tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3180769218519169349.post1436712908033368269..comments2023-06-09T05:36:59.702-07:00Comments on Genealogy, Technology And A Whole Lot More: Bye Bye BarryDawn Bushmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18247606922070337080noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3180769218519169349.post-48257382530923351322010-05-08T06:35:56.009-07:002010-05-08T06:35:56.009-07:00Ha! She's turned a useless Manilow object int...Ha! She's turned a useless Manilow object into a priceless cat toy. Good job, little feline! Enjoy! :-)Sheronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00407269402586439867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3180769218519169349.post-86076557462878001132010-05-07T20:44:36.878-07:002010-05-07T20:44:36.878-07:00Rachel has discovered one of those plastic bracele...Rachel has discovered one of those plastic bracelets that I purchased at the M store at the HIlton last year, to raise money for the Manilow Fund. She's decided it's now her favorite toy, so I guess I can't toss that into the box. :o)Dawn Bushmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18247606922070337080noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3180769218519169349.post-8420874188931378182010-05-06T08:11:20.818-07:002010-05-06T08:11:20.818-07:00Brenda, first I'm so sorry to hear about your ...Brenda, first I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. Losing a parent is maybe the most difficult thing we can endure. Both of mine are gone, and also both of my husband's. May your dad's remaining days be peaceful.<br /><br />As far as being hurt during your Vegas trip, they (Barry, Garry, Marc, fans, anyone) can't hurt you unless you allow them to. I learned that, and am much happier for it. But if you're truly finished with all things Manilow, including the old beaten-up newsgroup, good luck, and take care.<br />-Sheronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00407269402586439867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3180769218519169349.post-45743338680655642102010-05-03T21:05:18.004-07:002010-05-03T21:05:18.004-07:00Dawn,
This weekend I saw a great show ...
And rec...Dawn,<br /><br />This weekend I saw a great show ...<br />And received a great wake-up call. <br /><br />It's too painful for me to go into detail - let's just say that I got hurt, I had a long discussion with a good friend,and then came home to a conversation with my dad's doctor about his impending death. It was enough to wake me up. Finally!<br /><br />Life is short. <br />Too short to waste any of it on negativity.<br />And I, from this day forward, refuse to let anyone into my life that doesn't respect me and care for me in ways I damn well deserve to be respected and cared for. <br /><br />I see my total break from ALL things Barry to be one of the healthiest and most positive moves I will ever make. <br /><br />And I know it will be the same for you. <br /><br />Good luck with your coming surgery, and God bless. If you ever want to email me privately, please do, BMeskunas@aol.com. <br /><br />BrendaPopTarthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12077745408363785191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3180769218519169349.post-89747108940498765662010-05-03T04:42:05.346-07:002010-05-03T04:42:05.346-07:00Dawn, you're doing the right thing. Put every...Dawn, you're doing the right thing. Put everything away for a while. I've been at the same place you are. The photos you posted look much like my collection. I wanted to burn everything in a big pile in the back yard. But it's against the law to burn trash in my town. ;-) So I waited, then sold LOTS of stuff. (There's $$$$ in that stuff, although some Fanilows blasted me for not giving it all to the Manilow Fund. Uh...no. We needed the money.) I did keep the tourbooks and most of the recordings, and a couple of other things. I gave away four or five (can't remember exactly) file boxes full of magazines and newspapers and clippings. <br /><br />I've since made peace with my fandom. Don't know if I'll ever watch any of the many video tapes and DVDs I have. They might go one of these days to free up lots of storage. I won't be going to any more concerts. But I enjoy his pre-2002 music, and especially enjoy all those 2006 bonus tracks on various releases. <br /><br />And I enjoy the Manilow newsgroup. So I hope after your surgery, and you're feeling terrific, you'll keep dropping by. Although I'm no longer the fan I once was, I still find keeping up with Barry's exploits to be a fascinating exercise. And there are some pretty great folks who post there, where there's no moderation, and we're free to post what we like. :-)<br /><br />Good luck to you! And MUCH GOOD HEALTH!<br />-Sheronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00407269402586439867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3180769218519169349.post-6159685540881011452010-05-02T20:11:04.359-07:002010-05-02T20:11:04.359-07:00Well, that's done it. Mom just called and I g...Well, that's done it. Mom just called and I gave her the news about being kicked off the fan club's site because of a bunch of bullies on there.<br /><br />Her response? "WOODSTOCK?" and "the man with his hair sticking straight up in the air and would blow away in a strong gust of wind?"<br /><br />Congrats, Barry, you've just ticked off a 76 year old great-grandma who doesn't care what she says! Her attitude, like mine, is that he can have his bullies if that's how he wants it. I'm sure they'll make charming visitors when Barry retires.Dawn Bushmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18247606922070337080noreply@blogger.com