R.I.P Elrod

(Damn your weak signal WNST!)

No Deal

Deal Or No Deal is the most uninteresting, coma-inducing game show EVER! I though the BBC gameshow Countdown was odd, making contestants do math problems and have good spelling skills, but at least it makes people demonstrate knowledge! Deal contestants must be able to count to 26. If it comes back, I think I'll sign Evan up.

7/07/05

Duran Lyric Of The Day: "And nobody knows, what's gonna happen tomorrow. We try not to show how frightened we are." What Happens Tomorrow

Hey, hey it's my new favorite morning DJ!

I have spent the past few weeks attempting to compile a list of all the concerts I have attended. Complete with dates and opening acts. As it turns out, old concert dates are virtually impossible to find on the internet. Anyway, in my search for the date of the 1987 Monkees concert, I discovered that my favorite Monkee, Micky Dolenz is the morning DJ on WCBS-FM in NYC. I was able to tune in online Wed. morning before I left for work. I wanted to listen again, but slept through Thursday & Friday's show because of my late schedule. Friday morning was Micky's 100th broadcast. By Friday afternoon, he was unemployed, along with the rest of the WCBS on-air staff. WCBS flipped to a new format, Jack-FM (same old crap every other station plays) at 5pm. At least I got to hear a few minutes of the show before it was extinct!


Monkees Lyric of The Day: "Another Pleasant Valley Sunday, Charcoal burning everywhere, Rows of houses that are all the same, And no one seems to care." Pleasant Valley Sunday

Exhusted

As I pulled into my driveway at 1:30am, I realized that if I made to trip to WB this evening, I would still only be halfway home at 1:30am tonight. There was no way I could survive a 6hr trip. If it was next weekend, perhaps, but not the way I am feeling today. I'm exhusted. I chose not to set my alarm to check Ticketmaster. I did check when I woke up. Best available floor seat was way in the back. Certainly not worth it.

The only thing that got me out of bed was the call from Kelly who was thrilled with her Reflex voicemail. It made her day.

Had a great time last night. The seats were great and so was the company. Different setlist from Philly. One less song. Same rockin' show.

It's now 9pm and they are about to hit the stage. The withdraw is killing me. At least drug addicts can go to a street corner for their next fix....

I'm on the hunt, I'm after you

T-8 hrs until DD hits the stage!!! I'm bummed that TL can't make it, but hundreds of lives may be saved as a result, so I guess it evens out.

I am seriously considering a 3hr (one way) drive to Wilkes-Barre tomorrow night. Great seats are released day of the show, so if I can get a floor seat within Simon snogging range, especially on JT's side, I may jump in car and head north. Insane, maybe, but the WB ticket would be $30 less than tonight's and a MUCH MUCH better view. It's also my only chance to get a seat that good. (There was a seat in the 12th row, JT's side available for tonight, but I thought it might be just a LITTLE rude to get the arena and announce I was ditching LDS and the player-to-be-named-later for a better view!)

Wild Boys ALWAYS shine!

Happy Opening Day!!

What a great weekend! Duran and the return of Daylight Savings Time!!!

Duran was FANTASTIC in Philly! Best show I've ever seen! They were all HOT. Simon was very chatty. For the first time EVERY at a concert, I could actually understand everything he said to the audience. I knew every word to every song, also a rarity, even at a Duran show. It would have been more fun if someone had gone with me, but learned quickly how much my friends and family cared about sharing a very special experience with me. I certainly don't expect people to fly across the country to join me or go to more than one show, but isn't it better than spending the evening doing nothing? It wasn't outdoors or anything. I learned I can have just as much fun on my own. I can also find my way to Philly. (Of course, now Steve Finley is finally back in the AL, so going to Phillies games isn't necessary.) Still, it would be nice to SOMEONE to spend time with, everyone once in a while. At least I know Simon, John, Roger, Nick and Andy are always there for me. I'm sorry I bother people with things that are so trivial to everyone else, but they are important to me. I would appreciate it if every once in a while someone could at least fake some interest.

Back to the show. I LOVED "Hold Back The Rain". I loved everything! The new stuff sounded great live and fits in perfectly with the classics. At the end of the show, Simon introduced the band. ("Play that f*cking bass, John!!") When he comes to his own intro, he comes down into the crowd and picks a girl to give him the "best intro on the planet". (I was in no danger of being this girl, but I was close enough that I thought, 'what would I do if he came up here?!') She said, "the sexist man alive, Simon LEBON!", then he kissed her. No mere peck on the cheek either! Full - on, tongue-down-the-throat style. I'm guessing Yasmin was not at this gig! I still can't stop thinking about it and I'm a JT girl! Sorry, JT. The leather pants are great and the new hair is too, you certainly haven't lost anything. But there is just something about Simon these days... he finally caught up to you! And don't look now, but Roger is not far behind! And he's available!

It was a great night. Especially since I was feeling like crap and didn't even want to go as I walked out the door. It was the least excited I have ever been for a Duran show. Turned out the be the greatest show ever. After all, as Simon says, "Duran Duran is a band designed to make people feel good." Well, Simon, it's working. And I tried to make "noise" as you commanded, but I thought it was more important to remain concious. Screaming and cold medicine are not a great mix. Can't wait until Friday!! Simon, you may want to get that restraining order now.... L & T, bring bail money... ;-)




Duran Lyric of The Day: "Okay, go off and wander. I'm guilty just the same. Sometimes you're needed badly so please come back again." Hold Back The Rain

Couldn't cut me deeper with a knife if you tried

I would like to thank the W family for their underwhelming response to most interesting thing that has ever happened to me. Apparently, if it doesn't involve a trophy or a blood relative, it's of no interest. You all sure know how to make a girl feel invisible and insignificant. Funny how you can get appreciation from a stranger 3000 miles away, but not from your own "family".

One more thing. I would also like to thank the W family and virtually everyone else in my life, including my parents and my sister, (except for AJD & ABS) for totally ignoring the fact that I graduated from college. You've had more than enough time to acknowledge this. It's been a f*cking decade and I'm still waiting for my party.

I was feeling very good about myself and even proud. You've all managed to undo that in a weekend. Every holiday I have to spend with all of you leaves me either irritated or depressed and I will not be putting myself through it anymore.

Duran Lyric Of The Day: "Just take a look before you run off and hide at your victim arise." Of Crime And Passion

And your telephone been ringing

Just got the phone bill from January. 7 minute call to Santa Monica, CA. Best $2.70 I ever spent! :-)

Duran Lyric Of The Day:"What do you care, what do you dare, what does your heart say now?" All She Wants Is

My obsessive fasination is in your imagination

Well, the meeting didn't work out. BA was only in town for 24 hrs. He did sign a few things for Ebay, so the adventure continues. I'm meeting with DH soon to set the plans in motion. I'm a little bummed about missing BA. On the other hand, now I can be excited without being nauseous!


Duran Lyric of the Day: "Voices like my brothers are whispering to me. But I don't know these others who want to set me free." Chains

I plug you in...

I've just realized how much the internet has changed my life. It's brought me many friends. It's given my best friends a career and an education. It's brought me much Duran. It's brought me in touch with JT and BA in a way I never dreamed possible. Fabulous.

Duran Lyric of The Day: "My private life is subject to investigation, no time to waste, people say they heard about our deviation, but you never looked so good." Electric Barbarella

and I'm feelin' so nice

R.I.P. Wes Wehmiller - Thank you for your contribution to Duranasty.

LOVE DD-FTP!!

Double Duran this week, today GMA, tomorrow Regis & Kelly.

Love the new 'do JT!

Duran Lyric of The Day: "I heard your promise but I don't believe it, that's why I've done it again." Notorious

Something alien happening.....

Now BA wants me to sell his stuff on my site. Ebay here I come! He's going to pay me for being a fan. This just gets more bizzare and wonderful every day! He will be in town at the end of Feb. That will be our next meeting. Talk about upclose and personal!

Duran Lyric of The Day: "Makes my hair stand up on end, something alien happening, synchronize but don't comprehend, 'cause where I stop that's where you begin." Astronaut

a few notes

-- I HATE winter. There is a 2ft. snow drift blocking my door. As for the driveway..... no chance.

-- Get well soon, Roger Taylor -- We Need You.

-- "Why Not?" (1989)

-- Welcome home K & B. Wish you could stay longer.

-- Sending positive "contract accepted" vibes to LDS.

Duran Lyric Of The Day: "Only change will bring you out of the darkness." (Reach Up For The) Sunrise

Can't stop watching: Red Dwarf

When I really think about it...

I've just realized how rare BA is. I have never believed he owes me anything. What he did on the field was enough. I've gotten several autographs, even had my photo taken with him. I was satisfied. The Site was a way to say "thank you" for his work on the field. It was never a means to get closer to him. Now, here he his, seeking ME out to say thank you. I've never heard of anyone in his position doing anything like that. Something you would never hear about in the press. He knew the Site. He liked it. He wants to be a part of it. Very flattering. He knows the individual pages, he wasn't just paying it lip service. He wants to connect with his fans on a more personal level. He's done it for years, but to continue even in retirement..... I'm sure it's a great way to get an ego boost. Idol and fan, both parties win.

Duran Lyric Of The Day: "If you can't destroy it, might as well enjoy it." Bedroom Toys

I tried to phone last night....and you DID answer!

I called him. Had a nice chat. I realized my chances of marrying him are considerably decreased if I'm afraid to talk to him! Eleven numbers later, there he was. At least I exist in his universe.

I have also discovered it is very difficult to sleep when you can't stop grinning. :-)

Duran Duran Lyric of The Day: "And it hurts me to think that you might never know that I've got this thing about you." Nice

I'll talk if it feels right I'm so nervous to say tell me can't you see

Why is it causing me SO MUCH anxiety?? I had no trouble talking to the bass playing God. It was as if I'd known him forever. Easy, no butterflies, nothing. Just a nice chat. I was talking to the man I've spent 20 years following. Wrote I LOVE JT on EVERYTHING I owned. I found it easier to talk to him than I do some family members. Why is BA different? My best guess is it has something to do with finding out Samson has feet of clay. You can't possibly be disappointed with a fantasy. Reality is a risk. It's a risk I'll have to take, or I'll regret it forever.

Simon LeBon Quote of The Day: "Be cool! Don't loose your cool!"