flats on the tires, landing. wow. He passed in his sleep, his wife said he didn't feel good when he went to bed. thanks Miss Dis, for your find words, any grandma with the means and love would have done the samething for Ashley, I had raised her all of her life along with her Mom, I had to prove to the courts in Ca. that her Dad was unfit and I did that in a month.lol and won her back. Forty thousand smack aroos later we came back to Tn. Glad that is well be hind us. She still has her crying spells for her Mom, but that is to be expected. I am sorry swampsters if you have heard this before, my memory is not very good. Hi Robbo and hunny Bear, Where's my funnel cake ??? Donna drive careful, and be safe. Lorna -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 17:18:43 (MST) Dis The boys are doing 8 shows in 13 nights with 7600 miles in between . . . that's got to be exhausting. -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 17:00:20 (MST) JOY4U Donna, I'll be heading up that way myself. Maybe we'll run into each other. Have a safe trip and my prayers are with you and your sister! Gail -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 15:55:54 (MST) Wowa Sammi-if you're out there....fire in the hole!!! -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 14:43:39 (MST) OhDonna I am preparing to drive to Sacramento / Placerville area to spend a few days with my sister Linda later on in the week, to give her some help and support. Michael ~~ I will do my usual wave as we drive past Modesto, whether you are home or not! If anyone is a fan of the HBO series "True Blood" -- one of my friends has a guest appearance on tonight's episode. Marcia DeRousse plays Dr. Ludwig ~ who is small in stature, but big in attitude ~ and she has no problem giving the vampires in town "what for." True Blood is one of my favorite shows -- well written, well cast, exciting and humorous -- but as in all HBO shows -- not for the easily offended. Hope everyone is having a nice weekend and staying cool. Donna -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 12:54:00 (MST) Famous Rob Well, been absent for a while.. we have about 12 straight days of pouring funnel cakes, making mini donuts and frying cheese curds, and in that all, so much has happened in the world and yet it never stops. Of course we did not get to go to Cedar Rapids show, but Que Sera Seera... peace to all and the tornado did miss usby about 7 miles. Thank God for that. Andwa, missed you at Rochesterfest!. Are ya coming to Sewartvile on the 4th? Look me up! Robbo and the Honeybear -Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 11:38:21 (MST) Misses Dis Lorna, I'm sorry I didn't catch in your message yesterday was especially hard for you as well. I know those 'anniversarys' of a loved one's passing are sad occasions. I prayed for you last night that God would give you strength and hope. Ashley is lucky you were strong and brave enough to fight for her and be there for her in place of her mom. Things could have turned out very differently for her. You are a remarkable woman. Rosalee -Saturday, June 27, 2009 at 09:02:21 (MST) OhDonna Jill, Rosalee & Lorna: Thank you very much for the kind words and prayers for our family. My sister Linda's prayer was that Richard's transition would be peaceful and beautiful, and I am happy that her wish came true. Richard had been suffering a lot the past few months, so this is a blessing for him. Nancy: I suspect that I am the friend you mentioned in your post, so thank you my dear. There are quite a few others who don't post here often any more, but who sent me private messages. Thank you all for your prayers and support during this time. I very much appreciate it, and will respond privately when I am able to. Blessings and peace, Donna -Friday, June 26, 2009 at 19:51:30 (MST) White Indian, OhDonna, I am sorry to hear of your loss, your sister for sure will need all the love and support I am sure. Nancy sorry to hear of your friends loss too. Boy oh Boy dear Lord that's enough already !!! for a while anyway......I guess we all have our turn someday, just not to soon ! please, Lorna -Friday, June 26, 2009 at 14:43:53 (MST) Jill Spacey - I'm sorry to hear of your daughter's situation. I hope you get better news when they investigate further. I'll add her to my prayers. Donna & Nancy - So sorry to hear of your family and friend losses. It's hard to lose anyone you are close to or see others you know suffering. Rest in peace to Ed McMahon, beautiful and talented Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson, the most talented performer of our time. I wish I had been able to see him perform in person just once. -Friday, June 26, 2009 at 12:34:04 (MST) Misses Dis OhDonna, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family right now. Just remember he is at peace. I hope when my day comes that I too am surrounded by a loving family and go with God's grace. When that time comes, that is the way it should be. Spacey, our thoughts and prayers are with you, too. I know how worried you all must be. Please keep us posted. Rosalee -Friday, June 26, 2009 at 06:11:51 (MST) Northern Light I think it's safe to says that this week in entertainment was not a good one. First Ed McManhon, The best sidekick you could have. Farrah well how can your heart not go out to her. I will miss you Angel. As for MJ well I think it's best to leave things unsaid. It's kinda creepy because twice this week I learned of a second cousin passing but he died two years ago. Seems some of my distant family forgot to tell me along with a passing again over a year ago of a dear old friend that I lost track of. I am very sorry to see some of the Swampsters have had loved ones depart. My heart goes out to you all. Hi Dis in light of the vibe of the day I will touch base with you later. When I get the time I got to find the big copper kettle and get a batch of "Hooch" brewing. Hang in there everyone. This too will pass. NL (Norm) -Friday, June 26, 2009 at 01:32:43 (MST) Spacey We got teh bad news today that our daughter's vision loss is worse, and might be permanent. We've had to keep quiet becaue today was our younger daughter's graduation and banquet. Tommorrow, it's off into Vancouver for some major medical investigating. -Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 23:36:24 (MST) OhDonna And rest in peace, my sweet brother-in-law Richard who slipped peacefully into the Heavenly Realm this afternoon. After nearly 2 years of dealing stoically with cancer, Richard passed quietly in my sister Linda's arms as she was saying prayers over him. May this gentle giant of a man soar into the next realm, and enjoy the new spiritual adventures that await him. Donna -Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 20:06:23 (MST) White Indian, Hi swampsters ! I have to tell you all a little story that happened today, I was busy mowing the lawn and doing errands and didn't hear that Farrah F. had passed away, after her amazing struggle to live. Then my daughter Glenda texted me from her work and said Mom Micheal Jackson had died, I texted her back and said well they both passed on our Angels fourth Anniversary today, June 25, 2005 her beautiful sister, Apryl died. I use to be so upset that Glenda was inlove with M J in the eighties, I thought for sure she wanted to marry him when she was twelve. Well when I texted her it had happened on Apryls passing anniversary, Glenda texted me back and said ya , she always stoled all my boyfriends, so thru all the sorrow of all the loses lately and the past, we had a little laughter !! Ya all have a drink on me , Barkeep set everyone a round on me. Lorna -Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 19:33:58 (MST) Soaring Nancy ANDWA 3 celebrities passing on this week and a relative of a dear friend; I too had the thought "what is going on?" ((((MADONNA)))) thanks to you and Barb for all your work on the newsletter and to Danny, Cory, Michael, Jimmy, Paul, and Pat for the things they submitted for the newsletter. I love it when they have something personal in there. Totally cool. Soaring Nancy -Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 18:32:37 (MST) Andwa, again Michael Jackson also apparently passed away today. Just saw a news flash but have no details. Will have to keep checking back. What is going on today???? I certainly hope all of you swamp folk are okay!!!!!! -Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 15:36:43 (MST) JRWolfe RIP..Michael Jackson -Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 15:01:53 (MST) Dis Norm, I'm doomed. Stopped smoking years ago! Dis -Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 14:04:22 (MST) Andwa, again RIP Farrah. You fought the good fight, now it's time to rest. -Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 13:42:29 (MST) JRWolfe RIP: SkySaxon, lead singer of The Seeds.. biggest hit "Pushin' Too Hard " -Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 10:30:49 (MST) JRWolfe RIP Farah Fawcett -Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 10:01:07 (MST) Northern Light This is a true story. Late last week the oldest man passed away in Japan. A gentleman now living in England takes his place. The man who is 113 years old was asked what does he do to live to such a ripe old age. His responds was Drink Whiskey and lots of it, smoke and Wild Women. Nyuk so there you have it. Message to Mikey !!!! Can you pick me up two PO Boys. I would like then dressed. Ya gotta love them PO Boys. NL (Norm) -Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at 22:24:14 (MST) Andwa, again Happy birthday, Rande!!! Hope you had fun! Sorry I missed the actual day (which was yesterday, June 23). My bad! (Actually, I did try, but the @#$% code wouldn't let me into the swamp.) :-/ G'night all! Andra -Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 22:48:54 (MST) OhDonna Happy (belated) Father's Day to all the Dads here! Hope it was a great day and your kids treated you well! Nancy: Received your package -- thank you very much! Maria: I'm looking forward to seeing you on July 4th and/or July 11th for our class reunion party. Doesn't it seem like we just had one?! Donna -Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 18:24:59 (MST) Pam T. Barkeep: Hope you've cooled down by now. So sorry the handsome purple outfit wasn't the most weather appropriate, but you did look very sharp! I was so relieved to see you looking well after the show. I was wondering if you saw the fireworks display following the concert? Don't recall the first song that was played during the fireworks (one by America?), but the second was Joy to the World. I thought it was a pretty cool display. (((Michael))) It was darn good to see you and your band buddies again. -Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 17:34:36 (MST) JRWolfe RIP:Ed McMahon -Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 06:10:06 (MST) Andwa, again Popping in quickly to pass along this info. http://www.blackbearcasinoresort.com/ottercreekmain.html According to the web site, the tickets go on sale tomorrow!!! Madonna, can you work your magic again and get us a roped-off area????????? Type to you later. Lots of work to do, so can't hang out. Bye. Andra Barkeep: You've got mail! -Monday, June 22, 2009 at 17:16:20 (MST) White Indian, Pam T. Your Welcome !!! Glad to hear you all had an amazing time !! Wish we could have been there. Next time hopefully, Lorna -Monday, June 22, 2009 at 09:21:40 (MST) Di The most amazing video I've seen in a long time.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjbpwlqp5Qw Viva the Voices!! Happy Father's Day to all the Dads. Hope you had a great one guys. :) -Sunday, June 21, 2009 at 17:49:08 (MST) td ooops..I did not writ that address...something is going on. I had to type in the post 5 times because it woould not take. The CORRECT addressis tdprof@ hotmail -Sunday, June 21, 2009 at 14:08:41 (MST) TD Pam, Will you e-mail me, I lost your e-mail. td@tdprof@ hotmail -Sunday, June 21, 2009 at 13:39:27 (MST) Pam T. Just back from Cedar Rapids and the Freedom Fest concert and Meet and Greet...WHOA!!!...That may have been the "craziest party there could ever be!" So many entertaining/funny/ironic things! We had Cory eating and "passing" bugs, guitarists grabbing tushes, cymbals flying, Danny Hutton karaoke singing at a wedding party, and Michael looking HOT in purple (I mean that literally and figuratively!) To top it off, our friend Jack, who was a lucky recipient of tickets from Lorna (THANK YOU!), caught the POOP DOG hat. And it gets even better. Once we had it autographed by all of Three Dog Night, he gave it to me! I don't think this smile will be leaving my face for quite some time. Thanks TDN and Mr. T.'s harem for your contributions to a wonderful weekend. -Sunday, June 21, 2009 at 11:33:24 (MST) Andwa, again Leaving work early so I can hopefully get on the road to Iowa early tomorrow. Glad the rain has stopped, but it's going to be a steamy day (and I don't mean just because of the hot guys in the band, either)! See you there! Whoo-hoo!! Andra (((TDN))) -Friday, June 19, 2009 at 21:22:41 (MST) Dis Our little dove is doing just fine. The Misses went gambling with her sister yesterday evening so I decided to sit on the patio. Our dove flew down to the bird seed that was on the patio 15 feet from me. We had just "upgraded" our bird seed so there were lots of sunflower seeds and nuts but hardly any of the small white things (cracked corn and millet?) that she likes, but she spent 15 minutes there pecking at her favorites. Then there was a lull. I talked to her and invited her over. With little hesitation she walked around a little flowerbed and to within 18 inches of me. I put my empty hand in front of her and she pecked at it and softly "mewed". I think if I had some of that cheap bird seed for her she would have sat in my hand, but I didn't. She stayed there on the wicker furniture with me for about 20 minutes and then flew off . . . 50 yards in 3 seconds, gaining 25 feet . . . I'd say she's doing OK. We will be looking for her this evening. We bought some cheap bird seed today. Dis -Friday, June 19, 2009 at 14:48:01 (MST) Pam T. (((Rob and Cindy)))Hope you're OK. Appears Austin took a serious tornado hit last night. We've been experiencing some stormy, unsettled weather recently, but Saturday still looks good for Cedar Rapids. We are well into baseball/softball this summer. With three kids playing, I have developed my annual case of bleacher butt and lower back. This year I have a friend announcing and playing the tunes for the softball team. He is always so thoughtful and plays Joy to the World for me. What makes it even more fun is to watch all ages start singing along with the chorus. Makes me proud! -Thursday, June 18, 2009 at 21:39:27 (MST) Donnie Coyote Michael I went to a tdn show in Primm then a week later went to see Chuck negron in Vegas both shows were great but missing the others parts my girlfriend and i agree that there should be one more gig for all of 3 part harmony Now I know that issues exist between all parties concerned however I believe an opportunity exists on Sept 6th in Vegas for a genuine coming together of the tribe why not let all things material and ego go and give us a magical night open up the time capsule one more time maybe Floyd and Chuck could show up or play last set with you guys Chucks got no gigs thst night according to his tour sched. it doesnt need to be anything more than a gathering of friends no management need be involved I would dig it so would all your fans and no better place to do it I wrote your site because you seem to be an ambassador of sorts you know if it could happen I also wrote Chucks site about just playing music that one night with you all anyway wishful thinking on my part and a lot of fans part I think it would be awsome for all you guys as well you guys are still great thanks for letting me babble keep jamming Donnie -Thursday, June 18, 2009 at 10:40:38 (MST) Andwa, again Hey, Rob!!! You still with us??? Heard there was some tornado activity down your way! You and the Honey Bear safe and sound? -Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at 18:32:33 (MST) OhDonna "We love LA!" The celebration for our Los Angeles Lakers is going on ~~ so I just had to give a quick shout out! My daughter Heather is part of the crowd at the Coliseum today enjoying the festivities. Hope all are doing well in Michael's Swampland. Donna -Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at 14:12:34 (MST) Andwa, again Rob: Dang! Ah well. Guess I'll see you at Rochesterfest, then. Just checked the weather forcast for Cedar Rapids. Looks like a 40% to 50% chance of rain or storms for the rest of the week. We're not going to have a reenactment of last year, are we?????? -Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 15:17:45 (MST) Dis Barkeep, Every once in a while I catch myself singing "Oh he never returned, oh he never returned, and his fate is still unlearned . . . POOR OLE CHARLIE . . . he is lost forever 'neath the streets of Boston . . . he's the man who never returned" . . . and my child bride looks at me and says "what?" Dis -Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 14:27:40 (MST) Barkeep JR: Yes, indeed. You can add me to that list of those he inspired. The very first live performance I ever did (at a Roosevelt Junior High School assembly) we played "Walk Don't Run" by the Ventures, and "Charlie and the MTA" by the Kingston Trio. My respects to Bob's family. -Michael- -Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 14:02:32 (MST) JRWolfe RIP..Bob Bogle of the Ventures. Nice to see that he did live to be inducted into the RNRHOF. As lead guitarist for the Ventures he inspired many to plug in."walk,Don't Run" and the "Theme from Hawaii 5o" are among his many hits.The Ventures recorded over 50 lps. Barkeep..was he an influence on you ? -Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 11:29:27 (MST) Dis Pam T I guess I've had a partial answer for six months now and didn't know it. We were afforded a very quick photo op with the band following the Vonore, Tennessee show in October. I took the opportunity to ask Paul what were the lyrics he sings at the end of Family of Man. Well, he gave me the alternative version. I thought to myself "this doesn't make sense" and figured it must have been some sort of secret. Oh well, there you have it. Also, for everyone, I checked into the shows at the Aztar Casino in Evansville, Indiana on August 7 and 8. Tickets are $35 if you join their players club and $40 if not. There are some reserved seats for high rollers but it is first come first served for the rest . . . showtime is 8:30. There is some small chance we'll make it. Anyone going should check out the little town of New Harmony about 30 miles west. We'll definitely be in Tyler. Dis -Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 09:08:10 (MST) Di Rob - just an FYI - the November show in MO is a PRIVATE show for the MO Medical / Hospital Association. If you're a member, congrats. If not, wanna hang out at the backstage door with me? Heheh. Good to see Spacey and the Chef popping in again. OH, and the Bwakeep too, but of course! Be well, ya'll :) -Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 02:19:04 (MST) Northern Light Lead me not to temptation. I will find it myself !!!!! Nyuk Gee been a while since I posted. Keri's Mom had a spell which had us worried for a time but she is well on the mend for 87 years. With flying between home and Nashville for Keri's Mom plus work work work Norm is a very tired boy. Robbo will do just fine at the wheel. Hey Robbo !!!! Well kids just popped in to say hello and hope all is well with you. What's this Mikey and a purple shirt ??? Are we going to be calling him Prince? Nyuk nyukity nyuk NL (Norm) -Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 01:53:55 (MST) Pam T. Rob- I wondered if we'd see you and the H.B. in C.R. You need to become a Freedom Fest vendor for the weekend. I would definitely buy a funnel cake from you! I really enjoyed this issue of Dog Bytes too! They're always a pleasure to read. I have wondered too what Paul was singing in Family of Man- hope we'll get the "alternate" lyrics this weekend! I'll be listening carefully. At this point, sunny and a high in the mid 80's forecasted for Saturday. Should be very comfortable for those wearing purple shirts! -Monday, June 15, 2009 at 20:57:45 (MST) Famous Rob (((((Madonna))))) ((((Barb)))) Awesome awesome newsletter. I should have a sent you this picture Honeybear took of Michel laughing at my Spam shirt! OH well it made the newletter any how lol! Just been busy...Sad to say we can't be at Cedar Rapids...I am working hard this time of year so....even though it's in my back yard... Gotta miss it DARN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Need to earn a buck.. To all of you going to Iowa ...scream for Cindy and I...I think we just may have to make a trip to Tyler, TX in October....Missouri in November and maybe Oshkosh in August. Honeybear and I met at UW-Oshkosh back in the year of our Three Dog Night 1968! Michael...We have new Bratwurst discovery...super! Pineapple Bratwurst... Mainlining those puppies and we have removed all the cholesterol.... Boil em in cheap beer.(Bullfrog beer, formerly made in Chicago what esle. Joy to All of you! -Monday, June 15, 2009 at 17:48:51 (MST) Misses Dis OOPS! Dis reminded me that I ALWAYS spell Cory wrong. My apologies to Mr. Wells. Really, I don't know what is wrong with me sometimes. MD -Monday, June 15, 2009 at 15:33:38 (MST) MAD4TDN Thanks, MD! Yep, there are 48 photos in this issue, so please allow a few extra minutes for it to open -- and that's a good reminder to definitely upgrade Adobe if you haven't in awhile. Makes all the difference in the world! -Monday, June 15, 2009 at 12:35:49 (MST) Misses Dis Mad, Wow! LOVE the newsletter! Great photos. It was interesting to Dis and I that Corey's cat, Murphy is a twin to our Sadie. Too funny. Can't wait to get the calendar. You and Barb did a great job, as usual. We had a hard time getting it to pull up. It was odd. I updated our Adobe, though and then it worked. If anyone else is having the same experience, there is a free Adobe update online. Okay, gotta get busy. MD -Monday, June 15, 2009 at 11:20:33 (MST) Misses Dis The Chef is back! Hey! Where ya been? My timing stinks, though. I can't eat anything until Thursday morning. :( It's good to have you back, anyway. And you are right, it was good to hear from Spacey and the Barkeep. Let's plan a party soon. MD PS Baby dove is doing fine. She was on our cable wire last night. Didn't visit us, just watched us for a while. -Monday, June 15, 2009 at 08:00:49 (MST) Steve Hmmm...Spacey yelling "SEX!!"...and the Barkeep back in attendance in his usual fine form. Now this is more like it. I was wonderin' where the party went to. The Absent(minded more than anything else) Chef -Monday, June 15, 2009 at 07:40:41 (MST) Spacey Hey Barkeep, you remember how it was with kids in the house? On your mark get set, go? Now we just leave out doggie biscuts adn throw a fetchie toy and hit the bed running. -Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 18:06:46 (MST) Misses Dis (((Michael and Friends))), (Been a long time since we had a group hug!) Dis and I have always had bird feeders and have even tried to rescue baby squirrels before when they fell out of our trees after a storm. Funny thing is, we thought she'd be flying like a bat out of 'you know where', once the cage door was open. This morning at about 5:30 I collected the cage from the guest bath and took her outside. She quietly walked out of the cage onto my hand. I tried to put her in a tree but she didn't want to go. I carried her back to the patio furniture to feed her on my lap and thought maybe after breakfast she would want down. Nope. Finally after about an hour I picked her up and set her on the brick fence in the backyard with some food and water. Dis and I walked around the yard watching over her and went back to her in about 5 mintues. She was still there, watching me. I talked to her for a few minutes and went inside. She flew away then. Amazing. She can fly and eat just like a regular bird. We haven't seen her since she flew away. She just took a liking to us. Like I said, nothing like this has ever happened to us. We will be outside tonight to see if she comes back. Life hasn't been all that kind to me lately. But I take my knocks and enjoy life despite them, like most people. Several of my friends have said it's a dove, so it's a sign from God that all is going to be okay. I like that. Wish we were going to be with you guys that are attending the concert in Iowa Saturday but I have minor surgery-VERY minor, on Tuesday so a Thursday and Friday road trip for Saturday's concert and Meet and Greet is just not in the cards. Disappointing to say the least. We have missed the last several concerts and haven't attended a 'Meet and Greet' since Lenoir, TN. :( I'm going through TDN withdrawal. Need to catch a concert soon. (When you all see Spooner, give him a hug from me. And Barkeep, you know there's one for you too!) Truly, the band members and their music have given us so much joy over the years it's hard to explain. The road trips we take to the concerts, the anticipation, the actual concert itself, and then the 'afterglow' and hearing other's reaction, these are wonderful additions to our lives. Another great part of all of this are the Fan Club members and Madonna and Susan, especially. The evening we spent with Susan and Joel at their ranch in Colorado is something we still talk about a lot. She and Joel opened their home to us. It was really memorable. Michael, once again, thank you so much for the hard work and dedication you put into the concerts. It's a joy to see you perform. BTW, Baby Lily has arrived! She weighed 7 pounds and 5 ounces, and measured a stellar 21 inches long. She has a full head of brown hair, just like me when I was born. She is fine. So is Sarah. Chris is a mess, though! (Ha!) Take care and God bless. MD -Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 16:36:15 (MST) Barkeep again Spacey: No 4 play? I know. Why change now. Nyuk. -M- -Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 13:54:46 (MST) Barkeep Misses Dis: An amazing witto stowy 'bout de boid ... er, dove. Wild birds just don't do that. You may have saved it's life. Hopefully it will make it through the next few days in one of your trees. -M- -Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 13:52:35 (MST) Spacey SEX!!!!! -Saturday, June 13, 2009 at 22:21:58 (MST) Pam T. Barkeep- Thank you! Looking forward to seeing you and your snazzy duds in a week. We'll be in the "nose hair" section. -Saturday, June 13, 2009 at 19:57:54 (MST) Misses Dis The COOLEST thing just happened! Our youngest came for dinner and afterwards the Dis and he and I were on the back patio relaxing, talking, and watching the birds at the feeders. One of them, a little dove, flew nearby. I started to coo at her and talke quietly to her. She got closer and closer. In the span of about 20 minutes she went from about 7 feet away to sitting on my hand. Yep, a wild bird! She continued to sit there for over an hour. She started to make baby noises so we got her some food and she ate out of my hand, then went to my shoulders, back, and head looking for a place to rest. It got dark and we got worried about her spending the night in the 'wild' of our backyard so Dis got a cat carrier, some food and water and the kid got some grass and we put her inside the downstairs guest bath for the night. I checked on her a few minutes ago and all is quiet. I think she's asleep. We'll let her go in one of our trees in the morning when we wake up. It's the single most amazing thing that has ever happened to any of us with 'wildlife'. Yes, Dis took lots of pictures so those of you who are on the list will have some to look at in the morning. I am so excited it's going to be hard to sleep tonight. Just thought I'd share that with you all. G'night! Take care and God bless. MD -Saturday, June 13, 2009 at 19:57:27 (MST) Barkeep Pam: Garsh, I'm so susceptible to the well placed compliment (wind up the bee-hind) ... I can only say ... YES. I'll do it! -Mikey- -Saturday, June 13, 2009 at 19:37:44 (MST) Pam T. Nice pictures from Fargo! Just hope we won't have to wear our hats and mittens in Cedar Rapids. Barkeep- Really liked the purple shirt you wore in Fargo. Any chance you could wear that one whilst performing in Iowa next weekend? I would even take your picture:-) -Friday, June 12, 2009 at 18:22:04 (MST) Andwa, again Glad you guys enjoyed the links. Good pix, eh? Madonna: Cedar Rapids! Whoo-hoo! I'll be there. What about Blue Ash? Anything to report on that venue? Gotta get to work. Type to youse guys later. Andra -Friday, June 12, 2009 at 13:50:30 (MST) MAD4TDN About a 100 people responded, which was enough to get a good idea about attendance ... the survey named about a dozen venues being considered for Meet & Greets and I compiled a poll of the number planning to be at each venue. I guess I'm kind of grateful you guys didn't respond because I didn't realize what a commitment of time the poll was going to cost me. -Friday, June 12, 2009 at 13:25:14 (MST) Pam T. I must have missed the M&G survey too! I can't believe we get to do it in Cedar Rapids! Thank you so much Madonna and all the guys. Oh, happy, happy, joy, joy!!! -Friday, June 12, 2009 at 12:07:35 (MST) JRWolfe There was a M&G survey ?? Have zero plans to travel this summer ,but put me on the list,especially for anything Colorado. Nice subtle hint to the band members to get their stuff in for the next newsletter. will there be an update on the new CD ? Said it before,will underline it again. any new music from the dogs as a group ,solo or side project band,is appreciated. -Friday, June 12, 2009 at 08:33:49 (MST) MAD4TDN We got approval for the next fan club Meet & Greet ... it will be in Cedar Rapids, IA on Saturday, June 20th. YIPPEEEEEE!!! If you responded to the M&G survey sent that you planned to be at the Cedar Rapids venue, you are already on the list. If you didn't respond to the M&G survey, you are NOT on the list, and need to contact the fan club before next Thursday when I'll be heading up there. Looking forward to seeing everyone! -Friday, June 12, 2009 at 08:23:13 (MST) MAD4TDN Clarification ... Newsletter is completed for any additional reviews in this issue, but we DO have a couple of holes we're holding for stuff coming from da band guys. -Thursday, June 11, 2009 at 08:39:04 (MST) MAD4TDN Wow, Andra that was an awesome link ... great photos and review! Wish we could use them in the newsletter, but they're copyrighted. Did anybody there get pictures? No rush sending ... his issue we're finishing up is done ... but I'm always thinking ahead to the next one! -Thursday, June 11, 2009 at 08:35:21 (MST) Susan (Colorado) Greetings - Thanks for posting those links, Andwa. Great review- always nice to read those kinds of comments,isn't it? And, wasn't it great fun being there?? It was great seeing you too. Barkeep - you are just so darn cute! Let's do it again - Cedar Rapids, here we come!!! Hugs and prayers for all who need them -actually, don't we all? Peace, Susan -Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at 22:17:09 (MST) Andwa, again Here are some web sites regarding the Fargo show: http://www.flickr.com/photos/melodicrockconcerts/sets/72157619327199089/ http://melodicrockconcerts.com/ You'll have to scroll down a bit at the second site. Enjoy! -Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at 17:03:11 (MST) Andwa, again Mike: That's cool. I really didn't expect you to show up, so no worries. I had a great salad and iced tea and got several pages read in my latest Tom Clancey book. PamT: Brakeep was wearing purple and black. Looked nice under the lights! Must get to work. Hugs to all! Andra -Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at 13:56:16 (MST) white indian MaDonna, thanks for all the hard work you and Barbara put out for the newsletter, I know I sure enjoy reading it. Sorry about the three post lolol, it kept telling me to put in a new code, lol I really wasn't drinking white russians, promise, lol have a good evening swampsters ! Lorna -Tuesday, June 09, 2009 at 17:00:53 (MST) MAD4TDN Barbara and I worked on the newsletter all last weekend and there's going to be some cool pictures submitted by the guys in this issue ... I think you're gonna love this -- We sure did! Fun stuff! We should finish up next weekend. Something to look forward to always helps me get through the week. -Tuesday, June 09, 2009 at 15:19:36 (MST) White Indian Pam T. I received your email, your tickets are on the way, I just got back from the Post Office. Have a wonderful time and kiss the dogs for me. lol Lorna Iam having trouble with the code, hope this doesn't duplicate !! sorry if it does ! lol -Monday, June 08, 2009 at 20:04:53 (MST) White Indian Pam T. I received your email, your tickets are on the way, I just got back from the Post Office. Have a wonderful time and kiss the dogs for me. lol Lorna -Monday, June 08, 2009 at 20:03:50 (MST) White Indian Pam T. I received your email, your tickets are on the way, I just got back from the Post Office. Have a wonderful time and kiss the dogs for me. lol Lorna -Monday, June 08, 2009 at 20:03:32 (MST) Pam T. Lorna- A received a message that my second message was also delayed, so I just sent another to you. Hope this one works! -Monday, June 08, 2009 at 16:46:44 (MST) White Indian Pam I haven't received a email from you yet, I wonder what is up with my comp. I have received others ?? Here is my email address again. lornajune60@comcast.net maybe it will work this time. Hi Rosalee, glad you made it home safely, I haven't emailed you lately, because I know you were traveling and didn't want to take up your time emailing. lol Can't wait to see your pictures. Did you find something you liked on the coast ?? any interesting prospects ? Love ya Lorna -Monday, June 08, 2009 at 06:48:49 (MST) Misses Dis OOPS! Should have read "lowering the maximum amount of coolant". Like I said before, I need to proofread these better. This time I've got traveling by car 3500+ miles in 9 days as an excuse. MD -Sunday, June 07, 2009 at 19:00:36 (MST) Misses Dis We arrived back home in Tulsa today. We cut our trip short a few days. We are 'road weary'. We even skipped the TDN Chattanooga concert, a very unusual thing for us. I hope everyone had a great time in Fargo, despite the weather. The Hubster is outside weeding the flower beds. I wasn't so smart and tackled our butterfly garden at 3 this afternoon. I had to take a 2 hour nap after my much needed shower. Working outside in 90 degree weather just drains me. Of course, sleeping in hotel rooms for 9 days doesn't do much for your energy level either. (WARNING! I'm up on my "Soapbox" for the next paragraph. ) You know, used to be you could go to a hotel, turn on the air, and a few minutes later you were freezing. We had some 50 degree weather at night and couldn't get the hotel room temperatures below 75. I mean, this is in the SOUTH, Folks. We NEED good air conditioning in the summer months here. We were cold walking into the hotel, and had the air blasting all night and were sweating. Crazy. Not sure why that was. Dis says they have cut back on their air conditioning costs by raising the maximum level of coolant that will go through the unit. Perhaps. I know one thing, we are not taking another trip to the South in the Summer until they figure out how to air condition a hotel room. Next trip is in August/September to Banff and the Glacier National Parks, both Canadian and United States. Betcha I can get a hotel room there that is cool at night. The bad thing is that you can't even open a window.If they aren't going to provide you with adequate air, they should at least give you something besides a glass wall. UGH! (Okay, thanks for letting me vent. If anyone has experienced the same thing lately, let me know. I was thinking it was just me getting the middle aged woman, thing but even Dis noticed it.) A good time was had by all and for those of you on the 'photo list', I have some for you. There will be fewer than I usually take but some really good wildlife and flower ones. Those baby bear photos and the ones of the fawn that was too young to run are really special. I also got some good songbird shots and of course, some really great mountain pictures. The mist actually made them more interesting. I was suprized. If you want to be on the 'photo list', just send me your address to rosalee2662@aol.com. I'll be glad to share. Lorna, you need to write to me, Girlfriend and let me know how you are doing. I haven't heard from you in a while. Okay, I need to go see if Dis is still upright. He's been out there a long time and it's getting dark. Barkeep, a Southern comfort on ice, please. I want to sit back and relive the last several days with a sweet, cool drink of the Ole South. Mmmm........ Ahhhh.......... Take care and God bless, All. MD -Sunday, June 07, 2009 at 18:56:59 (MST) Famous Rob Michael, Andwa, etal, wow it was cold in Fargo I hear. I was about 100 miles south and bit west in Huron SD peddlling funnel Cakes, cheese curds and Brats, wow did we freeze our cans off there...38 degrees, and rain, I did hear north of Fargo somewhere it snowed. Wow and to think 2 weeks ago a bunch of us saw the guys out in Primm where it was 95 degree. Sheez. Michael it's hell playing and keeping the finger working when its cold eh? At Huron, they moved the bands that they were performing inside off the outside stage. We didn't make any money and packed up and went home last night as no one showed up for the festival on Saturday. 300 miles in the rain. We ahve the furnace on here in Austin, Mn and it's June 7th. Laslty , I want to wish my honey bear Cidny Happy Anniversary 38 years on last Friday. The love of my life Robbo -Sunday, June 07, 2009 at 18:53:29 (MST) Pam T. Lorna: I sent my address info. last night, but I received a message saying the delivery was delayed. I sent another just now. Hopefully you'll receive one or the other soon! Thank you so much kind lady. Andwa: I heard on the weather channel there were reports of snow in North Dakota on Friday into Saturday! Ha! -Sunday, June 07, 2009 at 18:31:05 (MST) White Indian, Hi Andwas, I am glad you had a great time and sorry it was so cold ! Have a safe trip home Pam T. I emailed you, yes I have two tickets you are more than welcome too ! Just send me your address. Later guy's. Lorna -Saturday, June 06, 2009 at 17:54:17 (MST) White Indian, Hi Andwas, I am glad you had a great time and sorry it was so cold ! Have a safe trip home Pam T. I emailed you, yes I have two tickets you are more than welcome too ! Just send me your address. Later guy's. Lorna -Saturday, June 06, 2009 at 17:53:54 (MST) Barkeep Andwa: Turns out the Appleby's you made reference to was not in the vicinity of where our hotel was. I misunderstood. We were at the Radisson downtown Fargo. -M- -Saturday, June 06, 2009 at 13:03:59 (MST) Andwa, again No, Mike didn't show. Their hotel was downtown and Applebee's isn't. Ah, well. Another time. The show was great as always. But, DAYUM, it was COLD! The band was in top form despite the difficult conditions. I would'n't have been too surprised to see it start to snow it was that cold! And windy! Geez! Poor Liz was shivering she was so frozen! The guys had a small heater on stage just in front of Pat's drums, and Danny kept going over and warming his buns. They had batteries taped together that they would hold to warm their hands. How clever! Never would've thought of that. We didn't get Tenderness or Eli but we did get all the usual hits that we all love, and, yes, we did get Heart of Blues. Yahoo!! Have to admit, tho, that I missed not hearing Overground. Sigh. There were lots of people there who had never seen the band perform before. by watching them, I'd have to say they all had a great time. But then, we knew that they would. :-) I was able to meet up with Susan and Liz a couple of hours before the show, and we got to sit and talk and have some good laughs. What fun they are! And classy "dames" to boot. Thanks for letting me tag along, gals! I got to meet Tom for the first time, too. Nice guy! He came over and talked for a bit before the show. Afterwards, we went over the the hotel the guys were staying at and Pat and Paul came out to the bar and hung around and chatted. We had a good time with them. Such fun! But as with all good things, it came to an end much too soon. But we get to take back some great memories of a great show by some great musicians who just happen to be great people as well. Despite the discomfort and the long drive, it was well worth it! As always. It's almost 1:00 in the morning, I'm tired, and I've got a relatively long drive home tomorrow. So until next time boys and girls, have a good night and we'll all gather at Cedar Rapids in a couple of weeks! What fun that will be! Bye for now. Andra PS ((((((((((Mike))))))))))) -Friday, June 05, 2009 at 23:58:18 (MST) Pam T. Lorna- Do you still have Freedom Fest tickets available? We have some friends who are interested in them. My e-mail address is pamteck628@hotmail.com- could you let me know? Thanks! Well, Andwa, inquiring people want to know...Did the Barkeep show up at 1:00? And while you're at it, how was the show? What color did Michael wear?, did you catch another poop dog hat?, and did you hear Heart of Blues? -Friday, June 05, 2009 at 19:43:13 (MST) OhDonna Michael: Good ~~ I'm so glad you received the program. It was my pleasure to send one to you. I think it's pretty cool that our daughters attended the same college at the same time and graduated together (sort of). Donna -Friday, June 05, 2009 at 17:46:11 (MST) Andwa, again Mike: I'll be heading over to Applebee's at 1:00. Buy you lunch if I see you. -Friday, June 05, 2009 at 10:09:50 (MST) Jill Who the heck was that??? I could have sworn I saw the barkeep, but it must have been an illusion. -Friday, June 05, 2009 at 10:04:08 (MST) Barkeep OHDonna: Si, I did check my P.O. Box and, indeed there was the commencement book from Cal State Fullerton. Thank you so much for sending it. I love having it. Congrats to your daughter, too. -M- -Friday, June 05, 2009 at 09:14:12 (MST) Misses Dis Seems like you all are behaving while the Dis and I are away. Congrats to all with sons and daughters that are graduating, happy birthday to you guys that are having them, and hope those that were able to go to Fargo had a good time. We reversed the trip route because the park rangers told us the 'rhodies' are not in bloom, but they are. It is just breathtaking here. We drove through Tennessee, Louisiana, then Georgia, on to South Carolina. We spent 2 days in Beaufort, SC because it was so charming. The Outer Banks was lovely. The "Nights in Rodanthe" house is for sale for 500,000 dollars. The problem? You gotta move it. I guess the problems they talked about with the house in the movie were real. In addition to the 'septic tank problems I guess it now sits too close to a National Seashore area. Too bad. Would have made someone a great bed and breakfast. Skyline Drive in Virginia is beautiful. We have seen mountainsides of Mountain Laurel, rhodendrons, and even some azaleas still in bloom. Yesterday it was rainy and foggy but it added a lot to the photographs, no vistas but interesting perspective. Supposed to clear up tonight and be pretty tomorrow. Today we trudge on through rain and fog but that's okay. We saw a momma black bear and her two cubs on Skyline Drive. Got pictures of the cubs climbing down a tree about 30 feet from our car. They looked like they were a few months old. We saw several turkeys, 2 rattlesnakes, several other unidentified snakes, and chipmunks, squirrels, and deer. We have toured old houses, seen Natural Bridge that George Washington surveyed and Thomas Jefferson bought, Toured Poplar Forest, Jefferson's retreat, and even looked for the Forrest Gump house. (It doesn't exist. They built it for the movie and tore it down.) We did find the "Run, Forrest, Run" alley. Got our pictures there. Today we continue down the Parkway and onto North Carolina, then Tennessee and home. We should probably be back at the Tulsa house Monday, I think. Other than a few days of rain, we are doing great. Hope all is well with you all. Pictures are coming, (even of the black bears) Monday or Tuesday. Love to everyone, Rosalee -Friday, June 05, 2009 at 06:35:12 (MST) Pam T. Think I've actually captured an elusive moment of quiet! Presently I'm sitting alone in my own home- hubby took children #3 and #5 golfing, child #4 is at Drver's Ed, child #1 has own place and is gainfully employed, and child #2 is spending the summer in Hawaii. AHHHH, after my last schoolyear, some peace and solitude is incredibly welcome. Gymnastics went well last night, and we'll do it again this evening. Another cool but sunny day in Iowa. Hopefully the weather holds in Fargo. Andwa- I'm sure the ribs won't be delightful by the time you see me at the Freedom Fest June 20th, but our chances of finding BBQ pork in Cedar Rapids will be good! Have a great time tonight (as if that needs to be said!) HI Liz and Susan!!!!! Only two weeks away. -Friday, June 05, 2009 at 06:07:02 (MST) Wowa DannyTawd-glad to see that you're back and in one piece. Sounds like you had quite an adventure on your trip. Hope you had a good time despite the weather and all. Congrats to all the graduates out there, including Sammi's son. Best of luck to you kids in the future! Headed off for my own adventure this morning. My oldest grandaughter's class is headed to the Michigan Adventure amusement park today, and I'm going along as a chaperone. Woohoo! Hear they have an awesome new roller coaster. I just hope the girls are tall enough to ride it. Mr. Wowa was making noises about running away and joining the carnival again. I know that stepping onto any midway and soaking up all the old familiar smells and sights brings back a lot of memories, but I'm am NOT up for going back on the road. Too old, too tired, too settled. We did had some good times, but I'm not the spring chicken I was back then. I'm off! Later taters -Friday, June 05, 2009 at 03:57:24 (MST) Andwa, again Hey, Mike! Hope to see you tomorrow. I will at the show, of course, but maybe I'll see you at Applebee's for lunch. I like their new burgers, especially the steakhouse. Yum! PamT: Sure wish you could be here! But you gotta enjoy your kids while you can. Too soon it seems they're off on their own and you hardly get to see them at all. It was nice and sunny today but vewy windy! Supposed to be cooler tomorrow. Glad I brought a sweater! I heard there's a BBQ guy here from Australia at the RibFest! Would love to sample his food! I'll have to do some exploring tomorrow afternoon before the show. I'll see about getting you some ribs, Pam, but I can't guarantee they'll make it as far as Iowa. I may get hungry on the way home, doncha know! This is my first time in North Dakota. Drove around Fargo a little yesterday. Seems to be a nice town. Reminds me of Austin, Rob! Countryside looks quite a lot like Minnesota and Iowa. No big surprise there, I guess. I'll be heading back via Sioux Falls and then east to Rochester from there. It'll be about a 7 or so hour drive. I'll bet Mike makes it back home before I do! ;-) G'night good swamp folk! Sleep well. Andra -Thursday, June 04, 2009 at 21:44:23 (MST) Pam T. Now if it weren't for my daughters' gymnastics exhibition tonight, I'd be in Fargo too! Rats. It's lovely here just south of Minnesota, sunny with a nip of cool in the air. Perfect night for a concert. Enjoy Applebee's Andwa and Mikey. Could ya get me some ribs at the Ribfest tomorrow? -Thursday, June 04, 2009 at 16:23:52 (MST) OhDonna Let's see if I can squeeze in next to our Barkeep here! Did you make it to your mailbox yet, Mikey?! JR -- I was shocked to see the news item about David Carridine this morning. I said some prayers for him, thinking that we often assume celebrities "have it all" -- not really knowing what sadness or hardships they may be encountering in their personal lives. May he rest peacefully. Donna -Thursday, June 04, 2009 at 16:21:53 (MST) Barkeep Appleby's? Hmmmmmm. I'm kinda partial to their menu myself. May see you there. Course I'm in Minneapolis airport right now, but getting on the plane to Fargo in about 15 minutes. I love it up here. -M- -Thursday, June 04, 2009 at 16:00:12 (MST) Andwa, again Well, here I am in Fargo. Just biding my time until tomorrow's show. Hope it don't rain. Could, tho, but hope not. Time for dinner. Guess I'll go over to Applebee's. Bye for now. Andra -Thursday, June 04, 2009 at 15:15:58 (MST) Jill Spacey - Good to hear from you, even if just a quick note. Once you are back to normal (??) and get some rest, you can fill us in. Prayers still headed your way. Jill -Thursday, June 04, 2009 at 10:52:16 (MST) JR Wolfe Just read that David Carridine,star of the old Kung Fu tv series and about 200 movies hanged himself dead. woa -Thursday, June 04, 2009 at 08:02:41 (MST) JRWolfe RIP:Koko Taylor..the Queen of the Blues. See her obit at www.alligator.com. Seen her many times,have all her CDs...heck of a talent. Had the honor of being the emcee at a show she did in Boulder ,CO in 1984,will never forget how sweet she was that night. -Thursday, June 04, 2009 at 07:34:52 (MST) MAD4TDN "Things are looking up" means our prayers are being heard. Take your time and get your feet back on the ground from all this, Spacey. Your friends are here for you. -Thursday, June 04, 2009 at 06:34:26 (MST) Spacey Things are looking up a little. I'm just too exhausted to give you the details right now. -Wednesday, June 03, 2009 at 23:42:25 (MST) Andwa, again Hi ho, hi ho, it's off to Fargo I go (cold and all). -Wednesday, June 03, 2009 at 22:11:45 (MST) Famous Rob Hope all is well. Been so busy don't know what day it is. Wish I was going to fargo...instead i get to go to Huron that's in South Dakota...bah! HAPPY Funnel Cakes to all Robbo -Wednesday, June 03, 2009 at 18:25:29 (MST) OhDonna Jill, Madonna & Spacey: Thank you as well for the good wishes for Heather. I agree -- she has the potential to be a "world shaker," to borrow a phrase from George Kennedy in "Cool Hand Luke." And thank you for the nice comments Madonna -- I guess I will share a little of the credit with my first husband (her dad)! Nancy: So happy you enjoyed the "bubble bath" fairy! Donna -Monday, June 01, 2009 at 17:42:45 (MST) MAD4TDN Yes indeed, congrats to Mikey and to Paul K, who has a son that graduated as well. I feel a future band coming on here! Best wishes to all the grads! -Monday, June 01, 2009 at 14:00:47 (MST) Spacey Happy gradiuation Heather. You're gonna go far! ... and congratulations to Allsup offpring.... is the world ready for her yet? -Monday, June 01, 2009 at 10:14:45 (MST) MAD4TDN Darn! I forgot to wish graduation congrats to Heather too, and with honors!!! I think she comes by that honestly (from her mama!) -Monday, June 01, 2009 at 07:02:17 (MST) Di Belated fantastic birthday wishes, prayers for those who would receive them, and another HUGE thank you to our beloved Bwakeep. Michael, you're a darlin' and a half. :) Your Swamp "Yeti" is going through an emancipation of sorts recently. This morning, as these new-found feelings of freedom and peace are soaking into my being, I boogied like a beastie to "El San Juan Hotel and Casino". HUGE grin on my face, all worries thrown to the four winds, just diggin' on the tune. WHEEEE! Who needs coffee?! LOVE YA MICHAEL!! *Smooch* Love and Peace BE, ya'll -Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 08:25:15 (MST) Jill Donna - Thanks and congratulations to Heather. I am sorry I overlooked that earier. Cindy - Yes, I totally agree. Friendship isn't always easy and the difficult tmes are when you learn who your real friends are. Nancy - I was quite surprised by your first call. It would have been funny if you had been able to call and tell me you were covered with needles. I've had acupuncture and totally understand why you couldn't do it. After losing my dad a couple of years, my siblings and I were afraid we'd drift apart since we usually just got together as a group on holidays. A few months ago, we decided to make a point of seeing each other as a group at least a few time a year. No spouses or children allowed. Just us "kids". We've done it twice and are meeting again tonight. I'm looking forward to it. I'll have my camcorder there to capture the stories of our childhood that tend to come up. It's interesting how we remember different things and not always the same. Have a great day everyone. (That code has been touchy lately and interesting at times. It was XXx at one point, but it wouldn't let me in. I guess it knows I don't fit that description.) -Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 08:05:45 (MST) Soaring Heart Nancy PAM T thanks for the birthday wishes. Keep thinking those good thoughts about the TDN concerts! I am going to get to see them in August, but would love to see them many more times. JILL it was fun surprising you with the phone call! I wanted to call you again later from the acupuncturist, but I had needles in both hands and ears and couldn't figure out how on earth I could hold the phone or hear! Soaring Nancy -Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 20:43:34 (MST) Ligress Jill, we're "stuck" by choice, girlfriend! Agreed? Love, Cindy -Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 18:34:23 (MST) OhDonna Rosalee & Soaring Nancy: Thank you for the "congrats" for my daughter Heather. It was indeed a shining moment for Heather, and for our family. Michael: Hope you received the program by now . . . . . or you will whenever you get back to Modesto. Donna -Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 11:11:36 (MST) OhDonna Jill: Sorry I couldn't make it here yesterday, but I was still wishing you a very happy birthday from afar! Hope the year ahead brings many smiles to your face. Donna -Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 11:09:27 (MST) Jill Pam T - Thank you for the birthday comment.... I doubt if I'll be seeing TDN any time soon. Cindy - You are a sweetie. Despite our different viewpoints, we still manage to stay friends. I guess we're stuck with each other. :-) -Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 08:11:09 (MST) Andwa, again Last swamp check before leaving for the weekend. PamT: Thanks! I hope so, too! Colds are such nuisances. Ah well. Could be worse. Robbo: Things are cool here in Rochester. Currently, it's dark to be followed by widely scattered light in the morning. ;-) Actually, we' ve got some light rain with temps in the low 60s. First time I saw TDN (was it 1973?), I think the opening act was Brownsville Station. Lousy act! NOBODY liked them. The only good part of their act was when they left the stage! That was a night, tho! Hot august night in the concert hall of the old Met Stadium in Bloomington and NO AIR CONDITIONING! I do remember Cory making a sarcastic comment thanking the air conditioning people! Ha! We in the audience loved that! We were sweating, but it must've been sweltering up on that stage!! God love ya, Mike and guys, for going through that and still putting on a good show. Gotta go home now and rest up. Hopefully I can kick this cold before next weekend. See you then, Mike. Whoo-hoo!!! Andra -Friday, May 29, 2009 at 22:44:49 (MST) Ligress Whew! Just made it in time (I hope!) to wish one of my favorite persons a Happy Birthday and a most wonderful year to come. All the Best, Jill. You deserve it. Love, Cindy -Friday, May 29, 2009 at 20:53:20 (MST) Pam T. The first time I ever saw TDN, the band that went on before them was Head East. That was in 2003 if I remember correctly. When I was a college student in the late 70's and early eighties, Head East was extremely popular- I think every male on campus was required to own Flat as a Pancake as a prerequisite for admission to the university. Happy birthday, goils! May the year ahead be filled with every good thing with some TDN shows being at the top of that list! Andwa- Hope you get that cold whipped before Fargo. I went the whole school year without catching a cold which is pretty amazing considering all the germs running rampant in the classroom. -Friday, May 29, 2009 at 20:41:46 (MST) Jill Famous Rob, Thanks for the birthday greeting. I love Head East and have one of their CDs in my car. They had some great songs and a sound that was very different. I think they were from St. Louis or that area. Maybe someone else knows more than I do. -Friday, May 29, 2009 at 20:18:34 (MST) Famous Rob Jill, It's your day, have a great one. Mad, I loved your boom box comment...I think you need huuby to charge that battery lol. Andwa, How are thngs in Roch? On the music scene, I came across on old cassete in a box in the garage, Head East (Never Been Any reason) Good stuff, now I got something to rotate with all my Dog music. What s good about Head East, nice heavy organ, good harmonies and bluesey guitar riffs. Wonder if they might have been influenced by 3DN. I think they came along a few years after the Dogs hit the seen. Hope the sun shines on you all tomorrow... Rob and the Honeybear.... -Friday, May 29, 2009 at 20:14:56 (MST) Jill Nancy, Gail, Madonna, Spacey and Andwa - Thank you so much for the birthday wishes. I hate birthdays and am usually quite down on those days, but this year was a little easier. All your kind words helped and I appreciated them more than you know. Nancy - Thanks for the surprise phone call! Love, Jill -Friday, May 29, 2009 at 19:43:08 (MST) Andwa, again Jill's birthday, too? Well, my goodness. Have a wonderful day, Jill! Go out and have some fun tonight!! Barkeep, next round on me! Name your poison people. As for me, I'll take some Nyquil. Feels like I've got a head cold coming on. And just before the long drive to Fargo. Just my luck. Andra -Friday, May 29, 2009 at 14:43:21 (MST) Spacey Happy birthday to one of the finest ladies in the SWAMP. so mcuh class -Friday, May 29, 2009 at 09:39:35 (MST) MAD4TDN Happy birthday, Jill! I hope your day brings great big smiles to your pretty face and that the year brings many blessings your way! Spacey, I was going to respond that my old boom box died years ago ... and then I decided that comment could be easily misconstrued. However, it's Friday, we all need a good laugh ... so there you have it! (Still keeping you and your daughter in my prayers.) -Friday, May 29, 2009 at 07:36:41 (MST) JOY4U HAPPY BIRTHDAY JILL!!! I think Nancy took the thoughts right out of my head and I will agree that your friendship has meant a great deal to me over so many years. You have always been there for me through lots of my stupid down times. (and there are plenty)And yes Nancy you hit it right on....Jill is (you are) "priceless and precious." And so Jill I hope that your day is just as special as you are and that all you have done for others through your words,gestures and prays return to you a zillion times more today and throughout the year! Like Nancy has said, you have let so many share the very depths of our hearts with you and I also thank you for that! I now pray that your heart be filled deeply with Peace, Joy and so much Love. Friends always, Gail :) -Friday, May 29, 2009 at 07:06:46 (MST) Soaring Heart Nancy JILL in the time zone you live in, it is now YOUR birthday (May 29)so I am sending out happy, happy, happy birthday wishes to you. Seize the day and go out and make your heart happy! I will pass on the words that were in the card my kid bro gave me. "Go ahead. Reach your arms up out to the sky and shout TA DA! I'm another year wonderful!... Because you are." And dear Jill, you are. Thank you for all the years when you have let me share my heart with you and have shared yours with me. (((((((JILL)))))))) Soaring Heart Nancy -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 22:31:53 (MST) Soaring Heart Nancy DANNY somehow I have a feeling that you will be remembering your cell phone next time. LOL SPACEY continued prayers and good thoughts go out to you and your daughter. Please keep us updated. JILL, GAIL, CINDY, MADONNA, ANDWA, DONNA thanks very much for the birthday wishes. They are appreciated. Friends and I had a very busy day planned, but we ended up scaling them back, and I actually took a nap today because I was tired. I am one of those people who likes to celebrate for a whole month so I have plenty of time to do more shopping, eating, and having adventures! ((((JILL))) You and your friendship mean the world to me too, my dear friend. We have both been through some rough times, and having a friend who totally understands one's emotions is a priceless and precious gift. ((((DONNA))) right back at you, my little soul sis. How sweet to include me in the prayer circle! I deeply appreciate that. ((((MADONNA))) Oh my, you done made me tear up. Your words mean more to me than I can express in words. That is a lovely birthday gift that I will cherish forever, dear friend. As to a request for the duet, well now, we will just have to arrange something!!!!! :) Soaring Nancy -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 22:21:26 (MST) Andwa, again Rosalee: Yes, that is what I have, yet every email is "undeliverable." I tried once more with a "test." -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 20:17:13 (MST) Misses Dis Andwa, Email is rosalee2662@aol.com. I will await your message.;) MD -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 19:32:08 (MST) OhDonna Soaring Nancy: Happy, happy birthday!!! I have not forgotten you today my friend -- and still plenty of hours left in the day here in our California time! I hope you've had a magically fun birthday, and that the joy will continue on throughout the weekend and the rest of the year. You will be in special prayers tonight during our Angelic Healing Circle!!! You are a cherished friend and I am blessed to have you in this (and other) lifetimes! Donna -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 18:19:34 (MST) Jill Spacey - I'm slow to catch up with things here and I just saw your post. I hope your daughter is going to be okay. I can't imagine how scared you must be. How are you since the leg surgery? Thoughts and prayers being sent your way. Jill -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 15:38:21 (MST) Andwa, again Happy birthday, Nancy! :-D Danny T: Indeed! Hope to see you there. Rosalee: Every time I try to send you an email, it fails to go through. I know I have your correct addy. Any ideas as to why this would happen? (This also happens with my lovely red-headed neighbor to the north. I think you know who you are.) -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 15:26:46 (MST) Spacey Madonna, do you have one of those old boom boxes with a cassette recorder in it? They still makes tapes.... and all you have to do is tune it to the station, request the song and wait, hit record and play. The only news on my daughter is taht she gtes her scan this afternoon. It had been diificult to keep her quiet this long. -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 12:21:19 (MST) MAD4TDN Happy birthday, Nancy! I can't think of a sweeter or more gentle-spirited person than you. I always brighten up when there is an e-mail from you because I know there will be kind words inside. That's a pretty nice way to be thought of by others! Only KLUV 98.7 plays the duet; however, you can listen to them online. Sooner or later you should be able to hit pay dirt because they play it pretty often -- and I bet I know someone who would call and request it for you! -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 09:15:53 (MST) Ligress Happy Birthday to Nancy. Best wishes and Happiness. Blessings, Cindy -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 08:50:45 (MST) JOY4U Happy Birthday Nancy!!! Hope it is a wonderful day for you! Gail -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 08:02:50 (MST) Danny Tawd Soaring Nancy: The stupid thing about it is I left MY cell phone back at the lodge. I didn't think I'd need it since Susan and I always stay close together when we go places. Boy was I wrong.... Misses Dis: Thanks so much for all the information. I REALLY appreciate it :) I bought a book about Disney from AAA. I guess I need to do some more reading. I forgot to mention this, although I can't imagine why. When we were waiting to board the plane to return home to Ohio, I recognized a person coming through the terminal gate into Florida. It was was the guitarist for the band Chicago, Keith Howland who was taking his family to Disney World. We talked for a brief moment...a very nice guy. Danny -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 07:03:47 (MST) Jill Happy Birthday to Soaring Nancy! I hope your birthday is filled with happiness and fun. You're one of the sweetest people I know and our friendhship means the world to me. Love, Jill -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 06:28:30 (MST) Danny Tawd Andwa, again: That's still up the air at the moment. I'll let you know for sure the closer it gets. It would be great if we could hook up. It's always nice to put a face to a name isn't it? Danny -Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 06:14:40 (MST) Soaring Nancy DANNY so sorry to hear that you and your wife had a time finding each other in the park! The reason why I got a cell phone (which otherwise is pretty much used only for emergencies and while traveling) is because I want to make sure that if any of our party is delayed getting to the meeting spot or gets separated from each other at an amusement park, we can find each other. Expensive - yes. Worth it - you bet you! BTW, seeing a Disney park at Christmas is very magical; one of my favorite things to do, but I agree that it sure can be crowded. DONNA please pass my congrats onto Heather! MADONNA Three Dog Night and Elvis together - oh, I would love, love, love to hear that!!!!! Is there any chance of any other radio stations playing it. JILL how is the computer problem going? Of course, if you are still having problems, guess you may not be reading this. LOL Soaring Nancy -Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 17:23:58 (MST) Andwa, again Tawds: Are you planning on going to the Blue Ash show? My sister and I will be, and I'd love to meet up with you if possible! -Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 13:45:02 (MST) MAD4TDN A few years ago, a radio station in Dallas made a recording called: "The duet that never happend" by digitally combining the voices of Elvis and Three Dog Night singing "Never Been to Spain." Listeners are still requesting it (no, not just me!) and when I heard it over the holiday weekend, it reminded me how much I like it. It can't be sold because of the legalities, but it can be requested, and man does it ever!!! The DJ said he noticed the two songs were in the same key (good ear) while listening to the TDN recording of "Spain" with the London Symphony. It actually turned out GREAT and when the guys ultimately got to hear it, Cory said they did an excellent job. You can pick out Mikey's guitar solo ... the first time I heard it I hollered: "That's us right there!" (Yeah right, like I played every note myself!) Several artists seem to be doing the digital thing nowadays (Celine Dion, for example), and I think it's pretty cool that TDN was ahead of the pack once again ... thanks to KLUV, of course! -Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 08:57:41 (MST) Misses Dis Danny, Believe me, you do NOT want to go during the holiday season. We have actually come up to the gates and there was a , "Sorry the park is full." sign. Now, I have been there when we could barely walk through the crowds and it wasn't considered 'full'. I can't imagine those poor buggers who are there when they aren't admitting any more people. We were there the weekend after the 9/11 weekend. There were literally times when we didn't see another person. It was creepy. The best times in my opinion are the weeks after the first of the year. All the kiddies are back in school, even the foreigners are gone. Definately pay attention to the schedule at Hollywood Studios. The best 'finale show' of any at the parks is the Fantasmic one. It is performed there as the park closes. Believe me when I say no trip to Disney World is complete without it. They were only showing it on Wednesdays when we went last time. I was so MAD that we missed it. If you want to go in winter, do NOT go between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Perhaps the week before the Thanksgiving week, not sure about that one. You have to realize that Dis and I moved to Florida on 9/04/01, 7 days before the crisis. We were able to go to the park for months afterwards without crowds as everyone was spooked about flying. It really took a couple of years for things to get back to normal. One time we went and there were armed guards standing at the gates with M-16s on their shoulders. They were staring at the crowd and standing at attention. Right after we arrived they closed Fantasmic. We left. Definately something was not right. Another thing not to miss if you plan a trip in winter is "Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party" at Magic Kingdom. They only allow 10,000 in the park. Now, that sounds like a lot of people, but again, there are times you don't see another person. It snows on Main Street in 70 degree weather, they give you free cookies and hot cocoa, and they take your picture with Mickey. You can just stay on your favorite rides, no lines. There are special parades that only run during this time. They sometimes decorate the castle special, too. Christmas season is magic at all 4 parks. There are Christmas trees the size of buildings, real life size gingerbread houses, made each year by the Disney bakers, and special holiday music. And of course there are special shows. Gary Sinese does the processional each year. He is very good at it. It is a blast just to be there but the shows are a real treat. It's a great way to begin or end the holiday season. One thing you might do, is plan a trip there NOW if you are wanting to attend the Christmas Party. It fills up fast. Okay, your official Disney Tour guide is done. I gotta get ready for lunch with my sister and clean the sunroom before today ends. We leave for Tennesse, North Carolina, VA, and South Carolina tomorrow morning bright and early. I don't get a chance to write that often when we are on the road so you all have a great couple of weeks. Talk to you soon. Take care and God bless All. Rosalee -Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 08:52:58 (MST) Danny Tawd Misses Dis: Funny you mention November. Susan and I were sharing a hottub with a couple who lived about 20 minutes away from Disney World. I asked him what's the best time to visit the place and he said November or December. He said it's really decked out around the holidays. It would be something surreal to me sitting around a swimming pool wearing shorts and a t-shirt sipping an ice tea or fruit drink and singing "Jingle Bells". How is it in January? That's when Ohio gets dumped on with a few feet of snow. It would be nice to get a little break from the sub-zero degree temps and white stuff for a change. Danny -Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 06:10:21 (MST) Andwa, again Rob: Never questioned his hair but did question his expression. -Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 20:05:50 (MST) White Indian, Thanks Famous Rob, for the double, you are bound and determined to get me drunk aren't you ??? Lady from Tennessee, Lorna PS, is there anyone out there in TDN fanland that lives in Northern New Jersey ?? or close too it? -Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 19:27:48 (MST) Famous Rob I was in my local Walmart today, when one of the assistant managers came up and ask me about my Three dog Night hat. (faded, gritty and a bit dirty and definately broke in) We got into a great conversation about the guys and he ask if "Allsup was still playing with them." Of course I told him "yup" and invited him to this site so he just might show up. Funnuest thing he remarked about a picture of 3 Dog Night that I always thought was "kind of funny." as in humorous He referred to how cool he thought Micheal's "gladiator doo" back in the day. (I think that "doo" is the same doo in the cover pix of on Spooner's book.) What I found really funny is he told me exactly what I thought when I first saw that pix and had to do a double take. We both thought Barkeep was wearing a Roman Centurionn helmet in that pix... Anyone else ever think that? Barkeep: Another round for my friends and a double White Russian for the lady from Tennensee. We gonna fry up some brats folks too! Have a great day and hope you had a great weekend! -Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 17:56:47 (MST) Misses Dis Oh Donna, Congrats to your daughter. You have every right to be proud. Rosalee -Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 14:54:13 (MST) OhDonna Michael: Be on the look-out! I mailed the Commencement Program to you today from the May 23rd Graduation. How cool that both of our daughters are listed in the same program! I was extra thrilled when my daughter Heather received top honors in her program! There were about 80 people graduating in her division, with the Master of Science in Counseling Degree. They gave out 4 awards, and Heather received the "Excellence as a Counselor" award. She had no idea she was receiving this honor, so the look of shock and surprise on her face was priceless. I was not a bit surprised, however, as she has worked very hard and I know she will make a compassionate, empathetic and wonderful therapist. Thank you for allowing me to share this moment of maternal pride! Hope that everyone had a nice holiday weekend. Donna -Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 14:33:49 (MST) Misses Dis Danny, When we lived in Florida we were on the Gulf Coast about 30 miles south of Sarasota in the little town of Venice. Don't want to discourage anyone from visiting Disney World or Florida, but it starts raining in March or April and continues until November. A major reason we do not live there now and never will again. I put up with bad weather 9 months out of 12 for 6 years. And you are right, a Florida 'shower' is an event if you don't live there. EVERYTHING is soaked and it feels like a sauna when you step outside. On the other hand, there is a wealth of things to do anywhere you go in Florida. Tourism abounds and it is a BEAUTIFUL place. Just gotta be a duck to love the weather. We actually moved there because we loved Disney World so much. We said we would be there every weekend and basically we were for the first 3 or 4 years. We have been there more than 200 times and we still go back for several days every year. We call it getting 'Disneyfied'. It is a blast. Andwa, thanks for the info. We are looking up that little town. I am so excited to be going to the coastal area! I'll email when we get back and if you want pics, just ask. I can send them to you via walgreens and you can view them to your heart's content. Okay, later Taters. Gotta get back to trip planning. (YEAH)!!!!!!! MD -Monday, May 25, 2009 at 08:36:32 (MST) Andwa, again Misses Dis: Hope you do make that VA to outer banks trip! My mother's family is from the Swansboro, NC area. We moved there when I was just a vewy widdo baby, so my earliest memories are of that area. The family built a small house (cabin really) on a hill overlooking the intracostal waterway just outside of Swansboro. If you get to that area, take the passenger ferry over to Bear Island. We used to go there occasionally for a picnic and swim. There's so much to do and see all along the outer banks (Highway 12 I think). The lighthouses, Wright Brothers Memorial at Kill Devil Hills, Ocracoke Island, Bear Island, etc. But I'm starting to sound like a tour guide. I'll shut up now. Gotta get to work anyways. Wish I could go back for a visit, but I gotta save my pennies. Ah well. Someday. In the meantime, I'll enjoy these little weekend TDN trips few and far between they may be. ;-) Bye for now. Andra -Sunday, May 24, 2009 at 13:51:48 (MST) Danny Tawd Hi all! Susan I returned home from Walt Disney World last night. Disney World is indeed an incredible place to visit. The shows and the attractions were so cool. We both used moterized carts to get around which made it easier for us. There was so much to see at all the parks and we did our best to see everything. Great food everywhere! We ate at Marakesh Express where we had leg of leg of lamb and couscous. In Arabic it's þ”þ” . It was really good! It's like really, really small noodles with veggies. I'm told that Florida experienced a very dry winter. However, we picked the wrong week to visit. A storm moved into the area and it rained hard almost the entire time we were there. We had one day that it didn't rain - the first day we got there. The rest of the time it poured. Not just a little rain but major thunderstorms torrential downpoar, winds..the whole deal. We had to buy some ponchos to help us keep dry....didn't really work well, though it did protect the cameras we had. Just before one of these horrible storms, Susan and I were sparated by lack of communication. A very scary ordeal to be sure and with the added storm on top of it, it became a living nightmare for the both of us. A park employee helped Susan finally find me after what seemed like hours. We were told by just about every employee in the park (and Florida residents) that this weather issue was very rare. Maybe so but I don't think we'll go in May again. Take care all! Danny the waterlogged Tawd -Sunday, May 24, 2009 at 12:26:20 (MST) Misses Dis Wowa, You know I have been having a hard time finding frillies that fit, too but I thought it was probably due to the cruise and the grilling out that has been going on here since warm weather started. In other words, I was blaming my 'behind' instead of the manufacturers. Hmm... I'll have to compare measured sizes of the new stuff to the sizes of the stuff I bought a few years ago. There you go, an "Underwear Revolt". Started on the Swamp Website. Not quite as good as a toga party, but hey, we get our kicks wherever we can, right? My sister and I went to Joplin for 2 days via the back roads of small towns and highways of Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri. (Tulsa was the only place we saw firefighters in the street. Must be a local thing. I thought MDA Fundraising was supposed to be a Labor Day event?) We got home late last night after a great time. Our hotel was lovely. We stayed at the casino and it was the nicest casino hotel I have ever visited, including Vegas hotels. Even Inn of the Mountain Gods didn't have rooms as nice as this. Not glitzy or cheap looking, it was done in low-key beiges and browns. Lots of copper, (real copper, not the color.) mahogany wood, dark brown paints, and sort of sage upholstery and carpeting. Black and white photos on the walls. Even our suite was very tastefully decorated. Our glass shower was huge and the bath had granite bathroom floors and dressing table and bathroom counters. I think the money I am donating to the American Indian College Fund is being put to use building upscale hotels. On the other hand, it was sure nice to have down pillows and satin coverlets on the beds. Whoever decorated the Downstream Casino and Resort in Joplin MO has my vote. Maybe we can get a TDN concert there. Foreigner is going to be there in August. I'm the biggest TDN fan, (well, next to Mad and Susan), but Foreigner is a great group and I'm going to enjoy seeing them. So we have added another dimension to our upcoming trip next week. Dis has suggested a drive to from the Virginia Coast to the Outer Banks, on to Charleston, and then across the Southern route home. Woo Hoo! We are adding Kitty Hawk and Rodanthe to our schedule. I am so excited. Neither of us has ever been there. (He assures me Richard Gere is gone but it doesn't matter, really.) I am so excited to be seeing the coastline. Okay, today we transplanted about 200 iris in the front bed of the house. The Hubster is now fixing the sprinkler head that mysteriously broke while we were on our cruise. I am ready to shop for food and supplies. Afternoon showers are coming in a few minutes. It's a good day. Normal is good. Hope everyone is enjoying the holiday and honoring our Fallen Soldiers this weekend in whatever way you choose to. For those of you who work, congrats on an extra day off. I remember loving those! You all take care and God bless. Rosalee -Sunday, May 24, 2009 at 11:48:09 (MST) Dis Rob, Putting fund raising aside is putting aside my biggest concern that I expressed in my original post on this matter. I'm a fan of our firefighters and policemen. I have no problem with including those who have fallen in the line of duty to the war dead that we honor on this day. This ain't about firefighters. It's about diminishing the meaning of the holiday. Dis -Sunday, May 24, 2009 at 07:34:48 (MST) Wowa Joy4U-I have an older Toshiba, that has a Belkin card that goes in a side slot, that my SIL was using just fine at his house. Don't get WI FI here, so I was using my AT&T wireless. Maybe I'll try taking the laptop somewhere that is wifi accessible, and see if the Belkin still works. If not, maybe that is the problem? Seems odd though, that I got the AT&T thing to work once, and not again in the laptop, but it still works fine in the desktop. Don't know, I don't seem to be getting any better at this cornpooter stuff. My sis is a whiz at some of this stuff, and she couldn't figure it out either. Anyway, I'll take it into town with me one of these days, and give it a try. Thanks for your advice, I appreciate it. Spacey-prayers for your daughter. I hope she will get through this ok. Norm-Didn't realize you mens had problems buying "unmentionables" also. Just try getting some ladies' frillies to fit right. No, I did not mean for YOU to actually try them on, nyuk! :~) Later taters -Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 21:02:27 (MST) Famous Rob Dis: Fund raising aside,I thouhgt as as point of information I'd like to point that in many parts of the USA the custom is that deceased Firemen and Law Enforcment civil service members are honored on Memorial Day along with members of the military service. If you ever visit many cemeteries in the North East, special flags fly over the graves of Fire fighters and law enforcement members with special markers. The reason for this is that these Civil Service members protect and defend us from harm and sacrifce their lives when called on just as the military defends and protects us from harm and sacrifice their lives when called up on. In the Wisconsin town that I grew up in the Color guard on Memorial Day was a military (VFW/AM. LEGION), and then a Police and Fire Department Color guard following in our parades on the Memorial day and the 4th. At the cemertary, A wreath was place on the Veteran's Memorial and the Firefighter/Police Memorial. Here in Minnesoata where I live now it also has become a day to honor our family members who are gone as well and many decorate their family graves with flowers and such. The Sevice clubs replace all the American Flags on the deceased Vets and when I see all this it makes me proud to be an American. God Bless America God Bless all of those who protect and defend us. I hope all of you have a nuce Holiday weekend -Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 19:33:51 (MST) Dis Captain Kid, This ain't 9/12! Hundreds of thousands have DIED defending our country. This is THEIR day. Find yourself another day for raising money and not knowing what you have raised it for . . . that ain't on your website! Dis -Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 17:09:10 (MST) captkid it is a nuisance and a distraction. I get the feeling that you do not feel the money has accomplished much, or perhaps feel as some,that it goes to jerry lewis...I am not here to debate this, and will not say anymore nuisance, as a fireman that does hurt/good thing we were not greeted with that feeling on 9/12 by new yorks finest citzens when we arrived to help with 9/11 wow, could not disagree more with you, but unless the firefighters are in your face, (they are not), and harasseing the public (they do not)asking for donations,I feel this is neither, as you state...you really should check out the kids and program at the link I posted...or work with them as I have...I guess we will agree to disagree, I hate to think the public thinks of us in this way...I respect your opionion, Captkid -Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 16:32:29 (MST)

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