[QUOTE]Originally posted by Borderstone:
[B]Hey Bill! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif Been reading those "B.C." comics again have you??
HI Border!! Actually I was into Marvel comics. Spiderman and Ironman and those guys!

quote:Originally posted by Borderstone:
Hey Bill! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif Been reading those "B.C." comics again have you?? http://www.corfid.com/ubb/biggrin.gif Didja invent the wheel yet so yiou can "ride,let it ride"?! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif

For those who said they got made fun of for listening to GL,I got made fun of no matter "what" I listened too! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/frown.gif

Big schoolyard meanies! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/tongue.gif My older "heavy metal" brother too! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/eek.gif

I don't care anymore what anyone says and people (a few) also say I havce good taste! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif



Hey, we DO all have good taste!! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif Oh, and I have a "big" "heavy, HEAVY METAL" son.
(He's won the the "Metal War" at the Guitar War site (well now Musicians' War) for four consecutive weeks now, and seems to be ahead again this week. He just looks at me and pats me on the head and says, "It's OK mom....you just keep playing your songs." http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif
It's OK, it's all in fun. He's one of the one's that we used to take to all of Gord's concerts.


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'Rainy day people always seem to know when it's time to call; Rainy day people don't talk, they just listen, till they've heard it all.'- GL

[This message has been edited by Aime_41 (edited February 09, 2005).]

quote:Originally posted by Borderstone:
Hey Bill! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif Been reading those "B.C." comics again have you?? http://www.corfid.com/ubb/biggrin.gif Didja invent the wheel yet so yiou can "ride,let it ride"?! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif

For those who said they got made fun of for listening to GL,I got made fun of no matter "what" I listened too! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/frown.gif

Big schoolyard meanies! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/tongue.gif My older "heavy metal" brother too! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/eek.gif

I don't care anymore what anyone says and people (a few) also say I havce good taste! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif



Hey, we DO all have good taste!! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif Oh, and I have a "big" "heavy, HEAVY METAL" son.
(He's won the the "Metal War" at the Guitar War site (well now Musicians' War) for four consecutive weeks now, and seems to be ahead again this week. He just looks at me and pats me on the head and says, "It's OK mom....you just keep playing your songs." http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif
It's OK, it's all in fun. He's one of the one's that we used to take to all of Gord's concerts.


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'Rainy day people always seem to know when it's time to call; Rainy day people don't talk, they just listen, till they've heard it all.'- GL

[This message has been edited by Aime_41 (edited February 09, 2005).]

quote:Originally posted by talbot10:
I pretty much figured I was the only GL fan in NY state prior to the internet. The concerts in NY city would sell out but all year long I could not find another lightfoot fan around town. On some level though, it was much more exciting without knowing about every song before the album came out. The anticipation was part of the excitement. Now the songs get critiqued even before they are officially out. I can remember that the album Ä Painter Passing through - was panned well before it came out and by people who are "fans". It pissed me off because I loved the CD when I got it. In any event there is a lot of good that comes out of the internet including this forum and the now almost defunct newsgroup. That said, the clamore to be the "ones" who are closest to Gord's heart has ruined some friendships and that is sad. In the end, the music is great but individially we likely don't mean jack shit to gordon Lightfoot or anyone in his inner circle. Not that we should. We are just fans
Bill Hall




Bill,

First, just have to say that you sound so much like Gord, that if I hear your music and don't remember who I am listening to, at times have thought that it was Gord....so has my husband. (Oh, and our "heavy metal"
son. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif, also.)

In respect to the fact that we indivdually
don't impact Gord's life a whole lot, is like you say, as it should be. We have lives and he has his. It's so difficult for celebrities in this age of mass media to have private lives. (And the word "fan"
derives from the word "fanatic". That doesn't sound too flattering when you really think about it.

Also, there are many thoughts, memories, experiences, and life lessons that I have learned from Gord, but some are so personal and precious that they are mine. I don't even share some of those. They are just a part of the fabric of my life, as I have listened to him for 34 years now, as has my husband. They are interwoven into our marriage of 39 years. It is a beautiful thing.

I only hope that Gord knows that he has, and IS a monumental gift to humanity, for THAT he certainly is.

Perhaps, some of this sounds contradictory, but there is a line between deeply appreciating someone, and trying to put oneself in that person's good graces, only for one's own pleasure, or sense of self-esteem.

Most of all I keep going back to a song that no one ususally mentions..."Stone Cold Sober", because there are a couple of lines in it that have come to be a theme for our marriage.
"I hope that we can see each other often,
That our points of view would blend into each
others,
Like the sea and the horizon.
And the sun will shine upon us,
As we live our lives together."
-GL

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'Rainy day people always seem to know when it's time to call; Rainy day people don't talk, they just listen, till they've heard it all.'- GL

quote:Originally posted by talbot10:
I pretty much figured I was the only GL fan in NY state prior to the internet. The concerts in NY city would sell out but all year long I could not find another lightfoot fan around town. On some level though, it was much more exciting without knowing about every song before the album came out. The anticipation was part of the excitement. Now the songs get critiqued even before they are officially out. I can remember that the album Ä Painter Passing through - was panned well before it came out and by people who are "fans". It pissed me off because I loved the CD when I got it. In any event there is a lot of good that comes out of the internet including this forum and the now almost defunct newsgroup. That said, the clamore to be the "ones" who are closest to Gord's heart has ruined some friendships and that is sad. In the end, the music is great but individially we likely don't mean jack shit to gordon Lightfoot or anyone in his inner circle. Not that we should. We are just fans
Bill Hall




Bill,

First, just have to say that you sound so much like Gord, that if I hear your music and don't remember who I am listening to, at times have thought that it was Gord....so has my husband. (Oh, and our "heavy metal"
son. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif, also.)

In respect to the fact that we indivdually
don't impact Gord's life a whole lot, is like you say, as it should be. We have lives and he has his. It's so difficult for celebrities in this age of mass media to have private lives. (And the word "fan"
derives from the word "fanatic". That doesn't sound too flattering when you really think about it.

Also, there are many thoughts, memories, experiences, and life lessons that I have learned from Gord, but some are so personal and precious that they are mine. I don't even share some of those. They are just a part of the fabric of my life, as I have listened to him for 34 years now, as has my husband. They are interwoven into our marriage of 39 years. It is a beautiful thing.

I only hope that Gord knows that he has, and IS a monumental gift to humanity, for THAT he certainly is.

Perhaps, some of this sounds contradictory, but there is a line between deeply appreciating someone, and trying to put oneself in that person's good graces, only for one's own pleasure, or sense of self-esteem.

Most of all I keep going back to a song that no one ususally mentions..."Stone Cold Sober", because there are a couple of lines in it that have come to be a theme for our marriage.
"I hope that we can see each other often,
That our points of view would blend into each
others,
Like the sea and the horizon.
And the sun will shine upon us,
As we live our lives together."
-GL

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'Rainy day people always seem to know when it's time to call; Rainy day people don't talk, they just listen, till they've heard it all.'- GL

quote:Originally posted by charlene:
Orillia ia a lovely town - very pretty, quiet - great summer spot on the lake and in winter it's beatiful. The whole area is a gorgeous part of Ontario and it's not far from Georgian Bay and Christian Island. There are some fabulous beaches along the shores of Georgian Bay.

Charlene,

How lucky you are to be able to see and experience all of this. To some of us, Orillia, Georgian Bay and Christian Island
all sound just like places in some beautiful
fairytale. (Not places where everyday things take place)



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'Rainy day people always seem to know when it's time to call; Rainy day people don't talk, they just listen, till they've heard it all.'- GL

quote:Originally posted by charlene:
Orillia ia a lovely town - very pretty, quiet - great summer spot on the lake and in winter it's beatiful. The whole area is a gorgeous part of Ontario and it's not far from Georgian Bay and Christian Island. There are some fabulous beaches along the shores of Georgian Bay.

Charlene,

How lucky you are to be able to see and experience all of this. To some of us, Orillia, Georgian Bay and Christian Island
all sound just like places in some beautiful
fairytale. (Not places where everyday things take place)



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'Rainy day people always seem to know when it's time to call; Rainy day people don't talk, they just listen, till they've heard it all.'- GL

Aime, I think you are the jewel. You have such a way of expressing you thoughts about GL. You say so eloquently the same feelings I have about the man. I just always thought other people liked him, but selfishly thought I was one of the few that could simply get lost in his music. I really feel like he formed a lot of my sensitivities and emotions. That's giving him a lot of credit but what I mean is that I learned from him that your actions do have an emotional effect on others.

And now I find that not only do others share my same admiration for him but some of them even know him and have been to some of the places he sings about. Geesh, I can't handle that, I'm overwhelmed! And green with envy. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif

quote:Originally posted by Sentimental:
Aime, I think you are the jewel. You have such a way of expressing you thoughts about GL. You say so eloquently the same feelings I have about the man. I just always thought other people liked him, but selfishly thought I was one of the few that could simply get lost in his music. I really feel like he formed a lot of my sensitivities and emotions. That's giving him a lot of credit but what I mean is that I learned from him that your actions do have an emotional effect on others.

And now I find that not only do others share my same admiration for him but some of them even know him and have been to some of the places he sings about. Geesh, I can't handle that, I'm overwhelmed! And green with envy. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif

Sentimental,

Yes, and it seems like Gord has this uncanny sixth sense, that he could, from the very early days, capture all aspects of human emotion. It ran the gaumet from deep sadness and despair, to elation, and everything in between. He says SO magnificently, what we all feel, but most of us cannot express quite so eloquently. He is our voice and our hearts respond as one. It is SO wonderful to know that, in spite of all this, he is such a kind and humble man. He is one of us, but he is "special", and always will be.


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'Rainy day people always seem to know when it's time to call; Rainy day people don't talk, they just listen, till they've heard it all.'- GL

quote:Originally posted by Sentimental:
Aime, I think you are the jewel. You have such a way of expressing you thoughts about GL. You say so eloquently the same feelings I have about the man. I just always thought other people liked him, but selfishly thought I was one of the few that could simply get lost in his music. I really feel like he formed a lot of my sensitivities and emotions. That's giving him a lot of credit but what I mean is that I learned from him that your actions do have an emotional effect on others.

And now I find that not only do others share my same admiration for him but some of them even know him and have been to some of the places he sings about. Geesh, I can't handle that, I'm overwhelmed! And green with envy. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif

Sentimental,

Yes, and it seems like Gord has this uncanny sixth sense, that he could, from the very early days, capture all aspects of human emotion. It ran the gaumet from deep sadness and despair, to elation, and everything in between. He says SO magnificently, what we all feel, but most of us cannot express quite so eloquently. He is our voice and our hearts respond as one. It is SO wonderful to know that, in spite of all this, he is such a kind and humble man. He is one of us, but he is "special", and always will be.


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'Rainy day people always seem to know when it's time to call; Rainy day people don't talk, they just listen, till they've heard it all.'- GL

quote:Originally posted by talbot10:
[B][QUOTE]Originally posted by Borderstone:
Hey Bill! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif Been reading those "B.C." comics again have you??
HI Border!! Actually I was into Marvel comics. Spiderman and Ironman and those guys!

Hey Bill,
I think "the B" was talkin' to me and my granite tablets, LOL. (Marvel was great back in the day - wish I still had some of those #1s). Peace.

Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif

Also, there are many thoughts, memories, experiences, and life lessons that I have learned from Gord, but some are so personal and precious that they are mine. I don't even share some of those. They are just a part of the fabric of my life, as I have listened to him for 34 years now, as has my husband. They are interwoven into our marriage of 39 years. It is a beautiful thing.

Wonderfully said Aime!
bill



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..*you will always have your time to shine, even in the winter of your darkest hour*...jeremy enigk - http://www.cdbaby.com/billhall

quote:Originally posted by BILLW:
Hey Bill,
I think "the B" was talkin' to me and my granite tablets, LOL. (Marvel was great back in the day - wish I still had some of those #1s). Peace.

Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif

Thanks Bill! Peace as well. have a great week.
bill





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..*you will always have your time to shine, even in the winter of your darkest hour*...jeremy enigk - http://www.cdbaby.com/billhall

quote:Originally posted by talbot10:
That said, the clamore to be the "ones" who are closest to Gord's heart has ruined some friendships and that is sad. In the end, the music is great but individially we likely don't mean jack shit to Gordon Lightfoot or anyone in his inner circle on a personal basis. Not that we should. We are just fans. It would serve most folks here better to remember that and stay friends.
Bill Hall

Nicely said, Bill, and I agree whole-heartedly with your philosophy.

As for CDs being critiqued before they even come out...The Harmony reviews taught me that I'll listen to others opinions, but I won't hold much stock in them until I listen for myself. As an example, after reading all the comments about Harmony, I had an expectation that ended up being way off base. After reading that it wasn't as "produced" as earlier albums (someone even said it was "underproduced" - in a good way, not a negative one), I expected songs stripped down to basics - something closer to an "unplugged" feel - and I pretty much found it to be just as "produced" as his previous albums (those that I've heard, anyway and granted, I've not heard them all). Don't get me wrong, that's not a bad thing and it doesn't make it a bad CD, I was just expecting something very different and was a little disappointed from that perspective (I've gotten over it, though).

Songs and albums strike folks differently and in a broad spectrum of personalities, tastes vary even in the isolated realm of Lightfoot material. I seem to recall a common favorite song for most folks that doesn't make it your favorites list or mine. (I won't mention the title, just in case my memory isn't serving me correctly http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif)

Bottom line is you have to appreciate other opinions, but judge for yourself.

Bill,we obviuosly mean something to Gordon or else he would not have thanked "the net people" at one of his recent concerts.

Gordon has also been around long enough to know that we (not just us here on the site but others as well) as fans mean very much to him. Without fans or as I used to say "avid listners",of his music,what would his songwriting and music mean to anyone but himself and those that truly are closest to him and in his inner circle?

What if he had not become famous in Canada? He'd be a blue collar worker wondering,"what if" this had happened or "maybe if I'd done this differently".

Believe me Bill,we mean something to him,not on a close knit personal level but in a univeral sense that,all his fans are friends because they like him for his words,his music and just who he is. ...and in Canada,I know it means even more than that. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif

Those are my feelings about it and I usually don't say things like this but on this one occaision I will....I know in my heart I am right. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif Later! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/cool.gif

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"A knight of the road,going back to a place where he might get warm." ;) - Borderstone

quote:Originally posted by Borderstone:
Bill,we obviuosly mean something to Gordon or else he would not have thanked "the net people" at one of his recent concerts.

Gordon has also been around long enough to know that we (not just us here on the site but others as well) as fans mean very much to him. Without fans or as I used to say "avid listners",of his music,what would his songwriting and music mean to anyone but himself and those that truly are closest to him and in his inner circle?

What if he had not become famous in Canada? He'd be a blue collar worker wondering,"what if" this had happened or "maybe if I'd done this differently".

Believe me Bill,we mean something to him,not on a close knit personal level but in a univeral sense that,all his fans are friends because they like him for his words,his music and just who he is. ...and in Canada,I know it means even more than that. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif

Those are my feelings about it and I usually don't say things like this but on this one occaision I will....I know in my heart I am right. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif Later! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/cool.gif





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..*you will always have your time to shine, even in the winter of your darkest hour*...jeremy enigk - http://www.cdbaby.com/billhall

quote:Originally posted by Borderstone:
Bill,we obviuosly mean something to Gordon or else he would not have thanked "the net people" at one of his recent concerts.

Gordon has also been around long enough to know that we (not just us here on the site but others as well) as fans mean very much to him. Without fans or as I used to say "avid listners",of his music,what would his songwriting and music mean to anyone but himself and those that truly are closest to him and in his inner circle?

What if he had not become famous in Canada? He'd be a blue collar worker wondering,"what if" this had happened or "maybe if I'd done this differently".

Believe me Bill,we mean something to him,not on a close knit personal level but in a univeral sense that,all his fans are friends because they like him for his words,his music and just who he is. ...and in Canada,I know it means even more than that. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif

Those are my feelings about it and I usually don't say things like this but on this one occaision I will....I know in my heart I am right. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif Later! http://www.corfid.com/ubb/cool.gif



Nicely said Border. I stand corrected.
Peace. Bill

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..*you will always have your time to shine, even in the winter of your darkest hour*...jeremy enigk - http://www.cdbaby.com/billhall