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May at last.
It's Australia's turn now!
Twelve sleeps Fay.
Is anyone else here going to the Sydney concerts?
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I will be there in my Dreams!
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Another fab photo to start our month off luv Ruth
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Jill is going to the Sydney Concert we think we are 3 rows apart??/ANDRE HAS JUST BEEN ON THE LOGIES HE CO PRESENTED MOST POPULAR NEW FEMALE TALENT, HE LOOKS & SOUNDS BEAUTIFULBBBBBBBBBB Beautiful;
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Yippee, it's time for the Australian concerts!You've waited patiently & now it's here. BTW Fay, what exactly is Logies?
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what does BTW stand for or is it private? Andre is here in Adelaide now lucky us.I hope anyone in the USA affected by the horrendous weather will receive assistance to rebuild. thinking of you.Libby/Elizabeth
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Libby, BTW is just an abbreviation of "by the way". I think there are programs in the works for assistance for those who lost so much. The tornadoes went to the south & east of us but we could hear the roar of the wind way up high as it went over us, probably building up speed & power as it swept to the south. Where we live is right along what they call tornado alley,but our town has really only had 2 that I remember & that was enough for me. April & May is usually our worst time for storms like that.
Are you going to see Andre?
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Happy May Day
I am hanging a May basket on everyone's door.
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THANKS for the photo! THANKS for the flowers! Everybody have a happy MONTH!
girls, Jeanine Ann, Josephine, Deirdre you were ALL right. i watched BOND & now i'm all over the place but i'll try to put myself back together again (like Humpty Dumpty)so what,(i say to myself)so i'm jealous, it comes with the territory. but i just wanted to know what was inside (the video, the apple... remember my name?)
and of course after that i needed my fix which i found in The Phantom of the Opera!
i think i'm healing now...
love to everyone, have a fabulous MONTH OF MAY!
p.s. what would i do without this blog??!!
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May brings flocks of pretty lambs
Skipping by their fleecy dams
A very Happy month of May to you all dear friends.May it bring you much joy
Thank you PRUDENCE that is a lovely sentiment xxxx
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HAPPY MAY MONTH TO ALL,MAY EACH DAY BE FILLED WITH LOVE AND THE MOST BEAUTIFUL MUSIC IN THE WHOLE WORLD!!!
Love from Deirdre Kruger in South
Africa! xoxoxoxox
JEANINE ANN, thank you for a stunning start to the month of May!!
I love your welcoming message: "Come to the place where not everything is Black and White." You are such a clever girl!!Andre surely brings color to our world!!
Happy Month of May to you too!! We are looking forward to another fun-filled month with you,Sally and Prudence on the blog!! Thank you my sweet friend!!
Hugs and kisses from Deirdre and Lulu! x
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DEIRDRE, you are quite welcome but the stunning photo was done by you and is a brilliant job! I love it and so will every else my sweetie. Love you much Write to me!
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Sweet JEANINE ANN,
I sent an email with some stunning photos which you can share on the blog! But I don't know if the girls will be up to it! You must decide if their poor hearts will be able to take it. Sorry that I did not write earlier!Love you.xx
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Hi everyone!
Guess who phoned me just now? Jean!
She is still in Manchester. She will ring me next Monday or Tuesday to arrange a date for us to meet! I am so
excited! It was lovely as you know meeting Josephine and soon Jean. If any of you others come to England, do
contact me. It's wonderful making friends like this.
We bought our tumbledown Victorian terraced house in 1983. We never did
any work in the house, because we worked
non-stop for the Red Cross - me full-time and Keith in the evenings and weekends after his full-time job. After I left there for various reasons
we still did not do work in the house and particularly in the garden. Well
Keith has been working non-stop throwing
car loads of rubbish from the garden in the municipal dump, buying a 12' x 8'
greenhouse, etc. Well today he said come downstairs for a surprise. Well I tell you. Wow. There is no rubbish in
the garden, the greenhouse has a beautiful wicker armchair with plump cushion on it, orange, lemon, cherry, apple, plum asnd pear trees. He has also cut up the decking and made raised
flowerbeds to make it easier to bend down with his arthritis full of pansies.
A bench we bought in honour of my mother
is in the garden with an inscription on it, an octagonal wooden table. At the end of the garden which has a fence made of bamboo cane there is a small stone Buddha, St, Francis of Assisi
and a guardian angel He is training roses over the shed and growing vegetables, etc. Then he cooked me a
lovely meal, served me in the greenhouse
to the strains of Mozart, Strauss and
Tschaikovsky broadcast by Classic FM
radio. Aren't I lucky to have such a
hardworking, thoughtful husband? Deirdre, Fay, Jeanine Ann and Judith
you will be receiving your colour supplements shortly, followed a while later by the First Day covers for Jeanine Ann and Fay.
I am floating on air. Probably boasted and bored you too much. Sorry.
Hugs galore from Sylvia, Keith and teddies
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Sylvia, wow! Your greenhouse sounds lovely! Keith is a keeper for sure.
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hi Sylvia, u described it so nicely but how about sending a picture of your garden??!!
i know English gardens have a reputation of being the nicest. it would be nice to have a picture.
hugs, Eve
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Hi SYLVIA. You are a luck lady to have such a wonderful husband. I expect you repay his kindness to you in many other ways. I hope we will have a lovely summer so that you both can sit back and enjoy Keiths hard work.There is nothing tastier or more rewarding that eating your own home grown produce. I have been slaving away in the garden myself today whilst Darrell has been working on his car as he is off to a show tomorrow so I will have a day at home to myself. Probably bake or clean. Sad person that I am can't sit still. Sitting around in a field and admiring other peoples cars is not my cup of tea
Glass of wine time me thinks.
Lots of love and long hot summer days in the garden wishes to you xxx
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Hi Sylvia, I have just sent Jean an e-mail as not sure if she was still in the uk. On my calander for this months reads:- When winds are soft
And the days are warm and clear
Just like a gentle lamb
Then spring is here.
I don't know about soft winds!it is quite windy here, I have some small windmills in my planters outside, they are spinning that fast it's a wonder they have not taken off!!
When I was a child I can remember decorating a broom handle with crepe paper and with friends we danced around the "May Pole", I think in years gone by this was done on a village green, and there was also a May Queen, we used to dress up, each of us wanting to be Queen. luv Ruth
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Hello every one How lucky is Australia. I had a fantastic time at Birmingham on the Friday and Saturday concerts, I do hope Andre comes back soon
Happy May Day to you all
Love Gill
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"welcome as the flowers in May",to all a Happy First of May. Remember the May pole dances? and the May baskets? My grandmother used to sing a song like "I was strolling in the park one day, in the merry ,merry month of May". That's all I can remember now but it always caught my fancy. Andre in Australia, May will be special there.
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Hi Eve!
Keith says he has a bit more work to do in the garden and wants a few more flowers to come out, then he promises he will send a photo of the garden.
By the way, I bought a number of Sun day papers with colour supplements in
them, as my cousin didn't want it I have a spare one of the Royal Wedding
if you want it. However, if you do, you would have to give me your postal
address (on the other email address).
Bye for now. Hugs Sylvia, Keith and teddies
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Oh my giddy Aunt. What is wrong with the male of the species?. The newspapers and internet have been overflowing today from comments of poor deluded males about the derrier of Kate Middletons sister Pippa. Come on boys. get a life. You would never find me myself I or any other girl I know drooling like that over a person ( I nearly said member) of the opposite sex.
We girls are far above that sort of behaviour. Am I right girls? I know Dame Edna said Andre had lovely nether regions but of course she was referring to Holland. Wasn't she?. Happy days y'all xxxx
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Dear sweet GIRLS,
Oh I'm so sorry that I have caused you misery by requesting BOND to join us on the blog!! Haha! I actually had a good time reading your comments. It was so extremely funny and I laughed so loud that my neighbor came to investigate. You are all so cute and made my day!!
Oh JOSE,
We would NEVER,NEVER drool over any person,would we!? Ha-ha, that is really funny!! There is not a bib big enough in the whole world when it comes to a certain person.Oh,I'm so utterly and unashamedly in love!!Beautiful will always be beautiful, no matter how old we get! Hugs to you. xx
EVE,
There you go girl! You survived BOND, now that takes some doing. I am very proud of you. Lovely JEANINE ANN has a hard time in teaching us to share. She succeeded when it comes to sharing Andre on the blog with each other.But when it comes to sharing him with any OTHER women, there is no chance!!Hugs x
HI SYLVIA,
Wow, Keith is awesome and he must love you very much! It is actually easy to love you. You are beautiful, kind and thoughtful! I so wish I could join you for tea in your greenhouse!I'm so glad you are going to meet Jean. Please give her a hug from me! Love to the teddies.x
GIRLS!!
The Guestbook Photo is my gift to you for May.(See I'm sharing!) Andre looks so happy and that smile drives away all blues and depression!Whenever you are feeling down, just look at that photo and remember that Andre loves you too!
Quote for the day:
LAUGHTER IS THE SUN THAT DRIVES WINTER FROM THE HUMAN FACE!
MAY EACH AND EVERY DAY BE FILLED WITH SMILES,WARMTH AND HAPPINESS!Love u XXXX
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hi Deirdre, yes i survived BOND but it wasn't easy!
hope i'm not masochistic but i had to watch twice, NONONO, not BOND (please, i'm only human!) but the TANGO, JJJJALOUSIE! it's a huge wake up call! somehow i still find it hard to wake up. (tell u the truth i don't even want to!)
u mentioned: sharing, and it dawned on me: u, i mean ALL of u are OK with sharing HIM with me! so u accepted me and THAT FEELS GREAT! cos here i was, poor little girl (almost 60) sitting here and feeling sorry for myself and now i have this lovely bunch of dear-sweet FRIENDS. feels great!!
love, Eve
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hi Deirdre, yes i survived BOND but it wasn't easy!
hope i'm not masochistic but i had to watch twice, NONONO, not BOND (please, i'm only human!) but the TANGO, JJJJALOUSIE! it's a huge wake up call! somehow i still find it hard to wake up. (tell u the truth i don't even want to!)
u mentioned: sharing, and it dawned on me: u, i mean ALL of u are OK with sharing HIM with me! so u accepted me and THAT FEELS GREAT! cos here i was, poor little girl (almost 60) sitting here and feeling sorry for myself and now i have this lovely bunch of dear-sweet FRIENDS. feels great!!
love, Eve
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Hi dear Eve, we are just as happy to have you here. It is so wonderful to have so many friends from all over the world. Big Hugs to you!
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sorry, i didn't mean the comment to appear twice but my PC goes crazy sometimes & it keeps writing :RESEND RESEND ...so i resend it.
Sorry, my fault. E.
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Hi EVE. Ye we are a sharing caring bunch of gals on here. We draw the line at sharing with others outside of the 'Fans and Friends Sisterhood' though
Only jokin Anyone who loves Andre must be a caring sharing person because that is the kind of person Andre is
Have a lovely caring sharing day
Lotsaluv
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GIRLS!!
As you all know, I also had the opportunity to meet with Ilse for the first time last Monday.We spent FOUR hours talking about Andre and just Andre! We took photos after wards and Jeanine Ann will put them on as soon as she can. Ilse also sent some photos to share on the blog. But I am now not so sure if I want to share them because I am not sure if your hearts will be able to take it!?It involves a 'certain lady' and chocolates!!Well, I will leave it up to our lovely Moderator to decide what is good for you!I know that she only wants what is best for us. You will have to tell our sweet Jeanine Ann if you would like to see those photos!! They had me pulling out my hair and drinking 20 pots of tea!! Love you all!
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Shirley The Logies is a night where all TV persons, actors, presenters, etc. are honored, the Logie is a tiny statue, I think it was named for a man called Logie Beard???, a Great comedian called Graham Kennedy jokingly called it that & it stuck; A Beautiful Man was on The Today morning Show, ???????????www.ninemsn/today.com.au. I think that will find them, it would'nt hurt to click Andre Rieu interview, as always GOOD, I woke early & I like to slowly wake to the day, a little thought came into my mind maybe He will be on as I believe Himself & Richard Wilkins have built up a safe relationship, I feel a Person like Andre' has to be able to trust the person who does the interview, & they have done a few together, Richard was invited to Maastricht way back, ooooh its lovely to have Him here in Australia, & I think Andre' likes being here also, exciting days ahead Jill, are you feet getting twitchy; JEANINE ANN thank you once again for preparing the blog with beautiful photos, I always look forward to the beginning of the month for The New Heading, never dissapointed purrs to Cotton; SYLVIA your garden sounds great what a beautiful combination,Buddha & St Francis both peacefull persons, I have a small front garden with half a clam shell, Our Lady in a glass ball in the shell surrounded by a rabbit 2 angels many cats, a couple of dogs some roses & a big Rosemary bush that I cut back every ANZAC Day I pass The Rosemary to a man at our Church who comes to all returned Mens funerals, He takes it to the local RSL plus I keep a bit so that a vase of Rosemary can go in front of The Altar, I look at it there & think it ,it means a lot to so many, Golly Andre' has Landed I am so excited beyond words;
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Oh, thank you Fay. It seems it's a lot like our Oscar or Emmy awards. I did find the Today site but your link didn't seem to work. I listened to the 2 interviews on there.Richard Wilkins I've heard before & does good interviews. Your concerts should be exceptional this year what with the Seekers being there too. You'll have to tell us all about it.
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Try www.today.ninemsn.com
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Hi Maxin, Thank you for the link, it is great watching the clips of our MAN. luv Ruth
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for those of you interested Google Logie it will explain all, click the wickapedia site??;;
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Dear Fay,
John Logie Baird discovered television. Could the Logies be named after him? I will never Google anything as I think Google is unprincipled and a company that wants to
take over the world. Saying that, you probably think I am nuts. Hugs Sylvia
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You are correct. The Australian TV Awards were named after John Logie Baird who invented TV way back in the 1920's yet black & white TV did not come to Australia until 1956 for the Melbourne Olympics.
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Fay is doing much better than me at catching Andre on our TV shows.
I tuned in to the start of the Logies, but they didn't say Andre was going to be on so I didn't watch it, and now I've missed him on the morning show as well. I could kick myself.
I watched several newscasts last night hoping to see him arrive in Australia but nothing was mentioned - maybe tonight I'll be lucky.
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The Logies are definately named after the inventor of television, John Logie Baird, I don't normally watch this program but I definately watched last night. Each and every sighting of Andre is just lovely.
We don't have May Day celebrations here in Australia probably because we are heading for cold old winter but I can wish a merry May Day to all those experiencing Spring weather.
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Sylvia you are not nuts & you are so right, John Logie Baird was a Scotsman, & our Graham Kennedy Jokingly called the little statue A Logie & it has stuck, boy what a weekend First The Wedding, Sundays paper had good pictures , but todays has A 25 page colored lift out for 2$ extra its full of glorious pictures, alas the same paper has 1 tiny photo of Andre' with Suzy Kellermans boob almost falling out onto His chest, she does have big ones, poor Andre', I don't know women seem to throw themselves at Him, meow meows scratch scratch; Then of course we have The Beatification Of John Paul II, a nun cured overnight of Parkinsons disease,now she is a lucky lady;
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Hi All,
The winning lady that Andre presented the award to last night on the Logies has a show on in the mornings on TV. This morning Andre was on the show chatting to 4 women and they asked if he could stay and help them to do a cooking segment.
He peeled and chopped the apple, I was a bit worried about the large knife he was using. When the winner accepted the award she commented that she wished she was 30 years older! I think she liked Andre, she also said that she was 6 mths pregnant.
I am really looking forward to being spoilt in the next few weeks and can't wait until the Sydney concerts.
He also said that he was nervous as presenting an award was so different as he always has his violin with him. They asked about his grandchildren and he mentioned that Marc no longer lives in Maastricht.
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Good morning dear friends from a bright breezy chilly UK. Feels like Autumn again. The breeze has blown down lots of leaves and bits and bobs off the trees all over the garden.
It's yet another Bank Holiday and Darrell has gone off to a car show so I am home alone. Anyone fancy afternoon tea an Andre DVD and a glass of bubbly? Wouldn't that be great if we could do that.
DEIDRE. Why do you torment us so? I will have to look with MY EYES WIDE SHUT. Have a super lovely day xx
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Hi ELIZABETH.As far as I know BTW is modern talk for By The Way as LOL is for Laugh Out Loud.The youngsters have invented their own language and we have got drwn into it My son once sent me a text with Deffo in it. I told him not to be so rude as I thought he was meaning he already told me something and I didn't hear it. He said no Mum that means definitely !! Oh well They know what they are talking about
MAXINE Thank you for the link. I love to hear Andre speak. Wonder if he understands these new words and abbreviations
Hope you all enjoy your Concerts. I am sure you will and seeing The Seekers again will be great.I absolutely love it when Australians sing I am, You are, We are Australian on Live in Sydney
Lots of love xxx
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Hi everyone, happy day for America. Bin Laden is dead. Congratulations to our Military!
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At least we buried him in a more honorable way than
he did to the victims of the World Trade Center towers, many who were
from about 90 different countries. 3,000 deaths in all.
I can't say I am sorry to see him killed because the pain he caused still
lives on today.
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VIVA AMERICA!
You beautiful strong people!
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Guess what! the newly weds, William and Catherine are going to spend part of their honeymoon here, in Transylvania!
i just heard the news.(hope it's true!) Prince Charles has an estate here, not far from my home town.
the next i would like to hear is that a certain, very much loved Dutch violinist is going to spend some time here in Romania, giving a fabulous concert. wouldn't that be nice!!
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Iconcur whole heartedly everyone, I am happy the Americans have put paid to t his wicked wicked man Have a lovely day wherever you are
Luv and hugs xxxx Margaret
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Thank you Margaret! Hugs to you
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HAPPY ANDRE DAY TO ALL!!
Bin Laden is dead,we are friends and we are all willing and able to share our Andre!!What a beautiful day!!
EVE and JOSE
You are so right! We are willing to share Andre with each other and with CERTAIN people on the outside! We will look at the Andre photos with Barbara and her chocolates, with our hands(with fingers wide open) over our eyes!Haha!
FAY,
This Suzy Kellermans girl is walking on thin ice!! But I think our Andre likes a woman who is beautiful and not one that THINKS she is beautiful. He can instantly recognize beauty from within!
GIRLS,
We had an Andre Day today. I invited friends over and we watched Live in N.Y. The hot favorites were: My Way, Sister Act, Music of the Night, Don't cry for me Argentina and Hallelujah! We all agreed that Andre plays the most beautiful music in the whole world and that is the most handsome man in the universe!!WE ALL LOVE HIM!! So you see, I did my bit of sharing today!!
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
The girls are so eager to see the chocolate photos of Andre and Barbara. They have their oranges and eggs ready!!Haha! Love you my sweetie friend!
Wishing ALL a Rieully lovely Andre Day, filled with beautiful music,played by a gorgeous man with a violin!!
Love you all !! xoxox
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CONGRATULATIONS AMERICA, what else could a person say, this evil person has got his reward, GOOD will always triumph over evil
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Thank you Fay. It took a while but finally it happened! Hugs to you, Narelle and Jasper (Meow)
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Here are the Andre and chocolate photos. Please don't throw the eggs and tomatoes at me!! haha Hugs
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HUH A moment on the lips an inch on the hips. One person here can't afford that and it's NOT ANDRE I'm referring to !!! HaHa Meow meow Happy day to you all xxx
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I did'nt think to go to channell 10, oh well, what a weekend it has been, ANDRE' IS in AUSTRALIA I want to shout that from the roof tops, That Suzy Kellerman with her body on Andre's chest leaves nothing to the imagination, Her body is disgusting, very unnatural, bigger than cows udders Yuk , why do women enlarge themselves< if you are only VERY small a little larger is ok But she is the biggest I have ever seen, not a nice site, Well tonight Himself is in Adelaide, I just feel happy knowing He is here, 11 more sleeps we are getting a little excited & then some, Thinking back to the weekend so much has happened The Wedding, The Beatification of John Paul, The Logies which is a big deal in Australia, & THE BIGGEST ANDRE' IS IN AUSTRALIA; & that horrible person has his just rewards, fancy shielding yourself with you wife what a cowardly act;
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Thank goodness that another evil person is no longer with us. Just hope and pray that there are no repercusions, were lives could be lost. We in some parts of the UK wil have to be on guard for outbreaks of trouble. luv to all of my friends on the blog Ruth
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Wow, its only May 2nd, and this blog is really filled. Took me two days to read. ha ha. Ya snooze, ya loose, eh? Oh yea, had my stitches removed from my hand today. Aren't ya glad I took the time to mention this bit? Have a great day!
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Oh Judith my dear I didn't even know you had surgery. Hope you are doing well. I would have prayed for you had I known. I pray for you every day but I would have said an extra prayer. Take care of yourself. Love and hugs to you.
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Judith what did you do to your hand? they are a very important part of your anatomy its hard to do things with hands that don't function well, I have sat most of this morning watching The Beatification, I found it Moving & Beautiful, Right & Proper for such a Great Person & Pope;;; JAN McG. where are you we don't read much from you these days, He will soon be in your State, what sort of a state will you be in Ha Ha; Helen I think Andre' is ok with knives He cooked on The Morning Show when He was here in 2009 He said when He is home He always cooks, we have a cd FEAST with some of His recipes on the enclosed booklet, He uses a lot of butter;
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Some evil has been removed from our Earth, congratulations to those brave Americans,just hope there will be no repercussions in the future.
Andre is everywhere here at the moment and it is great. I remember him saying once that the day before he became ill he had driven to Belgium to see granchildren, I presume Marc's babies. He also said he had only 1 beer on that day.
Such a lot happening in the World at present, hope the next event is a happy one for everyone although it would be hard to please everybody.
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Maxine thank you for the link to the Today Show,I hate to miss hearing Andre speak.
Cheers
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Help! I am not getting any email on the blog!Also I didn't get Andre with Bond.
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Hi like Brenda I havent been able to get any photos of Bond etc on the blog am I missing out somewhere or am I doing something wrong luv and hugs xxx Margaret.
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Hmmm
I wouldn't bother!
I was quite upset at Bond's Display - especially the dark-haired one - she was like an abandoned Gipsy with her legs akimbo and flinging her hair everywhere - her skirt was so short I am sure anyone in the front row could have seen her knickers (if she had any on!!!!) Not my sup of tea!
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Hi Gloria, Thought it was just me, hence did not comment, All seemed to be dressed evocatively. Its a long time since I heard that saying "legs akimbo" Luv Ruth
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Hi BRENDA This often happens to me that I stop receiving emails so I just Re subscribe and tick both boxes. Hope this helps. Lots a luv and not long to Maastricht 82 days I think xxx
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Ooooooooooooooh I feel a bit jealous here!!
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Hi Josephine,
Thanks for the advice - will try that.Just had 12 emails waiting for me so maybe a "log jam".
Is it really only 82 days - had not counted up yet!
Love,Brenda
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Dear everyone!
Please could you tell me when your Mother's Day is, say in USA, Australia
and Europe. In England Mothering Sunday
is in March. Also has any country put
their clocks forward or back, say Australia? Although the last 2 or days here in London have been sort of
sunny, it has been very cold. I am
sitting next to the fire. Maybe its because of my low thyroid. I have just
been reading "The Ballad of Reading Gaol" by Oscar Wilde. I recommend it
enormously. By the way, in the Old Testament there is "A Woman of Worth who
can find - her price is far above rubies". I think this describes Jeanine Ann particularly. Our Andre
Rieu tulups bloomed quickly in the garden and now are dying. Boo,hoo.
Bye for now. Hugs from Sylvia, Keith and
all the teddies, particularly me Isadore
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sweet Sylvia, Mothers' Day is celebrated on May 2nd here, in Europe.
when i was a kid, in the communist regime, Mothers' Day was celebrated together with Woman's Day, on March 8th.
but that was only in the short communist period (approx. 60 years!)before 1945 it was celebrated on May 2nd, too.
the weather is nasty here too, very cold & cloudy. now's the time for ruby-colored hot tea and good music. guess who's playing now his magic violin??!!
love, E.
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Dear Girls
Is Barbara Wussow really "feeding" Andre chocolates!?What will certain ladies do to get our Darlings attention!? I never thought of chocolates!! Hugs to all!
JUDITH,
Welcome back girl,we Rieully missed you! You missed out on a TANGO with Andre and BOND enjoying Andre,OR was it just the other way around? Hugs xx
JOSE
I just came back from the dentist. Root canal!!!Ouch!!I need an Andre DVD fix!!x
Wishing all a Rieully super fantastical Andre Day, filled with wonderful! xxx melodies!
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Josephine
I soooooooooooooo sympathise - I had root canal work about 4 years ago - left me very bruised and in a lot of pain. Hope you soon feel good!
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RUTH,
How is the little Granbaby doing? Bet she is a little !
FAY and JILL,
How many days left?? You are very reserved!? HAHA
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
Only 202 days to go and counting!! The Girls are awfully quiet about the photos! Maybe they are in shock!! Warm hugs and meow from Lulu xx
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Hi Deirdre Thank you for asking how new granbaby doing,have been today as Dave (Becci's better half) is back at work. Isabella is coming along,athough Becci has put her on formula as she was having problems with feeding, mainly being very, very sore. Isabella is awake at night and sleeping during the day.Mind you Isabella is being sick after her feeds, anyway midwife been today and said this is normal when changing to formula, she now weighs 7lb 9oz her birth weight was 6lb 10oz. Lillie is a little love to, she gently rocks the crib and says sh,sh it's ok Izie and get things for Becci when Izie needs chaging, so that is a good thing. I to have been to dentist today for another tooth out, had one out last week, then I have a couple more fillings and hopfully I am have a part denture fitted, then I won't frighten Isabella when she can see my face!Luv Ruth
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Dearest Jeanine Ann, what you did - do - on this blog is amazing. i know there's a whole team involved - but you're the beating heart of the blog! so much good energy! and it's all about LOVE. i think when shared, love doesn't become any less, there's more and more of it.
thank you so much for bringing ANDRE into my life and into my heart!
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Deirdre, Barbara is feeding André ONE Mozartkugel, the other one he stole from her plate. Don´t you know that chocolate is THE love Elixir????????? Was he not still good looking in 2OO1?, now Grandpa is getting rounder around the waste, haaaaaaaaa!
Hurray Osama Bin Laden is finally in the Dschehena where he belongs.
Mother´s day is here next Sunday!!!
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i love him around the waste, too!
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More to cuddle up to Inge !! XX
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I absolutely LOVE him now he is a bit rounder (like me!!!) I would love to get up close and give him a squeeze!!
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Liebe Inge!
Does next Sunday mean 7th May and is that everywhere except England? Also
what on earth is "Dschehena"?
Josephine: I feel so sorry for you. Although I have never had it done, I have heard it is not very nice. Are you hurting now or feeling sore? I do
hope you will feel your usual self soon.
Bye everyone. Hugs Sylvia etc.
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Dschehenna is another word for hell. i'm not sure about the origin of the word though, i guess it's Hebrew. it's in the Bible too.
why does Mothers' Day have different dates??
hugs to everyone, E.
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Hi EVE Checked out very informative Wikipedia about Mothers Day. Seems in different countries they chose days already existing honouring Motherhood. IE Virgin Mary Day in Catholic Countries Some countries however use Historical dates of battles that women participated in.Big Hugs xxxx
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Where is our favourite lady Jeanine Ann today? Hope nothing wrong with pussy cat cotton again? Hope your dear self and Clyde are ok. I know you have a life other that us pesky people here so I hope you are out enjoying yourself somewhere Lots of love and hugs xxx
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As a matter of fact JOSEPHINE I was out shopping with my sister which is my other life. I thought I had better put some photos on in case you think I ran away. No chance. Have lots to do here on the blog but I needed some things and so did Clyde so we all went to the outlets. You know how men are, they will let clothes fall off their bodies before they will shop for anything so we women must do it. Sorry about that root canal. Never had one, never want one.
DEIRDRE my sweet friend sorry about your root canal. Gee it must be going around! Will email you at 5:00 my time. HUGS to all
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Some photos for all of you!!!! Hugs I did not see the lines on the first photo when I brought it in. Don't know if it is in the original or not.
This photo belongs to Janet Dean
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Hi FAB, FAB Photo's thank you luv Ruth
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OOOOH THIS IS JUST TOO MUCH FOR ME! !!!
After my root canal I am still feeling a bit weak and when I looked at these lovely new photos, I .....Oh goodness but Andre is the most beautiful,gorgeous and stunning looking man in the WHOLE UNIVERSE!!!!!! Thank you sooooo much my sweet JEANINE ANN!!
You are Rieully the best and deserve a break from the blog and our never ending demands. You are the best and always bring out the best in us! Just look at me, I am sooooo in LOVE and sooooo full of smiles. This a WONDERFUL BLOG!!! Thank you for EVERYTHING my sweetie!xx
HEY GIRLS, I also went for a root canal today!(Sob)So dear Gloria, I also need a hug!!I am still in PAIN, but the new photos make it better!! Hugs
SYLVIA and EVE,
Our Mother's Day here in South Africa is Sunday, May 8!
OH MARGARET,
Don't listen to the girls. You DID miss out. BOND,eh I mean ANDRE was just great on stage with BOND!
RUTH,
I am so glad Isabella is doing fine.You sound like a good Granny and she will love you with or without teeth!!Haha!
DEAR INGE,
I agree with the girls. Andre maybe is a bit more round around the waist,but now there is more of him to love!!I do know that Andre also likes wine and that is why I gave him a lovely bottle of wine at our concert. He is a man that enjoys his food,wine,chocolates, music...He is a joyful man!! OH , and how I enjoy HIM!! Have I said enough to convince you that I will NEVER see anything wrong when it comes to Andre!!He is Perfect in every way!!!JEANINE ANN and I will ALWAYS only see the good and never the bad and the ugly!! Haha
GIRLS, I wish you a most glorious and wonderful Andre Day!!
La vie est belle! Australian concerts are around the corner for all our Australian girls!!
Oh HAP HAP HAPPY DAYS!!!!!!
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Deirdre
Sorry about your root canal treatment - no fun!
Sending you lots of hugs but I guess you really need some hugs from the handsome fella with the violin!!
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Here is a beautiful poem from Eve! Thank you Eve.
MEMORIES
Walking bare foot on the beach,
On the hot and wet sand
I was watching seagulls leap
Reaching for your warm hand.
When our fingers crossed and locked
You turned to me and smiled,
So radiant with love and joy,
Your sparkling eyes so bright.
Wind was starting now to breathe,
Blue clouds floating lightly,
Waves were swinging in the breeze,
The horizon empty.
We were alone and so in love,
And so truly happy.
You sealed my lips with kisses sweet
And held me, loved me gently.
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Hi Eve as Jeanine Ann this is a beautiful poem luv Ruth
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Truly Beautiful Eve.xxx
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DEIRDRE, have you seen this photo? I had it on but don't know if you were here with us.
Love and hugs
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OOOH JEANINE ANN. What a picture to take to bed in my mind. I shall have the sweetest dreams tonight. This is FABULOUS.Those beautiful blue eyes are definitely looking in my direction
Sweet Andre dreams to you all xxx
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Hi Jeanine Ann, this photo takes my breathe away, that look makes my knees go to jelly, thank you luv Ruth
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Speechless, unconscious, deliriously in complete awe of this man and his Big Blue Eyes that say everything to each and everyone of us every minute of the day. Tonight, especially for moi, I was in such total hand p-a-i-n. I gave this a concentrated falling deeper and deeper into those mesmerizing eyes and
by golly, no p-a-i-n. (don't I wish) but the pain just became so much LESS the longer I looked him eye to eye. Ooh la la. What a man.
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i forgot to add something:
I LOVE'M I LOVE'M I LOVE'M!!
he is thousands of times more beautiful -sweet- and - sexy than he was at a younger age!
HE IS HOT!!!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME,HAPPY B DAY DEAR DEIRDRE, HAPPY B DAY TO ME!!!
OOOOOh sweet JEANINE ANN, what have I done to deserve this?! It must be my birthday! Thank you so much,I will take this photo with me to Dreamland tonight.Those eyes tell me that: "I'm yours."Josephine took the photo with her last night,now it is my turn! You see sweetie,we ARE sharing on this blog!
THANK YOU MY SWEET FRIEND,LOVE U 2 BITS!
ONLY 201 DAYS TO GO SWEETIE!!!!!!!
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Goodness me!!
I could drown in those eyes!
I am glad he is not 30-40 now - I couldn't imagine being in love with a young man - let's leave it to Madonna, Demi Moore, Lulu etc.
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Hi Josephine, Just had a thought, next time your nephew comes around you could get him the alter the Bond girls, ie devil horns, black eyes, big ears etc but not touch OUR MAN! and then put it on the blog!!!!!!luv Ruth
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Oh Ruth, I love the way you think! That is a sure 'cure' for naughtiness even if all was done in a clean little prank. I am sure the message will sink in very fast. Ruth and Josephine please let us know if you carried out retaliation? My ear and eye will be peeled to the blog.
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couldn't agree more!!
E.
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Oh Jeanine Ann you are so precious you trully know our needs I cannot put words to my feelings about those beautiful Photos, the last one is on the top of my bookcase it looks down on me daily, Still it's THE EYES, they do it for me everytime,we have 9. more sleeps, how does one sleep when you know HE is so close, we are soooooo excited, that word does'nt even come close to my feelings & I have to keep Narelle a little calm, to all those asking re Mothers Day it is always the 2nd. Sunday in May reguardless of the date, & Fathers Day is the 1st. Sunday in September,we need to keep things simple for us Ozzie's, we always remember those Sundays no excuses for forgetting, I went back to African Dream last night, now I have found the zoom button on my remote, to see how often Andre' shed tears of emotion, are we not fortunate that He allows us to share these beautiful moments, DEIRDRE; I lent your photo disc to a friend to look at, she came back next day & said she could'nt get to bed until 3am. she said you tell that Lady she is SPECIAL to share such lovely photo's, I wonder how the concert in Adelaide went last night? we have not heard any news here but thats normal take care all have A Rieully Great Day, The sun is shining here its been a bit of a stranger lately,maybe its shining for Andre';
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On my last post, I completely forgot to 'thank' Jeanine Ann for that miraculous blue-eyed photo of that man....:}
Eve, your poem is very touching, beautiful, between Andre's blue eyes and your beautiful poetic love words, I can tolerate pain tonight. Seriously, you have another heart felt winner of a poem. Thank You for again sharing.
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Deirdre - I don't feel at all 'reserved'. Am trying to contain my excitement so as not to make myself sick.
ONLY 9 SLEEPS.
I'm anxious to hear how the Adelaide concert went last night too Fay. I was hoping someone might have been able to tell us here, but no luck it seems. I was thinking of him every minute from 8pm till 11pm.
I've been very busy the last couple of days organising a bus to go from the town where I live to Dubbo to Mary Duff's concert on 9th August. It's only taken two days and word of mouth to fill the bus, so I'm thrilled to bits.
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The third one down is too young for me I would feel like a cradle snatcher, plus I love those silver side burns they are sexy; Deirdre I hope your mouth is a little better poor you, I have outgrown all that my teeth come out at night, did you like the seniors wedding I had a good laugh at that one
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Dear JEANINE ANN and FAY,
Sharing is what this blog is all about!! I am glad to share my concert photos with you and are glad that you can share it with others that also appreciates and loves our Darling.He is sharing his love,passion and music with all of us and has brought all of us lovely people together! What a man and I love him soooo much!! Hugs
Dear sweet JANINE ANN,
I missed the beautiful photo last night, but will look at it again before I go to bed tonight. Then I don't have to share him with sweet Josephine! Haha!! Thank you my friend, I LOVE IT!!!!Hugs and kisses xxx
EVE,
Your poem is SO BEAUTIFUL!! xxx
RUTH,
The boys will not disfigure BOND, they will fall madly in love with them!! Rather give them to some girls on the blog,they will most definitely know what to do with Bond!! Haha xx
Oh, what a unique group of people we are!! Love you all and a blessed Andre Day! xxx
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Good morning dear friends on what looks like is going to be a warm sunny UK day.Off to see my Mum today so will probably take her for a drive to the sea. My baby sister in New Zealands birthday today.She will be 48 (she won't mind me telling you her age) Nice age to be
RUTH. Yes I think that is a great idea letting my nephew loose on Bond. On second thoughts he is 15 years old. At an impressionable age.Don't think he should look at anything like that !!!
Dear DEIDRE. Hope your tooth has settled down.I feel for you having to keep your mouth open for an hour.I nearly got lockjaw !!Tragic!!
Have a lovely happy sunny warm Andre day dear friends xxx
PS Watching Flying Dutchman AGAIN
It is fast becoming one of my favourites
xxx
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STUNNING!
i wonder what ingredients the Good Lord used when he created HIM? (stardust? manna dew? ...)
HE is PERFECT!
and: don't you think he looks vulnerable here ?
he NEEDS to be cuddled!! OH GOD!
how am i supposed to go on with my afternoon when all i see is: BLUE EYES??!!
thank you, Jeanine Ann, from the bottom of my heart!
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Hi EVE. Yes that is a good question. The saying goes that little girls are made of sugar and spice and all things nice and little boys are made os slugs and snails and puppy dogs tails !!!
Have a happy Andre day Lots of hugs and smiles to you xx
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well JOSEPHINE, if you mean slug, the small snail-like animal, i don't know?!(haaaa)
but if u mean slug, like: bullet (infml. American Engl.), you're right. i was hit by that bullet! (and i know YOU were too!!)
love ya!! kisses & hugs,
"spicy" E.
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Hi Eve, That is a good one, would never have thought of that! luv Ruth
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Question ladies, besides my head at an Andre concert - what is spinning??
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That's easy: WE are spinning around HIM.
ANDRE is the Sun of our Solar Adoring System.
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Jeanine Ann, there is an other explanation for "spinning" in German it means: either with a spinning wheel or being NUTS, CRAZY, LOONY. look it up, haaaaaaaa!
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Oh Inge my dear friend, I am such a HAPPY NUT OR LOON!!!!!!! If this be madness, then so be it!! I just know I would NOT be happy without Andre and his music. Big Hugs to you
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Oh Fay,
Don't you know--the sun shines WHEREVER
Andre is!!
Enjoy your concerts all those who still have them to look forward to.Just wish I could be there too-seeing him once in London is definitely not enough!!
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Sylvia, Dschehena is the Arabic word for hell.
Yes the 8th of May is here and in Germany mother´s day, always the second Sunday in May.
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can anyone answer me this: does Andre have his wax-figure in Mme Tussaud's Museum??
i couldn't find any answers on the net.
p.s. i have BLUE EYES on my screen saver now!
love to everyone!
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Hi Eve, Not sure if someone mentioned this before on the blog. Think the general feeling was that the wax-figure would have to chained down as it would disappear!!!!! I wonder why???? luv Ruth
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Yes, i have a general idea about why it would disappear. it's a shame though!
HE should have a huge wax figure up somewhere on a pedestal so no one can reach him. he has done more than any politician, artist or anyone else: he makes people HAPPY, he makes them feel equal, he brought down the barriers, there's no difference between fan & fan, music lover & music lover.
no age difference, nothing!
there would be one problem though: there is no artist in the world who could reach to such a perfection in making that wax figure! HE IS INIMITABLE, impossible to copy impossible to repeat!
i'm so grateful that he EXISTS!
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Jeanine Ann, thak you for another wonderful photo of our Andre, its made me feel very happy again as it seems a long long time since I went to the Birmingham concert, it was so wonderful but now oh so far away listening to comments on his Australian tour, but suddenly feeling closer and more alive again seeing his photo which you have so kindly shared with us. luv and hugs Margaret xxxxx
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DEAR JUDITH. I am so sorry you are in pain. What exactly have you had done. Is it the Carpal Tunnel op? Hope it soon eases.Thinking of you. Lotsaluv xxx
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Dear friends!
My computer technician from Zuumedia has
just gone through my computer and said that all of you who have my private email address should NEVER open any links from me or anyone because that was a spammer. Now I know one of you has done the link, but the technician
says that as 99% of people have antivirus on their computers, there will
be no problems. The only thing you will ever get from me is a Jacquie Lawrence gift card. Sorry. Mea culpa.
By the way English friends don't do the
free trial of Uniblue Register. He says that is a scam as well. Now that
he has made my laptop whole again, I might not get all the Viagra ads and
people wanting to give me £3,000,000 etc. Bye for now.
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Hi Sylvia, This sounds a bit like I had with Internet Defender!!, If I had not asked my daughter about it and filled in my bank details to buy this non existing programme they would probably have wiped my bank accout out!!
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Hi Deirdre and Josephine, Yes think you both could be right, no good corrupting young minds!!!!!.Think my 1st idea was better. luv Ruth
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Dear FAY,
I just loved that Senior's Wedding. It was unbelievably funny.Especially where he says that he will be sleeping on the chair because there were more parts of his wife than what was in bed!! I have been battling with this particular tooth even before my Andre Concert in Cape Town and have lost a few kilos because of it.! My problems are not yet over and I need to see the dentist again in three weeks time. Last night I would not have minded to take my teeth out and put it in a cup next to my bed HAhha! Hugs to you and Nelly and a meow from Lulu to Jasper! xx
GIRLS and GUYS,
Does anyone know who the soprano's are that are touring with Andre in Australia!? Kimmy and Mirusia will definitely be there. Does anyone know if Carmen is there too?
JOSE,
I have watched 'Live in New York' again and maybe that is my favorite at this moment. Lovely solos from our Darling. Oh which DVD to choose, they are all spectacular because a gorgeous man with a violin is the Maestro!! Hugs too
JUDITH,
Please tell us what exactly was done to your hand. We are a very curious bunch of girls AND we would like to sympathize with you. That is what we do. We love, we hate (Bond and Barbara), we cry, we share and we are all madly in love and mesmerized by a wonderful creature with stunning blue eyes. Isn't that true EVE!! Hugs
FAY and JILL,
Oh HAP HAP HAPPY DAYS!! Only 8 sleeps to go!! Please take me with you, pleeeeease!! I promise I will behave!!
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
How did it go with Cotton today? I hope your kitty is fine. We all love her very much and we all love you too!! You are the BEST MODERATOR any blog can ever wish to have!! Thank you for being so good to all of us. There is no rainy day on the blog!! Love u more each day!
Wishing ALL a supermarveltastical Andre Day !! Love
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Ha Ha just went back to look at The Photos even the camera is spell bound those lines highlight His Beautiful Eyes, no news here about Andre's concerts if he threw a hissy fit you'd read or hear about it, sadly good happy news does'nt sell magazines or papers, I am counting down, 1 week to go, I am wishing a week to go FAST; DEIRDRE do you have some new pussy additions to your Family congratulations
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Jill if you go on to Andre'Rieu.com & go to news you will find some photos of both concerts, The Seekers look so good, I can hardly wait, have finally decided what to wear, black trousers with a long line dusty pink blouse, Narelle will possibly have black tights, grey top & a red cape, I hope we have a reasonable view, or our necks will be sore from watching the big screen, I do have a pr of binoculars, we will get there about 6pm I think that gives us 2 hrs. to have a cuppa, visit the ladies & brouwse the gift shop, oooo I am so excited;
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hi sweet JUDITH, pain is worse than anything! it wouldn't let u live. i hope your hand is healing now - i don't know why u needed surgery in the first place though ??!!
u are so right: THOSE pair of blue eyes have a magic power, yes, they can heal!
love to u & get well soon!. E.
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Fay, I had to laugh about your comment at the "Rose from Elizabeth" , those pants are really terrible, watch out your head is rolling, when the "die in the wool fans" read that, but I think you are right.
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HaHa Inge You're a scream. Well Fay I DO like Andre in those checked trousers.I think they suit his loooong loooovely legs. Places him apart from the run of the mill.Makes him a little bit different and non conformist. If he chooses to wear his up market pyjamas in my company who am I to complain. Except unfortunately he wasn't in my company. He was in Lucky Elizabeth's company. Not long now anyway till you see him in his best bib and tucker
Byeeee Hugs xxx
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haha, those pants were kind of a shock to me at first because I'd never seen him wear something like that. But come to think of it, it's a very sporty look. We see those around the golf course all the time. One thing about it, Andre's one of those guys who isn't afraid of color. But the plaid pants was a surprise.
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To anyone who listens:
those eyes know a lot more than we'd ever know!
there's a melancholic touch to HIS eyes: the whole wonderful world is there.
can't take my eyes off HIS eyes - i'm absorbed! i'm just sitting here hypnotized (3rd day since those eyes appeared on the blog & i can't get enough of them eyes. i enhanced the pic & now it covers the whole screen)
there's a perfect symmetry on that beautiful luminous face: eyes, nose, lips (Ohhhhh) what an artist was HE who performed such PERFECTION!!
UNREAL!
JEANINE ANN, you have NO idea what you've done to me - you and OUR IDOL!
bye for now, a Girl Gone Crazy
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Has anyone been to the concert in Adelaide..... did they play the second waltz..... lets hope so....5 more sleeps..... B row.... yes second row from the front....... photos for everyone to see! and wednesday night D row.... four rows from the front...more photos.........can't wait to see Andre, JSO and The Seekers...... Tess
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hi Tess, you mean 5 more sleeps & u're gonna see him??!! lucky u, lucky anyone who comes second-row-close to HIM!
photos? can't wait.
love and hugs to u, enjoy, ENJOY! Eve
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Haaaaaaaaa, I just love to needle you CRAZY NUT CASES, Eve , only a poet can see what you do, I do not see that, but on the other hand a guy with a poem could have never ever wooed me, I am a Pisces and they are suppose to be poetic, I guess that has bypassed me with my Lyon ascendant, haaaaaaaa!
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Well come on then INGE What would a man have to do to make your heart beat faster and win your affection? Do tell
Love and hugs xxx
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NUTCASE! haaaaa that's putting it mildly!
INGE, u made me laugh with tears!! so good!
i've totally gone crazy and what is even more weird is that it actually feels good!
i've been so damn serious and sad for the last 10-12 years, i kindda forgot what it was like to laugh.
now i'm back to my "normal" self again & u girls have a HUGE share in it. fact.
now i feel great (and in love), happy (and in love), content (and in love), optimistic (and in love) a.s.o.
so grateful to ALL of you and to a certain "Gorgeous Blue Eyed God" that descended from Mount Olympus just to make us feel happy (and in love)......
and it goes on and on.
love u 2! Nutcase NR x, Eve
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Oh INGE,FAY and SHIRLEY!!!!
Girls, you are walking on very thin ice here!! How could you criticize our Darling man!!Oooooh he looks good in just about ANYTHING. He wears bold colors which tells me that he has a lot of confidence. That's my man!! Ah, he will even look good in ski-pants!! JOSE, can you imagine those long athletic legs and strong beautiful calves in ski-pants!! Oh boy ,Oh boy!! But I must admit that he looks at his best in his concert clothes. He looks so dreamy and passionate in his tux! Oh what a man, what a performer!!! I am so totally a woman so in love!! Aye ...(sigh) !!
FAY,
I adopted Juandre's cat, Emery. He is not allowed any pets in the complex where he now resides. Emery is a Ginger Cat and he is extremely lovable and walks amongst the dogs like a real cool dude! Lulu just loves him and they became very good friends. During holidays Lientjie,Armand's cat, will also come visit. I love all three of them. Lulu sends a meow hug to Jasper!
TESS,
Did you mention concerts AND photos!!!OOOH Girl I cannot wait,can I come with you to the concert? Pleeeeease!!
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
How are you girl? So many girls are going to concerts, isn't it exciting! We will get so many feedbacks and will constantly be in touch with our Darling!!Hope Cotton is doing fine!? I just came back from my spinning class and was totally exhausted. But one look into those deep blue eyes revived my spirit and I'm once again floating on Cloud 9!! Oooh Andre does wonders for me! Thank you for those photos!! I just know that you agree with me and Josephine, Andre can wear ANYTHING, he will ALWAYS look gooooood! Love you so much my sweetie! ONLY 200 DAYS TO GO!!
FAY ans Jill
SEVEN days to go!!Whoopee. I think I am even more excited than you!! Hugs xx
Wishing ALL a glorious Andre Day!! XXXX
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ho,ho,ho Deirdre. Girl you've been "spinning" way too much now. It's making you dizzy.
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Dear DEIDRE. Tell me please just what goes on at this Spinning Class. Do you stand on your head and spin round and round.You better slow down a bit girl before you spin too fast and completely take off into orbit. Up Up and away.You will get to the moon before Andre does!!
OH NO I know what you are up to. You are going to copy SLEEPING BEAUTY and prick your finger on the spindle and fall asleep and then AND THEN you are hoping PRINCE ANDRE will come along and Awaken you with a KISS. Am I right. You minx.Lots of love xxxxx
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Hi Deirdre, What is your spinning class? luv Ruth
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We are all spinning I think,my Heart spins , I think my mind is doing its normal spin then I look at all you have to say, & realise This Man does something impossible, He brings people of all race & creed together peacefully; Eve I know exactly what Those Eyes do for you they get me every time I can get so lost in them, I just want to stay there, I have been there since we saw Him in Blacktown on a promotion, He was sitting signing Autographs when it was our turn He looked up that was it for me I was completly lost, it is true when its said The Eyes are the Windows to ones Soul, I believe this person has a beautiful Soul, He shares so much of Himself with His fans & if you are'nt a fan well thats a big loss, the number of dvds& cd he sells also The concerts is there an entertainer to ever have achieved what He & His people have,also the fact they do their own promoting & planning, look at the studios in Maastricht, its all mind blowing at how they achieve so much for us all to enjoy,the dresses are made there, all those different packing cases everything is so well organised, I don't know if I can be patient for a whole week it will seem like a lifetime;
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oh FAY, i believe you! i too get lost in those beautiful eyes & i know He has a beautiful soul! how lucky u are to have seen him in reality! i envy u a little but whenever smb. says they are going to see him live at a concert i'm happy for them. but who knows, maybe my turn will come too?!
love, Eve
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OOOOH Girls!(Jose,Ruth,Shirley)
My head is spinning when I see Andre. I spin like a cat out of pure delight when I look at Andre. And you are right Jose-I'm spinning into orbit to dance amongst the stars when I listen to our Darling's music!Oh I'm on a merry-go-round and am merry all the time!!
But, today we went to the GYM for a spinning class.We peddle like crazy on spinning bicycles and our fitness instructor takes us through speed sessions to increase our fitness levels and then we have to peddle 'up-hill' to build our leg muscles, etc. She takes us through a vigorous training session that lasts up to 45 minutes! It is quite fun,for the first minute, and then it gets real tough. My friend and I decided to keep up our fitness levels now that our water aerobics classes came to an end.I have to exercise in order to look my best for next year's concert in August!Nah, not really. We just do it to relax after a hard day's work and it is fun.I like to keep busy, but when I sit and dream,I dream BIG!! I then watch an Andre DVD and imagine myself sitting at his feet while he plays the sweetest melodies,just for me.Ooooh, then I'm sooooo in love!!(sigh)
La vie est belle! Life is surely beautiful!! Love to all: Deirdre and little Lulu xxx
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Hi Deirdre, Thank you for clearing that up, you sound so active!luv Ruth
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Andre can wear anything he likes and I will still love him to bits, some people have this ability and he is definately one of them.
Cheers to all you Andre nuts. xx
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This time next week where will I be?
Hanging around outside Acer Arena in Sydney trying to control my excitement.
Seven days and four hours to go.....
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Deirdre, you ask which singers came with Andre' according to His web site, Carmen, Mirusia, & Kimmi, a great trio, I like Carmen's interaction with Andre' I don't think we will be in such a position to take any photo's sadly, we are on the first rise on the right of the stage as you stand & look at it from what I can gather about 1/2 way up row kk if that means anything & Jill is in row hh, we both go in the same door so it will be nice to meet someone face to face, I don't need to tell you how excited we are, this time next week we will be getting dressed ready to spend an evening of pure bliss, even if I could I don't think I would be capable of taking photos of Andre' when we went to the movies here a while back to watch the screening of a Mid Summer Nights Dream I just shed so many tears to see Himself so large & Beautiful, that was some experience, I don't need to tell you our feelings at this point in time do I;
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PART II
i could write volumes just by looking at that beauteous dazzling face! (well, INGE?!)
it's true: the eyes are not looking at me (or US) but that's what makes it perfect. because, just imagine: the next move (or frame) would be that he turns his eyes towards the left, a bit and there u have it: he's looking at me (or us)
that moment wasn't frozen at the right time!
but there are other pretty parts too that deserve attention: the nose, the mouth , the silvery side curls (OH! -huge sigh here!)
OK, just tell me if you've had it with me!
LOVE to every sweet friend!
Eve
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good afternoon dear friends. Wow what an absolutely glorious day it has been here today in UK. I have just come in from the garden at 5pm and it's still 23 outside. I have been sitting by the fish pond feeding the fish and the gorgeous pheasants which now feed out of our hands. The birds have been singing,The bees buzzing. La Vie definitely est tres Belle
Glad we got to the bottom of your spinning DEIDRE.Gosh you are so energetic you make me feel quite guilty
FAY NELLY.JILL Not long now till you will be spinning with joy at seeing His Gorgeousness Woop Woop
Hope everyone is having a happy day Lots of hugs xxx
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OH SPIN, SPIN, SPINNING!!
MY HEAD IS SPINNING WHEN I LOOK AT THIS BLOG FULL OF WONDERFUL PICTURES!!
I am playing around on Photo Shop with some of my concert photos of a gorgeous man in a tux with a violin tucked in under his chin. Oh, when I look into those ocean-blue eyes I swim for hours at end and then nothing comes of my attempt to create magical photos. Sometimes when I want to work on a photo,there is nothing magical to create because the man in the photo is already a magical creature!! Tonight, while working on Photo Shop, I am listening to 'Andre Rieu at the Movies'. Oh, I am constantly floating on Cloud 9!!!! Totally gone NUTTY!
Dear FAY,
You are so fortunate to have Carmen at your concerts. I would just love to see her performing in our country. Andre has been here twice and every time Kalki was standing in for Carmen.
ONLY SEVEN DAYS TO GO, SIX WHEN YOU WAKE UP!!WOW I am so excited for you. Please meet me at the airport and take me with.Pleeeeeease, I promise to be good!!
JOSE,
Thank you for the lovely E-card! I loved the music and the music and the music, and oh yes the flowers!! It was beautiful!! You are the best my other nutty friend!! Hugs xxxx
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
Only 199 DAYS to go Girl!!Love you xxx
LOVE AND HUGS ALL! Wishing you a magical Andre Day full of glorious music! Love and hugs from Deirdre and Lulu(meow to all kitties and teddies)xx
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Hi all.Have been doing a bit of Andre gazeing.Looking at lots of pictures. I just adore the one of him when he was a boy with the bird in it's nest on his head. That is sooooo cute. Andre was a GORGEOUS looking young boy. He has obviously always been gorgeous
Oh well my gorgeous day has ended and it's time to go to bed and have gorgeous dreams of you know who
Goodnight all. Speak tomorrrow Hugs xx
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Hi to all you lovely ladies who are going to concerts in the near future,counting with you. I am getting excited for you, having been to my concert which was really, really great, especially when you have never been to one before, it was like a dream come through!!!!luv to all Ruth
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Thanks Ruth & Josephine I am far from gorgeous but we are getting excited I always take CDs to Vinnies on Saturdays if I don't my customers ask why, they are always interested in the names of the cds & a couple have come back & told me they purchased what I have played,mostly I take 100 Beautiful Melodies, its a 6 cd set & good value plus the music is Divine what else caan I say about Andre' Music, its food for souls, I am so tied that its off to bed for me early with my 2 best men Andre' & Jasper, last night I had Susan Boyle on , the boy did not enjoy that so I changed to You Raise Me Up, my sweet boy cuddled in put his head on my chest then put his paws around my neck, I have some extasy marks now on my neck ;
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Who is Kalki? What country does she come from? Any info on her please.
Sylvia and family
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Sylvia, all I know is that she sings in the choir & sometimes solos.
According to Andre she comes from a very musical family. She first started her career
as a cellist but was found to have a very beautiful singing voice as well.
A friend had told me that she is a Dutch girl, born in Maastricht.
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Kalki Shrijvers has been in the choir for some time. When there are numbers for three tenors and three soloists, Kalki fills in if one of the soloists is missing. She seems to have a beautiful voice judging from the few lines she sings alone, but she has never done a solo with Andre that I know of. She is from Maastricht. I miss Laura who sometimes did sing a solo when one of the other soloists was missing. However, it was always the same solo. I don't know why Andre does that. These people definitely know more than one song.
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Hi Sweet Andre-Friends, i've been watching the latest video (Andre Rieu - 2011)over and over again.
it's beautiful! on that lovely face an expression i don't even know how to classify?!
each and every still, sheer delight: in the carriage - like a real Prince, aristocratic smile, majestic gesture of the hand ...
it's a BLISS!
TEARS on that beautiful noble face!!
no more words here!!
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Hello Eve, you mentioned the latest video A.R. 2011 which one is this and do you know if it is available in North America yet?
Cheers, Jean
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What a good day today! Wedding Anniversary (34!) and then see an email from AndreRieu.com to say that I was one of 20 to win the album in the competition on his website last month ! Yaaay
Album: Die schönsten Walzer von André Rieu
02 concert 2 weeks ago, Album today, there has to be a third surprise Andre related soon !
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CONGRATULATIONS STEVE x2 Hope you have a fabulous Day filled with Sunshine Love and lots of Romantic Andre music. I am sure you will.LotsaLove xxx
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Hi Steve, Happy Anniversary to you both, and well done on winning Andre's album.
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Congratulations on a red letter day!!
Happy Anniversary.
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Hi there Steve!!! Congratulations on your Anniversary AND winning the Andre album. You are one lucky guy! I hope you have a great day and you surely are. Big Hugs
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Thankyou to all! yes I am lucky, and lucky to have a lovely wife too! we have had some really nasty years, mainly 2006 when we lost our son, BUT also in 2006 we 'found' Andre, and biy did he change our lives around, yes each day is hard, very hard, but if we put a DVD or CD on, then wow! and of course going to a concert is like a day in heaven, if only Mrs W could meet the 'man' !
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Hi Congratulations on both counts, hope you enjoy the album. luv Ruth
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Thank you Josephine
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WOW isn't this great!!! I watched it over and over also. One of my favorite songs. I went and got the sheet music and can now play it but not nearly as beautifully as Andre!!!! OOOH just love him!
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everybody please HELP! i can't remember what this piece of music is (shame on me), i can't find it, drives me mad.
please give me the title a.s.a.p.
Eve
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Hi Dear EVE This piece is called
You Raise Me Up. Don't worry about having a little lapse of memory sometimes. It happens to us all. It is a beautiful piece of music. Very emotional. On youtube there are two very lovely versions by Josh Groban and also Westlife. Well I like them. Hope you are having a lovely day. Love and hugs xx
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Hi Thank you so much Josephine and Jeanine Ann,all I can say is WONDERFUL! the laughter and the tears, I got goose bumps with Andre's tears. luv Ruth
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Here are photo of Josephine's beautiful Gardens. Sorry I am late getting them on.
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A place of rest & beauty, a place to ponder & go away, refreshed in spirit & body.
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SO BEAUTIFUL! what a nice thing it would be to sit here by the pond, waiting for Somebody to come!
it's so true what they say about English gardens, they are really wonderful.thank you sweet Friend!
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Looks very peaceful and tranquil, but a lot of hard work I would imagine to get it so beautiful. luv Ruth
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A Concert Dream
by Jeanine Ann
The concert music has begun
I turn and see your face,
And suddenly this chair I'm in
Becomes a special place.
I reach to touch the outstretched hand
that's so high in the air
Fingers touch - it's all too much
For anyone to bear.
You see me looking up at you
My heart then skips a beat
And all at once you pull me up
To sit there by your feet.
Your magic violin bow
Gently strokes my hair
I imagine that all the others
Can only sit and stare
The orchestra is fading now
Leaving only you and me
And eyes of blue, smiling through
Are all that I can see.
You bend to sweetly touch my face
And tell me as you do
"the melody that's in my heart
I play now just for you"
The sweetest strains I've ever heard
Are rushing to my head
And to the depths within my soul
Where nothing before has tread.
Then suddenly I look at you
From my chair, and it would seem
That even though you touched my soul
It was just a concert dream.
Jeanine Ann
(note: I tried to get this single spaced but no matter what I do it will not work)
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Jeanine Ann, I am touched.
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Oh, Jeanine Ann, something made me get out of bed (it's 10 pm) and hit my PC - and there i have your poem!
Jeanine Ann! now i see what mastering the language means. Beautiful! and WHAT A DREAM! but it feels so REAL!
HE touched your soul in the most beautiful way! and He brought our souls together and it feels SO great! this poem- like Your name and You, so delicate and sweet!
Thank You, sweet Friend!
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why can't i download the poem??
i can download photos (for my collection). i clicked on the poem and it downloaded the whole month of May!!
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Eve I will send it to you. You can copy and paste it but I will make it easier for you. Hugs
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Oh my sweet JEANINE ANN,
This is oh so beautiful!!! Every word is filled with so much passion and love!! Andre brings us to higher places!
I have never read something more beautiful!! It touched my heart and my soul. I so hope Andre will read your lovely poem. Thank you so much for sharing your poem with us. You must love our Andre very much!!Thank you sweetie! Love you and hugs from Deirdre(The other woman who is sooo in love)xx
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To Jeanine Ann, How wonderful to put words together like that and so true. luv Ruth
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Hi RUTH, EVE and DEIRDRE for you comments on the poem. I do get so inspired when I look at Andre or watch him play. When I do get inspired I just write what comes to mind. Hugs Thanks to SHIRLEY too!
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Wow Jeanine Ann. Your poem is truly beautiful. Brought a lump to my throat and tears to my eyes.
'The melody that's in my heart I play now just for you'
I think each and every of of us who love Andre can relate to these beautiful words.Thankyou for sharing your thoughts Lova and hugs xxx
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Jeanine Ann
What lovely words - really touched me - you are such a talented lady!
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Hi All
The poem by Jeanine Ann touched my HEART and I personaly think that it deserves a place on the blog in all its glory, With dare I say it our man in the background.I have framed it and hung it up im my computer den.So come on Jeanine Ann let us all see it.Love and hugs bob
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Thank you Jeanine Ann.This is for EVE who said she was interested in English Gardens.We have been so lucky with our beautiful weather lately. Had a thunderstorm overnight though. Lotsaluv
xxx
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How does anyone escape the beauty of music in their lives? Just a thought as I give you a bit of music trivia.
On this date, May 7-1824, was the first performance of Beethoven's
Symphony no.9 (ode to joy) in Vienna Kaernther Theater. With he &
Michael Umlauf conducting, Beethoven who had been deaf for many years
did not realize the audience was applauding at the end of the performance
until a chorus member turned him around to see it. (This was told on a radio show today.
Then on another music topic, we had a chance to catch an older movie on our TCM
Channel. This one is Song of Love, with Katherine Hepburn playing the part of Clara Schuman,
Robert Schumen's wife. This is a wonderful movie with a lot of great classical music. As I said before, without music in our lives how would we survive? Andre has been a blessing in our lives by bringing his music to us. Music is his life & we know a lot more music because of him. Thank you Andre & all my Andre friends who have enriched my life so much.
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Oh JOSE,
You have a BEAUTIFUL garden! It reminds me of that poem: All Things Bright and Beautiful.... The Lord God made them all. (Cecil Francis Alexander,1848)
STEVE,
Congratulations on your Wedding Anniversary! May each new year be filled with more love and happiness. Congrats on winning the competition, it is so cool!!
EVE,
Hi Girl, where did you purchase that Andre Rieu 2011 DVD? It sounds just great!Our Andre is a very passionate man and not ashamed to show his feelings. I love him more because of that!! Hugs and kisses
OH JEANINE ANN,
I so wish I could hear you play on your violin.Maybe,just maybe our Darling Man will one day invite you to play 'You Raise me Up' with him on stage!! Wouldn't that be cool!!!Love & Hugs xx
SYLVIA,
Thank you so much for the lovely Mother's Day card! It is very sweet of you!! Hugs to the teddies xxx
GIRLS, MAY YOU ALL HAVE A SPLENDID MOTHER'S DAY. YOU DESERVE TO BE TREATED BY YOUR LOVED ONES.All of you are very special to me and I love you all!!
Hugs from Deirdre and Lulu xxx
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Hi Josephine I to wonder about the Andre Rieu 2011 DVD and where you can get it. luv Ruth
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DEIRDRE & SYLVIA: Andre Rieu 2011, i received it as an email:
New Post on Andre Rieu Fans and Friends as i subscribed to receive all new posts from Andre Rieu F& F by email.
but i guess u can download it from You Tube as well (?) THE NICEST MUSIC EVER!
hugs & kisses, E.
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AND u can get it from:
Andre Rieu TV's Channel, it's on You Tube too, it's got all things new on Andre!
hugs, E.
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When will there be a DVD of the Belfast Concert please ?
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Dear friends,
I don't know what the 2011 dvd is? Does that mean the Mexican Fiesta which is
coming out on 27th May? I have that on
pre-order with Ovations Shop in Australia. It will be 2 dvd's. I don't know if that is the info needed.
Sleep well. Goodnight. Sylvia & family
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Hi Dear people that are asking. I am sorry to be the bringer of bad tidings. I may be wrong but as I see it this little snippet of video that I asked Jeanine Ann to put on the blog is just a promotional video put on youtube by the Andre Rieu Team.I have not seen any clues to a new 2011 DVD. Maybe Jeanine Ann know otherwise.Hope so. Lots of love xx
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Jeanine Ann Thank you for sharing such a personal item with us , You have put to words so beautifully what my heart feels, but I could never put the words down as you have done You have a beautiful soul & it shows so often in many ways , but that Piece of poetry is Heart tugging, there are photos on Andre's web site of the Adelaide Concerts & also 1 in Auckland, 5 sleeps to go, I could'nt get off to sleep last night thinking about FRIDAY; To everyone celebrating Mother's Day happy day to all of you, I have moments when I wonder about being a Mother I don't think it can compare to anything else it surely has Highs & lows but I guess thats what life is all about;
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OH HAP HAP HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY GIRLS!!
My Precious Mom
The love of my Mom
knows no end,
It does not change,
it will not pretend.
The love of my Mom
is a warm embrace
that no other love
could ever replace.
Each minute, each hour
of each precious day
"I love you Mom"
I can honestly say.
To have you dear Mom
I am truly blessed,
for with no doubt,
I've got the best!
Hugs from Deirdre and Lulu xxxx
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Beautiful words DEIDRE. Doesn't Andre bring out the best of everything in us all.Happy Mothers Day Big warm hugs xx
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Oh sweet Deirdre your poem to your Mom is just beautiful. It is full of love just like you are.
Happy Mother's Day to you and your Mom. Love always, Jeanine Ann
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A VERY HAPPY MOTHERS DAY to all my dear Andre friends who celebrate it today
May your day be filled with Sunshine Love and Laughter Hope you get thoroughly spoilt and waited on hand and foot.Big Happy Hugs xx
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http://youtu.be/7nyXBKCHu7k
MARINA MARINA MARINA
For all yummy mummies and girls today
A YUMMY ANDRE xxxx
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Happy Mother's Day to the all lovely mothers! I hope your day is filled with joy and love!
Happy Mother's Day to my Mom in Heaven!
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Happy MOTHER'S Day to all Moms! mine is in heaven too, will be 13 years this month.
but i keep sending Her (in my mind) my thoughts and beautiful music and i hope she can see me when i'm happy.
thanks for the beautiful poem, DEIRDRE!
HAVE A LOVELY DAY!
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Dear everyone!
Had a lovely surprise today. We have a lovely wooden bench we bought in memory of my mother after she died in 1998, but never had a plaque put on it. Today Keith led me out to the garden. He had had a man in Wales do a
plaque in mummy's honour and had then screwed it on the bench. It looks so lovely. It made me very happy. Keith
is so good to me. Hope you are all having a wonderful Mother's Day. Hugs
galore from Sylvia, Keith and teddies
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hi sweet Sylvia, can we have some photos of the garden?
i can only imagine what it is like to have a garden. i have none whatsoever.
i live in a rental - i guess that's what it's called- there's a large garden-like yard around, pine trees & lilacs, but a garden is different!
love & kisses to You!
Eve
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Bit late but Happy Mothers to all you lovely Mums luv Ruth
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A Happy Mother's Day to everyone
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Hi Girls. Do hope you have watched MARINA. I am totally enthralled. Those LEGS. I just cannot take my eyes off them. They drive me CRAZY.The smile on my face is unbelievable. Those LEGS work MAGIC on me. Cold shower me thinks.
Oh those LEGS. I love those LEGS
L LOOOONG
E EVERLASTING
G GORGEOUS
S SEXY SEXY SEXY
xxxxxxxxxxxx
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I know what you mean about those lovely legs Josephine!!!! Yummmmmmmmmm!
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THANK YOU GIRLS FOR ALL THE BEAUTIFUL MOTHER'S DAY WISHES!!
JOSE, Thank you for Marina. It had my feet dancing and my heart singing!! Ooooh-la-la I'm sooooo in love!!
SYLVIA, My mom also passed away in 1998! I miss her so much but I know that she is in a better place. She had cancer and we were the best of friends.Keith is very special and I can see that he loves you very much!!Hugs to the teddies. xx
EVE, Thank you for the info on the DVD. The only new DVDs that I know of for this year is the one of Mexico and Vienna. I see that your mom also passed away 13 years ago. Well,lucky for us we have each other! Hugs xx
Dear FAY,
Haha, Lulu just came in from outside with a mouse and played with it in the house!! She was upset with Johann when he took it away!! Oh my friend, concert time is drawing closer.You are going to have a magical time! When you wake up there are only FOUR DAYS to go !!!!!!
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
Thank you so much for the Mother's Day wishes and card!! Hope you had a lovely day too. Thank you for being there for all of us on the blog. What will we ever do without you!? Love you forever!
ONLY 197 DAYS TO GO SWEETIE!!!
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Here is the Marina which Josephine gave us. Enjoy and check out that leg action. Yummmm
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Oh my goodness!!!!!watching the man with the leg action!!!!!swoon......also on same the MEN....."Dancing in the aisles" ME!!!! towards the end I'm the lady with black top dancing with June in white top and holding up my lily!!!!! oh my, too excited for bed now!!!!! luv to all Ruth
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"legs in action" - that's a good one! i loooooooove those legs!! (imagination running wild!) but not only the legs, EVERY BIT ... looooove!
tell u what: i'm always morose in the morning but all i need now is a quick fix, one shot (maybe more) anything that comes from or about HIM & i'm OK.
now i'm OK.
love everyone! Eve
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what is it they are singing at the end????
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Hi Dear EVE. At the end they (ME at my concert too) sing 'We'll meet again' which is a song made famous during the war by our very own forces Sweetheart Dame Vera Lynn.You can find it on youtube
Hmmm. Have I noticed the curl did you say. I have noticed and COUNTED every single beautiful hair on his Gorgeous head dear friend and have imagined my fingers running through every single one of them. BLISS. Have a beautiful day EVE and everyone else WHO LOVES ANDRE. If there is anyone other than ME of course HaHa That'll get you all going HUGS GALORE XXXX
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I DO.
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Welllll, if You have NOTICED & COUNTED every single beautiful hair, have you imagined them tickling your nose??!! think of the position of your head!
E.
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I could handle a bit of that here in Melbourne tomorrow nite - or something similar - te, hee!!!!! xo
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WOOOW! that's super-great! the leg-action!!
thanks Josephine, you're a sugar-honey!
can't stop watching!
thanks Jeanine Ann! (how many times have u watched it??)
love to all!! Eve
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Photos from Andre's site in Birmingham and Auckland!!
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NEWSFLASH: i'm sooooooo in LOVE!
it's spiraling out of control! somebody stop me!!
that snap shot! the blue eyed one, has anyone noticed the soft curls behind his ears??!! talk about bits ... and pieces. talk about MELTING!
OH LORDIE!
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Gorgeous Pictures
JAN McG Hope you have a wonderful time tomorrow night dear friend. I have just been watching the SEEKERS on youtube singing I am Australian. I love it. But I didn't realise Bruce Woodley from the Seekers wrote it. Amasing. You learn something new every day.Sunny smiles to you all xxx
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I didn't realise that Bruce wrote it either!!! I do love the song, it's brilliant, and went down a treat tonight! xoxo
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Hi Jan, where is your concert report? We are having problems with the email as I told everyone. Did you post it here? Would like to read it. If you have photos and would like them resized, our photo filer does make them smaller. Let me know. Hugs
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Hi Jan, where is your concert report? We are having problems with the email as I told everyone. Did you post it here? Would like to read it. If you have photos and would like them resized, our photo filer does make them smaller. Let me know. Hugs
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Hi Jeanine Ann, I just responded to other comment with bits & pices when I got home so haven't given a report as such. Still recovering today ha, ha! I'll put something together later separately so you can tell what it is. Not sure how to upload my photos yet but I'll send them to you so yiu can tailor them. HUGS, Jan xo
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Hi again Jeanine Ann! I'm sending my Concert report to blog tonite. Don't know how many words in it and hope I don't need to send in two parts - fingers crossed and just be aware. I think the few photos I took are clear but already on the small side. When I figure out how to upload I will run through Photoshop to enlarge/close up/crop etc. I didn't feel safe going close to stage with people waltzing around as I had a crutch on one arm and a camera in the other hand, so had to take these from row 5. Resolution still looks good, even though small. I'll have a play and will still send you the originals to see what you can do at your end. I'm aware of your tech. issues right now - no big deal, we'll get there one way or other. xoxo
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Oooooh last photo!! Andre is pointing at me and says he loves me too !! (I wish) But, it is nice to dream!!Think I must go to bed, this blog is not good for my health!! JOKING, I LOVE IT!!!
More photos pleeeease sweet JEANINE ANN!
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Your poem is just beautiful Jeanine Ann.
ONLY 130 HOURS TILL SYDNEY!!
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Thank you Jill. I hope the time goes fast for you. Love and hugs
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Jill, you will have to tell us all about it. I'd love to hear The Seekers sing. BTW, didn't you recently go to see Mary Duff? You can e-mail me about that one.
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I am not going down the hourly rd. seems longer, Himself is soo close now, this week has been a long time in arriving would love to hear all of We'll Meet Again, thats a great old song & must hold lots of memories for so many, is Vera Lynn still alive?
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Haven't heard her name mentioned for a long time now. Takes me back to our radio days. We would hear Vera Lynn singing that song,& Yours, & White Cliffs of Dover. There were a lot of great songs back then during the 40's.The radio was our only source of music & news then & a lot of the songs had to do with the war times.As Time Goes By, I'll Be Seeing you,Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree, only a few that come to mind, but Vera Lynn's voice was cetainly heard a lot on American radio.I don't know if she's still living though.
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Hi SHIRLEY. Yes Dame Vera is 94 and still going strong. She appears on TV occasionally in UK.Wonderful songs.You could understand every word unlike nowadays. Not knocking everything that's sung nowadays though.Hugs xxx
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Hi All, just now catching up on May as I didn't subscribe. Looks to be some very nice pieces of poetry here!
DEAR, Dear Sylvia!!!!! I'm 'gob-smacked' by your comment about the BOND girls; very naughty of you and I'm amazed that the comment 'slipped by the keeper'. I was once that young and sexy too, as you were - and don't mind reliving the memory in this now challenged 'bod'.
Of course, I have a big date here in Melbourne tomorrow night AND I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you're lucky I'll tell you all about it......If I'm lucky you'll hear nothing!!! (Yeah, dream on....)... LOVE & HUGS, Jan xoxo
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Ahh Jan, it didn't "slip by the keeper" haha. Maybe she agrees a little with Sylvia. You are what you wear or don't wear! Hugs
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ha, ha!!! I'm safe then, I wear 'layers'! xoxo
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Anyone in Melbourne know what time I should 'actually' arrive at Rod Laver Arena to give myself ample time from Gate to Seat with makeup and smile still in tact? I'm a bit on the slow side (physically that is). Thanks!
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Also good news that Judith Durham is taking part in the UN World Environments Day at Moonee Valley (just down the road from me)...singing her latest song 'Stop and Care' from her new album 'Epiphany' on 4th June. Not sure yet, but I'll be there if I can.
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DEIDRE, JEANINE ANN, EVE....
Your Poems are just beautiful, thanks for sharing.
JUDITH dear friend...I hope your hand is recovering. I do know you'd drop a line if you could. Hang in there - it gets better! xoxo
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Dear Fay and Shirley,
Vera Lynn, the former sweetheart of the Forces is still alive at the age of 94 living I believe in Sussex, Southern England. I am glad you adore her too.
She is such a patriotic lady. Judith: I hope your hand is not hurting anymore. We insist you get better. Bye for now.
Love Sylvia, Keith and the teddies
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We are fans of Andre, and have lots of the Dvd and Cds.
Can you tell me where in Melbourne the Moonlight Serenage concert was held, as I have never seen so many people at a concert.
Albert
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Hi ALBERT. I expect friends on the blog who live in Melbourne will know a lot more about it than me who lives in UK. But if Moonlight Serenade is a Melbourne Concert I would presume it was at Rod Laver Arena which has a capacity of 14820 so I presume it was a full house as Andre's Concerts usually are. I attended a concert recently at O2 arena London which has a capacity of 20000. Andre sure does draw in the crowds. Hope this may answer your question So glad you enjoy Andre. I think he is fantastic Hugs xxx
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I'm confused here. I don't know about a Moonlight Serenade concert, but the Live In Australia dvd shows the Melbourne concert was at Telstra Dome & there was a record audience there, Andre says the biggest in the world, over 38,000 people.
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Hi SHIRLEY. You are probably right. I really don't have a clue where Moonlight Serenade was flmed.I just assumed if it was in Melbourne it was Rod Laver Arena.As I said you dear folks from Melbourne will have far more knowledge about it than me from UK. If it was the Telstra Dome then yes it has a massive capacity.I bow to you knowledge dear lady. Lotsaluv
xxx
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ok, I just looked up Moonlight Serenade, apparently it's available in the UK under that title, but it's really songs from other cds & dvds and disc 2 has the music from Live In Australia, so it has to be the Telstra Dome. We seem to get a lot of these type dvds which are under different names in different countrie. No wonder it gets so confusing.
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Hi my friends, is anyone having trouble pre-ordering the DVD "Fiesta Mexicana"? I went to Get music.com but it seems like they only accept Australian orders. Has anyone tried. Thanks and big hugs
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Hi Sweet Girl,
I read something on Face book where Andre apologises about the pre-order mix up. Apparently people received a signed DVD set instead.(Or something to that effect) On Face book I searched for: Andre Rieu in Australia 2011 and saw this message. Love you more each day and thank you so much for the You tube links and photos!! Every day is a magnificent Andre Day on the blog!!!
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Hi Jeanine Ann, My daughter has ordered me Fiesta Mexicana from Amazon, which is due any day, but not sure if it is compatable in your or other areas. luv Ruth
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Dear Jeanine Ann,
I never have any problems from ordering from Ovation shop in Australia. They do pre-orders and my Mexicaqn Fiesta is being posted to me in England on 27th May when it is being officially released.
Do you want me to buy one for you and post it to USA? Let me know.
Love from Sylvia and family
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GIRLS,GIRLS,GIRLS!!!
Oooooh those beautiful legs!! Andre's feet are made for dancing!! He danced and played his way into my heart!!Oh bless my soul, I am sooooo in love!!
RUTH
You were quite 'Ruthless' at your concert. I watched you manoeuvre your way to the stage with that lilly in your hand. Way to go girl, you had me smiling. Well done, mission accomplished!! Hugs
Oh JOSE and SHIRL,
The two of you are so darn cute!! Both of you are very knowledgeable when it comes to Andre. The only knowledge I have is that he plays the most beautiful music on a violin. And that I love him!! That to me is enough! Haha. Joking!! I love to know more about our Darling and this blog is so cool when it comes to that. Thanks girls!! Hugs xx
Hi JAN
Please take me with you to the concert!! I promise to get you there on time!! Pleeeease!!! Have a WONDERFUL concert!! So wish I was there!! Hugs xx
FAY and JILL,
I am now counting the HOURS with you. Ooooh I am soooo excited. Will you take me with you, I will sit quietly on your shoulders. Promise to be very still! xx
JOSE,
Just want you to know that you have competition!! This nut case and another nut case (wonder who!?) loves Andre more than anyone can love him(except for Marjorie, but she doesn't count because she is his beloved wife.)From a woman who is soooo in love!! ME!!!! xxx
EVE and JUDY,
We all care on this blog. Eve, I am sorry that you have no garden of your own, but you have us and Andre!! xx
JUDY, get will soon girl. We care about you and your hand! Hugs to you! xx
Oh HAP HAP HAPPY DAYS!!! Concerts and more concerts just around the corner!!
La vie est belle!! Life is so beautiful and so are you Andre, our DARLING MAN!!
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Hi Deirdre, Thank you so much for the comment. When I told my daughter and showed her she could not believe it!!! Not my Mum!, never thought you would do anything like that, I told her it was with June's help!!!!! A Lily from my granddaughter Lillie who is now getting to be an Andre fan, Music Man she calls Andre. I am watching The Best Of Live, I have not got any further than the first piece, You Are My Hearts Delight, always reminds me of my Mum and Dad,and of Ricky my partner all gone now, so I have tears rolling down it is sooo beautiful, what does this man do to us evoking memories. luv Ruth
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i have YOU & ANDRE! that is SO GOOD! what more can a girl ask for?!
YES, this blog changed my life! i know i'm not alone anymore: i know somebody is waiting for me, when i come home from school somebody is there for me. and not just anybody but friends, who care, who always cheer me up and make me smile or laugh. so good!!
LOVE to ALL!
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DEIRDRE! your sweet words are still ringing in my mind: now I HAVE YOU!
i was walking in the SAHARA of my loneliness but not anymore. I BELONG.
have a beautiful ANDRE DAY!
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Deidre my friend, sory I missed your call or I would have surely picked you up - ha, ha!!!
What a wonderful Concert! I enjoyed every moment, and was thrilled when Kimmi sang 'Vilja' which my Mum used to sing. Loved the Seekers, great to see them unite again even though not a permanent plan. JSO, the Tenors and the Ladies just great as usual. The man himself - well....I was close enough to see but not within 'fainting' range! Maybe it was all those steps I had to descend, or sitting too long that made me jelly-legged. I could barely stand up for an ovation & didn't feel safe going up front where there were couples dancing. 45 mins. 'shuffling' down a Taxi rank wasn't pleasant either. I'm 'knackered' but if I don't wake up tomorrow that's OK cos I take a beautiful memory with me ha, ha!!!! I'm sure my eyes met with Andre's whilst he was playing Waltzing Matilda & I was singing along....right where the words were 'You'll come a Waltzing Matilda with me'......or maybe we both just happened to smile at the same time for different reasons (no guessing what mine was). THAT'S MY STORY GIRLS, I'm sticking to it, and dreaming on it tonight! I did take a few pics. from my phone camera but don't know yet if they've turned out OK - will let you know.
SWEET DREAMS ALL. Jan xoxo
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SYLVIA!! SYLVIA!!!!
Your PACKAGE arrived today!!! Wow Girl, the brooch is so unbelievably , stunningly beautiful!! Thank you so very much!! I feel so blessed, loved and so very special. All thanks to your kindness!! Thank you for wrapping it so beautifully with so much care and love!! I will wear the brooch as often as I can and I know that God and His angel will protect me wherever I go because a beautiful lady in London asked Him to.I also received the Royal Wedding Souvenir Album. Oh this is such a beautiful day!!! Thank you and love you!
From Deirdre xxxx
Hugs to the teddies from Lulu!!
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Dearest Deirdre!
I am so glad you loved the angel. Since they put it on a silver necklace
for me, I wear it every day. Now you are definitely going to think I am nuts, but the pain during the day in my leg is better and I feel much happier.
I have sent an angel brooch to Judith also.
I hope she will like it as much as you
have. Love to you and Lulu from Sylvia, Keith and some meowing teddies!
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Oh Sylvia, oh yes, oh yes, I love your angel brooch, after I carefully unwrapped the pretty, very careful wrapping you did on this angel, we have been together since I opened her up today, Monday. She will definitely be with me every single day. I was so happily surprised when I opened up and saw the Royal Wedding Souvenir Booklet. I have gone cover to cover since I got this in the mail last Thursday. I will truly treasure this booklet, and it will be added to my Royal Collection! Do you remember the ole fashion paper dolls from the 50-60's? I picked up a Collector Wedding Paper Doll collection of William and Catherine. Guess some kids never grow up! As I mentioned in an earlier post here, you are so very thoughtful to remember me and I just love you to pieces for this. I have already begun my search of a surprise I have in mind for you. Wouldn't it be so much fun if we lived closer to one another, we could get together for tea, catch a concert, just hang out with the 'teddies' and Keith and just plain ole have a fun time laughing and acting like school girls. And to think, that our Andre makes us feel like giddy school girls having fun and really enjoying music. Gotta LOVE that blue eyed guy of ours!! Love-you-kiddo
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"Certain friendships come to be, not by chance but destiny." What a wonderful surprise arrived for me today from a Kindred Spirit named Sylvia! W-O-W, such a 'Royal Delivery'! I actually had to go directly to the post office to pick this surprise up. Lots of paper work to fill out, (no kidding) even had to show my ID before I signed and was handed my very Royal Package. Had all the people in line wanting me to open this delivery up in front of them. You really peaked lots of attention Sylvia, every one, especially the ladies were saying, please open your package now. I of course did not, I raced home, all the time my heart racing with anticipation to discover what my package from England contained, after all, the mail person did not deliver it to my home, but left a card for me to come and pick up at the Post Office. This wonderful delivery from across 'the pond' simply put the biggest smile on my face, lifted my spirits just when I needed some happy moments. You are so very thoughtful Sylvia, to be sending me such a beautiful Angel pin, which I have had on all day. She (Angel) went with me to the specialist this afternoon. I just wanted to thank you 'now', and will continue my outcome to your email. What a "Bloomin Wonderful"
sunny, love filled day!
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Hi all The Day is nearly here, Jan McG. the doors at Acer open at 6pm. doors to concert area 7pm. I would think in Melbourne they would do similar, depending on where you bought tickets, they will know , we had an email from Ticketek yesterday giving us that info; Narelle has had a hissy fit & decided she is not going to Andre's concert, no ryme nor reason, so I have a spare ticket to give away if 1 person would like it, let me know by tonight otherwise I will share with someone else tomorrow, I am so upset with her its beyond understanding, DEIRDRE what a shame you are'nt closer, you could have come & seen THE SEEKERS, apart from Andre' I am so looking forward to seeing them, my excitement is starting to build, especially to seeing Himself, Have a beautiful Andre' Day all;
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Saw them tonight in Melbourne. Out of this world. You are in for a great surprise. Andre looked fantastic & was in fine form. His music gets better & better. It was beautiful. (no dates for next concert though)
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Thanks Fay, what a wonderful time I had tonight (last night)....see my other posts on this. What a pity that Narelle had a 'hissy' - what she has missed out on!!!! Hope she's ok, and you too of course. xoxo
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Not sure if my previous piece went through as I clicked off too soon but I have a free ticket for 1 if someone in Sydney wants it, Narelle had a hissy fit & is not going, JEANINE ANN if the first post went through ignore this one thanks the Ticket is for friday Night Ticketek advise to get there early as a big football game is on at the stadium, doors open 6pm.
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Hi everyone, if you are not getting your blog emails we are aware of the problem and tech support will be working on it. Thanks and hugs
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Just got off the phone with Support. They escallated this to Tech II and will have it resolved soon.
So glad to know there are those out there with good tech skills!
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I did think something was 'not quite right'. Thx....xo
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Jeanine Ann, I can't believe you didn't know who 'Fleur' was when I asked you a bit back. Andre's fourth Grand-child. Now JA...how's a man gonna love you back if you ain't paying attention?
CONCERT FANTASTIC!!!! See my comments sent via Deidre.
LOVE & HUGS, Jan xoxo
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Hi Jan, I know who Fleur is. Did I answer you? I don't even remember seeing the comment. Oh I am paying attention to everything he does haha.
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Ha, ha!!!! Maybe you were overworked t hat day. Can't remember whether it was a Post here or by private e-mail...
As if I didn't know that your 'Andre knowledge' was superior! I LOVED THE CONCERT!!!!!!!! I may have to Photoshop my pics. to re-size them, but will happily share them once I've done that. I CAN'T SLEEEEP!!!!!
Love n hugs xoxo
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Hi EVE. I know exactly what you mean. I have become addicted to this blog as I am addicted to Andre and of course I am to all of you my dear sweet Andre friends. The very first thing I do in the morning is log on to see if any of you dear people have made any comments. It is an Andre fans and friends blog and that is what brought us together initially but it's so nice that we natter about any thing that tickles our fancy Hmmm And ANDRE SURE DOES TICKLE OUR FANCY.BIG TIME
DEAR FAY. I hope Narelle was just having a funny five minutes and has changed her mind and will come with you to the concert.If not I hope you will find someone to go with you. Only wish it was me keeping you company.I bet the Seekers will be brilliant.
Lots a happy hugs to you all xxx
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Hi everyone, for those who wish a page with photos for your concert reports please send them to me at: jeanineann@andrerieufans.com
If you have no photos and just want to post your report please do. When we make a special page for you it goes out via email to the entire database and everyone will get it as soon as it is published.
We do not want to pressure anyone into a report, the main thing is that you enjoy the concert and any way you want to share is fine. The only thing is the photos can only be put on by us and I am sure all the fans will want to see those!! Thanks much and many hugs
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Dear Jeanine Ann!
I have had a wonderful day today. The
weather was warm, but not too hot thank goodness. Cafe Rouge gave us a meal to
the value of £30 because of the lousy
service we had at the Greenwich branch
with Josephine. So Keith and I went to the Blackheath branch where the service
is out of this world and the food is
ambrosic. We then found a new gelateria
which has just opened. Wow! They make it themselves. All fresh ingredients and no chemicals or flavourings. I definitely recommend the apple one and Keith recommends the liquorice one.
When I came home Jill rang! We are
meeting tomorrow near London Bridge at
the Pizza Express. That's 2 people I
will have met through your lovely blog.
The leg doesn't bother me much during the day now, mainly during the night.
We have been listening to Andre while
we were in the car. He played Wien, Wien, nur Du allein causing me to think of mummy and cry.Bye for now. Sylvia
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Hi all. Am I the only one still not receiving emails or are we all still in the same boat?
JAN MCG. So glad you enjoyed your concert. Can you tell us what the Seekers sang please or are you keeping it a secret so as not to spoil it for those who haven't been yet? Big Hugs xx
I COULD SEARCH THE WHOLE WORLD OVER
UNTIL MY LIFE WAS THROUGH
BUT I KNOW I'LL NEVER FIND ANOTHER YOU
Those words are so true. I will never find another person like ANDRE or people like YOU Hugs xxxx
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HI, i've started receiving mails like half an hour ago, nothing during the day. (6:30 pm now). now i know how addicted i am, just like u, Josephine!
hugs and kisses! (and tickles!)
Eve
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Josephine, this is a 'Teaser' - I won't tell all!
The Carnival is Over; Georgie Girl....and I remembered the words.....I do love Judith's voice, she really empowers every word she sings!
The Man Himself.....well, I can't sleep yet!
HUGS, Jan xo
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Dear Fay I do hope that Narella changes her mind for you, this alone will cause you worry. We would all like to hear her input from the concert. I do hope and pray that she does go with you, it would be such a shame. luv to you both. Ruth
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I agree with those words we will never ever find another Andre if we searched the whole wide world and the whole universe.luv and hugs xxxx Margaret.
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this is SOOOOOO TRUE!
the universe would be an empty , useless place without him.
hugs, Eve
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JOSEPHINE, i watched Josh Groban's You Raise Me Up, it is really beautiful but comes nowhere near OUR MAN's performance.
now what makes somebody really good and somebody else SPECTACULAR?
there has to be something else, beside talent and charisma and beauty etc.
i think ANDRE belongs to the few CHOSEN.
he's like out of this world, he's like he was given to us like a gift!
the melody is the same, but the same notes when performed by HIM (and of course his orchestra, which again is him, working miracles) are so powerful, they are like beating in my chest stead of my heart.
thanks so much for giving me Groban's name & Westlife too.
love to you and have a good night.
Eve
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I JUST GOT THE DVD FROM DAVID GARRET FROM A DEAR FRIEND AND I MUST SAY, IF YOU LIKE IT OR LUMP IT, HE IS MORE TALENTED THAN ANDRÉ, GOOD LOOKING, TOO, BUT WHAT ANDRÉ HAS FOR YOU LADIES OVER 5O AND THOSE UNDER WHO HAVE NO SPOUSE, IS HIS GOOD LOOKS AS LONG AS IT LASTS HE ALSO HAS A LOT OF CHARM LIKE ALL LIBRA MALES, BUT GARRET IS YOUNG, GOOD LOOKING AND HE PLAYS THE VIOLIN LIKE A GREEK GOD, HAAAAAAAAAA!
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OH NOOOOOOOOOO Inge. I have seen and heard David Garret and although he plays well he DOES NOT COME CLOSE TO ANDE'S talent, looks or anything!! The only GREEK GOD is ANDRE!!!!!!!! Hugs
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OOOOH sweet JEANINE ANN I soooo agree with you. There is no other than our Andre!! Those eyes, that nose, those lips, those legs , that passion, that love, that charisma, the music, the love, the.... Oh it is just too much to mention. There is NO PERSON on earth that comes EVEN CLOSE!!! Is it true or not sweetie!?
Dear INGE,
Try as much as you want. NO ONE WILL EVER BE BETTER AND MORE GORGEOUS THAN OUR DARLING ANDRE!!!!
I am sooooo in love and happy that Andre shares his music, his breath, his blood his life and his everything with us!!We are so blessed!Thank you Andre!!
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SWEET JEANINE ANN, these were all new names for me. i watched and listened to David Garret, Joshua Bell & Nigel Kennedy.
they are all great. i know you play the violin - i don't play any musical instrument - so i'm talking to an expert here. i think they are all great in their own way but NOBODY can equal ANDRE! I SO MUCH agree with You! no one has gotten that SPARKLE
that GLEAM!
i listened to DARK EYES, no one can do what ANDRE does!
HE is UNIQUE!
hugs and kisses to You, sweet friend!
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Hi Inge, I went to a David Garrett concert a couple of months ago. It was my first one. I have never heard anyone play Chardas like he can. He studied under Perlman and it shows. I am not a particular fan of his Rock Symphonies, although I like parts of them very much, but I have some of his classical recordings. He is already quite famous and the old teachers are saying that no one can touch him technically and they are probably right. Completely different type from Andre of course. Andre himself has said that to be a virtuoso player he would have to practice five hours every day. As one critic said, he "plays well enough to get the job done and the audience loves it." And that's all that matters. Do you also like Nigel Kennedy? I do. He too is very different from Andre but certainly talented. I have not seen him in person but have seen videos of his shows.
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I would like to see him live too. It would be interesting and as long as the music is good, I know I would enoy it.
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INGE, sweetheart, David Garrett plays a different kind of music - just listened - he is great, good technique i must admit but ...
i don't know what it is about ANDRE that is like a magnet??!! kinda lost for words here... personality? - what a plain word! no! essence! no! or, maybe, that's just it: u can't put your finger on it, so volatile. if i find the right word i'll put it on, first thing!
AND: yes, i'm IN LOVE HIM HIM! but i'm also in love with the whole dear-sweet bundle of You GIRLS here, i'm in love with LOVE!
AND: i love that he's not so young anymore, he is MATURE!
(confession here: i always liked men with silvery temple even when i was young & drove my Mom crazy with this)
sweet INGE, forgive me for sustaining my cause here!
LOVE to You & hugs, your so in love friend, Eve
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Hi Dear EVE I have always been the same as yourself. Fallen for mature men a bit older than myself. Now I am in love with a man a bit younger.than myself.Guess who.He brought all of us together and fills all our hearts with joy and happiness.
Yes INGE is a minx. She always puts comments on to wind us up.
Just got an email about ordering the new Mexican DVD. It looks soooo good
Lots of love to all my dear friends xx
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Ooooh, Andre is called "The romantic Dutchman!"
Hi to all my Rieully good Andre friends!
We are all soooo addicted to Andre and the blog. Not a day goes by that we are not talking and visiting on the blog. We have become the closest friends and are so unique and loving. Thank you to each on for looking out for one another. At my work you are all known by my colleagues. They all agree that I have made friends with a lovely bunch of ladies.Thank you all for your love and care. I love sharing Andre with you. He is the reason for us becoming friends and family!! Love you all and Rieully wish you all the best life has to offer!! ANDRE IS THE HEALING BALM TO MY SOUL AND I LOVE HIM SO MUCH!!
Life is surely beautiful with all my friends on the blog.
THANK YOU SO MUCH SALLY AND JEANINE ANN, IF IT WERE NOT FOR YOU SOME OF US WOULD HAVE BEEN QUITE LOST!! Love you from the bottom of my heart!! Deirdre xx
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DEAR FAY,
I am so sorry that Nelly is not going to the concert. I really hope that she will change her mind!!Why are we separated by such a vast ocean!? I would have loved to go with you to the concert.Maybe if I start swimming now, I can still make it!! What do you think girl!Anyways, I just know that you will have a fantastic evening. Andre will drive away the 'blues'and put a smile on your lovely face. I am sure the Jill will also cheer you up at the concert!! I will hold thumbs that Nelly will change her mind! Hugs and thanks for thinking of me!! Love you xxxx
JAN,
I know that you would have taken me with you to the concert if you could. Lucky for you I wasn't there. I would have hi-jacked Andre and shared him with no one!! ha-ha. I am so glad that you enjoyed your concert and that Andre looked fit and wonderful!! xxxx
EVE,
Are you also teaching!? I am a teacher and teach Economics.I am also glad to have you in my life and to share my passion for Andre and his music with you! Hugs xxx
HI JUDITH,
The Guardian Angel brooch is so lovely!! I am also wearing mine as many times as possible. Sylvia is so sweet and such a wonderful person. No wonder Keith loves her so much!!You and I will now both think of Sylvia each day. I really hope your hand gets better! Thank you for your emails, you always have me roaring with laughter!! Hugs xx
JOSE,
Loved you email! My husband would have divorced me too if I was waiting on the couch all dressed up in my birth gown!Haha, I just love your sense of humour!
SYLVIA,
Hope you have a wonderful time with Jean. Which of the teddies are going with to meet her? Thank you once again for my brooch. I wear it close to my heart! Hugs to the teddies xx
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
I am working on another photo and will email it as soon as I can sweetie! Love you much and Lulu sends a meow to Cotton. xxxx
ONLY 195 DAYS TILL CONCERT TIME!!!!
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Dear Deirdre!
The bears are all squabbling about going, but I have decided to take my university graduate bear Robert with us. The friend who gave it to me committed suicide about 20 years ago, so I always think of her when I am with the bear. Keith came up from the garden with a pink rose for me this time which has a pleasant scent. We don't have a lot of flowers yet, but when they come out they do look wonderful. Once every thing is out I shall send you a photo of the garden with my stone Buddha, St. Francis of Assisi and Guardian Angel and some of the teddy family.
Hugs from Sylvia, Prince Keith and various naughtybears today.
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When will there be a DVD of the Belfast Concert please ?
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will be very pleased to meet you in malta.
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Hi Virginia, I do very much agree with you, I am also an André fan, but I am not IN LOVE WITH HIM, just love his entertaining, but violin playing and what Garret does , is different. I also love Perlman, him I rather hear than see, but he is one of the WUNDERKINDER that one day little Akim Camara will be, too. a talent that is not born every day. I knew the girls will need the smelling salt and JA got almost a coronary, haaaaaaaaa, but it is true what you said. Garrett is super good, not my kind of music but he can play and mesmerize me. I do not know Kennedy, but Joshua Bell is also a super talent.
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I cannot watch Joshua Bell. The way he jerks his head around is rather harsh and difficult for me to look at. Isn't it something that it nothing to do with his music at all, but I Just cannot watch him.
Thanks to wonderful Lorraine, I am still enjoying the DVD: The ART of the Violin.
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The Art of The Violin is wonderful, even Dan liked it. As for Bell, like you, Sally, I can't watch him because he makes me nervous, but to hear him is a different story, & I think Garrett is a hunk! haha There are many violinists I admire & enjoy but Andre seem to be the one I like to actually watch, but it's the total package of what he offers too, the talents & fun of the orchestra. It's just that uniqueness of it all.
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Hi dear Sally,
It is so good to hear from you. Thank you for the beautiful pictures with the messages! Thank you for the blog, it means so very much to all of us!! You are doing a fantastic job and we love you for that!!
Sally, did you get my Cape Town concert photo CD?
Hugs: Deirdre ( South Africa) xxxx
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Hi Deirdre, it is not here yet, but mail to California seems to be extra slow. I think our post office people are all "mellowed out". But I'll check the Box again today
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Jeanine Ann, is it possible for us lovers of the wonderful Andre to see the photo of his grandbabies that some people have seen at the concerts. Just wondering but I know how hard you try to please us all, and the pleasure to me is immeasureable. Thanks.
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Oh I am not sure how I will get through to Friday, HE is so close now, & I am soooo very excited, there are lots of photos on Andre' web site of the concerts in New Zealand & also Melbourne, I just love the backdrops too there is a good one with our Flag & some Kangaroos a lot of thought has gone into this , I don't think anyone has gone to the preparations that Andre' Rieu & Co have done, most entertainers just come & do their stuff, take the money & run, its so nice to find a person who cares about the country He is performing in, God Bless Andre" & all Who travel with Him
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Faye, you will not be disappointed and the wait will have been worth it! xoxoxo
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Dear Jeanine Ann,
I thought the report from Kay at the O2
was interesting and some of the photos lovely. However after her name there were lots of thinly drawn squares with
little red crosses at the top left with
no photos. Bye for now. Hugs Sylvia
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Usually those little red X's in a box are Photo Placeholders. Give them time to Load. .. But many times they are not on emails, and one must come to the blog to see them.
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Hi Sylvia,
The photos are there dear friend. I think you are not waiting long enough for them to come in. I did this late at night was I forgot to load the photos at a smaller size and they were large to begin with. I did not have the time to do it over so just give the photos time to load. Thanks and many hugs.
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MELBOURNE CONCERT
What a loonnngg wait to see Andre in Melbourne after initial booking! It was wonderful to see Andre looking fit, well & happy and in true form again!
The JSO Orchestra,Ladies & Soloists looked resplendant in their beautifully made gowns. Wherever one looked on the stage the smiles (and antics) were abundant, and the changing back drops just lovely - not to mention the 'snowflakes' and balloons wafting down to us from above.
As a virgin 'Andre live Concert goer', and having already watched & enjoyed many of his DVD's I can honestly say that I wasn't at all disappointed.
Kimi sent shivers down my spine when she sang 'Vilja' which is a very special & sentimental song for me. I wore Mum's wedding & engagement rings on the night so that she was close to me 'in spirit'. I'm amazed that I wasn't reduced to tears....perhaps because I was amongst a crowd.
There was no 'Marina' with the famous 'leg action' ladies, although the famous Andre facial and eye expressions were many and priceless, along with his usual great humour and cheekiness!
I loved Mirusia singing 'Time to say Good-bye'. She does absolute justice to this song (as well as many others). I love her range, sensitivity and power in this song and it's 'just one' of my favourites from her.
The Platin Tenors were in fine form as usual & I particularly was moved by them singing 'Mama'. Of course, many of the known and usual songs & pieces were sung or played but I can't recall all - my mind is a little blurred until I really come down to Earth again.
It was a treat to see The Seekers come together again for this Tour. I'm amazed that I remembered most of the words to their famous songs. I've always loved Judith's unique voice - she give such empowerment to the words she sings. I got the impression that Judith was just 'overjoyed' by response. What memories of youth The Seekers brought back to me....some of the best of times in my life!
A little boy sitting next to me with his Dad was enjoying it all very quietly, and bravely ventured up to front of stage without Dad, enthralled by the big screen & perhaps wanting to see himself up there. He was just too shy to accept invitations to waltz with the Ladies. It was grand to see this young boy enjoying it all.
What a wonderful night, filling my heart with peace, joy and bringing back some beautiful & treasured memories in my life.
YES Andre....music brings healing to the soul, heart and mind that no medic al treatment can! I've always been amazed by the musically talented. I didn't inherit my Mum's musical talent but I sure do feel it, sense & hear it even when no music playing...it's in my heart & soul - somewhere & somehow; Mum is to thank for this.
Tanya (Cello) & Steph (piano) just beautiful listening to them play 'The Swan'.
COME BACK TO MELBOURNE SOON ANDRE - DON'T MAKE US WAIT TOO LONG!
(Photos coming soon friends).
Love n hugs...Jan xoxo
(PHEW! Just made the word limit).
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I did not mention Manoe playing the pipes! Manoe is one of my favourites, for her talent as well as her sense of humour and fun. I would be embarrassed to know that I didn't mention Others who added to my joyful experience.
ANDRE, JSO & GUESTS...YOU ALL GAVE TO ME, SOMETHING TO BE TREASURED! I THANK YOU ALL!!!!
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gosh Jan, you had a good time too!!! Boy what I wouldn't give to hear the Seekers!!! You guys are very lucky. Did Judith sing her "Andre" song?
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Hi Jan, I just love your concert report!! Thank you so much. I wasn't thinking that it was your first live concert. I am really delighted you had such a good time but then how could you not!!
I hope I get to hear Kimmy sing "Vilja". I love that song and Clyde especially loves it so I learned to play it. Well not near as well as Andre but enough that he recognizes it haha! I know he doesn't always do Marina and I love that but every concert is different. You can usually see the materials for the song beside the lady (on viola I think but forget her name) on your right looking at the stage. However that doesn't always mean he will play it. I see Shirley asked if Judith sang "Andre", I am so anxious to hear her sing the entire song. I also love "Time To Say Goodbye" by Mirusia. The first song I ever heard her sing (live) was "Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again" from "Phantom" which is my absolute favorite Broadway show. I can understand why you could not get close to the stage but at least you were there and could see him. Thanks again Jan and we will look forward to the photos. Big Hugs to you
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Hi Jeanine Ann, I missed Shirley's question originally so apologies for not responding. No, Judith didn't sing her new Andre song. I've forgotten a few things but think this would have stood out.hugs xo
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Hi Everyone!
JEANINE ANN, i've read the articles and seen the pics (has become an everyday activity) but i always come back to: You Raise Me Up, the piece of music that suits HIM most, it expresses who He is & what He is: so ROMANTIC yet so POWERFUL!
i also looked up the lyrics, really beautiful but with Andre performing there's no need for lyrics: the music speaks for itself. it's like HIM telling us all those beautiful things in the sweetest way possible. HE rieully raises me up!!
hi sweet DEIRDRE, yes i am a teacher too, i teach English in a Tech. High School but this is my last year.
AND: i couldn't agree more with what u said, YES, he shares every bit of his sweet self, everything with us, squandering his love, giving so much of what HE has most: LOVE.
SYLVIA, sweetie, u mentioned earlier about the ANDRE TULIPS, what do they look like, i mean the shape of the petals, color etc. (a pic, maybe??)
i'm looking forward to the photo of your garden. the pics of You & husband & Josephine are saved in a folder i call ANDRE FRIENDS.
INGE, honey, You are a big teaser -BUT - mind You, Inge, in your comment IN LOVE WITH HIM was written in capital letters but not the "no"! - oh, i'm paying attention!!
so, i guess, u must be teasing us just to see our reaction.
BYE for now & i LOVE YOU ALL with ALL MY HEART.
Eve
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Hi everyone, I have added two more photos to Kay's report. I missed them at the time it was published. Sorry Kay and big Hugs
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Thanks Jeanine Ann, it's me that should apologise for sending 2 at a time, and causing more work for you. xx
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Eve, you got me all wrong, I am not a person who can call an other woman "HONEY" or SWEETY, that just goes against my grain, that does not mean I do not care. If I wrote I AM NOT IN LOVE WITH HIM in capital letters that means only what it says, nothing else. I LIKE ANDRÉ AND HIS JSO AND HIS SOLOISTS, or at least some of them, but I have said it over and over, he stays on the stage and I have absolutely no dreams about him or anybody else . With 74 you dream of having no pain in your joints when you wake up and you like to listen to good music and André and his JSO entertain my husband and me once a year and some other good entertainers, which we get here in Montréal presented at the place des Arts. I also told you, that I have no poetic vein in my body, just the plain truth.
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SORRY, i did not mean to heart YOU or anyone else! i saw almost all comments were with "sweetie" and so on... i gathered that was the style on the blog.
i apologize.
still friends? if You'll accept me...
Eve
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Hi Eve, I won't speak for Inge, but I,myself, never use those words either, but that doesn't make them wrong. Just be yourself. I don't think there's any particular "style" here,and we may not always all agree but that's ok too. I'd hate for everybody to be the same, wouldn't that be boring?
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before i meant to write "hurt" but i just wrote "heart", so i can give myself a 'C' as a teacher for not being able to focus when writing in English.
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Hi Shirley and Eve, now I am different, I call a lady sweetie if I know that person will accept my greeting as such. Sometimes I hesitate if I am not sure but I must be very fond of the person to begin with. Now I am very fond of Shirley and now Eve that I have begun to know her better but since I know Shirley doesn't use the particular name or greeting I don't use it with her but would with Eve and certainly Deirdre. I love everyone but do not want to insult or hurt any of you ladies here on the blog. Everyone is my friend even if I am not everyones elses friend. Like Shirley said, we have a common bond and that is the fact that we love Andre. We are all different, some will say I love Andre, some will say I like Andre and both are correct. Everything is a matter of what you are comfortable with. Some are more outgoing with her/his comments and that is okay too. We don't want to be all the same. It would be a boring blog wouldn't it??!!
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Jeanine Ann, you can call me anything you like!
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hahaha, Inge, you always make me laugh, you just tell it like it is. I have to say I, too, an not IN love with Andre, he's not bad to look at but at my age it doesn't matter anyway. I have to agree with you about the pain in the joints thing. haha And the total package of what Andre brings is what we like.And the music, sometimes I just want to say, What about the music?
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Shirley, you seem to get me, haaaaaaaaa, also Sally!
Today I planted my garden and now I will pack my suitcases for Europe, have all a good time in your concerts, FAY have fun!!!! I will tour Europe for 4 weeks and enjoy buying lots of miniatures.
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Inge have a safe trip. Tell us what you buy!! Love and hugs
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Fay have a wonderful time but I know you will. We will wait to hear from you!!!!!! Throw him a kiss for me. Love and hugs
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Jeanine Ann I will buy doll parts to make André in the red jacket and the horrible pants, haaaaaaaaa!
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aha, Inge, i was hoping you would be making that Andre outfit!! I knew you couldn't resist that one. hahaha
Happy hunting & enjoy your trip.
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Inge, did you ever make one of him in that horrid green suit?
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Virginia, is it the one where he proudly told on TV that he designed it himself?????? No, I have not made that one, but for fans I made him 7 times in his tax, for myself in his Cortona suit, his white pullover for Xmas l997, in a pullover rust-beige when he skated on the Maas, in a leather jacket and jeans and of course I made the hole JSO with him, Carla as Olympia and Akim Kamara. I also made Carla my favorite 3 times as Gräfin Mariza, Julischka from Budapest and Olympia and I made her friend Manoe for a fan. I found last night in my box 2 more body parts for an André - doll and started one with pipe cleaners and the horrible pants are already on him plus a pale pink shirt, the red jacket comes later today I have no time, if you send me your e-mail address, I send you pictures. Inge
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I think we have that in common Inge. I am very blunt and plain speaking. I have never been able to be PC, or to hide what I think. My words should be taken at face value.
I tell people to just read the words and assign them no emotion. I tend to be hurried and write a short line or two, where it may look like I am barking something out, but reality is that I am just hurrying off to another task.
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I think this blog is not a place for drool, but a place to appreciate the total person, whomever that person may be. We need to be reminded and respectful that men, women and children as well as Andre & the JSO see this online venue.
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Dear friend Deirdre!
Yippee!Yippee!Yippee! We met Jean today.Well what a lovely lady. Smartly dressed, very slim and look years younger than her actual age. She gave me an MP3 player on which she had recorded 100 melodies by the maestro Andre himself and well you would have had to see them. A black Canadian bear with a red ribbon on which there were white maple leaves holding in her arms
a little baby bear wearing a red baseball cap. I thought I would name them after Jean. So the mother bear is called Jean and her baby son Wallace.
We ate at the Pizza Express in London Wall, EC2 and then drove her over London Bridge passing "The Monument" which commemorates the Great Fire of London in 1666 which decimated most of London and left her at the Hays Galleria in
Tooley Street, SE1 where there are a number of shops including a permanent Christmas shop. I think she enjoyed
herself. She seemed to like the food and the service was very friendly. She is going back to Canada next Monday. I
couldn't believe how kind and generous she had been with her presents. However, we have one problem. I thought I was going to be wearing the MP3 to listen to Andre all day, but my teddies are fighting to have it for themselves.
Dear Eve: The Andre Rieu tulips were a sort of lilac colour but they are all finished now. I bought them from an English garden nursery called www.crocus.co.uk , where you might find a picture of it.
I had such a lovely day today with sunshine (no rain) that if anyone else on the blog is coming to England, let me kn ow, so we can meet. I feel that you are all friends of the family.
Bye for now. Sylvia and family
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hi Sylvia, i forgot to ask before about how they got their name ANDRE TULIPS??
i'll go on that site to look them up. problem is i don't know much about flowers, my Mom did know a lot. when she was alive we had like 75 flowerpots all over the whole apartment. now i have one.
love to you, EVE
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Hi Sylvia, Talking of Andre Rieu tulips, I have put them on my wishlist for later in the year also from Crocus. luv Ruth
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You Ladies have all been busy love the concert reports & photos I don't think I will be able to take any photos as I am on the rise, but will fill you all in on the concert 1 more sleep I am so excited I can hardly type; JAN McG. I think you enjoyed yourself it is really something to see Andre' for the first time,The Gowns of the Ladies & don't the men look good with all those white shirts I often wonder who does the washing & ironing of those shirts Andre;s too they always look sooo white, I think this is important as there is nothing worse than to see people in sadly washed clothes, I think of the silliest things I know, but thats me, & there is nothing nicer on a man than a crisp white shirt, is that why I love Andre' lets face it He wears His shirt well, any comments on that, its not just the shirt I love, its really the Person who wears that shirt, oh will tomorrow never come;
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Fay, Have a lovely time at your concert, I think you might be just a little excited Ha. Enjoy
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Dear all!
People can call me sweetheart, love,
princess, schnuckiputzi, petit chou or
even ducks (as some people say in England). I just feel it means people
are fond of me. It started off cold
this morning, but now it is sunny and
having just eaten a huge salad and smoothie, I shall go down to the garden
with my lovely black Canadian bear Jean
and her baby Wallace. They had one of
Keith's juice drinks with Canadian maple
syrup in it and they lapped it up.
Bye for now. Hugs galore from Sylvia,
Keith and all the teddies
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Hello Fay,
Whooppee the time has come, you are going to love every minute of it, it is going to take days for you to come down to earth as it has me when it was my first concert, you will have a thoroughly nice experience and you wont want to come home.
I shall be thinking of you.
Luv and hugs xxxxx Margaret.
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Hi dear friends.Like Sylvia you can call me whatever you like. I would of course like it to be something friendly and nice which of course it will be on the blog. I just look upon it as a term of endearment. My Nan used to say' Call me what you like just don't call me late for dinner'
INGE Hope you have a safe and enjoyably holiday. Which countries are you visiting?
I am watching his Gorgeousness at the moment smiling all over his lovely face Radetzky Marching with all his beautiful heart.
Big hugs to you all xxxx
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Fay
I hope you have a magical time with The Maestro - I know you have seen him before but it won't be any less fantastic. We will all be with you in spirit!!
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CALLING SHIRLEY CALLING SHIRLEY
Yes dear friend. You are so right.What a funny old world it would be if we were all the same.Everyone is special in their own kind of way.Some sweet some sour.Some nutty some straightlaced.
Some fat some thin and so it goes on. Like you I just like people (mostly)
The one thing we all have in common here is ANDRE and Big hugs. We all like a big hug don't we xx
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answering josephine, answering Josephine
Right on lady!
For the longest time I didn't understand hugs, but that'sa long story.
Anyway I learned to really appreciate them when my nephew's young children would come up & give me a big hug & say "I love you aunt shirley". That really got to me & then I became aware of how good a hug could feel. Now I'm a hugger too. But you'd be surprised at how many people will draw back from a hug & I understand that too because I was like that once myself. we all have taken a journey to where we are now & that's what has formed us into the person we are today & if we're lucky we keep on changing & growing & it's people who help us do that.
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Hi Shirley sweetie : ) I am a big hugger, bet you didn't know that!!! If you were here right now you would get a big hug. It feels so good to hug and be hugged. All of you would get a big hug. Too bad we all live in different area.
FAY I would tell you to give Andre a hug from me but I know they would stop you so a kiss will do - a blown kiss. Well now that DEIRDRE wants you to throw a thousand kisses for her, I want 1,001. Sorry DEIRDRE sweetie! Most of all and before anything have a GREAT time. Is Nelly still not going? Oh how I wish she was. Love and hugs to you
LYNDALL FREEMAN gets a BIG beautiful hug today - I just got your DVD's and I thank you so much. Love and hugs to you and Rob Love you both.
SYLVIA got your Royal package (supplement) and I thank you for your kindness. BIG hugs to you and Keith. Love you both.
Well I just love everyone!! Hugs to all
PS: Another BIG hug to BOB Dooley - he took my poem and put it over a photo (the portrait) of Andre, he retyped it so it would fit so that I could share it on Facebook. What a nice kind guy he is.
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Hi all
Im still alive just watching the blog
Lost for words at the moment.
I am trying to work out when I can see Andre again as my wife is just not into him that might be my fault because I am spending so much time following him and as Jeanine Ann knows I am doing a lot of photo's that have never been released BUT THATS MY SECRET. Would give my life to see him in maastricht be on the front row and get memorable photographs that I know that I can take and then to meet him on a one to one basis.One can wish but I know that it will never happen not with a name like dooley
Anyway I give you all my love and know that at some time we will all meet up and have a good chig wag.Loves And Big Hugs bob
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Hey Bob, Good to see you here again! I was worried that you had disappeared.
Don't tease about your 'secret photos'.!!!
What the heck's your surname got to do with meeting Andre??? Worse, you could have my surname!!! No idea how long you've been married Bob - but suggest some 'trade-off' appropriate here....
HOOLEY DOOLEY!!!!....You and your wife have a life 'together'...you also have individual tastes & can enjoy these singularly or with support of each other.
I attended Andre's Concert in Melbourne...all alone....scared witless...and thoroughly enjoyed myslef!!!! WORK IT OUT BOB - you can do it!!! hugs, Jan xo
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This here is Judith. I am so Hug Deprived!
Been sooooooo long since I was even near a hug. Use to give and receive big bear hugs from my mama; but as she has passed on, so went the hugs. Living a cloistered life 'sucks'. My girls are out of range to hug. My grandchildren? thats another story. So here I sit broken hearted! Hugless. Go through all my surgeries and healing, all by my lone some. I will accept any 'extra' or over zealous hugs. Thanks for letting me share my loneliness. I feel like a lonely discarded person. Will accept any left over hugs.
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Judith consider yourself hugged. A big bear hug for you. I have some photos for you on DVD and something else that will surprise you. It is coming in the mail so if you have moved recently please let me know before I send these out. BIG hugs to you
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Hi Jeanine Ann, Talking of hugs.. My Italian hairdresser always gives me a hug and kisss... I tell him thats all I go for !! For the record I am old enough to be his mother.... so what! its nice. I am anxiously waiting for my new violin to arrive in about 2 weeks. Its a John Wu Winter series, And is beautiful with a rich mellow sound ideal for classical music and romantic songs.[ I have played a full sized one but I need a 7/8 th one so that is whyI have to wait] Hope Cotton is still keeping well. All the excitement of Andres concerts is over but the memories linger on and on and on Love to you Maureen H.
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Always got a hug for you Judith my friend...
HUG, HUG, HUUGG, HUUUGGG, XOXOXO
Good to se you're hand is starting to mend. Jan xo
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an "extra over zealous hug" to You, JUDITH! so glad your hand is healing! & sad i'm too, out of reach! i know what You mean when u say you're hugless!
a big Smilie should i put here - have no idea how u put smilies ?!
Eve
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(((JUDITH))) hugs,hugs,hugs,hugs,hugs,hugs,hugs,hugs,hugs,hugs,
hugs,hugs,,hugs,hugs,hugs,hugs,hugs,hugs.
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Hugs to Judith
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Hi Fay, will be thinking of you at your concert.We all know you will have a fantastic time at your concert.Luv Ruth
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Hi everyone
Call me what you like - I just like to be part of this blog!!
I love everything that goes on - cannot always participate as much as I'd like as I am busy with my son's convenience store but I do read everything even if I don't comment""
Thinking of Fay Fay - she is sooooooooooooooooooo looking forward to seeing Andre again. I really envy her.
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Dear Everyone!
I am spitting feathers at the moment and
that is not a pretty sight! I have just written a letter to our English
paper the Daily Express (page 29) because I am fuming. They have done a big colour picture of The Seekers, together with an article saying Andre is
Austrian and has a symphony orchestra.
It says "now, though, they have reunited for concerts in their native
Australia". It also doesn't mention
that they have written a song for him.
I have sent them an email correcting the
mistakes etc. but I bet they won't publish it. Lousy journalism in my book. Bye for now. Will let you know if they print it. Must put on one of
Andre's dvd's to calm me down.
Love from Sylvia, Keith and teddies (The
bears were going to march to the paper's
offices to complain, but I managed to
stop them!)
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YE SYLVIA Go girl go. I can just imagine what you have written. Just looked it up on the internet as I don't have the Daily Express. A lady has commented underneath the story that she feels huliliated for Andre and the paper should correct it tomorrow. Why can't they get their facts right. Can't be that difficult surely.
Oh well. Bed time me thinks. I bet FAY and JILL won't sleep tonight
Hi FAY. Has Narelle changed her mind or are you going on your own. Bet she will regret it if she doesn't go. Hope she will go
Big goodnight and sweet dreams hug to you all zzzzzzzzzz xx
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WOW-Sylvia! I didn't think you had that much 'S-P-U-N-K', I Congratulate You!! You got my attention as soon as I saw you spitting feathers - you are a force to be reckoned with. You go girl!!! I am super proud of you! And they "better print it", or that is shoddy journalism. Lets hear it for SYLVIA. Yea! Hooray! Go Girl Go!! I am so very glad that your 'teddies' had your back 100%
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The lady that wrote to them was me and I was furious. But havent seen any apology
.
As you say Newspapers today are rubbish with their reporting. God bless and love Vivienne Pratt. PS: I also wrote and left an apology message on Andre's Guestbook.
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Recipe For Friendship
Ingredients
2 heaping measures of trust
2 well rounded scoops of respect
2 generous portions of affection
2 equal amounts of sharing
Method
Stir together until lumps and bumps are dissolved.
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Thank you Prudence for the above. luv Ruth
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Must have been a very clever person, the one who invented this recipe!
Thank You, PRUDENCE!
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FAY and JILL!!
Wow, girls when you wake up it will be Friday in Australia AND CONCERT DAY!!!!
May you have a super fantastical concert. Andre is going to blow you away with his beautiful melodies and charming personality!! Enjoy every second and blow him a THOUSAND kisses for me!!! I so wish we could ALL attend a concert at the same time. Andre and all of us will have a concert of a lifetime!! Hugs from Deirdre xxx
DEAR SYLVIA,
I am so happy you enjoyed your time with Jean. She sounds like a wonderful lady!!I know that she would love the names you have given the new teddies in your family! I think that Jean and Wallace are perfect names!!Hugs xx
Sweet EVE,
I am so glad that I have met another teacher on the blog!! Welcome my colleague and friend. I really love Andre and his music and I love any name you call me!!On this blog we are family.
Warm hugs from South Africa. xxx
Hi Shirl,
Last night my friend emailed my photo that was taken with Smokie (UK band). They were very sweet and entertaining and I guess they fall in the same category and age group than The Seekers who are currently performing with Andre. Their hit songs in the late 1960's and 1970's were: OH ALICE and MEET YOU AT MIDNIGHT ! Will ask my sweet JEANINE ANN to put our photo on the blog then you can see what they look like. Hugs xxxx
JOSE,
I heard over our radio on Classic FM that Prince Charles has his own HARPIST!!! Is that true!? Hugs from ME!!
TESS, Wow it is so cool that you had the opportunity to meet Andre in person!! I hope that package will also be available in South Africa next year. I bet that you will always remember it!!
Hi JAN,
I also thought that Kimmy sang the 'Vilja' song beautifully! She has grown so much in person since Andre has taken her under his wing.
SWEET JEANINE ANN,
Thank you for all the posts of Andre and his performances in Australia. They are great and I want to thank you for all your hard work!!
ONLY 193 DAYS TO GO UNTIL CONCERT TIME IN THE USA MY SWEETIE!!
TO ALL ANDRE RIEU FANS AND FRIENDS, I WISH YOU MANY MORE HAPPY HOURS FILLED WITH THE SWEETEST MELODIES PLAYED BY A GORGEOUS MAN WITH A VIOLIN!
Hugs from Deirdre in South Africa. xxx
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" ... that which we call a rose
By any other name would smell as sweet;"
i guess, old William knew what he was talking about.
DEIRDRE, sometimes i wonder what my kids at school would think of me if they read my love poems? luckily they don't. my reputation as a serious person would be in pieces. but i never learn.
You're about the only family i have.
Eve
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Hi dear Deirdre!
Charles appointed, I believe her name is
Claire Jones, as his official harpist in
2007. Pretty and blonde.Jean will be back in Canada next Monday. I think we
shall soon get blogs from her again
Dear Prudence: I love the recipe for friendship. Did you work it out or did
a friend or a famous person?
Bye for now. Hugs galore from Sylvia,
Keith and the teddies. (I am still
annoyed about the article in the paper!)
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What article Sylvia. Did I miss something??
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Dear Moderator!
If you look at my blog above Prudence's
Recipe for Friendship you'll see what I mean. It was an article in my national newspaper today doing a big article about The Seekers. They didn't mention that Andre got them back again. They said he was Austrian and had a symphony orchestra and that he was a conductor. I immediately wrote them an email with all the correct facts
and told them it was bad journalism. You would have been proud of me! I am quite sure they won't print it!
Hugs galore Sylvia and family
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Good for you Sylvia! You get a BIG hug for the letter. Lets hope they print it. Hugs
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The recipe for friendship is by author unknown.
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Just in case you haven't heard Andre won album of the year at Classic Brit awards, so happy for him. He said by video link keep waltzing will be back in UK soon. YES.!!
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Oh thank you KAY I kind of forgot about it with all that is going on. Will see if I can find an article on it and will post it here. Big hugs to you and to our ANDRE
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Oh Kay thank you for the message, I had been voting along with many others on the blog, I did at least 20 per day, this marvelous, wonder if it will be on UK TV could anyone help with this. I can't wait for him to return to the UK. luv Ruth
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Yes, thanks to Kay I was able to find the article and just published it. Hugs
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Wow - you certainly got that on quick Jeanine Ann - speedy gonzales well done.xx
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Hi Ruth, I think it is on television, 19th May don't know which channel.
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Dear Kay,
I have just read the Radio Times for week commencing 14th May and there is no
mention on any channel of the Classic Brit Awards only the British Soap Opera
Awards. Perhaps it will be the following week. I can hardly wait to see him with John Suchet. Bye for now.
Sylvia, Keith and teddies
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Good morning all!
Just heard on ClassicFM that the Classic Brits will be on ITV 1 on Sunday 29th May.I think quite late in evening.I watch it every year.
You can see videos on their website
ClassicFM.com
Hope all you ladies in OZ had a wonderful night?
Love,Brenda
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Hello all UK Andre fans!
Wonderful news that Andre has won ClassicFM's album of the year with Moonlight Serenade.
It is usually on ITV 1 about a week after the event.Will post details when I see programme advertised in TV guide.
May be next weekend sometime.
love to all, off to bed now,
love,Brenda
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AT LAST THE DAY IS HERE! I'M JUST ABOUT TO LEAVE FOR SYDNEY. I'VE HAD THESE TICKETS FOR 18 MONTHS. I DIDN'T THINK THIS DAY WOULD EVER COME. BUT IT HAS. WOW. SEE YOU TONIGHT FAY. I WISH EVERYONE ON THE BLOG COULD COME.
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Thank God friday has arrived, I woke at 4am to go to the loo & do you think I could go back to sleep, so I put the radio on, it clicks off after an hour,by then I was off in dreamland; PRUDENCE I love that poem alas at times its hard to dispense;JEANINE ANN I gave Nellys ticket to the young person who takes her out on Tuesday, this is not a new happening with Her & usually I just say ok we won't go but I am sure you all know that was not an option for tonight I have waited too long & I really don't go out often its usually only to a friends or Church, I have not even done a lot of shopping just groceries etc. mainly because Nelly went to the Easter Show & I needed to rent a scooter as post op walking long distances is out, also she needs a wheelchair for her tuesday outings , she likes to go to the shopping centres 5 hours on the go is too much at the moment, but tonight is my night I am so looking forward to this also to meeting Jill & to seeing a certain other Person of Quality Charm & any other word You can think of, Have a Rieully Great Day
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Aww JUDITH I am sorry you are hug deprived. I wish I lived close enough to pop round and hug you to bits
Tell you what I'll do I will give Darrell an extra big hug and pretend that it is you. Hope you will feel it.He will get a shock and think it is all his Birthdays rolled into one.!!
I am going to hug him right now. There did you feel that?I hope so Dear Friend. Huge Hugs to you xxxx
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JUDITH
I am sending you lots of hugs from Wales - my 33 year old son gives me hugs every day wherever we are, at home, in the street anywhere so I am sending HIS hugs because they are BIG HUGS (he's a big strong lad!
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Hi everyone!
I have just watched BBC1 TV breakfast show this morning and am very cross again. They talked about the Classic
Brit Awards and had 2 people from it
sitting on the sofa. A number of clips
were shown - no Andre, no clip of him,
no mention made of him! However, Kay,
I can now confirm the show will be on BBC 1 TV on Sunday, 29th May at 10.30pm
Re the article in the Express, my readers letter was not published today.
If it is not published on Monday, I don't think they will publish it.
Keith has just gone to the hospital for an osteoporosis test. His hip needs
replacing and the consultnt wants to see
if it has got worse or stayed the same.
I hope it is the latter.
Bye for now. Sylvia and the teddies
talked about the Classic Brit Awards that took place yesterday
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Hi SYLVIA. It was the same in ITV. No mention at all of Andre. What on earth does he have to do to get recognitin in UK. All they could talk about was Il Divo who won Artist of the Decade.(Should have been Andre winning that) I They have sold over 25 million albums wordwide. I am certain Our Man has sold more than that. Not decrying Il Divo. I do like them a lot. They are very good.
Anyway Big Big congratulations to Andre on his award. I will look forward to seeing the Awards on 29th. Shame Andre was in Australia. Shame for us in UK not of course for FAY and JILL who must be sooooo excited.
Poor KEITH. Hope he is not in too much pain. I am sure you and teddies will give him a big hug but please give him and extra one from me. A person can't get too many hugs.
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Dearest Judith!
I told all the bears about you needing and wanting hugs! Well they are all
lined up here, everyone, including Grandma, Grandpa, Theodore, Robert etc.
plus Wendy, Miss Molly and Isadore bears
who are all nurses. The nurse bears are
there in case you faint when they kiss you. Nobody kisses better than them.
Also their kisses leave an aftertaste of
honey! How do you feel now?
Hugs galore of course from Sylvia and Keith as well
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Hi INGE. I just can't wait to see Andre in his checked pants. I really do like them.
Hope you have a lovely holiday and the sun stays shining for you
Losaluv xxx
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For those of you who are interested in our conversation on David Garrett (don't worry, totally different from Andre, no competition)he was Billboard's best NEW artist of the year and will be featured on PBS fundraising shows in August. I am not particularly fond of a lot of the music he plays but never in my life have I seen any violinist whose fingers can move as fast as his can and yet hit every note perfectly. He is only 28 years old so I am not surprised that he is switching from classical to more rock. Did you know he supported himself at Julliard by being a model?
Just saw on Facebook a great video of Carla singing in Sittard, Netherlands. She is so talented and so busy, a true professional.
Also have seen more comments about Mirusia not getting the reception people assumed she would get. I still think it's because she sings the same songs over and over some of which were the songs that Suzan sang. Same with Tanya, it's beautiful every time she plays it, but why the same song for 15 years? With some people going to several concerts every year, it makes a difference. Anyway, hopefully by the time they arrive in the northeast in November, we'll see a couple of different songs. If not, I will start going only to Maastricht and specials. They're always great.
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I think David Garrett is a hunk!
I like his classical music best, probably my age, but I think the rock symphonies the younger generation digs.
CARLA... she's #1 in my book, my all time favorite of Andre's sopranos
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SYLVIA, I looked up the Andre Rieu Tulips, they are fabulous! The color is the most elegant one, it matches HIS personality.
I still don't know how they got their name, which again is the most beautiful name (music itself).
Is it true that they named a star after HIM?
Hugs from Eve.
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I posted on Facebook pictures of my Andre Rieu Tulips. They were developed in Holland and initially sold via Dutch Gardens a well known catalogue co. for plants. There was also a Marjorie Rieu rose. That was before the tulips. I imagine it is still available although I haven't checked.
Sally, can you pull the picture from Facebook or do I have to send you another one?
They could have named a star after him. There is an organization where you can name a star after anyone. I did it for my nephew and they sent him a map etc.
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I have some Andre tulips myself, I think I had sent a couple of pictures to Sally but that's been a couple of years ago.
I know Jeanine Ann had ordered some too. I need to divide mine this fall & move them to more sun
as they didn't seem to do as well this spring. They are the lovliest shade of purple.
Has anyone ever read the book The Rainbow Chronicles? In a garden called Hope Patch there were
some purple tulips & it is said because the color purple is a symbol of the Divine Presense
in the world. This is a very special book to read if you haven't already.
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Hi Eve, I have the photo of Andres purple tulips as my facebook photo. The larger picture of them is stunning.
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Hi dear friends. Yes Andre and Marjorie both have stars named after them Andre's is called Heavenly Music and Marjories is called Guiding Light
JUDITH You must feel squished to bits after all these hugs you have had today
Did you know that Hugging is good for your health.It's official. When you are hugged your body makes Oxytocin which is the love hormone and a hug lowers your blood pressure.
So big hugs all round dear friends xxx
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Heavenly Music & Guiding Light! a perfect match!
i knew that hugging was good for health & i think virtual hugging is good for health too. and i also think that thoughts sent through the ether or air, whatever u call it, can really reach u. and they also have a beneficial or healing effect.
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Free Hugs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vr3x_RRJdd4
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Oh yes Prudence I love this Thankyou xx
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OK, group-hug everyone!
can you feel it?! i can. Soooooo GOOD!
thanks, PRUDENCE!
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Hi All, thank you so much for the info on when Classic Brits will be on TV. It is a shame that Andre does not get as much publicity her in the UK. When you talk to a lot of people they don't know who he is!!! (they do when I have finished!!!!!) then on the other hand he has a lot of fans in the UK. My next door neighbour is a hairdresser and she said at least 2 ladies had had their hair done in the salon where she works, they were going to the concert at Manchester. When you look at the clips on You Tube of the UK concerts they all look packed out. luv Ruth
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Hi, RUTH, i too don't get it why A.R. doesn't get the publicity he deserves in the UK.
i've never seen him on the Romanian TV either, only few of my friends know him.
but: he is known now at my school cos my colleagues received tons of You Tube videos with ANDRE from me & they too are mesmerized.
Eve
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Dear sweet JUDITH,
You have just received a group hug!! You can be so glad that you are not living within hugging distance from me! I can really hug well and when I'm finished with you, you will know that you have been hugged!! Well I don't live near, therefore I am sending you 1000000 hugs!!BET YOU ALREADY FEEL MUCH BETTER!!
EVE Girl,
Haha in class I am a real Hitler. You cannot be ' friendly' with the students, they will walk right over you. They are at school to learn in my class and I must make sure that they receive the best education possible. In the staff room I am my loving self. If someone needs a hug or shoulder to cry on, I am always there.If any of my students should ever read this blog, they will NEVER guess that the D. Kruger on the blog is the same D. Kruger that teaches them! Haha, if only they knew! I see that you are lonely too and in need of a hug. Well my dear friend, here is a humongous(very, very big) hug to you!!
You never need to feel lonely again, we are family and we care!Love and hugs xx
FAY and JILL!!!!!
Earth calling!!!! Please come down from outer space and report back to the blog immediately!! How did Andre look,smile,play, etc. How was the concert? Did the two of you meet? Pleeeeeease tell us everything ASAP!!
PRUDENCE,
Thank you so much for the recipe. I baked my hug-love cake and it just came out perfectly!! I will now share it with everyone on the blog!
All my Rieully good friends: Love you and hug you!!From Deirdre and LULU (meow) xxx
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Hi Deirdre
Ill Join your class and I will Have one over you and can I have a shoulder to cry on.
Love Im Back bob
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Hi BOB You will be bringing an apple for the teacher next Teachers pet!!!! xx Hugs xxx
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Hi DEIRDRE & all my Rieully Good Friends,
i've always found it difficult to be severe, even in the classroom; i am though. tell u the truth, i'm a real softy!
when i was a kid there was this idea (only later did my grandma tell me) that you're not supposed to kiss (or hug?) your children unless they are asleep (???) well, i always liked to be hugged.
here, in this part of Europe things are a bit different. we never used to say: 'love ya!' etc. but - thankfully - lots of English phrases are taken and translated word by word like for ex. 'have a nice day' this is so typically English and they use it here too every day & that's great. it goes for 'i love u' too.
this is for You, D. no one shall hear it: i really love ANDRE RIEU! there, i've said it! i love HIM to bits and everything he's got: music, family, friends, pets if he's got any. cos what i see in HIM is unconditioned love for people all over the world with no difference whatsoever. and that is what comes out through his music!
i listen to him every day ('You Raise Me Up' is my favorite now) and i'm grateful that i've found this treasure!!
bye for now.
p.s. let's not forget that u, i mean all of you are the only ones i can speak English with.
Eve
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Eve, we are a mutual admiration society.
We admire each other & Andre Rieu.
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QUOTE OF THE DAY
" Have great hopes and dare to go all out for them. Have great dreams and dare to live them. Have tremendous expectations and believe in them."
La vie est belle!! Andre won with Moonlight Serenade!! That is so unbelievably cool!! May each day be filled with love and beautiful music played by a very special man with a violin!! Hugs to all from Deirdre in South Africa.
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HUGS R US and we have got plenty to share xxx
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Hi all, when I was in my early teens, after Mum died my father ran the shop we had, it was an ironmongers among other things he sold coal in small bags, it was myself and my sister who carried these bags to elderly people. On one occassion an elderly lady offered us some money, it was more than our lives worth to take money, dad would have gone mad. The lady gave us the following verse which was in a frame and said we were good girls and to think on the verse, over the years I have tried to live by this.
KINDNESS
I shall pass through this world but once
Any good thing therefore that I can do,
Or any kndness that I can show,
To any human being, let me do it now,
Let me not defer it or neglect it,
For I shall not pass this way again.
Alan Tabor.
My daughter now has the origin, but not in same frame!.luv Ruth
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That verse is so lovely Ruth.Wouldn't it be a wonderful world if everyone just did one little act of kindness each day. It is amasing how much better you feel in yourself too when you have said or done something kind to somebody.
It can't be that difficult surely. Big Kind hugs xxx
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Hi Josephine Thank you for the comment. Hope you have a lovely time with your friend. Hugs and luv Ruth
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What beautiful words Ruth. Can't help wonderfing if I heard these via Daniel O'Donell/Mary McDuff? Words are most familiar. Wonder if this is from an old Hymn, or from 'Celtic' Folk music??
Hugs, Jan xoxo
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Hi Ruth, thanks for sharing this!
My family too, has experienced the kindness of 'Earth Angels' in times of dire need...not that we needed or wanted charity...we were just stopped dead in our tracks by accident & misadventure at the time. You have obviously noticed & experienced in your life, that God's Angels don't usually present themselves in Designer clothes & adv ertising wealth and good fortune!
I am blessed to know some of 'God's Angels' in my life! xoxo
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Dear Ruth,
When I was 16 someone at school wrote your poem Kindness in my autograph book,
but I lost the book. I have printed it off again and I am going to frame it.
It moves me every time I read it. I have always tried to follow the ideas in this throughout my life.
Love Sylvia, Keith and teddies
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Hi Dear friends. Well I am away for the weekend. Darrell is spending two days at a classic car and auto jumble so I am going to stay with a girl friend and meeting a couple of others for lunch. One is a friend of a friend who doesn't have the internet and loves Andre. She asked me to get her a programme of the O2 concert and I ordered her a DVD off the internet but I have been let down by the supplier so I am going to lend her a couple of mine until I can re order.DVD's are still not easily available here off the shelf.I have printed her a couple of pictures on canvas and they are BEAUTIFUL She will love them and a couple of interviews. I feel so lucky to be able to just sit in front of my laptop and watch his Gorgeousness and find out information any time I like and talk to you my dear friends. Can't imagine not being able to do that. I expect I will have a lot to catch up on when I get home
Just about time for Fay ans Jill's concert to begin. I can almost feel the excitement. Bye for now Hugs xxxx
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JOSEPHINE
I hope you had a lovely weekend with your friends.
Can I ask about the pictures you did on canvas - were they on an ordinary printer or did you have get them done professionally?
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I did do something but dont think all went well as I lost my link so will start again; Last night was without doubt the best night of my life, to start the audience were a bit cool, but Andre' soon had us all in the palm of His hand, Kimmi sang Vilja, her voice is so much stronger The Tenors were well received, more so when they sang Mama, Andre' did'nt stick to the program, what He did was better, there were a few new pieces names which have left my brain, Ballad for Adeline was one, Tania played The Swan with one of the men looking for water in the piano, Andre' said He can't help it He's Italian, the snow fell with Andre suggesting to a lady she remove the snow from her cleavage as He did not want her to get a chill, much laughter ,The Seekers did not come on after the break as printed in the program , Andre' went on doing what Andre' does best, He surely has a great gift, Ha held the audience in the palm of His hand, with us all asking for more, then on came The Seekers, Wow, Judith Durhams voice is as powerfull if not more so than it was before , they sang favorites like Georgy Girl, Morning Town Ride, The Carnival is Over, There Will Never be Another You, & I Am You Are Australian , all to the back drops of places within Australia, until it came to Sydney Harbour, The Bridge, The Opera House & last Our Flag, WOW WOW, Andre' then played more Mirusia sang Time to say Goodbye, with the crowd yelling for more stamping feet , we are good at that, Andre' then played The Hallelujah chorus, to more more more, Andre' saying He was tired thirsty & hungry, still the audience wanted more,He played Amazing Grace, a few other favorites, & last but not least MARINA, on dvd its good, but on stage its something else, the young girl who takes Nelly out on Tuesday came as I gave her Nelly's ticket, we have a new Andre Fan, we both came home slightly horse in our throats, I was lucky enough to meet our lovely Jill for a quick conversation, if I could get a ticket I would go again tonight, Andre has something Rare & Beautiful to share that is such an experience A Joy to Behold, I bought myself a tshirt which I wore to Vinnies this morning, can you guess who our conversations were about, I also thank Jasper for bighting my foot for without that I may never have had the joy of Andre's way of presenting His Music,;
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Fay, I'm so glad you had such a fantastic time. xo
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Fay
I am so glad that all went well with your concert - I am sure you knew it would.
I can tell from your message that you Rieully enjoyed it - he is a fantastic man. You say he didn't stick to the programme - well, he knows his audiences and knows what they want.
He knows exactly HOW to get the audience to relax doesn't he?
I know when he was in th U.K. he probably had a difficult job with us - you all know how 'Stiff Upper Lip' we are - UNTIL someone gets us going; then there's no stopping us!!
So glad you have a Night to Treasure - it will keep you going on the difficult days.
He must have enjoyed himself to do 'Marina' as apparently he does not always do it.
If I ever win the Lottery I promise I will treat you to an Andre Concert.
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Fay
Are we going to get a picture of you in your Andre Tee Shirt? That would be great to see - I have'nt seen and Andre Tee shirt
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Yes Fay that would be great to see you in the T-Shirt. If you want, send it to me and I will put it on the blog, only if you want it on. Thanks for suggesting it Gloria. Hugs
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Jeanine Ann
I am SOOOO happy that all worked out well for Fay - she was looking forward so much to HER CONCERT WITH ANDRE!!!!
We all need events like this to get on with our lives.
Many of us have problems of one sort or another and is it not lovely that Andre has helped us all so much.
Hugs to you Jeanine Ann from me x
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Hi Fay, I am so happy you had such a great time. I just knew you would and I was thinking about you. The show sounds fabulous!!! I only wish Narelle would have gone with you. She would have enjoyed it so much. How is she? I wonder what kind of show he will have for U.S. I love the song "I am Australian". I first heard it when Alan Jones sang it and I could hear it over and over. How long was the show, do you remember? Once again I am so happy for you. Love and big hugs
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Fay I am so happy you went to that concert! I just wish Nelly had gone too.I remember one concert we went to & there was a lot of foot stomping, especially towards the end & we didn't want him to go.
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Hi Fay, Really glad you enjoyed your concert, having said that I don't know anybody who does not Andre, so glad also that you had someone to go with, it feels better when you go with somebody. luv Ruth
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did you receive my photo's i sent for you to all enjoy Tess
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CD prize arrived today! yet another tremendous presentation from Andre, included a signed postcard as well, whioch made the other half please, a congratulations note on the back, but not sure if that was by a member of staff or Andre ! I am choosing the latter
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EVE what a lovely message!
Your English is so good - can I ask, where do you live? Is it Romania?
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HI, GLORIA, yes, i'm from Romania, land of the Tzuika (very strong plum-brandy), maize-porridge and Dracula. it is a beautiful country, worth visiting but fortify yourself with a lot of patience - life is hard here, but it could be like heaven if only ...
i understand u're from Wales (not sure, cos i see 2 names here: Gloria & Gloria Futcher & - compared to all of u - i'm still new on the blog) well, if u are from Wales, let me tell u this is the place i'd really like to visit. i've only read about Wales in the nicest novel: John Wain, A Winter in the Hills. i love this novel.
hugs from Romania from a Transylvanian lass.
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DEAR FAY!!!!
I am so glad that you had a spectacular concert!! Our Andre just knows how to put on a show. I am sure that your friend is now totally hooked!! Nobody can resist Andre's charm. I too have a Andre T-Shirt and wear it to my school every now and then. When my principal sees it,he always asks "Is today Andre Day again!" I then tell him that in my house and heart, every day is Andre Day!!I bet this evening will stay with you for a very long time and I am so glad that you had the opportunity to meet Jill. Love to you and Lulu sends a K-kitty hug to Jasper. xx
HI BOB,
I am so glad you are BACK!! Wow, we missed you!! I would love for you to come and teach at my school. The hugs are free and in abundance!! Don't disappear again! Hugs to you and yours x
EVE,
Your English is very good girl. English isn't my home language, but my second language. I teach in both Afrikaans(home language) and English at my school. Our classes are mixed which make teaching quite difficult. Hugs xx
JOSE,
Bob should bring an apple when he visits me at my school. They say "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." Enjoy your weekend girl. Hugs to you too
FRIENDS,
I went to visited my brother on my bicycle (he lives quite near)this afternoon. I was just past the circle at our shopping center when I heard a loud crash behind me. A man on his motorcycle was knocked down by a car (10 meters behind me) and was very seriously injured. I don't know whether he is going to make it. I then again realized that we must live each day as if it is our last. We must laugh,hug and enjoy each moment and share our love with others. I wondered when last that poor man was hugged or told by someone that he is loved!?
Andre is doing the best thing any person can ever do. He brings a smile to our face, he plays with so much passion and love and through his music he shares his love with the world!! Bless him!!
I wish you all a supermarveltastical Andre Day full of wonderful music! Don't forget to hug someone today, you never know... Deirdre and Lulu xx
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Fay, it looks like you had a super time, hope Narelle does not regret that she did not go.
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Dear Josephine!
Well.well.well.I have just read your report of the concert. You are so talented with your writing. I was transported to the O2 and felt I had been there too. Thank you so much. I
think you should become an author. I'll
queue up to be the first one to buy one your books. Bye for now.
Love Sylvia and family
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i can't agree more, the closest i get to a live concert is by reading these reports & then it's easier to imagine that i'm there.
love to u ALL!
E.
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HI everyone.
HOW i discovered ANDRE RIEU: there was this waltz by Shostakovich as a background music for a set of pictures i got as a mail and then another set with the same tune and it read: Andre Rieu. so which one is it?! i started to search and there HE was, sparkling on that podium, playing the 2nd Waltz. i was thunderstruck. and then i felt that all the thorns that i had covered and protected myself with over the years just fell off. i was FREE.
Eve
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Eve, I am with you, no matter how much we hear about Andre the "showman" or his "flowing mane of hair" or even his "charm" .. it all starts with his MUSIC.
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Hi just to let you knoe that my parents really enjoyed the concert at the 02 arena in London.
They are now talking of going to his show over in Germany as my brother lives out there, so between us we might just get something sorted for them.
Thanks to Andre and co.
Please can you let me know if Andre intends to come back to the UK in the future.
Thank them all again.
lots of love to them all
from
Mary and Pat
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Hi Family, I am taking this time to 'thank' each of you for your very sweet, touching and greatly needed "HUGS". I was really (actually) shedding real tears as I read each and every message from Jeanine Ann, Jan McG, Shirley, Eve, Prudence, Josephine, Gloria, Deirdre, and I hope I left no one out. My hand is coming along fine, it is the upper right arm which is giving me all my problems. Experiencing such excruciating stabbing pain when ever I make a movement in hand or arm. Have an appointment with a neurologist, but that can't come soon enough. Don't get me wrong, I can handle pain, Lord knows I've had my share; but this is just unexplainable and very SHARP, leaving my arm to finger tips tingling.
With very Sincere 'thanks', this makes me feel so good. To keep this part brief, it is hard to be ignored and left alone, is devastating for me, as I have sacrificed for my girls, and now when I need a little understanding. Well, you will read-between-the-lines. In my time of need. Again my friends, I hold you all close to my heart as I have missed out on many HUGS. But I did feel each and every sincere hug. xx
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Dear Judith I send to you from me The Biggest Andre' Love Hug Ever, pain is so debilitating,I sincerely hope you find answers to whatever is causing this pain, I commiserate with you about daughters,at this point in time I am so upset with Nelly & her attitude that I keep my mouth shut if I open it she had best be carefull I am a Scorpio person trully, I feel no matter what you do its so taken for granted; but never mind I spent time with Andre' & it was without a doubt The Best show, I do hope it will go to dvd, perhaps because of The Seekers it will, even apart from them Andre' was firing on all cylinders, I could go on forever, it was a better show than the last one & that was great, I looked up Judith Durham's age she is 68, such a strong voice She has The guys have lost nothing either, The girl who came with me , her parents were going last night I will be interested to hear their comments, as they went when Andre' was here with The Castle; He does'nt need that anymore, He has a beautiful backdrop of it with the garden, also one inside the ballroom, His new backdrops are soooooo good, very smart thinking, why am I surprised? they really add too the music & pleasure of the whole concert, they go on to Newcastle now then Brisbane & Home there is a big break in the concerts then, perhaps Andre' & Marjorie are going to have a well deserved holiday, I wonder when He will be back???? have a beautiful Andre' day;
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Deirdre you were lucky to be just that little bit further ahead,poor man to be knocked off His bike hope he is doing ok; I meant to add previously that Andre' played We'll Meet Again, the Audience joined in & sang it, for all you young ones it would'nt mean much, but us older ones remember The songs Vera Lynn always sang, & Andre's playing of it on His Violin was different & OH SOOO beautifull, to me even better than Ben,& My Way, its so cold inside here I am going to sit in the sun a rare moment of tranquility for me;
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Andre Rieu "Undercover" Video. Enjoy
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HE will always be "NEEDED", yes, a violin cannot be imitated an neither can He.
thank You JEANINE ANN, i relished every word!
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Thank you for the interview Jeanine Ann - I could listen to Andre's voice all day!!
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Thank you Jeanine Ann for putting the interview on the blog, it makes great watching. luv and hugs Ruth
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These are for you Judith xxxxxxoooooo
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Hello everyone, I'm just back from Sydney, have been so anxious to come on and tell you all about the concert and to see what Fay has already told you. Hi Fay.
It was a huge hassle getting to the venue - we were in a taxi stuck in traffic for an hour. I was terrified we weren't going to get through. At last we did though and as I was walking down the stairs to my seat with my friends I heard someone call, "Jill", I looked up and there was Fay. We'd never met before but knew each other straight away. I had no doubt it was Fay when I saw her smiling face looking at me.
The concert was three hours of magic, it was so visually beautiful and I'm sure there wasn't a better place to be in the whole world than in that Arena for those three hours. The music was perfect - mainly waltzes and bright happy tunes. Andre looks so well and happy, he was obviously enjoying himself and the moment. It's hard to take your eyes off him, he has such a presence.
Tanya playing The Swan was breathtaking, Bela's solo was amazing, Mirusia so beautiful but the party really started when The Seekers came on. They sound just as good as they ever did, everyone sang along with them, how could you not? Judith didn't sing the song she wrote for Andre. I was looking forward to hearing it.
The encores went on and on, with Andre having no real intention of stopping anytime soon. He's a master at encores, isn't he?
My first prize for the night would have to go to the JSO for their rendition of "We'll Meet Again". They played it with a big band sound, something I have never heard them do before, and the result was so exhilarating. Everyone sang on top note and I wouldn't have been surprised if the whole of Sydney heard the noise.
As soon as I send this off I'm sure to think of a dozen other highlights I should have mentioned. I thought of you all as soon as Andre began Marina. My friend wanted to know why I was laughing...
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so glad you got to meet up with Fay.
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I've just read your concert report Josephine, you've described it all beautifully.
You might be able to answer something I wonder about - what's the 'snow' made of. It looks so much like snow from a distance. Did it fall softly and prettily at first in the UK concerts and then with a big dump at the end? It was very funny watching everyone's reaction that were in the firing line, and Andre's enjoyment of the joke. He loves teasing people, doesn't he? He must be fun to have around the house at home.
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Some in the audience said the "snow" was feathers but it looked like tiny bits of torn up thin plastic bags like Safeway's/Woolworth's fruit & veg bags that so easily tear & break. Great recycling.
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Great interview Jeanine Ann, if you go on to Andre's site 2 of the guys entered the half marathon in Sydney this morning & even won a medal hows that for friendly relationships, I also forgot KALKI was the 3rd. singer on stage for Andre's concert, I am still at the concert reliving little bits, I wonder when Andre will be back, He deserves a holiday;
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Dear Jeanine Ann
I just love to write or leave a comment to you - what an incredible understanding lady!
It is the first time this week that I have time to go to the blog - and reading through the entries I think it's unfair to André to compare him to solo violinists like Nigel Kennedy and David Garret. André plays in an orchestra and don't claim the limelight to show how good he is because he is part of a team. Not everybody is good teamplayers. Judge André on his interpretation of Gold and Silber in 1977 in Brussels where he received the Premier Prix or solo parts in 'Hör ich Zimbalklange and Komm Zigany'.I have a DVD of Nigel Kennedy's 4 Seasons (Vivaldi)and I must admit his footwork is eye-catching but never as good as our Maestro. I think that André reach the second highest position on the UK chart (all time) last year (Forever Vienna) and past Kennedy's position of nr. 3 that stood for years and years.
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This interview is from 2OO7? I wonder if the blond music teacher of André is a fiction of his imagination or if she really exists? If she does, she would be my age, haaaaaa and if she hears that in almost every interview, she must be tickled pink??? I found funny that or actually nice of him that he did not think his wife is a possession!!!!
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André's blond music teacher's name is (was??) Tienie Bakes and was a violinist in his father's orchestra.
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Thank you Ilse for this information. How old would she be now and is she still teaching? Hugs
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Judith: Yes we are upset. All of us
bears lined up and gave you lots of kisses with nurse bears standing by in case you fainted and you don't mention us!
Judith: I am so sorry you are in such pain with your arm. I have said a prayer for you and lit one of our tall
lilac coloured candles for you. Maybe
it will help.
Dear all: Jean rang me today before she leaves for Canada tomorrow. Wasn't
that nice of her?I think she will probably be back on the blog on Tuesday.
Bye now. Sylvia, Keith and disgruntled
teddies
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Hi Shirley. I like David's classical playing best too, except for the Four Seasons and Chardas. Probably age. I agree with you re Carla. I think both she and Carmen are true professionals both in their voices and in their acting abilities. The total package. Mirusia is good, I have met her a few times and I like her. My problems are 1) her breathing, very audible, and now because I am aware of it, distracting. 2) In the higher ranges unless you already know the words to a song you can't understand it. At first I thought it was just my own hearing until I had my sister and then my brother listen to a recording and they couldn't understand her either. I have since seen other comments about it. I assume it must be the same in all languages. 3) I don't know if it's Mirusia or Andre but she has sung most of Suzan's songs which brings comparisons and criticisms. Now the same thing is starting with Kimi. Her first appearance was the Ave Maria that Carmen does so beautifully, and now she is singing Vilja which Carmen sang so exquisitely. So next year will she sing Il Bambino? So I still can't tell whether I like her or not because I can only see it in comparison to Carmen. Kimi's voice is not nearly as strong. He's got to start putting some new songs into the mix. Got that off my chest didn't I? I think they're taking the easy way out.Okay if they're just going to go to more and more venues where they haven't been before. Otherwise am seeing more comments on You Tube clips all the time about same songs and Mirusia's breathing. I do hope that someone in his organization does read these comments because problems are so easily corrected. They have to remember some of us go to several concerts every year. Thanks for listening.
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Virginia, you bring up some very good points.I haven't really heard Kimmy sing that much but I did like her sarie marais. I guess everybody has their favorite but it is hard not to compare when they sing the same songs & I will always choose Carla & Carmen.
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Dear All, I have now in my possession the original portrait of Andre that Bob had painted by a painter called Tony Rea. I know Bob was hoping to raise funds for the Meningitis Trust. A charity near to his heart, I offered a donation which was accepted and He Andre, not Bob!!!!) is now on my wall at home. When I am writing on the blog I can see him smiling down at me. I never dreamed I would own something like this and also helping a good cause. Since losing my partner whom I dearly loved,I felt lost and it was only by chance that I saw Andre on channel 5 one Sunday lunchtime while flicking through channels I was hooked and continued to watch out for programmes with Andre. I looked on the internet for more info and found the blog. My daughter got me Moonlight Serenade and Forever Vienna from Lilly. As we all know the rest DVD's and Cd's bought and THE CONCERT at the MEN, next step would a concert in Maastricht, front row and a meet and greet, we can all dream, but never give up hope. My daughter has said a have a spring in my step now. So thank you to Andre, he does Raise Us Up. hugs and luv to all. Ruth
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Good thing that Carla has such an extraordinary voice that cannot be copied so easy, I do not think someone will sing the Olympia, they would have to have her D4 coloratura, but it is true, Carmen and Carla, my favorite, cannot be replaced that is why the new ones should never sing their songs. If they had new songs nobody would compare them.
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Right you are Inge. Carmen and Carla, who arrived at the same time, are "the complete package" both individually and together. I sm astounded at how many operas Carla has been in and the stellar reviews.
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Virginia, I had personal contact with Carla and she told me that she is very busy at the Giessen Opera house. She wanted a doll made by me for her godmother, which I did and she is a very lovely person.
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Dear Jeanine Ann,
It appears that Andre Rieu Productions have sent a special gift to Gold Members of a gold-coloured brooch which
says "Andre Rieu Gold Member" with a
violin in the middle. I certainly
haven't received one. Is this for all
Gold Members or a chosen few?
Fay: Are you still on cloud 9, or have you floated down to earth yet?
Bye for now. Hugs Sylvia, Keith & teddies
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Hi Sylvia, I am a recent Gold Member, the gift I got was a lanyard. hugs and luv Ruth
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Hi Ruth, the gift of the lanyard was the regular gift when we first became gold members. When I got the photo of the month prize it was the "Roses" DVD and and autograph photo with a note on the back of congrats for winning which is what I think Steve said he got for the waltz album he won. Ruth you should have received two beautiful 8 x 10 photos with the lanyard. The small photo I got with the DVD was signed by Andre but who wrote the note on the back was probably one of his staff. Hugs to you
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Hi all, Yes it was a signed postcard with the CD
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Hi dear Sylvia, I haven't heard anything about that. May I ask where you heard about it? I certainly will be watching my mail. I know that everyone does not get things at the same time. Hope it is true. Will check it out. Thanks and also I just got a package from you with the Royals William and Kate and the M.E.N. photos. Thank you so much dear friend. Your Trier is on its way. The mail has been awful and now the Post Office is talking about cutting out Saturday mail. I hope not. Hug hugs to you
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Dear JEANINE ANN,
I think that Andre Rieu Helpdesk varies the gifts they are sending out to Gold Members. I don't think that those who have already received their membership cards and gifts, will receive another gift! I receive two beautiful full-color photographs and a key holder. I just love it!!
Hugs to you and Cotton my sweet friend!
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Dear FRIENDS,
André composed some music when he was ill and a new CD will be released soon. For those who are "tired" of his old songs, there is something to look forward to. You must just all remember that André is touring all year round. He is a very busy man and is doing CDs and DVDs of his concerts when he is back in Maastricht. It is easy for some of us to say "we" are tired of his old songs! Give the man a break!! When will he have time to do it? Would you rather have André staying home for a year to work on "new" songs for his soloists and new music for his orchestra with NO concerts! NO,NO, NO!!! I rather would want him to tour and bring his music to my country than being without André and the JSO for a year!! I don't care if they play the same songs, I can then sing along and enjoy each moment because the songs are familiar to me. In every concert he does play 1-4 new songs(songs composed for that specific country). THAT IS MORE THAN ENOUGH FOR ME!!! I don't think Kimmy and Mirusia are trying to replace Suzan and Carmen!! They are their own persons and are singing beautifully!! Well, I do hope you are satisfied that Andé will be bringing a new CD with his new compositions and the Waltz by Anthony Hopkins out soon!!
The MAASTRICHT CONCERTS this year are going to be spectacular once again. I have some inside information on who the SPECIAl GUESTS are going to be! One thing I can tell you is that we are going to be blown away!! Would you like to know who those guests are?? I promise that it is not going to be the same old same.
I love to hear Andre and the JSO play, more so if it is in my country. Whatever is on the playlist!!?? I DON"T CARE!!
I WOULD LIKE ALL OF YOU TO COMMENT ON WHAT I HAVE JUST SAID!! Have a Rieully nice day!
Deirdre (South Africa) xxx
SALLY, it is good to see you back on the blog!!
ANDRé, THANK YOU FOR YOUR MUSIC AND FOR BRINGING IT TO SOUTH AFRICA!! SEE YOU AGAIN IN 2012!!!
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DEIRDRE PLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEASE DO TELL. I think I know how you found out but I don't know who the guests are. Love, love and more love to you with hugs to match.
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DEIRDRE are you talking about Anthony Hopkins? I know a new CD will be coming called "And The Waltz Goes On" which is the name of the composition which Sir Anthony Hopkins wrote. It will probably be in the Autumn. Hugs
PS: I know we will hear the song before the CD comes out so that would be Maastricht. Thanks sweetie
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OUCH!
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I hope you don't misinterpret what I am saying. Certainly I don't think anyone is trying to replace Carman or Carla and they couldn't. Each singer has her own repertoire and my personal opinion is that she should sing her "own" songs, instead of songs that a different person. As far as the orchestra is concerned, we have been told straight from the horse's mouth that they have 300 songs which they can play at a moments notice. I am not suggesting they change the whole program, but it does bother me that so many of Mirusia's songs were Suzan's trademark songs and Kimi's first featured songs were songs Carmen dazzled us with. I would prefer they sing something different. They are not starting from scratch. They have been singing for years and have a huge trove to pick from that the orchestra knows. There are certain songs that the orchestra will play at every performance no matter what, and we know that. It's part of the charm. We are not asking them to learn new songs at all.
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At the Melbourne concerts, Kimmie sang Vilja from the Merry Widow. Her voice, the song & the way it was played by JSO was so different to Carmen's version; it was magnificent & received a standing ovation. Mirusia sang Time to say goodbye brilliantly & received a standing ovation; Suzan never sang that. The music score for the concerts was incredible, the best we've heard & seen.
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Dear Helen,
Thank you for telling us that Kimmy AND Mirusia sang brilliantly and their "own" songs as well! When André toured South Africa in March, we attended his first concert in Cape Town. The audience was moved by these two ladies and they BOTH received a standing ovation!! André is the best thing that ever happened to South Africa!! Hugs, Deirdre xx
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Hi All, There is a "surprise" gift being sent out to gold members, I recieved mine yesterday. It is an additional gift different to the one we all received when first joined.
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Well ladies you have all been busy, Andre did have some new pieces can't put names to them at this moment I am still up on the mountain, I dont agree with all your comments, but then I am not a purest, I just know what I like, no 2 persons are alike, & I feel its wrong to compare one person against another, Andre' Knows what His audience likes & He trully panders too us, why nit pick? I tried to use my gold membership card to get a discount when I bought my tshirt, I was told they knew nothing about it, ??? I have to say it is so well made no raw edges the shoulder seams are all Run & Fell & xl is exactly that I am a size 22/24 depending on the make if I bought xl here it would not fit me; Jeanine Ann I will get round to a photo, Narelles camera was not powerfull enough to take good close photos, we had surprising good seats, I know where to sit next time & will get in early, Andre' is such A NICE PERSON it comes through He has a Gift no money or training can buy, He & His people are not perfect, I only know of one Person who is & look what was done to Him!!!!!
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Hi Fay, When we went to the MEN, I bought a few items and forgot I had my Gold Card in my purse, mind you my mind WAS on other thing, seeing THE MAN in a short while.Hugs and Luv Ruth
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Hi FAY. I may be wrong regarding the Gold Membersip Card but from what I understood when I attended the O2 London concert Andre and his team have nothing to do with the merchandise being sold at the venues. What is on sale is organised and arranged by the venue. May be wrong of course.
Warm hugs xx
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Not exactly on the subject of Andre, but I know some of you are fans of Helmut Lotti and he is a friend of Andre. Does anyone know what has happened to him? He announced a year ago he was working on something new, but there is no news and no new concerts. I hope he is okay.
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Gosh I haven't heard a thing.It's been awhile since I ordered his Time To Swing. I think Sally & Jill like him too.Maybe they know something.I hope he's ok too.
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I need to add something to what I last said why compare Andre' to somebody else, I believe thats impossible, who is there that has anything to use to compare it seems to me we have a lot of persons who put on shows, but consider is there a show that is anything at all like Andre & His JSO, they do their own setting up are very independant they ship or fly everything they need, they are self sufficient in most every way I don't think there is anyone else who does this is there??? I look forward to your comment on this, just in case you don't know I admire The Whole RIEU Package!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Who compared Andre to anyone else?
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HI, FAY,
i think Andre has become a CLASSIC, an artist of the highest rank. not any really good artist can reach this position, at least not in their lifetime. but Andre did. he may be compared but he is incomparable! and so he will stay.
as u've said, Fay, the whole Rieu package is admirable.
i'm grateful for u all mentioning here other names too, i listened to a lot of them, other artists, who are really good - some of them i already knew but most were new to me. i made some comparisons - feeling a little guilty - but i saw it - t'was clear as crystal that Andre was the best. and i'm referring here to the "whole package", meaning to everything he comes with: musician, violinist, conductor, personality, man etc. and this electricity with which he touches everybody's life and heart.
JOSEPHINE, i loved your article it really made me feel like i'd been there; i also wondered about the snow, and how they do it.
love to everyone, my ANDRE LOVING FRIENDS
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it's me again, i forgot to add something: cliche or not, behind every huge personality there is a woman - Marjorie, here - which makes Him even more valuable but real. many times i can read on videos: after an idea of Marjorie Rieu a.s.o.
E.
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Dear Jeanine Ann,
In the interview you just posted on this
blog, Andre says a NEW dvd called Alice in Wonderland is coming out in November to do with fairy tales. Surely that's not new? I have hasd this for ages.
Love Sylvia, Keith and teddies
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Hi dear friend SYLVIA This interview was donein 2007 so I guess Andre was talking about that DVD being available Nov 2007.
Can you imagine Andre bringing out a cook book Wow. It would be a sell out
He could combine music and cooking maybe and call it 'Music to Cook by'
or 'Andre fiddles in the kitchen'
Anyway. Anything Andre did would have to be just perfect Big hugs to all xx
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Grrrr. I typed a long comment when I got home yesterday. Not here. Where the heck do they go. Will try to remember what I said
Had a fabulous weekend away.Thoroughly spoilt by my friends. One I have known for 45yrs one for 25yrs who I stayed with and she cooked me my favourite meal Lamb Morroccan Tagine Mmmmm Yummy
The lady I bought the programme and DVD's for gave me a huge bouquet of flowers. Amongst them are deep cerise coloured stocks. The perfume from them is glorious. Scenting the house out. She also treated us all to lunch. Very generous and funny ladyand an Andre fan of course.
Someone asked about the'snow'. it was made if very very thin delicate tissue paper about the sze of your thumbnail
Sorry just flicked back and can't find it but one of you dear people asked about the 'canvas' I printed on.Sorry. I think I mislead you. It is actually canvas type paper. The pictures look fabulous on it though. Much better I think than ordinary photo paper
Off out for an Italian meal with local friends tonight. I shall be getting as fat as a little porker. oink oink
Bye for now Have a super gorgeous Andre day. That means. Happy.xxx
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Hi All, When I first joined the Gold Membership I did relieve 2 beautiful photo's and the lanyard,card and letter. With this mornings post I have also received a gold brooch, it is a circle with the words Andre Rieu Gold Member on the edge of the cicle with a violin, and also a photo of Andre, unfortunatly the photo is a little bend, proably by being pushed to the letter box. Hugs and Luv to all. Ruth
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JOSEPHINE, I sent Jeanine Ann pictures from my new André-doll on Friday, but they must have gone also in Cyber space, because they are not here yet.
FAY, what´s wrong with comparing André to others????????????? That does not mean we do not LIKE him! He will always be ONE of my favorites, but I do have others, hope you do not mind?
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Dear Friends,
I agree with Fay. When we talk about André, his concerts, his soloists, his song collection,JSO, etc(his whole repertoire)we have to look at the whole package!! Why else was he voted Male Performer of the Year and he also had the biggest "stage" of any performing/touring artist!! I will even vote for Ardré Rieu as the Personality Of The Year!! His CD Moonlight Serenade came out TOPS!! He must do something right!!??
Kimmy's very FIRST appearance was here in SOUTH AFRICA and I WAS THERE!!! She didn't make name for herself with "Carmen's" Ave Maria!!! She sang "My African Dream" that was never sung by any other soloist of André Rieu before. That was/is her "own" song. She also sang Sarie Marais and one song that was previously sung by Carmen: Ave Maria. "My African Dream" is what did it for Kimmy and André was so moved by her that he decided to make her a permanent soloist! André and fans all over the world who attended the Maastricht Concerts (2010) and who bought the DVD "A Midsummer Night's Dream" will all agree that Kimmy is her own person and has her own 'African' voice. It is unfair to "predict" what she will sing next! I wonder if any of the persons who 'criticize' Kimmy, have ever attended a LIVE concert where she sings!Kimmy as person, and her voice, has grown so much over the past year under the guidance of André. Even with 'My African Dream' you could tell that she has a very strong voice.Wherever she sings, Kimmy gets a standing ovation!! That should tell us something, don't you all think!?Now getting to Mirusia!! She won the Joan Sutherland award with her beautiful voice. She CAN sing and does so beautifully and also has her "own" songs. She too is not trying to follow in anybody's 'footsteps'. I love her strong voice and sparkling personality. André chose well when he chose her!!I loved the trio: Carla, Carmen and Suzan. They too sang beautifully and I don't think of them when I listen to Kimmy and Mirusia. And I think neither would they want us to make a comparison. André, yes his 'whole package' is the best and I would NOT change a THING!!
May you all have a Rieully beautiful André Day!! From a very passionate Deirdre xx
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Dear JEANINE ANN. Thank you for posting my Concert Review and thank you everybody who commented MAASTRICHT next!!!
INGE. Can't wait to see you Andre doll in his checked trousers Luv 'em XX
PS I thought you were going on your hols to Europe xx
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I am leaving on Thursday the l8, come back June l3, you will have peace of my needling and enjoy while you can, haaaaaaaaaaa! Inge
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Dear Steve,
I love a man who is not afraid to show his emotions to the world. That is what makes us human! Andre is also a very passionate person and plays his music with so much passion and love. He too is not afraid to show his emotions to the world! Andre brings many a tear to his audience and he moves us!! What a man, what a performer!
Wow KAY and RUTH,
Are you sure that we are all going to receive an additional gift for our Gold Membership!! That will be so cool!!!
Love and hugs to you
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Hi Deirdre, I do hope all Gold Members receive the badge/brooch it is nice to have. hugs and luv Ruth
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Here they are - from Inge. Thanks Inge - She even added Elizabeth's rose!!
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Hey Man. What a real cool dude.Love it.
INGE Thank you for this. You are a genious
Big Cool Andre Hugs xxxx
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Ha, that was fast Inge! Josephine, you just said what I was going to. hahaha
He is one cool looking dude & we dudettes should know, right?
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Hi Inge thank you for letting us see your lovely model of THE MAN. luv Ruth
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HI, JEANINE ANN, a big favor i have to ask YOU, if it's possible, do You have Lara's Theme performed by ANDRE? i've been searching U TUBE and all i got is of poor quality. it probably was on the blog before i joined it!? i know u're very busy but if & when u have time, could You do it, please ?!
LOVE, Eve
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Hi Eve.
If you open up your internet browser and type in mp3skull and open up the site.
1) type in the search bar Dr Shivago Andre Rieu,you will see that there is one at 128 kbps.
2) Right click on the download button
3)Left click save as
4) Select your folder (you can rename the extension but leave the .mp3 at the end
5) Left click save and let it downpoad into the folder.
Hey presto you will have you tune.
Hope that this is some help.The 128 kbps is not as high as I would lik but it is a lot better than youtube.
Love and regards bob
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Hi BOB, very precise! thanks a lot,will do.
it's one of my favorite tunes since i can't remember when!
thanks, Eve
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HELP. Have I been swindled. I was reading articles about Andre's award for Moonlight Serenade and one said Including Andre All the Stars Came out sung by Judith Durham. I looked the DVD up and yes they have it as track No8. But on my copy No8 is Eine Kleine Nachtmusik.Do any of you dear people have Judith Durham singing her song on your copy. Big hugs xxxx
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Dear Jeanine Ann!
As my letter did not appear on Saturday
or today, Monday, I think it is obvious
that the Daily Exress is not going to print my rebuttal of the Andre/Seekers
article. All I can say is, I did try.
Hugs from Sylvia and family
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About a year ago some reviewer (can't remember his name now) was given "Live in Dublin" to introduce him to Andre before he appeared in the reviewer's city. In his review later he referred to Andre as an Irishman. I emailed him and he very graciously replied immediately.
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Hello Sylvia,
At least you tried to make your point about the bad mistake in Daily Express.
I buy the Daily Mail, which is a good newspaper but they have had nothing in about Classic Brit awards or Andre.
love from Brenda
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EVE, Lara's Theme is on the cd Andre' in Hollywood, it has some of the most beautiful music on it also another cd Feast if music be the food of love, it has a few recipes included on the insert, Andre' often says He cooked for the family when He was a child, also He often cooks for Marjorie, lucky Marjorie; I would like to add something about Kimmi she has the most beautifull voice in the beginning I noticed she was nervous, Friday night she was so full of confidence it was so noticable she has so much power in her voice, Mirusia well I get goose bumps when she sings I am no voice critic I just know what I Like, Andre' knows His audiences He plays the music we all love to hear, sometimes He adds little funny bits these go over well, also the old statement behind every man is a good woman, I feel Andre' Is lucky to have Marjorie likewise She is lucky to have a man Like Him; all you lovely people who are waiting for Andre to arrive you will enjoy, I wonder when He comes back here ????
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thank u FAY, i'll try and get the CD and i'll also try to get it from the net as BOB suggested.
why have i got the feeling that the Russian background suits Him so well?! the beautiful music surely does.
hugs, Eve
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INGE I do love your Andre But those pants He must like them otherwise He would not wear them would He?
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Virginia I saw your comment about Helmut Lotti. I love him too, like Andre he has brought so much pleasure to our household. I've been worrying about him for 18 months, keep checking his message board in case there's news, but he rarely comes on to make a comment any more, and his website hasn't been updated since August 2009. Just before he came to Australia a couple of weeks after that last update the paparazzi caught him without his hairpiece and splashed his photo onto the front page of the Belgian papers and onto the national news. It was very cruel and I stress out thinking it may have upset him so much he's just decided he doesn't want to be Helmut Lotti any more. I might be totally wrong, maybe he's busy composing his next CD, he said he wanted to make one entirely of his own songs, maybe he just wants some quiet time to himself. If you hear anything please let me know. I'm continually hoping to hear he's well, happy and everything is fine in his world. Meanwhile at my place we keep enjoying his DVDs and beautiful voice - to say nothing of his beautiful face!
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During his Australian tour, he did a number of interviews without the hairpiece. He seemed okay with the look & it was no secret. He looked fine, as if he had a crewcut. We enjoy Helmut too, especially his Elvis tribute CD.
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I certainly will. I worry when there is no news at all. I saw some comments where people are begging him to answer. Sooo???? No sense speculating when I just don't know.
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Once more will I trty to send this .It keeps vanishing from the screen or overtyping... driving me crazy. The two Adelaide concerts were wonderful of course, I think the best I have seen. Dear Andre looked rested and interacted with the audience more than before. I was sorry Carmen was not with them. She has not been well and Tanja said she is very homesick too. The soundckeck was great as Andre put the Seekers through their paces. Tanja recognised me from last time and waved... fancy that!. The after party was a bit of a fizzer !! Orchestra was out of bounds behind a tape cordon and Andre does not mingle. The photo with him is the big deal which is WOW!. standing there with his arm around your shoulder and my arm around his waist is magic... went far to quickly. After he signs them he goes back to be with the gang. I saw him sign a violin for a lady as as he came past I walked up to him and asked him to please sign the music book I got from his website... his own arrangement of xmas music. Well I got the utter rejextion... He said... I have signed your photo and walked off. I was so embarrassed as you could imagine. I thought It was quite rude actually. We pay a lot of money for the Day with Andre experience and I think they should be more available. Last time we all went and mingled and talked with the J.S.O. Tanja did come and talk to me and a hug. L was thrilled about that. Fancy he remembering me from thousands they see.Bela and Mirusia were nearby and we spoke withem and had a pic. taken. Mirusia said it was great to be home with family and her rag doll cat called Blinky Bill which she misses so much. The second night hardly anyone danced and no one came to the front of the stage towards the end which was most strangd. Also Andre didnt playthe Aust.Medley and no Aussie Aussie Aussie here either. The backdrop scenes were marvelous. Even though I seem to have had a whinge about the after party it was still out of this world. Andre has such charisma, charm and magnetism. No mention of whenthey will return though. Has anyone heard if they are making a d.v.d. fo the concert? I emailed customer service earlier to inquire. I get my new violin in about 2/3 weeks... cant wait either. Lovely to read the concert report of all you friends. Its a bit af an anti climax now the waiting is all over. The photo I had taken with Andre was taken up much closer than last time and this face is dark. Oh well I have the tingling memorie of that ARM around me!!! bye everyone. I hope this post gets through this time. Much musical love to you all Maureen H.
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Wow Maureen,
Just to have André's arm on your shoulder must have been a magical experience!! Thank you for sharing, I sooooo wish I was there with you!!
Hugs: Deirdre
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Sylvia
I looked for youe letter too - more fool them for not publishing it!
Luv Gloria
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Jeepers Creepers. It's quiet here today
BOB Like you I LOVED the Concert But not the venue. Queue queue queue for overpriced sub standard food before concert.
Bought bottles of water to drink during the concert. The tops had to be removed in case we decided to throw full bottles at Andre . Well, Like people of our generation would want to lob bottles at our idol. Made it very difficult to join in with clapping and arm swaying whilst holding a bottle of opened water. Lady behind us put hers on the floor and no fault of hers kicked it over. I had to quickly grab my bag with said'programme' in it. We had to negotiate very steep steps with no grab rail. Very frightening for Darrell who has had a stroke.Very basic seating. Built for skinny young people. Trouble is there is no other venue large enough to accommodate huge audiences.BUT I would do it all again just to see Andre
MAUREEN Adelaide concert. I am sorry your meet and greet did not quite live up to your expectations. By what you say I too would have been disappointed. I was a little disappointed that in our concert there was nothing new specifically for UK audience.BUT it did not detract from the fantastic concert. I don't know. Maybe Andre was just testing the waters but seems to have done the exact same concert all over.Maybe we have all seen so many fabulous concerts on DVD we expect too much.
I am still totally besotted with him and am sooooo looking forward to Maastricht in July
I will love him till my dying day(is that how you spell dying?)
Lots of love and hugs xxxx
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Hi Josephine, As Bob said about the venue, it was not good. At the end June and myself just waited until the crowds went as the steps where quite steep to get up, when we got to the top it was a case of us both getting out our inhalers would have been better with oxygen!!!!!!!.We too did not have hand rails, looking back it was funny gasping for breath!. Mind we were not asked about taking tops of bottle water, mind you our's were in a carrier bag, could you just see us all (senior teenages throwing bottles on stage) yes think you spelt dying ok twice. Hugs and luv Ruth
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Hi all, at the moment, have limited movement of right arm. Managing to read all your comments. Had to jump in here on Ruth's comment. I had my first really good laugh for today, as I picture all of "we" senior teenagers trying to throw our water bottles from the nose bleed section, trying to even get close to the stage. BUT, the catch phrase that really put a big smile and a really good laugh was just those two words: "senior teenagers".
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Hi Judith, I have mentioned this phrase before on the blog., it is what my daughters calls us, but in a nice way, it just came to her one day and it seems to have stuck, hope your arm heals soon, pain can be a terrible thing. hugs and luv Ruth
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JUDITH & RUTH, hi - 'senior teenagers', i love that! i must confess, i feel like a teenager again, only better than when i actually was a teenager (even pimples appeared under my cheek bone!)
JUDITH, i'm thinking of you all the time & i try to make your pain go away by force of my thoughts. did the hugs do the trick?!
love, Eve
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So will i, so will i. love HIM! till my dying day! sounds like a vow, and it is.
hugs to u all!
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Hi Bob and Josephine! I think it is
disgusting when the venues you attend to
see Andre are so disgusting. Badly designed, everything overpriced, foul food, narrow seats, etc. That must have spoiled it for you however much one
loves Andre. And the thing with the water bottles! How come in other countries they manage to do things properly? I bet Josephine you will like the Maastricht concert better! I
wonder if Andre's staff read your comments, so that they book other venues
next time.
Yippee! Jean arrived back in Canada late
last night. I expect you might get some blogs from her soon.
Am watching 100 Years of Strauss at the
moment. I could drown in Andre's eyes.
Bye for now. Hugs galore Sylvia & family
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Oh Sylvia like you I could drown in Andre's eyes, lucky Marjorie: I have no complaints about our venue here in Sydney, mind you we do have a few older buildings but nothing like England & europe we are only a little over 200 years old, I think Captain Cook found us In 1770,; Acer Arena here in Sydney was built after the Olympic Stadium for the 2000 Olympics, though I must admit I took a walking stick for the stairs old people are not thought about, we have the same stair problem, a hand/rail down the middle would help & it could be made removable, but that would be tooooo simple, we did'nt have the water bottle problem who would throw a bottle of water at Andre' if someone did I think there would be murder in the audience; the only complaint I would have is if I had paid $1500.00 for a front row seat[ I believe the first 5 rows are that price] at a certain time after the balloons fall all those people who stand at the stage cutting out your view, that would P.... me off, I think today is Andre's Last concert in Brisbane, at least He wont have the Thunder storms He had last time, & won't He be pleased to get home to His own bed & Marjorie; I believe Mirusia is staying to have a 3 week holiday possibly going back to rehearse for the concerts In Maastricht, May He travel well & safely & come back before too long; Have a Rieully Beautiful Day; JEANINE ANN how is Cotton ????
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Re Helmut Lotti. I was hoping to speak to Mirusia in Sydney last friday, as she'd asked people to come and see her after the show. I know she's a fan of Helmut's and I thought she might be able to tell me if he's all right. However, the friend I went with is quite disabled and I couldn't find a spare seat to make her comfortable while I went to the merchandising counter to speak to Mirusia.
Like other people complaining this morning about the facilities at the venues Acer Arena is a barn of a place. I guess these venues Andre has to use are designed more for sporting events than concerts. We ended up with cold chips and lukewarm tea for dinner on Friday night. Luckily we were too excited to be hungry.
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Re Helmut Lotti. I was hoping to speak to Mirusia in Sydney last friday, as she'd asked people to come and see her after the show. I know she's a fan of Helmut's and I thought she might be able to tell me if he's all right. However, the friend I went with is quite disabled and I couldn't find a spare seat to make her comfortable while I went to the merchandising counter to speak to Mirusia.
Like other people complaining this morning about the facilities at the venues Acer Arena is a barn of a place. I guess these venues Andre has to use are designed more for sporting events than concerts. We ended up with cold chips and lukewarm tea for dinner on Friday night. Luckily we were too excited to be hungry.
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Dear Jeanine Ann,
Please could you answer a question for me. I have just been watching my dvd of
the Hamburg New Year's Eve concert in 2002. A man called JOJA WENDT played
the Flight of the Bumblebee with a white pith helmet and a butterfly net.
Can you tell me anything about him?
It is 1.15am now. Can't sleep, yet Keith
went to bed at 11.oopm and was asleep in
5 minutes! Bye for now. Sylvia and snoring teddies
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Hi Sylvia, No I am sorry I do not know anything about him. That was the first time I had seen him. I can check to see if I can find anything. In the meantime maybe someone here on the blog knows something about him. I hope it is not pain that is keeping you awake my friend. I hope you will get to sleep well. Love and hugs
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Okay I did find something. Here is a link to his web site. The story is rather lengthy so I just will add one paragraph here and you can look up the remainder.
http://jojawendt.de/en/index.html
The Pianist
“A few days without a piano and I really get nervous’ asserts Joja Wendt. “I constantly hunger for the keys, five hours playing feels like only hour to me.” Joja Wendt is a pianist through and through, his concerts fill the largest concert halls. He is, without doubt, technically brilliant and driven when at his instrument. However, when he talks about his music, easily sitting back and yet elegant, it seems impossible that this man could ever get nervous. Even his small talk is ‚great entertainment’ - Joja Wendt is charming, attentive, articulate and quick-witted, in a word: poised. A characteristic that not only his audience appreciates. He has reached the point, where his name is used synonymously with that of his instrument: Joja Wendt = Piano.
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Hi Jeanine Ann, have had a look on the site you posted, I think this gent would have "felt at home" with Andre and the JSO. hugs and luv Ruth
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Dear Inge.I loved the Andre doll. You know ayt the after party of tha Adelaide concert Andre changed into "somethiung more comfortable"... yes Blue check trousers , that pink/red jacket red shoes and a striped shirt and tie. He looked a cool dude, only hecould get away with that outfit, Love to you Maureen Hunter.
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I don't know if any of you have heard about Andre falling off his sedgeway at the sound check before the last concert in Melbourne? One of my friends was there and she was telling me at the Sydney concert that he ran into one of the seats and hurt his left arm and wrist.
I noticed that he did not swing his violin up and off his shoulder but used his right arm to place it and remove it.
When my friend asked Mirusia at her signing she said "Andre can still play"
Maybe now he will slow down while riding on it but it could have been so much worse and we would have missed out on him performing, I wonder what Marjorie said to him? It must have given him a big fright and I heard that there was a big gasp from the audience.
I am sure that he will return to Australia as we are his biggest fan base and he always says that Australia is his second home but maybe we will have to wait until the last half of next year. I still feel a bit low now, it was the first time that I have gone down to the front of the stage and been so close, it was fantastic.
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Oh gee Helen, that thing can be dangerous and he does go so fast on it. Men like speed you know. I am just glad he can play. I worry about him on that thing.
So glad you had such a great time Helen. Did you get any photos while you were down there at the stage? That is such a wonderful place to be. You feel like he is playing just for you. Thanks for telling us. Love and hugs
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Hello Everyone, well I am back in Canada and had a wonderful time in the UK. I had the best weather and also got a tan. Canada was cold and wet!!
I saw Andre in Manchester and it was wonderful!! What can I say? I am sorry to have missed Bob and Ruth, I did wait for 20 minutes but was afraid of missing the opening as there were so many people waiting to get in. I got a pretty good seat but not as close as Ruth, lucky lady!!
Then I went to Hartford, near London for the last week and me with wonderful Sylvia and Keith. We had a lovely lunch and enjoyed each other's company. I wish it could have been longer and more often. Sylvia, my little angel is keeping me company!!!
Well I am looking forward to seeing Andre again in Maastricht next year with Jeanine Ann and many others. He is comping to Canada in September but not to Toronto this time. So I will miss he.
Cheers for now, hugs to all Jean
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I am packed and ready to go, only 3 more hours until we leave for the airport.
Maureen I am sorry for you being snubbed by André, meet and greet , I would never ever pay for that, but you have to consider that that others payed the same as you and want a piece of him, so he has a good memory, haaaaa at least that is to your advantage, that he remembered you. For me that would turn me off totally. But I stay away from meet and greet and just love the music and the entertainment from the second row center!!!!
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Hi Inge... I think you have it wrong... I t was not Andre that remembered me but Tanja. I like her so much , she is so friendly and always smiling. Wouldnt it be great if Mr Violin Man Himself remembered me....no such luck! Its almost a let down now all the excitement of waiting for the concerts is over and nor knowing when he will be back again. At all the other concerts he ended the night by saying.... see you next year. The photo I have with him is not as good as last time as it is taken closer and Andres face is dark and I look as if I have been sitting the sun... probably flushed with joy! Love and hugs.. Mauree H.
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Dear MAUREEN.I do feel for you. I would have wished the ground would have opened up and swallowed me if Andre had said that to me. BUT BUT BUT. Do you mean you have a photo of yourself with Andre wearing those fabulous checked trousers. That would be something to be treasured Big Hugs xxx
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Hello Josephine. .. Now about those check trousers! they are missing... what!! I hear you ask. Hang on a minute missing only on the photo as it was taken up close and only the top half was captuted.. but that hair and eyes and curled hand around me.. Stop it Maureen! I do believe I have managed to type this without a mistake this time.. wonders never cease. May you have a beautiful day. Had a lovely phone call from my daughter who is in London at the moment and going to Torquay in a few days time for a week. They will be home at the end of June after 6months away. My grandson is living in Birmingham for the last year. He has a work permit for 2 years but wants to stay there . Waiting for his dad to eventually get a Dutch Passport [duel Aust and Dutch one] as his parents are Dutch. This will enable Julian to stay as a member of the E.U. Such red tape. Bye for now. Love as usual Maureen Hxx
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Woow Aren't we all quiet. Well I have had a lovely day today because I met my son for lunch. Mummies and their boys eh!!
Got to tell you. The lady i got the programme and DVD for phoned me last night . She is a scream. Bless her she doesn't have the internet so she had to go to the vets last week to get tablets for her dog. She told me she asked the receptionist'Does your computer pick up all of the internet' the receptionist told her'yes it does' so she said 'Would you mind looking up any information you can find for me on Andre Roo' which is how she pronounces his name. The receptionist bless her who had never heard of Andre (WHAT) looked up Andre for her and relayed all the information she found.She said if the vet came out and caught her she would probably get the sack.Byeeee for now xxx
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Dear sweet JEANINE ANN,
Thank you so much for the post: MAASTRICHT WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN! Well, I guess the cat is out of the bag. Wow,I so wish that I could be in Maastricht to witness this magical event! But I guess I will have to wait for the new Maastricht DVD that is sure to follow! Thank you once again sweetie, you did a great job. Hugs and love xx
Hey JOSE,
You should check out this new post. You are in for a wonderful surprise when you go to your Maastricht concert. It is going to be unbelievably MAGIC!! Pleeeeeeeeeeeeese take me with you!! I know that you still have my room ready. I will be there in no time, just say the word! Hugs
Dear FRIENDS,
La vie est belle! Andre plays beautiful music and his magic never stops. Good night and I wish you all sweet Andre dreams! Hugs from Deirdre and Lulu xx
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Photo . . . . . .Jeanine Ann
The Touch Of The Master's Hand
"Twas battered and scared, and the auctioneer
Thought it scarcely worth his while
To waste much time on the old violin,
But he held it up with a smile.
"What am I bidden, good folks," he cried,
"Who'll start bidding for me?
A dollar, a dollar - now who'll make it two
Two dollars, and who'll make it three?
"Three dollars once, three dollars twice,
Going for three". . . But no!
From the room far back a gray-haired man
Came forward and picked up the bow;
Then wiping the dust from the old violin,
And tightening up the strings,
He played a melody, pure and sweet,
As sweet as an angel sings.
The music ceased and the auctioneer
With a voice that was quiet and low,
Said:"What am I bidden for the old violin?"
And he held it up with the bow;
"A thousand dollars - and who'll make it two?
Two thousand -and who'll make it three?
Three thousand once, three thousand twice
And going - and gone," said he.
The people cheered, but some of them cried,
"We do not quite understand -
What changed its worth?"The man replied:
"The touch of the masters hand."
And many a man with life out of tune,
And battered and torn with sin,
Is auctioned cheap to a thoughtless crowd.
Much like the old violin.
A"mess of pottage," a glass of wine,
A game and he travels on,
He's going once, and going twice -
He's going - and almost gone!
But the MASTER comes, and the foolish crowd,
Never can quite understand,
The worth of a soul, and the change that's wrought
By the touch of the MASTER'S hand.
(Note: This poem
Was put on by Sally
Some time ago and
I thought it was
Worth a repeat)
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OH JEANINE ANN, this is beautiful! and profoundly true.
"The touch of the Master's hand"!
somehow it reminds me of the second Spirit in Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' and how he passes amongst unknowing people on the streets of London, outpouring his Blessings on everyone. and so does ANDRE do with his generous hand and so he makes us feel blessed and equal, even with his exceptional self.
Thank you, sweetie, have a beautiful ANDRE-DAY!
Eve
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Oh wow JEANINE ANN,
Thank you, this is so unbelievably beautiful!! Love the photo as well. Thank you my sweet friend. Love from Deirdre and Lulu xxxx
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Thank you Jeanine Ann for the lovely poem. hugs and luv Ruth
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Good morning to all you lovely people, Last night I think was Andre's last concert in Australia, so today I imagine He is packing His bag & off home to Marjorie, I can only imagine the welcome home He gets not only from Marjorie but The dogs too, I am still up on the mountain I so enjoyed my time at His Concert, I keep reliving some of the little moments, when He spoke of going to bed at night & putting on His pyjamas , with that funny look He gets on His face, when He looks down & Then up again, I have forgotten the comment but I know what I thought & I bet every other red blooded woman thought the same, Maastricht is in for a treat, it would be great to be there, I will be there in spirit; I hope a dvd is made of one of the concerts here in Australia, then I can relive my night out, & remember the bits I have packed away in my brain, that won't let me access all the information; have a great Andre' day;
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My dear Fay - that is like forgetting the punch line of a joke! haha That is the best part and now we will all be curious as to the comment he made. : ) So glad you had such a lovely time. Is Narelle okay? Give her a hug from me and one to Jasper too! Love and hugs
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Maureen try not to focus too much on Andre being so rude. That's what it was, plain rude, and not your fault. I guess he might have been feeling a bit overwhelmed just at that moment, maybe someone else had upset him, who knows. I'd be annoyed with him but block it off and remember the fun parts of the night.
The poem of the old violin has stayed in my mind ever since it was on the blog ages ago. It's nice to read it again Jeanine Ann. Lovely, isn't it?
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There was no punch line it was left to His facial expression & our imagination, it was such a good night, & to top it all off The Marina its great to see it on video but to actually witness this so brilliant piece oh He is a clever little pussy cat; The photo & poem above are so beautiful thank you for feeding us, Ha; Narelle is ok just in a really nasty mood, which I think is best ignored, I won't play silly games with her, I have been down this road before,will wait till she gets to the roundabout; she missed a good night out & a fantastic concert;
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Hi Fay, I do hope that Narella comes round soon for you. It is no fun when someone is nasty to you, more so when you live with them.Worn that t-shirt. hugs and luv Ruth
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Dear Jeanine Ann,
Yippee, Yippee, Yippee. I have just received my gold member brooch which is
absolutely beautiful. However, I am having a difficult time with it, as all the bears, but particularly Grandma Bear, are determined to have it instead!
The picture of Andre was slightly creased as the postman forced it through the letterbox.
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Hi SYLVIA, send us a picture of the brooch and of Andre! pleeeease!
i guess i'll join the line of the Bears! Ha!
love & kisses & have a beautiful ANDRE-DAY!
Eve
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OOOh hi Sylvia dear, I am so glad you got the brooch. Guess we will all get one. Takes longer to reach the U.S. Sounds like our postman. They should mark it "do not bend". Hugs to you and the Teddies!
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Hi Jeanine Ann, think you have the right idea,would be better if they did print on the envelope "Please Do Not Bend" as mine was bent also. Hugs and luv Ruth
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Dear Shirley!
If you like looking at a certain maestro's shoes, you must look at the latest concert report by Tess. One of the pictures will get you going!
Hugs from Sylvia
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i have several more to get you all going i am glad you liked my photo's Tess
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Dear FAY,
Andre is so gifted and captures our every breath during each concert. Every moment is a WOW moment, never to be forgotten. Poor Nelly is probably in a bad mood because she missed out on a wonderful concert. Please give her a hug from me and I hope she feels better soon. She is so lucky to have you as her mom. Hugs and meow to Jasper! xx
MAUREEN,
Our André puts so much effort into his concerts and always wants to make it an unforgettable evening for all his fans. He was probable very tired and didn't
t mean to be rude. But I am sure that the JSO made up for it. Hugs xx
SYLVIA,
Oooh,I am so glad about your brooch. Now you have a replacement for the lovely Guardian Angel one that you have sent me. I really hope that I will receive one as well. I better watch the postman when he delivers it. If he bends my picture, I am going to bend him! Haha
HI JUDITH,
I hope your hand heals real soon. Take one day at a time girl and it will soon be better. The Krugers (me,Johann, the boys and kitties)send a group-hug just for you!! Get well soon!!
EVE,
There is always a special something from André to his fans. Lovely concerts, beautiful DVDs, unforgettable CDs, local surprises for concert fans, photos on the blog(provided by our lovely Jeanine Ann), poems, brooches... Oh I can go on forever. Hugs xxx
SHIRLEY!!!!
Wow girl, did you see the shiny shoes!!?? Our dear Tess had to stand on ten people at the concert to get that picture just for you!! I must say, I also fancy them. They are always shiny, as is our man on stage! Hugs x
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
I am still COUNTING the DAYS to your CONCERT and we are now standing on 186 DAYS!!
Time flies and the time for your dream concert will soon be here. I want to thank you on behalf of all the Girls/Guys for posting their concerts reports on the blog. That way we could all share their wonderful evenings. You are doing an excellent job on the blog and we all love you soooo much!! Thank you sweetie,you are the best!! Hugs and love from all of us! xoxoxoxox
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HI deirdre. I joined the gold membership too and I received 2 photos and a lanyard with Andre Rieu written around the cord and thats all . Did some of you get a brooch? We could not use our gold cards at Adelaide Entertainment Centre atthe concerts. They said they didnt recognise them.! maybe the merchantdise was not official Andre stuff. Not much good joining if youcannot get the benefits.. I seem to be whinging a lot.. sorry... But I still love him and all he stands for. Have a lovely day one and all. 25 Degrees in Adelaide today , Verty warm for this time of year. Im now off to have yet another treatmen t for my nesk and shoulder. Physio is sure it is the result of the position of the viuolin when I play. Oh well Ill soldier on.xx
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Dear Maureen Hunter,
I got the same things as you when I joined, but this is something special for Gold members. I don't know if the brooches are being sent in order that you joined or in country order, but as far as I can ascertain we Gold members are going to get this as a special present from Andre. Hope this answers you. Hugs Sylvia and family
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Hi Maureen, did your new violin come? I know it is hard on the neck and shoulder but do you notice the benefit on the chin??? Those chin muscles are being exercised every day so that will slow up our double chin when the time comes!!! Please tell me what music you are playing. Thanks and hugs
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Hi dear Jeanine Ann, I swear this computer will be the end of me! have sent many comments but they vanish or else the comment gets overtyped especially if they are lengthy ones... so her goes... My new violin will be her in about 3 weeks as I am waiting for a 7/8 size. It is a John Wu ..Winter series... and has a gorgeous mellow sound just right for classical pieces and romantic songs. Ithas an antique finish and looks wonderful with a price tag to match! At present I am learning Mozarts Eine Kleine Nacht Musik. Brahms Hungarian Dance no 5. and similar stuff. Only learning 2 years and my teacher is pleased with my progress. I could read music as I had learned the piano for years when I was a child and beyond. The next thing on the agenda is to learn vibrato which is difficult tomaster and can take years to perfect. Do you play with vibrato and do you have lessons. I have a private one hour lesson every Friday afternoon. As my teacher says we dont have lessons but concerts. He is a wonderful teacher ... In school and private lessons for over thirty years. I am not doing exams so it can be more lighthearted, but I work really hard. Sometimes I think my ambitions outweigh my capabilities. Its easy to get frustrated and compare yourself with Andres and J>S>O. expertise which is stupid as they have been playing for decades. Its all a challenge though. the sun is just peeping out after a wintry dull day yesterday.Hope Cotton is still well. Its all a let down with no Andre and co to look forward to. Hope they return to Aust next year. We have come to expect it now. What a loving and generous Darling he is .I have almost forgiven him for giving me the brush off at the After Party and refusing to sign my music book of his arrangement of Xmas music I got from his website. He must have got out of bed the wrong side that day !!! sorry if this message bores other folk, but the violin is my passion. Oh to have lessons from the gorgeous maestro himself... I always was a dreamer !! love and hugs dear friend. Reading the comments from everyone brightens upmy day. Maureen H.
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Oh Deirdre you always put a smile on my face with some things you say!like if your postman bends your photo you will bend him!!!.Wonder if all these photo's are going to get bent.Going for 2 fillings tomorrow!! my daughter went the other day, usually when she has the numbing she tends to pass out so had 2 fillings done without anything, hope the dentist doesn't think I am like her!! hugs and luv Ruth
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Deidre, you sure are a NICE person, we go through our lives at times in a fog sadly but what you have to say is so true in so many ways, once again You see what Andre' does for us, we share Our love, our problems, that alone is such a blessing, I wish you had been at the concert with me it was such a great night with Andre being His amazing self, I hope A dvd is made of The concerts here, because of The Seekers I feel it will be, mind you not only because of them for Andre' was in fine form I could rave on forever, sadly I did'nt know of Him when he came with The Castle, but now with the new backdrops it must be more cost efficient, they were so beautiful & each one complemented the music being played, the crowd in sydney roared when our flag came up, there are always complaints that we are not a patriotic country, well they should have been at Andre's concert, our Beautiful Man knows His STUFF;
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Ruth I dont envy anyone a visit to a dentist, you know some of the pain could be reduced, if dentists had headphones & played some of Andre's music;
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Has anyone noticed that the lady who dresses in a tux & plays the big drums is missing I was relooking your photos Deirdre, & noticed & she was also missing in Sydney, I think Her name is Meirelle or similar not sure of the spelling???
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I noticed that on some of the photos I received. I will ask Moderator Bill if he knows anything. He is an expert on the JSO. Yes that is her name, not sure of spelling either. Hugs
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Faye, OMG!!! These things happen when we're so much focussing on Andre (ha, ha..). As much as I love Andre, I hate to not at least acknowledge others as they ALL make up the whole Concert. I love the whole Concert and Andre's regular Soloists, Artists, Guests, Orchestra, Choir etc.,.......I can't answer this...please 'post' what you find out.
Hey Faye...which OZZIE concert do ya think will be made into DVD??? I hope that Narelle is over the 'tanties'...You're an amazing woman and I know that without ever meeting you! GODBLESS! "HE" (God-not Andre), gave you the strength to be an'amazing Mum'....our gorgeous & talented Andre shares with Us his God given talent & helps us move through many situations in life. Faye, I know that you would understand this...when we use the term 'He', with a capital 'H', this refers to God (depending of course on One's faith). Andre is of course not a
God, but is truly sent to us by God for the purpose of healing...this is my belief...ANDRE does it well!!!!! xoxoxo
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Hi FAY. Yes I noticed she was missing from JSO. Wonder where she has gone. I will check the internet later see if there is anything about her
MAUREEN. I understand the merchandise sold at the Concerts is nothing to di with Andre and his 'gang'. I am sure it is official goods but property of the venue
Few sad thigs going on around me. My neighbour thought she was free of throat cancer but it has returned and she is in hospital in a pretty bad way and a friends partner passed away yesterday after being diognosed with lung cancer only a month ago
Life is so short. Lets enjoy it while we can.Lets listen to beautiful music,think beautiful thoughts and do beautiful deeds. Big BEAUTIFUL HUGS to you all my BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS xx
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You are right Josephine,life IS short.
Sometimes has to be lived in moments.
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Another beautiful poem from Eve! Thank you Eve
A Note For Andre
Why can't I be a note
That touches people's heart
In your sweet melodies
With music, love and art?
If I were just a note,
A simple DO or MI,
I'd take your message past
The mountain and the sea.
I'd settle down on lilacs
And cover grass and trees,
I'd shine in children's eyes
And fly with birds and bees.
But I'd come back to you,
To magic hands on fiddle.
I'd fall on flowers' crowns
With tulips in the middle.
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Eve, this is a beautiful picture you have painted for us here. I've always said that the heart of a poet could paint the color of the wind. Thank you.
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Hi Eve, Thank you for your lovely poem. luv Ruth
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Hi Everyone, thank you SHIRLEY, RUTH, JOSEPHINE and GLORIA for your comments on the poem! thank you JEANINE ANN for encouraging me! AND thank you ANDRE RIEU for being my Muse and Inspiration!
the whole wonderful world on this BLOG is my inspiration.
JOSEPHINE, i'm naughty too, i also LOVE to look at him - who doesn't??!! sometimes i find it hard to decide which pic to put on my screen - enhanced - i like most the last close-up, the one that was put on the blog by our sweet moderator, Jeanine Ann on May 3rd. with him on the screen and his music in my heart and ears i'm in wonderland!
hugs & kisses to EVERYONE!
Eve
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Hi all on a beautiful UK evening. Just been looking at Andre's tour dates. Looks as though he is at home now until September. I bet he Marjorie and family are so looking forward to spending time together just doing things that families do. Home is where the heart is.
EVE What a beautiful poem.You have a wonderful way with words. You should write a book of poems
Warm sunny hugs to all xxx
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Lovely words from Eve and Shirley!
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Hi everyone. I just put some great photos on Josephine's concert page. Please go take a look. Sorry I missed them Josephine. Hugs
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Ah, the snow. the snow scene. Beautiful. I've heard a lot of people
mention the backdrops of Andre's concerts, especially in Australia.
They surely do add a new dimension, a kind of visual art to the
music being played. I'm glad Andre is using more of that because
it adds something special. He is a master at what he does.
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Hi all. Well I must admit I am a bit naughty and usually only watch Andre's DVD's as I just LOVE to look at him. But tonight decided to play Moonlight Serenade CD. Oh it is gorgeous. Particularly No11 Romance. The Gadfly. Simply beautiful. Did ask before but has anyone got Judith Durhams song to Andre at No8 as I don't
Big hugs. 7pm and the sun is still shining and Andre is playing his little heart out in my home Cavalleria Rusticana. What more could a girl ask for xxxx
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Hi Josephine, The Judith Durham song is on the Australian version of Moonlight Serenade.
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Ah Thank you KAY. I haven't heard anything about it.Is it good. Should be with Judith singing it
Hi DEIDRE. Hope your root canal goes ok
I was told not to eat nuts after having mine doneand here I am eating a Snickers bar.Can't resist them. Munching it on the other side of my mouth. My dentist has a TV screen on the ceiling to take your mind off the torture . Hope you have a fabulous weekend with your sons and girlfriends.I bet they just love coming to stay with you. Hugs xxxx
Hugs xxx
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Hi Kay, which Judith song are we talking about? I have the original version of the CD. Thanks and big hugs
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Hi Jeanine Ann, It's called "Andre (All the stas come out)". The Moonlight Serenade Andre released in Australia is different to the one released in UK. It's advertised with little snips of recording on Andre's Ausralian website.x
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Hi Kay, oh that is the song I have been waiting to hear. I only heard some of it on Alan Jones.
Is that the only difference that you know of? I would imagine if there is a DVD of any of the concerts that song will be in it, if Judith sang it on stage or it could be in the next CD. Thanks much and hugs to you
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Hi Jeanine Ann, It seems to be the same apart from that song. I did write to Andre's website asking if any dvd's are being made from Australia and UK and they said no. Maybe as you say it will be on Andre's new cd. x
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Hi Kay, that's an interesting reply to your enquiry. During The Seekers Athol Guy's interview on Melbourne radio recently, he was asked specifically about a DVD & said one would almost certainly be made with The Seekers (although he didn't say definitely it would). Perhaps nobody knows definitely, yet.
In AR's news section on his official site, in the farewell pics with The Seekers, is there an implication that AR might be doing something in the future with The Seekers? (or am I being hopeful & reading too much into it)
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Dear EVE. I remember you were asking about LARA'S THEME. I am listening to it now on MOONLIGHT SERENADE. Do you have the DVD/CD ? Hugs xx
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no, JOSEPHINE, i don't have it but i want to. i just got - yesterday - the DVD with his Radio City concert. it's wonderful.
i first heard Lara's Theme when i was very very young, my Dad brought the record and i thought it was wonderful, out of this world. who would've thought i'll ever hear it in such a wonderful interpretation?! everything he plays is gorgeous!
hugs & sweet Andre-dreams!
Eve
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Oh What I have been missing not playing Moonlight Serenade CD. Brilliant. Especially The Gadfly. Think I have almost worn it out. I remember it was the theme tune to a wonderful TV series Reilly Ace of Spies with the great actor Sam Neill.I am in raptures xx
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Hi RUTH,
This blog is always filled with humor and love. Never a dull day , BUT always a Rieully fun-filled day!I'm going for my root canal on 1 June, when you hear a terrible scream, it is ME!!! Hugs
MAUREEN,
I sure hope that we will all receive a Andre brooch. Seems to me our Gold Member Cards only give us discounts on the official merchandise and concert tickets. Wow, how long have you been playing the violin? What are your favorite songs/pieces!! I so wish I could play the violin, it is so cool!
JOSE,
When you look at your concert photos, read the post on Maastricht's special guests and tell me what you think. So sorry to hear about all the sad news. We have to live each day as if it is our last and love as much as we can.My two sons and their girlfriends are here for the weekend, I call it a 'full-house' and just love it!! Hugs to you girl! xx
Well said JAN, André is doing a lot of healing on the blog!!
SHIRLEY!!!!
Did you see those SHOES!!!! Please scroll up and read the messages that the gils,and I, send to you!! We would love to see/read your reaction!! Hugs xxx
Dear Fay,
Ooooh, what a lovely surprise!! Thank you so much for the newspaper article!! You are so very kind and so right. I would love to go to Maastricht one day, soon!? When I go to the dentist on 1 June, I will most definitely take my IPod with and turn the volume up while losing myself(and hopefully not my tooth)in some Rieully beautiful music. Bright idea!
EVE,
Wow girl, beautiful poem. You are soooo very talented.Ii will stick to writing comments on the blog! Haha! hugs xx
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
We also didn't see Meirelle here in So Africa. Juandré took some photos of the 'new' drummer. You can see him on my Photo DVD. ONLY 185 DAYS TO YOUR CONCERT SWEETIE!!! How is Cotton doing? Please let me know, will you? Lulu is sending her a soft hug and a loud meow!! Love u!
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Deirdre, YES, I did see those shoes & I left a comment on Tess's page. HA, some of us realize the importance of "THE SHOES"
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hi thier, i have more photos of Andre's beautiful hands......and close up of his violin.....and off his shoes i am glad you liked my photo's i have more to show you, if you send me you email address i will share my photos with you....Love Tess
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thank You, DEIRDRE and definitely stick to writing comments! root canal? not good! but the music will help.
i remember before i had my gall bladder operation i told the doctor: "you can do anything to me just make sure i'm not there!" of course he laughed. but it was worthwhile, since then i can eat nails & the hammer too.
big hugs from Eve
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Hi Deirdre, Hope you go on ok at the dentist, as Fay say they should have Andre on earphone or better still on Tv on ceiling, that would be great. My treatment has nearly finished, had two teeth out about 2 weeks ago,as I have lost quite a few teeth this last 12 months she is going to do me a plate but not until July when gums have healed. Some of the problem is caused with the diabetes, prone to gum disease then loose teeth, right enough of the dentist.hugs and luv Ruth
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Eve's poem with Bob Dooley's illustration! Great work Bob and Eve.
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Hi Eve and Bob, What a lovely combanation of the poem and photo's. hugs and luv Ruth
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Eve & Bob, this is lovely. Thanks for sharing it with us. Jan xo
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WOW! BOB! this is wonderful!! you are a great friend! and you are great with computers! i love it!
couldn't you work another miracle and put Andre (the real one) and me (the real one) on the same page!? (just kidding, but what a dream!)
thank you BOB!
thank you JEANINE ANN!
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Thanks to Prudence for finding this heart warming story of a lost kitty after the tornadoes.
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Could somebody tell me, if Andre has the tune "We'll meet again" is on any DVD.
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hello Pam, Ive looked through my Cds today but it doesnt seem to be on any of mine, however, I do know when I went to Andre's Concert in Birmingham this year, he played "well meet again at the end, so Im thinking it will appear on the next cd or so in the Autumn. luv and hugs Margaretxxx
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Thankyou Dierdre, Music is a strange, wonderful and powerful thing, it can pluck at all your emotions. As for Ballade Pour Adeline, as you Mr Clayderman did it years ago, I can listen to this version, and any other version just fine, but there is something in Andre's arrangement that.. BAM hits me right between the eyes everytime, My Wife said last year that concert wise she was "Andre'd Out" but when I asked her about the 02 in London, it was "Yes"! then a a mere few days after that concert I saw the advance ticket announcement for Trier in Jan 2012, and front row seats available, as soon as I said "There are some front row seats for Andre in Trier Jan 2012..." "Yes please" came the answer
Now you Ladies keep on about "Lovely Andre" now I know I am not the only chap here, why are we not saying similar, for Stephanie, Jet, Manoe, Tanja?? Who do I 'love' most? just couldn't say, Manoe is super, but then so is Tanja, always had a soft spot for Jet, and more recenently Stephanie has captured my heart somewhat, even more so since "Ballade" My wife's soft spot, apart from the obvious, is Roland, I think given half the chance I wouldn't see her for dust !
I would love the chance to meet and say "Thankyou" to all of them, they have all made our loves more bearable since the loss of our son in 2006, maybe, just maybe, one day !
sorry for waffling on so much !
Steve
UK
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Shirley, what a beautiful comment - "I've always said that the heart of a poet could paint the color of the wind."
You're a romantic soul.
I liked your poem too Eve, and Bob's picture. Everyone is very creative this morning.
I feel for all you people visiting the dentist. Ouch.
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thank You JILL, i only noticed your comment today. i am still busy being creative. i can't remember when i wrote poems or made drawings i really liked, before the blog.
hugs from
Eve
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That beautiful piece of Poetry from Eve, & Bob's art work are so beautiful thank you for sharing I love poetry, I tend to read a lot of Henry Lawson, Like your poetry Eve they tell a story; & JanMc.G your words of wisdom as ever, I kind of miss your input; some photos on Andre's site in Brisbane I really enjoy each day catching up on all that happens with Andre" & Co I do hope one of the Australian concerts come out on dvd, Andre's people seem very clever at combining bits out of lots of different concerts I will wait in expectation & hope, I feel sure also that because of The Seekers it will happen; Prudence that story about The lady & her missing Cat brought tears to my eyes, They are precious little people cats they know more then you think;
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Steve, no need to say 'sorry for waffling'. I know it has been said on this blog how we women find it very, very touching that men can be honest with their emotions and express their inner feelings. I am so sorry for the loss of your son, and perhaps that is why you can express your inner feelings with such caring emotions. It is so good to hear when you gents do give us comments on the gals in the JSO whom have found a spot in your heart. Andre and the entire group have really opened up many suppressed areas in my own life, having a strong healing power with their music and opening my life to a very fine musical experience. I am also pleased that your wife shares the Andre experience with you, that makes for a complete wonderful Concert date. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
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Steve I think without Andre' His music the JSO & choir, speaking for myself i would be at the funny farm, what is it? is it the arrangement of the music, I know Andre' has charm etc etc, but it is more than that, I know I can be upset & stressed & a dvd later or a cd I feel so much better, I like other artists besides Andre' but I don't get that same Unstressed state of mind, Lucky Marjorie she will have her man home for a bit, on one of his dvds he talks about the dog when he gets out his violin, maybe the dog is singing along, all those of his people will be able to spend time with their families; Jeanine Ann Judith Durham did'nt sing that song in Sydney, but I notice there is a bit on the front of the cd stating it is included, I am waiting for mine from Ovation, it & the Mexico concert are on back order; Deirdre, tell your dentist a mad women in Australia said to put a tv on the ceiling with a dvd player that has east acsess, then each person could take their favorite personality with them root canel sounds grewsome, I am off to bed now I think I will go to Maastricht;
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Good afternoon boys and girls on a fabulous UK afternoon. Been gardening most of the day. I will ache like billyo tomorrow. Aint the gal I used to be.
Thanks DEIDRE. Wooo what a Spectacular Loud colourful weekend to remember it's going to be in Maastricht. The Vrijthof will certainly be alive with the sound of music. Probably hear it for miles echoing around the hills and valleys I do wish we were all going. That would be great.I am sooo looking forward to it. Andre will have been building up his energy and will be like a cat on hot bricks.
TESS Yes please I would love to see all of your photo's. The ones you have already shown us here are wonderful. Jeanine Ann will kindly give you my email address.
Well desereved glass of vino time in the garden now me thinks. Cheers dear friends.I shall close my eyes, think of your photo's and imagine you all here with me with Andre serenading us of course xxxx
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Oh wow, thank you for the lovely story on the kitty. Lulu is more than just my cat, my life would be empty without her.
Sweet JEANINE ANN, how fortunate we all are to have these exceptional little darlings in our lives!!
HI JUDITH,
Glad that you can write something once again. Hugs to you always!!
BOB,
Goodness but you are so talented. Thank you for making a beautiful poem even more lovely.
Steve,
My husband also attends concert with me. I am sure that all the lovely female members are the attraction, definitely not Andre. I on the other hand enjoy the whole package!!BUt I must admit, I enjoy André the most!!
Shirley,
Glad you liked the shoes. You have my email address, hope you will share the rest of the shoe and violin photos! Pleeeeese. This blog is all about sharing, isn't it?
JOSE,
Our lovely Sylvia gave Moonlight Serenade to me, bless her! It is beautiful and i just love about every song on the CD. But, if I had to choose
an absolute favorite it would be number seven: SERENADE. Lara's Theme is also lovely , and so is the Theme From Romeo & Juliet, and... Oh what the heck!! All of them are beautiful, no wonder it won the Brit Award for album of the year!
EVE,
I had to teach today, on a Saturday! From 8 in the morning till 8 in the afternoon.
FAY and RUTH, A TV attached to the ceiling is even better! I will have to make a deal with my dentist. But the thing is, once I start talking about André, I am afraid that I would have to make another appointment for my root canal. Haha
Wishing all a wonderful André Day, filled with beautiful music!! Hugs to all! xxxx
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HI DEIRDRE, why teach on Saturday!!?? 12 hours? was it smth. exceptional or what?
the only good thing that came after our so called revolution in '89 was that we were given the weekends: Saturday free. sometimes i think that it was the only good thing that came out of it.
i love Lara's theme, my favorite now, but u're right: all of them are beautiful and HE's gorgeous!
thank you FAY, i wrote poems before, in English too, but - for a month and a half - i'm more motivated, i think You can guess why.
Love to all my Andre Loving Friends
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When I lived in NYC I introduced my dentist to Andre. He went to some concerts and after that, every time I went to a dental appointment one of Andre's CDs would be playing on the sound system in his office when I arrived.
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Hi Eve
Send me your picture and I will try.
Get Jeanine Ann to send you my email address.
Have a nice weekend bob
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Done! but isn't it illegal?! i mean i've seen better days, but who hasn't?
what a good sport you are, BOB, i'm gonna ask our sweet moderator, Jeanine Ann to send me Your email address and i'll send you a pic i made myself about myself (me being a person of do-it-yourself, sort of)& you'll see what you can do with it. it's a half profile, would that be OK?
glad we got closer, i'm looking forward to reading your comments and all.
hugs from Eve
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For those asking about "We'll Meet Again" -- On You Tube you can find Suzan singing it - not with Andre though. She's with a small group in Norway singing songs from the 40s.
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Dear Fay,
I have just looked at the current JSO
members and Mireille Brepols is still listed, so maybe she was ill?
Hugs Sylvia and family
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Kay I'm disappointed to hear no DVDs are to be made of Andre's Australian tour this year. As you got that news from Ovation I guess we can accept it as fact. What a pity. I thought with The Seekers performing he'd be sure to record it.
John and I danced to Lara's Theme for our wedding waltz.
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And no DVD of the UK tour either
Fiesta Mexicana is brilliant though -)
We will have to get a 'video gallery' on here so we can all find clips with easy access for all, in addition to Andre's You Tube pages
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i asked that same question to Kertin when i went to the day with Andre... I was disappointed, as it would have been great to have that at home to watch as i love The Seekers
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I am also disappointed that no dvd's seem to be made of Australia and UK tour but who knows they might change there minds, I just got this from Andre's website.x
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Maybe
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Hi Kay, I too hope they change their minds about the DVD's in the UK and Australia. hugs and luv Ruth
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Jill where did you hear The Australian concerts would not come out on dvd???/ Sylvia I notice Mireille's name is still on the Jso list on Andre's site, but she was,nt in South Africa, & not in Australia either, she could be having a baby??? We'll Meet Again is not as yet on any dvd/cds, surely Andre' will include it somewhere, its such a lovely song, & holds lots of memories for so many, there are some of us still alive who remember Vera Lynn, also Gracie Fields, I bought a dvd thinking it would be made up of clips of her singing it was'nt & I did'nt enjoy it very much; HELLO AMERICA, are you still with us, Jeanine Ann you did'nt go off in that rapture? did you, I know we did'nt, I feel for all those people who sold everything; now re the photo of the shoes, its who is in those shoes, that can put me in a rapture of a different kind;ha ha;
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Hi Fay.. I emailed Andres customer service to ask about an Aust. d.v.d and the reply was.. NO Aust d.v.d. What a pity. we all wanted to relive our concert all over again.. Love to all.. Maureen H xx
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Universal Australia is where the Aussie DVDs have been made in the past, not in Maastricht. Perhaps UA is going to do something, as we all received an email from them asking which were our favourite bits of the concert - everything of course.
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Good Morning dear friends on a dull breezy UK morn. So different from yesterday. Taking a coffee break from cooking. Got friends coming to lunch today. Cooking roast lamb studded with garlic and rosemary and all the trimmings including cauliflower cheese that everyone asks me to do. Must be my signature dish.For pud I have made a honey raspberry almond yogurt ice cream.
Andre is watching over the proceedings and has just given me a beautiful smile
I think it's odd that there is not going to be an Australian DVD. Maybe they are just teasing us.Has anyone heard Judith Durhams song yet please.
Well dear people it's goodbye from me for now. Have a lovely day. I expect Jeanine Ann is enjoying a Starbucks coffee and DEIDRE is enjoying her housefull of lovely sons and girlfriends and INGE is somewhere on her travels and ANDRE is strolling aroun Maastricht with his pooch xxx
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Hi everyone! i've been quiet all day, cos i'm preparing a surprise for you all.it's gonna be something totally new, i mean i haven't done it before. i can tell you this much: i got the idea from the blog. where else? i hope i can do it and i hope you're gonna like it!
JOSEPHINE, the whole menu sounds yummy, could you please give me the cauliflower cheese recipe?!
Love to You All My Friends!
Eve
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Often when the JSO travels long distances a few members may not be there. I know Lin and Freya used to switch off. One would play half the tour and the other the other half. Child care arrangments must be difficult when both partners are in the orchestra and the kids have school, etc. I assume they must have to have full time help even though they are often at home. I read in an interview that Lin's mother sometimes helps out. Andre hired nannies for Kerstin and Heidi to go to Australia with their newborns. I guess we'll find out soon what the story is with Mirelle. I can't remember there ever being a concert without Teun or Marcel.
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Hi All, thought you may like the following, in the olden days Lancashire was the home of weavers. This verse is the text which came from a cross stitch book which I embroidered quite a few years ago.
Not until the loom is silent,
And the shuttle ceases to fly.
Will God unfold the canvas,
And explain the reason way.
The dark threads are as useful,
In the weavers skillful hands.
As the threads of gold and silver,
In the pattern He has planned.
Not sure if they was an author for this poem. hugs and luv Ruth
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That is really beautiful RUTH. I have never heard it before. I forget who I was talking with, maybe KAY about the song by Judith Durham "Andre". I received an email from The Music Shop and they have Moonlight Serenade CD and I checked it out and it has the song so I bought the CD (like I really needed another duplicate. The only difference is that song but I wanted it so bad. Of course the other one I have does include the DVD. So if anyone wants that song the CD is $19.99 but I don't know what your postage would be. It was 7.98 for the United States which includes insurance.
STEVE we were thinking of having a video page which would have been part of the Rieu Report. Then Sally became ill and we are just shorthanded right now but that is a definite goal for the blog. Hugs to all
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Hi RUTH, beautiful verses! they give me hope and understanding for the "dark threads" to be in the pattern of my life. i like the gold and silver threads, like this Blog, Andre Rieu, my Friends, the cheerful ambiance here.
i wouldn't mind though if - every now and then - i could take a peek to the whole canvas.
thank you for the verses and sharing, have a beautiful Andre-day!
Eve
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Lovely verse Ruth. Very thought provoking.
Well it looks as though there will be no new Australian DVD then so I wonder what the new CD is Andre was talking about doing
Hugs xxx
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Hi to all my Rieully good friends,
Well one thing is for certain, we will most definitely see a new DVD of the Maastricht concert. André always seems to make sure that a new Maastricht DVD is released each year! Hugs to all xx
EVE,
I teach from Monday to Friday, but on some Saturday's I have to give class to teachers whose schools are underperforming in our province. I need to teach them new teaching skills and techniques and help them with the content of Economics in order for them to become better educators.xx
JOSE,
It was soooo nice to have my boys home. I prepared them some special meals and even went shopping with Armand for new clothes. My house was full and my heart overflowed with joy. Armand and his girlfriend gave me some lovely perfume for Mother's Day and went back to university today. The season is changing fast here in South Africa and winter is on its way. I hate winter and are going to need a lot of support from all on the blog to see me through this dreary season! I am already battling with a terrible cold! Hugs to Darrel and the boys. xx
Hi JUDITH!!
Another HUG for you from ALL of us on the blog!! You are an amazing lady and a pillar of strength to many of us. Jeanine Ann will send you something from me soon! Hugs and love xxxx
Hi sweet SYLVIA,
The CD "Moonlight Serenade" that you have sent me is still one of my favorites!! Thank you once again, you are such a lovely lady!! Please write to me and let me know how you are!! Give my love to Keith and the teddies! xxxx
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
Only 180 DAYS to CONCERT TIME !! Please do not work too hard, we want you looking young and beautiful when you meet our André in the States!! He will expect you to open the dance floor to his beautiful Blue Danube!! Love you girl!! Hugs to Clyde, Cotton and the kitties!!xxxxx
I wish all of you a Super-Dooper André week with lots of love and beautiful music!! Hugs to each and everyone!!
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I love that poem Ruth.
Fay a couple of days ago on the blog Kay said she'd rung Ovation and been told no DVDs of Australia or UK concerts would be made this year.
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Sylvia of London you are without a doubt a thoughtful & kind person such excitement, an angel with a pearl face, so beautiful & such a soft & beautiful scarf I feel very spoilt I am sitting in my old house clothes with your scarf around my neck, next to Andre's concert you are both the best, thank you thank you, I don't get many surprises like that, Gods Blessings to all of you , Yourself, Keith & the Teddies;
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Morning all. I think Andre must be recording a new CD if not DVD as he says in one of his interviews 'Going home to record a CD'
I can't believe he won't do one with The Seekers.As it wasn't a brilliant afternoon yesterday after lunch I treated my friends to Maastricht 2.
Well I hope the lovely man is at home now having a well deserved break.
Have a happy smiley Andre day everyone xxx
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Has anyone seen this.... or am I a bit late with the link ?
Thank you Steve. I think we may have seen a shorter version
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My dear friends,
I don't know if you saw the news from the U.S. but there was a devastating tornado in Joplin, Mo. last night and that is where Shirley lives. The last I heard from a message left on my answering machine by Sally last night ( I was sleeping) was Shirley and family were okay but with all the damage I have seen this morning and the multiple tornadoes I just want to be sure. She has no power so I cannot phone her. Please pray for all the 90 people who were lost and their families. Thanks much. I will keep you informed. Hugs
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JEANINE ANN, i've seen the devastation on CNN, the twisted cars & flattened buildings. how can people put their life back together? and the dead & missing? i did not know about Shirley living in tornado alley; i'm praying for the lost and for those who lost.
Eve
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Jeanine Ann, Have only caught the latter end the news this morning,saw something about the tornado, but not where in US, I do hope that Shirley and her family are ok.My thought will be for all caught up in this disaster.
Wonder what is happening, we have had wet and windy weather, even hail stones this morn, and now the ash cloud with flights being cancelled between London and Scotland. hugs and luv Ruth
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Hi Ruth, Shirley lives in Joplin Missouri. As far as I know 116 people have died and 75% of the town is flattened. I believe Shirley must be on the West side. I will try to call her tonight. Power is out but not sure about phones.
Cotton's infection is down so that is good news that the antibiotics are working. We will continue that treatment until the bottle is empty and then refill as needed (if the area becomes inflamed again). The Vet gave us new meds for her appetite so we will see how she does. Right now we are feeding her (force feeding) and will continue until she eats on her own. She was dehydrated so they gave her fluids. We may need to do that ourselves later. So good news for now. Thanks to all for the prayers. Hugs
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Thank God Shirley and Dan are OK....what a terrible tornado season you are experiencing this year. Disaster after disaster all over the world.
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Hi all This is fantastic.
Judith has still got what it takes and Andre looks marvelously gorgeous
Can't believe there isn't going to be a DVD.It would sell like hot cakes xx
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it's wonderful! the song, The Seekers and HIM, like a PRINCE!
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Thank you Josephine, I just love these songs!!
Brilliant xxxx
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Oh Girls (and Boys) I just can't stop watching this.The walls of my house are ringing. Judith's voice is still wonderful BUT ANDRE well he is just something else. He looks fantastic. Those legs on the go again and the way he reacts with Judith is soooo beautiful
If ever a man loved his work it's Andre and if ever a woman loved a man --- Say no more Ahhhh I am SMILING SMILING SMILING Andre at his BEST xxxx
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... then it's me! AND YOU! and Us!
oh, JOSEPHINE, just think: we are part of Him, i mean, his music, i mean, his everything! i'm so glad that i was born in this era and i can see-listen to-love HIM!
hugs from sister-in-love,
Eve
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THOSE LEGS should have million-dollar-insurance and the hands too, everything, the whole package!
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The Seekers, brings back memories of my teens (and now we are senior teens!!!) I wonder what Andre thinks, from what he has said (If I am correct) he didn't listen to "pop music", what has he missed out on. hugs and luv Ruth
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This is fantastic. I've always loved this song and it was really nice hearing it again. It's been so long. Yes, It would have been nice to have a dvd of this concert. But it would be nice to have one of all the concerts, and we know he can't do that.
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I don't know if we have seen this or not. Enjoy!
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Hello everyone. I have not posted anything on the blog lately but I do read all your comments every day.Wonderful to hear the Seekers again.Judith's voice is still strong after all these years.My late husband was a big fan of her's.Just been looking through my old LPs ( as we used to call them).I found 2 by the Seekers dating from 1966/7.Brings back memories when my children were very tiny.Where DO the years go?
Jeanine Ann - will also pray for Shirley and all the people in Joplin.Just see the devastation on the news.Terrible!
love to all Andre fans from Brenda.
Jenni is in Canada at the moment, hope volcano dust cloud doesn't prevent her from getting back on Sunday.
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OMG, Jeanine Ann, this is very terrible. I have been watching the news since very early this morning and Joplin really took a direct hit. I pray Shirley and family are SAFE. Please keep us posted. I am saying special prayers for all those people who have lost so much in that entire area. Praying Shirley stays strong & safe!!
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Dear sweet friends,
I really do hope Shirley and her family is OK. I know that all of you, including me, will be praying for the tornado victims. Another volcano erupted in Iceland and the northern parts of London are already affected by the ashes. Mother nature seems to be mad at us! I am just so very glad that André and the JSO are safely back home. You are all in my prayers!Love and hugs to all!!xx
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Oooooh I just love The Seekers!! Judith has such a beautiful and strong voice!! Together with André they created magic on stage!!I can see that André and the JSO enjoyed playing each and every song, they too are very talented to be able to do that. I really hope that the new CD will include some of The Seekers' songs!
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Sylvia, if you can see this, the problem is on your end because your email is being returned to me. The blog is fine. Hugs
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Oh dear. I do hope and pray Shirley is ok. Just been watching the news.Very bad
We have got the volcanic dust cloud heading our way. Think Scottish and Irish airports have been closed.
Lets all say an extra prayer tonight for Shirley and everyone in Joplin Hugs to all xxxx
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Lovely videos, tinged with sadness with thoughts that there will be no Australian dvd; I do hope there will be a change of Andre's mind???. Also Sylvia I hope sincerely she is safe, those tornados, look terrifing we don't as a rule have them here we have bad thunder/lightning/hail storms sometimes extra windy, my thoughts go to Shirley & Her family, I will do the only thing I think I can do well, talk to The Man Upstairs. which brings something funny to my mind, when I was little My Nan told me not to be frightened during a thunderstorm, as it was only The Holy Family shifting furniture, I passed that on to my own children & grandchildren, it usually works, I am not sure what story she would have dreamed up for a tornado; now to once again volcanic ash, thank the good Lord Andre' is not having to fly off to any concerts like last time, I am very ignorant about volcanic ash does it drop & settle on buildings & land??. have a Rieully great day all, miow to all the cats;
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Hi Fay, My grandad used to tell us not to worry that God was only moving his furniture and the lightening was God switching lights on and off!. Then he would go onto say he had seen a tree split in half and a sheep struck down with lightening, great to calm terrified children! Grandma would go round the house making sure mirrors where covered, back and front door open and TV switched off from the mains, she had seen a lightening bolt come down the chimmney and roll out through the back door!!!!, Really makes you feel safe in a thunder storm. As to the ash I think with planes it can get into the engines as they fly through it and clog them up so they can't fly!!!may be someone will explain more. Yes I too am happy Andre is safe in Maastritch and no flying.Mind you I have to laugh at the people stuck in airports moaning about flights cancelled, I know were I would like to be!, on the ground!!. Hugs and luv to all Ruth
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Hi All
Ruth knuckles rapped I would not be happy if my flight to China was canceled as it would have been a waste of some 8.000 thousand pounds which I could not get back.If they want volcanoes and not put a lid on them they should compensate me for a loss of a holiday of a life time.
After my moan at least mine and every others prayers were answered for Shirley.
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Hi Bob, sorry if I offended, as you say the airlines are not very good ay paying out for anything. hug abd luv Ruth
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Shirley and Dan we're thinking of you so much this morning. I hope you're safe and your home not too badly damaged. We will anxiously wait to hear from you.
Love and prayers from Jill and John.
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Shirley & Dan sorry I did call you Sylvia, but she too is a beautiful person, know we are all thinking about you & wondering how you are when you can let us all know meantime I will light that candle & pray;
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Hi my friends, do any of you girls or guys have Sylvia's phone number? I thought I had it somewhere but must look for it. She cannot get on the blog and all her email from me to her is being returned. She is so frantic to get on and I think the problem may be on her end. If you have her phone number and can call her please tell her about her email problem and make sure it is correct on the comment site. Thanks so much. Jeanine Ann Hugs
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Hi Jeanine Ann. I have just telephoned Sylvia and gone through everyhting with her. No luck. She has 'Leave a Comment' But can't because it says'Comments closed' also she does not have 'Reply to this' under any of the comments. The poor dear lady is so upset. Can anyone come up with any solutions please
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Hi Josephine, I also phoned Sylvia and I cannot understand why she is getting that "comments are closed" message. I am trying to contact Sally to make sure it is nothing to do with her email address on the blog or something like that. I feel sorry for her. Keith is going to check their server when he gets out of the garden. I get her email but when I try to respond it come right back. We will get it figured out. Thanks for your help Josephine. Hugs
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Test for Sylvia
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Hi Sylvia, I have seen this on the blog. hugs and luv Ruth.
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Jeanine Ann I have sent Sylvia Emails as I do a lot of you & have received a return message;?????; I googled Joplin last night oh dear so much destruction, in such an Historical city, it must have been terrifying, I also read the reasons why these type of weather problems appear to happen there, I don't think I will ever complain again; I than God Andre' is home & safe with all His people, they only had a short time home for Easter, & according to Andre's site they only have one concert away before The Maastricht concerts I would love to be there to see one of those but don't speak that language, english is all I know I suppose in todays culture thats slack but I have never had the need , thank goodness for subtitles on the dvds; You trully have your hands full with Cotton, does she let you do all you need gratefully or does she fight you, Jasper eats raw chicken wingettes, I constantly have to wash one side of His face, which he doesnt like, so I watched him eat & realised he rubs one side with the bone, so have given him just chicken for a few days, & the wingettes as a treat, he's my other child & just as spoilt, but the love returned is threefold; any word from Shirley I imagine all lines are for emergency only?
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Hi Fay, I talked with Shirley last evening and she is fine. Friends of theirs lost everything. She has no power and gave food from the fridge to relatives.
Cotton takes her food so nice from the syringe. She is such a sweetie. She doesn't get mad or anything. We do have our hands full but she is worth it. She gets three different pills twice a day plus a liquid antibiotic twice a day and the feeding. She also takes baby aspirin and pepsid when needed. I think Jasper is pretty spoiled but I don't blame you for spoiling him. They are so adorable you cannot help it. How is Narelle? Big hugs to you
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I have had no word from Shirley as yet...but that is understandable. I enclose a link to a map of the destructive path of the tornado through Joplin. As I do know exactly where Shirley lives...I can tell you she is a good mile or so to the north of where the tornado passed closest to her. Not to say she would not have suffered some damage with winds of 200mph so close....but at least they were not in the main path.
Will update if I hear from her.
http://www.weather.com/outlook/weather-news/news/articles/tornado-damage-swath-joplin_2011-05-24
Cheers.
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Hi Grayeme, I guess you have read that I talked with Shirley. I am so glad that she was not in the path and I feel sorry for those who were. Thank you for the information. We will keep each other informed. Big Hugs
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I'm so pleased we have good news of Shirley. Hello Shirley if you read this xx.
Ruth several generations of my family have covered mirrors and windows and hidden under beds during storms (not me!) Many years before I was born a 15 year old great great uncle was sitting at the kitchen table having lunch with his family when a lightning bolt came through the door and killed him. It ingrained itself into the family stories, probably will forever. Strangely his parents had another son the following year and called him the same name as the boy who'd been killed.
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Hallo Jeanine Ann and Webmaster Sally!
Thank, thank, thank you so much. I just woke up. Its 7am went to the blog expecting it still to be bad as neither the computer engineer nor Keith could
help me get on this blog and lo and behold either you two or the hunk Clyde
managed it. I never thought I would
feel so bereft as I did when I couldn't
get on. Also reply to this has come back. I am n olw going to stop this and
go and dance round the sitting room!
Love and hugs to clever computer people.
Sylvia, and family
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Hi Sylvia, welcome back!!! thanks God Shirley is OK
Hi everyone, true, when PC is out we are dead!
i couldn't get on mine because of the bad weather, lightening etc and that made me really upset. no pc, no blog,no friends, no Andre. it's as clear as it can be: i'm addicted!!
love to everyone (i'm in a rush, have to finish what i promised you!)
hugs, Eve
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Good morning all So glad SHIRLEY and family are safe and well.Very worrying time for them.
On a lighter note welcome back SYLVIA
The fairies must have been at work on your computer overnight
I can so understand how upset you must have been not being able to talk on the blog about our favourite man
I would rather give up chocolate
WHAT WHAT What have I said.It's true. If I had to make a choice between chocolate of Andre. Well no choice
ANDRE IS CHOCOLATE.The best chocolate money can buy. Life without Andre is unthinkable.He has become such a huge part of my day.Have a lovely Magical Andre day dear friends xxxx
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Fantastic concert and after party in Melb 11th May. Such a joyfilled night & met such lovely people. Still can't belive I was lost for words when SO close to Andre. Have some great nice pics of the concert & of Jeff/Geoff and Jean (I think from Glen Waverely- I Am Australia!), who sat beside us & the Lady ? from the Melb fan club who collected the flowers. Happy to pass them on if they wish. Andrea
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Something for your day!!!
Photo. . . . Deirdre
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thank You JEANINE ANN, thank You DEIRDRE!
i so much needed this! i've had such a lousy day like everything was going the other way round, should've stayed in bed all day. but i'm on track again!
YOU always "raise me up"
THANK YOU!!
Eve
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Don't cry Lemon Pie !!! xx
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Oh wow JEANINE ANN,
Thank you so much for this photo!! Isn't André just lovely. This photo was taken at our Cape Town Concert on 11 March 2011. André always plays with so much passion and his face radiates his love for his music!I am sure that his heart also goes out to the tornado victims in the USA. May you have a wonderful day and thank you for all the effort that you put into the blog. Thank you for caring and for phoning Shirley. When you speak with her again, tell her that everybody on the blog sends hugs and that we are all thinking of her. Thank you my sweet friend! Hugs to Clyde and the kitties! Love: Deirdré xxxx
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Thanks Deirdre, it is such a dull day here, your photo really cheered me up. Lovely one,
Hugs, Jean
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Hi VIRGINIA,
I will introduce André to my dentist next Wednesday. I will take my own CD Player with for my 1 1/2 hour consultation. Just maybe I can turn the whole dentist building into a huge Rieu Fan Club! With TVs attached to the ceilings he will never have to ask any person to keep his/her mouth open. The mouths would be gaping open all by themselves!! Haha, imagine that!!
STEVE,
The more I see Stephanie, the more I like her.She has become a real little live-wire on stage. She always interacts with the audience and encourages them to partake in the fun. She used to play the violin and is such a lovely and talented lady. My favorite is still Manoe. Never a dull moment with her on stage!!
JOSE!
Maastricht is just around the corner!! Is my room still ready!?
SYLVIA,
I am so glad that you are back on the blog. Yesterday I called in sick and didn't go to work. I have a terrible cold and stayed in bed. Juandré brought me a beautiful soft Teddy. Sweet boy. I immediately thought of you!! What should I call him/her?? My new teddy is a soft cream color. Any suggestions?
Wishing ALL a beautiful André Day filled with the sweetest melodies! Love to all the kitties and teddies from Lulu! xx
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Hi Deidre, I had loaned a CD to my dentist and then he bought all of them that existed at that time. I knew that one would be on the sound system when I walked into the office.
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Hi, Jeanine. I had to give my cat Alex, no longer with us, fluids. With the help of my neighbor we managed it. I don't know if you have done it before. The needle just goes under the skin. I couldn't have done it otherwise. Do you feel that she still can enjoy life? Benny was 17 on Saturday. He is SO skinny but hanging in there. Hercules, on the other hand, who just turned two, is getting chubby. He is starting to look like a cat except for his little kitten face. Eddy is too fat. Joey is just right. All the best.
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Hi Virginia, I think if we can get her to eat she will be able to enjoy her life. Her kidney test before the surgery showed very good results so she is hanging on that way. She just has a difficult time with this extra cavity in her mouth. She doesn't know what it is and I rinse her mouth every time she eats so nothing builds up in there. Thankfully the infection is no longer there, I hope Benny makes it to the summer so he can enjoy the outdoors which he likes. Poor baby, does he eat well? If Cotton needs the fluids they will teach us how to give her the fluids. I have never done it but it know where it goes. Thanks Virginia and take care. Hugs
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Dear Jeanine Ann, I have sent quite a few comments but have not seen any for a while. Have you received them or have they dissoloved into thin air? Im devasted today... I went to pick up my new violin yesterday, when they showed it to me I couldnt believe my eyes! the colour of it was awful. A big splotsh of yellow as big as my palm on one side. They said it was the colour and grain fo the timber... well I have never seen a violin like that before. I am not going to accept ir and my teacher is going to look at it next week. They said another one will have to made and that could take up th 4 months... Its enough to make a saint swear!! They are bringing a lesser model one for me to look at with no obligation but I want the series that I chose. They cant guarantee anothe one will have a good even colour. Of course there will be variations in colour but not big patches. Back again..Just had call from my teacher who is so helpful and going to sort it all out next thursday. I hardly slept last night peeving about it. I daont think I was born under a lucky star. This nothing compared to the devastation in Joplin... How do you recover emotionally from that sort of disaster. Sorry for the whinge dear friends. hope everyone is well and happy .. Its quiet on the Andre front now the Aust concerts. May they all recover quickly from all the traveling over the last few weeks. Waiting to get the latest d.v.d[Mexican one] tomorrow. seems strange that the U.K. cant get all Andres c.ds and d.v.ds. we are lucky to get every one he has made here in Os. Bye now and love to all..xx
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Oh Maureen what a shame. I know what it is like to wait on something like that and then be disappointed. Do you have a Luthier in your area or one close. It is always best to buy from a local shop that way you can see it. play it, and hear it. You can also match a bow with it. That is so important. I go through the bows and the luthier sits and listens to which bow matches the best. I recently bought a second violin from him (just for a backup) and it is not his top model which I already have but a really good violin. He put the Dominant strings but I have the Eva P. strings on the best violin and wanted them on the second one. The minute I played it at home I knew they were not for this violin. So i took it up yesterday and he is re-stringing it but cannot get it until next week and I am so anxious so I know how you feel. The main thing is how the violin plays not what it looks like, although I would not want one with a spot like you described. The best model that I got from him belonged to a little Asian girl and she took it to school and after practice did not put it back in the case and another girl stepped on it. Oh what a mess. But Mr. Kain repaired it and all you can see are a few hairline marks but it plays like a dream. In fact he played it and said it sounds better than it did before and he wasn't just saying that because he said it to his wife in the back and I just overheard it. He makes beautiful violins. He doesn't have the name recognition like some but a group from the Julliard String Quartet are coming here on the weekend to hear and buy his violins. So I know you can buy from him and they are beautiful and you will have a great violin. I hope everything turns out well for you Maureen because it is a big investment and you want the best that you can afford. hugs to you
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Great news Shirley is OK, so much damage it almost looks like a bomb was dropped, I do feel for all those people; SYLVIA I know how you feel I was without mine a few weeks ago & I a computer idiot was completly lost, I have got so used to clicking on & sharing my feelings also reading & sharing with each of you, my worrys my joys But most of all choice doings of Andre" & Co, I love to know what you are having for your meals, what Keith is doing in the garden, I like to know how Cotton is doing,& you were all so supportive during Narelle's illness, there is nothing in the world like having someone to share your joys, worries sufferings & surprises with, did you receive my email of joy that I got from receiving your parcel; DEIRDRE I would love to be a fly on the wall when you go to your dentist, you may start a new trend, my doctor has a tv, I think he must have a cassette system as Mr. Bean is always on, it would be so nice to wait & watch Andre'in this town a lot of my parish people go to the same dr., most of them like Andre'so we could all go & enjoy the waiting, hope your cold is better, they make you feel so miserable, I am posting your book on Saturday she had a hard life in the middle of nowhere, & some of the employees on the station, I do hope you will enjoy, it gives you a look at a different Australia, me particularly, that lady found a life so different to what she had been used to;JEANINE ANN the photo is great He is a lovely Man I was watching The Flying Dutchman last night & in the special features a big wig of that area was saying he had known Andre' from when He first started on His own, & he went on to say Andre' was not only good at what He does but He is a nice person also, says it all eh!;
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Dear Deirdre,
If your new teddy is a girl, what about Bella or Lily and if it is a boy, Benny or Ronny. It is 6.45am, so I am not quite awake so haven't many ideas. What a lovely present your son gave you!
Hugs galore from Keith, Sylvia and only
some of the bears (quite a number are still asleep)
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Hi Sylvia, What lovely names for a girl teddy, the same names of my grandbabies, Lillie who is 2ys 8mths and Isabella who is now 6 weeks, Isabella is a little doll and Lillie is really good at helping, although she is a little monkey when Isabella cries she tells her to hush and wait a minite, Mummy is busy, talk about "the kettle calling the pan black". hugs and luv Ruth
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Hi All, I'm glad to know that Shirley & family are ok although the situation around them is devastating & would obviously have emotional impact no matter how safe they are. I can't believe the extent of suffering right now at the hands of Mother Nature. My heart goes out to all, as I also lost people here in the bushfires. It's hard to comprehend. It's also good to know love & support, whether financial or just purely emotional in such devastating times. Human spirit is a powerful source, above & beyond any day to day kindness of humanity. There is so much loss and devastation in our World of recent, that our support of each other is more important than ever.
FAYE- I love to be here & join in. I'm still here and in touch - just not quite as often. I remember & treasure my early friendships on this site & look forward to more. I sometimes don't like my 'overly passionate side' which leads me to trouble - ha, ha!!!!
God bless you my friends, and God bless Shirley & family for giving to those around them that lost more. It is sometimes difficult to be a 'survivor' when those immediately around us have lost. xoxo
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I love the latest dentist suggestion from you Deirdre! No doubt there's a creative lot of people on this blog.
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SWEETIE,
OOOOH IT CAME!!!!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
I LOVE YOU! I LOVE YOU! I LOVE YOU!
I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE YOU!!!xxxxxxx
From Deirdré walking on Cloud 9
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Good afternoon dear friends. Well. Darrell and I have had a wonderful lazy happy afternoon.I ordered Live in Sydney for the lady I met who doesn't have a computer and with it came a freee DVD ANDRE'S AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE. I expect some of you already have it. Anyway we decided we had better check it was working ok so we sat down to watch it at 3pm with a cup of tea and a slice of chocolate cake. It is now 5 15pm. The time went sooo quickly. What a fabulous DVD.It is incredible how hard Andre works behind the scenes making sure everything is PERFECT. It was so funny when he went to the zoo with Kirsten and her baby and everyone thought he was the Daddy. Andre made out that he was.He has such a naughty sence of humour.Then the storm arrived with a vengeance half an hour before the start of the concert and Andre was determined to give his audience the whole concert so arranged for public transport to run late Also he wouldn't allow VIP's to sit in the front row. He said he wanted his fans there. I could just go on and on. Everything I see of Andre makes me love him more and more
He is a wonderful caring generous cheeeky gorgeous handsome man
I AM A WOMAN IN LOVE YE ye ye I know girls So are you
Big happy smiley hugs xx
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Hi my dear friends, look what Bob Dooley did!! He caught me with Andre in Maastricht! Isn't he great!!!!
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WOW! a huge WOW!
JEANINE ANN! this is great! BOB, what an artist! what beautiful people everywhere on this blog! and how I LOVE TO BE HERE!!!
WE ARE FAMILY!!
thank you again for this beautiful pic and love to everybody, my sweet ANDRE-LOVING Friends!
Eve
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Have to dissappoint you Jeannine Ann you are with André in Rothenburg ob der Tauber not in Maastricht. Shirley, I hope you and your family are well plus Jazz. Pray for you. I saw for the first time today my grand kids. Greetings, Inge
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Oh Inge, I was so excited I really didn't know where I was except with Andre!!!!! Hugs
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Hi Bob, This is great. hugs and luv Ruth
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Hi ALL
Sorry Jeanine Ann Ing Cossette is right
but I know you must have met Andre in Maastritch and with his MAGIC whisked you away for a romantic day filled with music away from the maddening crowds.
Love and Hugs to all bob
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JEANINE ANN
I do hope you had a fantastic day with Andre - wherever you were!!
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Great picture Jeanine Ann. I can feel the love xx
Hi INGE You must be back home from your hols Hope you had a wonderful time
Hope everyone is ok. I think summer has gone from the sunny land here in UK. It's a Bank Holiday and promises to be wet and windy Yuk. Thank goodness I've got Andre to look at and listen to.He is the sunshine of my life. Big hugs to all xxx
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Hi everyone, everything okay here. just lost power last night and we had rain and hail and the loudest thunder I ever heard, thought it hit the house. We followed the tornado warnings all evening it was very tense and they got so close. Think there was some damage around Harrisburg our State Capital about 25 miles away but didn't get any local information yet. So we were lucky here again. So many lately and they are calling for ditto tonight. This has been the wildest spring. I felt safer in Florida with the hurricanes. At least you have time. We were all huddled in the bathroom with flashlights and the cats and water last night. Hugs to all
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Hi DEIDRE. Yes your room is still ready and waiting for you. I am keeping it well aired and dusted for your arrival in July.Hope your cold will be well and truly gone by then and your poor little toothy pegs will have settled down.If you don't come this year I will keep it ready for next year.You better hurry up before I get too old to keep dusting. It's difficult to push a vacuum cleaner round when you have a zimmer frame!!
ANDRE FOREVER xxx
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JOSEPHINE & DEIRDRE, i'm gonna turn into a fly, a supersonic fly and get ahead of u to that concert in july! ha ha ha! but we'll have pics and dvd-s , won't we?!
good for you, ladies, but don't forget that somebody else' heart is melting too and still melting at each and every note of His music.
AND i can finally say: LA VIE EST BELLE!
huuuuuuuuuuge HUGS to ALL! Eve
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A photo for your day!!
Photo. . . . .Jeanine Ann ~~~ Enhancement. . . . . .Deirdre Andre in Baltimore, 2010
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OHHHHHHH!this, i take to bed with me to have sweet dreams! wow! what BEAUTIFUL HANDS - this time i'm focusing on the hands! - every cell in his body is artistic.
how can somebody be soooo sweet!!??
so good we can share Him!
JEANINE ANN thank You!!!!!
love to U ALL!
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Wow sweet JEANINE ANN,
That photo looks really, really beautiful on the blog! Oh what a man!!
I just love the photo of you and André. Bob took that photo just when I was bending down to pat André's dog!! Love you sweetie xxxx
Dear Sylvia,
I will ask Juandré if my new teddy is a boy or a girl. I LOVE those names, thank you so much! Love to Keith and the teddies!!
JILL and RUTH,
I will report back on my André, eh I mean my dentist visit. If he doesn't play my CD, I will refuse to open up my mouth. How do you like that!! Hugs
Sweet FAY,
You are a wonderful friend! Thank you so much for the book, when I read it, I will once again think of you! Meow to Jasper, from Lulu!
Dear JOSE,
Haha, you are so darn funny!! You better keep on vacuuming girl, Next year sounds like a definite! Well, all the vacuuming won't go to waste, it will give you the necessary practice for old age when you will have to walk with a walking-frame!! Haha, I do hope that it will not be in the near future! I know, I know. If I was close by, you most probably would have walloped me over my head! Catch me if you can!!! Hugs my friend!
EVE,
I am off to bed. Wishing you sweet André dreams and lots of beautiful music!!
La vie est belle!!!
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Tornado warnings here everyone. Gotta go. Back later. Hugs
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JEANINE ANN, more tornado warnings?! i usually watch what is going on in the USA, but so many tornadoes! is it because of the time of the year? or have they increased in number? i'm praying for everyone there! i only want you to be safe, everyone!!
hope COTTON is OK.
SYLVIA, can't you send us a pic of the Teddies? please? i really want to see them!
love to u ALL.
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Hi Jeanine Ann, I am hoping you will all be ok. And my thoughts are with you. Please let us all know how things are. hugs and love Ruth
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Deirdre, if its a boy I think I know what you will call him, ha ha, that photo is really good, how is that one man is so photogenic,so many different looks 7 smiles, its still the eyes that do it for me,; Jeanine Ann you should be hold His hand don't you think???. have word from ovation that my Mexican dvd is on its way, it will be nice to have a new one, never the less I hope the Australian one will come out, the Sydney one with The Seekers was sooooo good:
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Hi Jeanine Ann, just read your message regarding the Tornado, Im worried now but hope you will be alright, and hope you will be able to come back soon
luv and hugs Margaret, xxxx hope Cotton is alright too
soon
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DEAR JEANINE ANN. Please hurry back soon and let us know you are ok. America seems to be getting such terrible weather at the moment.Hope and pray you and Clyde are ok Lotsof love xxx
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SWEET JEANINE ANN, i got all the above messages on the 'quickblog' as automatic messages, does this mean this was like out of order?
IS EVERYTHING ALL RIGHT THERE???
i did not watch the news on CNN.
please let us know that everything is all right!
Eve
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Hi Jeanine Ann!
So glad to hear you are safe and well and not hit by tornado.Have seen photos of devastation in Joplin - so wonderful to hear that Shirley is safe too.
UK Fans!!!! Remember to watch CLASSIC BRIT AWARDS on Sunday night 10.15pm ITV1.
Andre will be on via video link to get his award for ALBUM of the YEAR!So well-deserved.
love to all from Brenda
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Thank you Brenda and everyone. I just feel sorry for all the people who lost everything in Joplin and other cities.
I will be around today but must go shopping which I have put off for two days. Prudence is under the weather but Sally is around. More photos coming!!!!! Hugs to all
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Thought for today
THE FRAGRANCE ALWAYS STAYS IN THE HAND THAT GIVES THE ROSE
XXX
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THIS IS BEAUTIFUL!!!
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Josephine I know exactly what you mean,
I am so pleased I gave a Rose to Andre in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. It has left me with a lovely memory. Elizabeth.
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Hi my sweetie,
I am so glad that you ,Clyde and the kitties are safe! Enjoy your shopping. Are we already looking for something to wear in November where a certain man will be playing a violin???? Just asking! Love and hugs xxx
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nn Glad to hear you are OK hugs and luv Ruth
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Hello Jeanine Ann, thank God you are around nice to see your okay and your message on the blog, im glad that Sally and the others are okay as the weather is very unruley everywhere, and here in the UK the winds have been very strong.
Luv to all
Margaretxxxx
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Hello everyone again.It's nearly 11.00pm
and I should be going to bed but am watching BBC4 programme about Easy Listening music.Just seen clip of The Seekers from 1968 farewell tour (on BBC tv)They sang Georgy Girl!They sound just as good today as they ever did in the '60s.
Goodnight all,
love from Brenda
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Jeanine Ann it sounds terrifying to have to spend the night in the bathroom. I'm so relieved to know the worst went around you.
I'm definitely going to stop complaining about the frosty mornings we're having here.
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Hi Everyone, it's already the 28th and 4.15 am, Saturday, in this part of the world. i'm just up, can't sleep, can't listen to music (don't wanna wake up the neighbors). i'm just happy that everybody is all right and safe there!!
so whether it's evening or morning, have a peaceful night or a nice day!
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Just a short note to say Dan & I are ok. A couple of family members lost everything but they are alive! I took my daughter's father-in-law to the Dr across town today & it was the first time i had driven down our main street. I could hardly drive for crying at the devastation, half our town is gone. We've lived here for 50 years & it's just heartbreaking to see. I have lost friends & it's so hard as they are still hunting for people. I will write more as I have time. I'd like to ask a favor of all of you. This Sunday we will be having a memorial service for all those who have lost so much, some 132 lives lost, so far. If those who wish could say a prayer at 2pm on Sunday, where ever you are I would be most grateful. Thank you, love, shirley
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Oh Shirley I am just bursting with joy that you are back and that you and Dan are safe and so is your family. I feel so sorry about those people who have lost loved ones and all their possessions. I have never seen anything like it. And there are so many still missing. You can be assured that we will be saying a prayer with you on Sunday. I will put a note on our community mail house and I am sure the people here with pray with us, they are a very praying community. Again welcome back we are so very glad you are here. Give my love to Dan and your family and Jazz. Love U. JA
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SHIRLEY, thanks to the Good Lord that you're safe & your family too. i feel for those who are lost or lost everything!
now i'm reevaluating things, i won't complain of the bad weather here anymore or because of a leaking ceiling.
i will say a prayer for You all on Sunday!
JEANINE ANN i'm so glad everything is ok there! like always, You are the heart of this blog, ever caring & loving us!
Love, Eve
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Hey Shirley...I was just getting ready to tell everyone that you didn't have internet service yet.
I'm happy to see you got it back now.
You take care Shirley!
I will be saying a prayer for all of you at 2 pm Sunday!
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My dear Shirley, Its wonderful to know that you are safe but so sad for the lossof friends and loved ones . Words are so futile at a time like this but we all share your heartache and if we could ease the pain of it all we would. Darling Andres music will help heal the pain Im sure. Take care and God Bless you and all who are suffering. Love and tight hugs... Maureen H xx
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Hi Shirley and Dan, So glad you are both ok.It reakky must be awful for your. Iam going to make myself a note for Sun at 2pm. hugs and luv Ruth
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Dear Shirley, it must be a really heartbreaking time for you, but so pleased that you are safe. Will be joining in prayers tomorrow with the rest of your friends on Blog. Elizabeth.
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Hi SHIRL,
I AM SO HAPPY THAT YOU AND DAN ARE SAFE AND I AM SO SORRY FOR THE FAMILIES THAT HAVE LOST FRIENDS AND LOVED ONES! We will definitely pray for all of you on Sunday at 2 pm!! Take care my sweet friend! Hugs from Deirdé and Lulu xxx
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Hello Shirley, so glad to know you and Dan are safe.Will pray for all those who have been lost in the terrible tornado.
love from Brenda
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Shirley , its good to know you & Dan are OK what about your home is it still standing, so much damage so many buildings flattened there is very little a person can say, all I can do is pray, our parish too is very mindful of all damage we will PRAY FOR ALL; here is a bit of trivia, "A Smile costs less than electricity & gives more light", there are moments when its hard to smile I know, but we can try,: JEANINE ANN are you alright are you in the Tornado area, I have'nt a clue where everyone is in America, my mind has a picture of where most places are in Australia but I am trully lost when it comes to elsewhere, I have'nt got around to a photo in my T shirt as yet but will do when my son comes up; in Vinnies today a lady pinned a ribbon on us to say thank you it is friendship day & she said each week we come in & are treated so respectfully by you , plus you always have such beautifull music playing,[ guess who's music ??] Andre's of course, what a nice gesture it made me feel happy; DEIRDRE hope your cold is getting better, plenty of vitamin c, fluids, & of course most importantly Andre'; my order has been fullfilled by Ovation which means its on its way, the mail that is with the Mexican dvds also Moonlight seranade which should have the song on it sung by Judith Durham, the postman will be my friend this week, have a Rieully Great Weekend;
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I just can't even start to imagine what you've been experiencing Shirley. I'm just glad you're safe and I'll certainly say some prayers at 2pm tomorrow.
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HI everyone. here's a thought from me too:
it's not so important to BE LOVED as it is to FEEL IT, to LOVE! well?
and: - i'm trying here to convince myself - it's nothing to be ashamed of being ROMANTIC, but in this hectic world we live in, who knows?
love everyone, Eve
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Hi Shirley, very glad to hear from you although I feel for you its almost as bd as an airraid from the 2nd world war unless you have experienced this you can never know how the losses and devastation feels, I totally sympathise with you.Like everyone on the blog I will be preying for you and thing of you all at 2pm on Sunday. Keep your chin up and the sunshine will appear love and hugs xxx Margaret
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just a question, GIRLS, "have you ever loved a MAN?", though He plays "...a woman...", in Tuscany, some time ago.this is my favorite now.
HE is wonderful! blue eyes that can't be compared to any other blue eyes. (here i go again!) OUT OF THIS WORLD!
love to you all,
Eve
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Hello dear people on a cool windy UK afternoon. I hope everyone is ok especially Shirley and hope Jeanine Ann and Clyde had a better night
We have just been having a cup of tea watching Mummy Woodpecker feeding her 2 babies.A very Ahhh moment
Well no news of Our Man at the moment so I hope he is having a well deserved rest and enjoying family life.He is such a family man. I love to see him when he comes into a room and sees Pierre and gives him a hug and a kiss
I keep watching the bit in the DVD where he leans in towards Judith Durham in such a friendly way when she is singing.He gives out so much love and affection.I bet he cuddles his grandchildren and makes them squeel
Anyway dear people. Hope you are all happy safe and warm wherever you are
Big hugs to you xxxx
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Dear Shirley,
I am glad to hear you and your husband are OK. Keith has bought a huge cream
coloured candle to light tomorrow at 2pm
I remember when I was little towards the
end of the war when I was about 4 seeing
the terrible blitzed areas of London.
Quite frightening. It took till about
1955 to get rid of all the bomb sites and rebuild. I really feel for everyone
affected by tornadoes. Bye for now.
Hugs galore from Sylvia, Keith and the
teddies
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Hi my sweet André friends,
What a wonderful group of people you all are. All of you have the love of André in you, that is what makes you all so very special. I am blessed to have all of you as my friends. I just know that Shirley is glad to have you as well and tomorrow(Sunday)at 2 pm we will all have a blog prayer and a blog hug and I am sure that God will pass it on to Shirley and all the people that need it so much!! Goodnight my friends. May you all have sweet dreams filled with beautiful music!!
Love: Deirdré xxxxx
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SHIRLEY I'm glad to know that you and Dan are ok & my heart goes out to those who have been devasated & are suffering.
JEANINE ANN I'm glad to know that you & Clyde are also ok and hope this has passed.
I've seen comments that Andre is not making a DVD from Melbourne concert. I received an e-mail from his Universal site asking for input as to favourite moments from Melbourne so I think something's in the making, whether DVD or CD or compilation of OZ tour. I haven't been able to access the site for ages and OZ fan comments look minimal so wonder what the issue is. Anyone else in OZ had the same trouble?
Jan xo
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Hi Jan I hope you are right with regards the DVD, I think it would be lovely to also have one with moments from all the concerts in the UK, I may be wrong but has Andre only done one from the UK. hugs and luv Ruth
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Hi Jan McG, same thing here. Universal sent out the email but who can reply to it? The comment section only seems to work once every few months - it asks for a "human comment" but there is no code & it doesn't seem to like the comment I made up!
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Hi Helen, glad to know it's not just me! I've written to Andre's 'Official site' on this but still not sure it's noted, or under rectification. There's something not sitting right with me here! I've been unable to access either site for some time, despite Membership/Log in details) - hope it's just me (DON'T THINK IT IS) and it will work out - will let you know. hugs, Jan xoxo
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Hi again Jan McG. We need to contact/phone Universal Australia (classical section) who made AR's Aussie DVDs in the past, not Maastricht - about both the site & the need for a DVD of the recent tour. I have elderly relatives who could neither travel far nor attend a week night concert & were hoping for a DVD. I can understand the site not wanting too many comments each day to moderate but why send out an email asking for comments through the site when it can't be accessed.
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I love Andre Rieu. I have 15 DVDs and 20 CDs of Andre. I listen to them alot. I have seen him live 5 times. I've been playing the violin for 14 years. My favorite piece to play is Johann Strauss: The Blue Danube. I hope Andre will never quit playing and keep making his audiences happy.
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Welcome to this blog Kyle, you are among a lot of other Andre Rieu fans. I'll look forward to your active participation on this & other blog topics
Moderator Bill in Arizona
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Hi Kyle. Good to hear from you. I wish I could play the violin. I thought seriously about it recently after discovering Andre but unfortunately with the shoulders problems I have it is out of the question.I think The Blue Danube is many people favourite especially at Andre's concerts when everyone is up on their feet dancing to it. Yes here's hoping Our Lovely Man will keep playing for many many more years. Life without him JSO and their wonderful music is not worth thinking about. He has become pat of our lives
Happy days to you and all my Andre friends xxx
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2pm in Australia and I am sending a prayer to Shirley and family. Thinking of everyone affected br Nature's fury, and hoping for better days.
Love Maureen D.
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Jeanine Ann & Clyde also feline friends hope you are all ok & not hurt or damaged; I was saying the other day I never dream about Andre', well I had the oddest dream last night; each Sunday I have the job of unlocking The Priests sacristry & also the safe to get the sacred vessels out ready for Mass, well in my dream I was doing that, when I opened the door Andre' was locked inside I asked why are you here He said to remind your Parish to pray for The tornado & earthquake people, His hair was silver grey & held back with a ribbon on the base of His neck, I commented on it & He said he was going to become known as The Silver Fox; very odd as I hardly ever remember a dream, but that one has stayed with me all day, very strange?????; hope everyone else is alright, as weather patterns seem to be of the scale everywhere on tonights news they had beautifull pictures of the Australis Borealis all I could say is WOW;
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Hi Shirley, I am so glad that you and Dan are save, hope that Jazz is , too. I am not often on a computer here in Germany as we travel a lot, but I will pray for you and all your town , must only find out what time it will be here when at your place 2.OO O´clock, as we are 5 hours ahead. But I think the Lord takes the prayer at any time anyway. I am sorry for your suffering, must look like in my hometown before the end of the war when all was bombed and in ruins, but it will all be rebuilt again. Main thing you are alive.
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Dear Lord today I pray for all of the people and community of Joplin, who have suffered from a terrible Tornado, I pray Lord that you will give them all the strength, the courage and the comfort that they will need to rebuild their lives, and think especially of our friend Shirley and her family,
Elizabeth.
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Hello Elizabeth,
I have used your prayer for people and community of Joplin I think you have put it very simply - just right.
Love from Brenda
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Hello Kylie,
I agree with Bill it is nice to be included on this blog, everyone is so friendly,happy an thoughtful to each other so welcome welcome welcome back Luv and hugs
Margaret Brent. xxxxx
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Dear Shirley,
Keith and I lit the candle at 2pm and prayed for you and your family and the people of Joplin and have decided to keep the candle burning all day.
Hugs galore Sylvia, Keith and teddies
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Good afternoon all. I hope everyone is well and safe. Especially our dear friend Shirley and family
As far as I know Joplin is 6hrs behind us in UK so when it is 2pm it will be 8pm here so I shall say an extra special prayer then for Shirley and all the poor people who have lost everything
Darrell and I have just got home from a very nice day out. We have been mooching around antique centres which we love doing. We had lunch in one then went on to another where a lady was playing the piano. Very enjoyable. Then on the way back we went to a place called Alresford which is the area famous for watercress. We had tea there and I enjoyed a piece of almond and pistachio cake and Darrell had orange and passion fruit. Might try and find the recipes. Yummy
Jan McG. I do hope you are right about the Australian Concerts. I really find it ahrd to believe Andre won't give us something of them to enjoy
Fay. I love your dream.I can just imagine Andre with his lovely hair tied back. I love the Silver Fox bit.
Love to all xxx
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I just have to come on & say that the love & support coming
into our town is overwhelming & very much appreciated & all of you
& so many of my e-mail friends from all over the world, well,
all I can say is a simple thank you, from me & our town
The Andre fans surely have "heart" & they are sending
their love to the "HEARTLAND OF AMERICA", as we are called.
God bless us all.
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Dear Shirley, 2 pm is 11 pm in Romania but the candle is already lit and i'm praying for all of you, families and friends to remake your lives and have strength and believe in the future.
Eve
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Hi Sweetie, where are you my dear friend!!!! PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF EVERYTHING IS OKEY!!! I am now really worried!! Love and hugs Deirdré xxxx
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Dear Sylvia,
It is official, my new teddy is a girl!! I would like you to give her a name, that will really mean a lot to me. Thank you my friend. Hugs from Deirdré and Lulu xx
Dear FAY,
Thank you for asking about my cold. It is much better and I am slowly getting there. Our winter started early this year and i am already sleeping under two blankets. Our winter school break starts in four weeks. I cannot wait. each day will be filled with beautiful music and excellent DVDs. Do I have to say more!! Hugs to you my sweet friend.xx
SHIRLEY,
We did pray for all of you here in South Africa. Good luck my friend and God bless!!You are always in our prayers! Hugs and lots of love!! xxxx
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DEAR FRIEND DEIDRE. Oh I feel sad for you that it is now your winter when we are just looking forward to summer in UK. I don't like winter one little bit.Makes me look like a prune instead of a peach Ha !! Everything in the garden here is beginning to bloom. We have pheasants mating, Woodpeckers and blackbirds feeding their babies and house martins nesting in our eaves. You had better come over here 'toot sweet'my sweet.
So wonderful to hear from our friend SHIRLEY that she is ok. Just need to hear from Jeanine Ann now. Hope she went for her Starbucks fix this morning
Hope everyone is well and safe Big Hugs xxxxx
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Bella, divina Signora Kruger,
I feel honoured to be asked to name your teddy! I am suggesting Angelique,
but Grandma Bear is suggesting Clara or
Alice, Hermione bear is suggesting Hope
or Suzanne and Keith is suggesting Risa
(after my mother)! If none of these
are any good I'll think of some more.
Baci e auguri di felicita Sylvia, Keith
and the teddies. I heard the teddies
whispering and they are thinking of saving up their pocket money so they can visit you in South Africa as they think you sound so friendly!
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Dearest Jeanine Ann! I can't stop playing Trier. It is so fantastic. Thank you again. There is a lovely song on it called Oh Mosella. The
audience made Andre play it THREE times.
They wouldn't stop singing! Could you perhaps play it on the blog for others who don't know the song? Thanks.
Hugs galore from Sylvia, Keith + teddies
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Hi everyone, sorry I have not been around but we had to take Cotton to the emergency vet clinic this morning. She is okay but her mouth was so inflamed and sore that she had us up most of the night. Didn't even get to church today and that doesn't happen often if at all. They were busy and we had to wait quite a while so we only got home (with a stop for gas and some Chinese take out) about close to 4:30. We are beat. They gave Cotton an injection for pain and gave us enough to get her orally for two days. I guess we stopped the antibiotics too soon but her mouth looked okay and the bottle was empty. Luckily we bought another bottle last week. So we will take her to the vet on Tuesday and make sure she is in no permanent pain. The vet did not think so. She suspects jaw cancer but our vet said the tumor was "clean" when she excised it. I hope and pray she is wrong. Our vet will not be in until Tuesday because of our big Memorial Day holiday but at least we can make sure Cotton is comfortable until then. Please keep praying for her and thank you so much. I have been so upset all day and so has Clyde. I hope everyone here in America has a wonderful holiday. Hugs to all
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Oh Shirley we did remember at 2:00 while we were sitting at the clinic and prayed for you and Dan and all the people in Joplin who lost loved ones and their homes and for those who are still missing. We think of you all the time. Love JA
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Dearest Jeanine Ann and Clyde!
Keith and I are so sorry about Cotton.
Although I am not into cats as I am terrified of them, I don't want anyone to be in pain. Indeed we give money to the charity Dr. Hadwen Trust in England
who try to find cures for various illnesses without using animals. Keith
used to have cats when he was younger
living in Wales and is very upset for you. I shall light a candle for Cotton
and say a little prayer. By the way,
amongst the various stuffed animals like
teddy bears, we have some Beatrix Potter
ones. One of them is Tabatha Twitchet.
She is a white furry cat. She sends a
special meeow to Cotton. Lots of love
from Sylvia, Keith and family.
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Dearest Shirley. We just saw President Obama visiting Joplin. Is he going to
help your town? I do hope so. Did you meet him?
Curious Sylvia
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Hi Jeanine Ann, so sorry to hear about Cotton, poor thing and upsetting for you also. I am sat here watching Classic FM Brit awards. They have been advertising fro last few days, not once mentioned Andre!, even tonight between adverts nothing, it is now 11.20pm the programm ends at 11.45,so don't know how long Andre will be on, will let all know. hugs and luv Ruth
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Hi All, Andre just been on just after the ads, saying his thanks and that they were off to Australlia, and would be back in UK soon!!!!!!. What was he wearing..... plaid trouser, very pale mauve shirt and looked like red jacket? he looked sooooo relaxed. Now of to the world of dreams. hugs and luv Ruth
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Dear everyone!
I have been watching the Classic Brits
Award and now shortly before the end we
see speaking to camera having won Album
of the Year and they don't even show his
orchestra or see him playing. I am so
fed up. Nothing is mentioned in our
tv guide Radio Times about him. I just
can't understand the attitude in England.
Are they jealous? or what?
Bye for now. Fuming Sylvia, angry Keith
and scowling teddies
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Shirley, much love, hugs, strength, courage and please stay STRONG, keep the faith wishes and prayers come your way, today, tomorrow and always. You have been in my prayers ever since our Jeanine Ann posted that you lived in Joplin. Times like these test our faith, but knowing you from this blog and following all your spiritual words of kindness, makes me believe you and your family are up for this set back. I am thankful you and Dan were not injured, and know you will be made stronger one-day-at-a-time. You, your family, your community will remain in all my prayers. May I ask??, how did "Kirk's Hill" weather this devastation??
Again Shirley, I am very happy you made it through this disaster, and send back some of those lovely hugs you sent to me, in my time of need. Many hugs and lots of prayers are being said for Shirley and 'family' and JOPLIN will once again thrive!
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I must repeat something I have said before, about what our love & respect of Andre' has done for all of us, we share our feelings our pain & our joys, He is not God but He surely is a great Ambassador for our Heavenly Father here on this at times sad earth,we all pray the People are cared for in their time of need, all I can do is pray, & say thank you for what we have, life does'nt always play fair does it' Have a good Andre' day, if its bad it has to get better; Jeanine Ann to Cotton from Jasper a big happy miow, poor Cotton there is nothing worse than knowing your beloved cat is in pain, & they can not understand why. my heart to your heart, I know how you are both feeling;
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Hi everyone, hi FAY, u can repeat it because u're right! no, he's not God, but his messenger and yes, our love for Andre did this. i can fully understand the words: 'you raise me up'! my life is changed: i never even dreamed of having such loving and caring friends from over the world and i LOVE YOU ALL!
JEANINE ANN, you must be up and working since at least 6 am, i'm always counting and 'translating' the hours for my time zone.
MIOW for Cotton, hope the kitty is better and in no pain!
SHIRLEY, prayers are being said in this part of the world too, strong thoughts are sent that everything be back to normal and thanks that you SURVIVED the disaster!
JUDITH, so good to see u back i hope everything is all right!
LOVE and HUGS to everybody from Eve.
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Hi Eve,
We are all Messengers of God if we choose to be! Andre perhaps just does it with more talent than we have at this time! I love him 'to bits', yet he's just a man.....albeit one with great talent and gifts on a humanitarian level! Hmm..mmm...loved seeing him in Melbourne....xoxo
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Memorial Day 2011
In memory of all those who died in service to their country.
"For as long as you remember me,
I am never entirely lost".
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'Ditto',
God bless UK Servicemen and Women...and those who stayed behind to re-build our Country! God bless the fighters, survivors, and those who stayed behind to re build! Without you, we are nothing!
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Hi all. I have just finished watching the Classic Brit Awards that I recorded from last night. What a wonderful show from start to finish. The presenter Myleen Klass did an excellent job.
Shirley Bassey was fabulous. Wow What a voice she has.
BUT Our Man What can I say. He made a
fabulous speach and he looked Magnificent in those wonderful checked trousers. Best part of a terrific Show
Am I biased ?!!!!
Hope all you dear people are well especially Shirley and our little feline friend Cotton xxx
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Happy Memorial Day America! May we never forget those who gave their lives for their country!
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To all my Andre friends who have been so kind & caring, I can't begin to tell you
how much we appreciate you. As I have told many of you, Dan & I are ok,
all we lost was about 5 days of electrical power. Many others in our town have lost
so much more. We have some family who have lost everything, but they are ok, they are alive.
Some of our friends we don't know about yet.
We did watch our Memorial service yesterday on TV.We didn't drive out there because of the traffic,
a lot of people coming into town just to see the President.
It is hard to get around anywhere anyway because of all the extra people
coming here to volunteer to help us, some from all over the US. Even some from Tuscaloosa,
Alabama who just had their own tornado days before. It's all very humbling.
This Memorial Day has taken on a new meaning for all of us in Joplin.
I do want to mention this, at our service yesterday, not only did the President speak
but several of our local clergymen. One in particular, a young man, touched me very deeply,
& I think his message would apply to all of us. He was speaking of the tragedies in
all of our lives & I would like to try tell a bit of what he said.(quote)
"The question that weighs on us all at times of tragedy, WHY. We do not have answers,
God did not cause this to happen. It happened because
life on this side of eternity is chaotic.These are beyond our power to control. How we
respond when the storm strikes is up to us. How we live in the aftermath of tragedy & heartache,
that's within our control. And it's in these moments, through our actions, that we often see the glimpse
of what makes life worth living in the first place"
This is only a small part of what he said but his words were very touching. It does seem that tragedies
in our lives do draw people closer together. Maybe there is a lesson in them. Maybe we can become a more
compassionate & caring person to those around us. I remember our 9-11, I remember a day in Australia,
now called Black Saturday. these touched me in ways never before & I realized that we are all
living on this planet together. Andre Rieu has bought so many of us together in ways he'll never really know.
Would we ever have "met" if not for him? To all of you I have or have not actually met, I say THANK YOU.
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Shirley, it's good to hear from you - and know that you're here at God's will...
I remember Black Saturday (& other bushfires in the many years prior in Victoria),including the Lara bush fires, the Macedon bushfires)..I remember those I have lost, those who suffered, & those who survived.
We go on sweetie, and we move forward. The pain stays for a while yet the memory never fades. The pain of suffering becomes less, the 'life' of the lost keeps burning in our hearts.
Keep strong, so that you can help Others. xoxoxo
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GOD BLESS YOU, SHIRLEY! and GOD BLESS THAT YOUNG MAN! maybe i had to live 59 years to understand something i did not understand before, something that came from thousands of miles away. and now i know that it was not by accident that i got those emails with the music and found Andre Rieu and the blog and all of you! Andre's mission is to bring us all together, as you said people on this one planet that we can call home where we should all be sisters and brothers.
THANK YOU SHIRLEY!
GOD BLESS AMERICA!
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My dear Shirley, I don't really know what to say except Clyde and I love you and Dan and we are so thankful that you are still with us. We love your family and we pray for them and for all the people of Joplin who lost family, home, pets and for those who still do not know if their friends and families are alive. We here on the blog are a family and when one is hurting we all hurt. When one is happy we are all happy for them. When one or more needs prayers we pray for them. When one grieves we all grieve. We have all been given a gift of being able to share in one another's joy and sorrows. All of this is possible because of one man who has made us family and he is Andre Rieu. Hugs always to you Shirley and to Dan.
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Hi Shirley, Thank you for this, it is very moving, the message from the young man makes us take a step back, and to look at things around us and find they are not to bad compared to others and also finding this blog a source of friendship and love even though we don't know each other face to face.It is wonderful to find a group of people united through a talented and caring man who can make days special and uplifts spirits. hugs and luv Ruth
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Shirley, I'm glad to know that you are OK. Words aren't always enough in these circumstances. You have survived and I'm sure you are grateful - I'm also sure that you ask 'why me?".
I remember the Lara Bushfires of 1969, Ash Wednesday 1983 and Black Saturday 2009. I remember losing friends, I remember friends wishing they'd not survived because they had lost loved ones or immediate neighbours. I remember how everyone I knew just rallied around...I remember the fear of those who didn't know where their loved ones were at the time, and the strength & tenacity of those who lost....and how they challenged themselves to move forward. God bless you and help you to help others round you in need! xo
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Dear SHIRLEY,
I would love to share these words with you and all our friends on the blog:
YOUR FRIENDSHIP IS SPECIAL TO ME
It's a hand outstretched in kindness whenever I'm in need,
A gentle word of comfort or a thoughtful little deed...
Someone to share the bad times with and enjoy good times too,
Someone to support my DREAMS and help me to see them through...
A friendly voice I like to hear at any time of day,
An understanding ear when there are things I need to say...
SHIRL,I value your friendship and those of everybody on the blog. What a wonderful,loving and supportive group of friends we all are. THANK YOU ANDRé, IT IS ALL BECAUSE OF YOU!!!
Love and hugs to all of you!!
Deirdré and Lulu xxx
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Dear sweet SYLVIA,
Please tell Keith that my new teddy will be called RISA(after your mother). It is a beautiful name and she just loved it!!! Risa wants to know when the teddies are coming to visit .She made me buy lots of Hot Chocolate!! It is now WINTER in South Africa and bitterly cold. Thank you for your warm love to see us through the cold! Hugs from Deirdré and Risa xxxxx
HI JOSE,
My bags are packed and I'm ready to go!! See you soon!! I would love to see the pheasants,woodpeckers,blackbirds and off course you!! Hugs and luv u 2 !
Sweet JEANINE ANN,
You, Clyde and Cotton are constantly in our prayers. You are our family on the blog and the blog-family love you all so much. We all care about you and hope that our blog-kitty gets well soon! All the blog kitties and teddies send lots of love and hugs. GET WELL SOON COTTON!!! WE ALL LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!xx
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HI Deirdre' i'm sending you here a lot of warm hugs to warm u up and keep you warm!
when i can't stand the cold and the winter anymore i try to imagine that i'm on a tropical island, lying in the warm sun, with my feet in the water drinking some tropical-fruit juice. most tell u, it never helps, but i keep on trying.
lot of love to you and warm, even hot hugs!
Eve
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I cannot think of anything to add to what you have all put on the blog,[why or where did that word come from] I specially love your words Shirley,"For as long as you remember me" that is a statement eh, & we all remember differently, but we do remember, & that is what is important, where would we be without those memories, while ever you have a person in your heart they are never lost, sorrow is with us always, & I believe its how we all share that sorrow that is important, I say no more, just play Andre's music for peace & tranquility; better than all the pills in this world;
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Fay, I have found the cd YOU'LL NEVER WALK ALONE most comforting.
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I have trouble with that website too Helen.
The links in it rarely work as far as I can see. They occasionly send me entries to competitions etc, but I've never once been able to get the link to work to enter one.
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Hello Jeanine Ann hope Cotton and Clyde are okay, cotton still recovering butIm sure the love you show helps the healing process, it s great to know that Shirley is alright and that we are all thinking about each other on the blogg its like Bill says we are all a really happy family together. take care of yourself and the family on the blog as you usually do luv and hugs
Margaret xxxx
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Hi Jill & Helen,
Getting a response from Universal ain't easy either, which is why I took a punt sending a message to the Official site.
Andre posted such a lovely message thanking his Aussie fans on that site, but no posts about the Concerts because of this, and that's a shame. Jan
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Hi Jan McG. Today, when I put my email address in the top & entered it, the code came up in the bottom Human comment section. I thought GREAT! alas, NO again. The code has thick & thin letters & numbers - thick does not mean capital or thin lower case, or vice versa and all lower case doesn't work either!!! It's beyond my limited brain capacity. It's still pot luck if anyone gets through to AR's Aussie Universal site.
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Dear all!
The Daily Express has a special offer today. Andre Rieu live at the Forest National Arena, Brussels! 3 days from £229. Return coach travel from the local arena. Return Channel crossings. 2nights bed and Continental breakfast accommodation at a good quality hotel. A
seated ticket to see Andre (ticket upgrades available). Return hotel to venue coach transfers. Visits to central Brussels and Bruges. The services of a Tour Manager. Phone (0871) 988 8324 quoting Advert Code EXP
orf book online at www.newmarket.travel/expBye for now. Hugs from Sylvia & family
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Hello Sylvia,
Thank you for info. on Brussels trip with Newmarket.
My daughter works as a free-lance tour manager for many tour companies.Last year I suggested she tell Newmarket that it would be a good thing to take people to Holland for Andre's concerts.
She accompanied one of 62 coaches to LG arena in April.On that night she gave out " flyers" to her people about the Brussels trip.I did think of going myself but have not done anything about it.I would be interested to hear if anyone else on the blog would like to go.I will soon be counting down the days til Maastricht!!
love from Brenda
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Hi Shirley, I am so glad to read your comment again, happy that you are o.k. I am not often on the computer here, so I have not read everything, I might catch up when I am home again. Wish you and your home town all the best and I did pray for you all.
Jeanine Ann I also pray for Cotton, the poor cat has suffered enough. I hope she has not cancer.
Lots of greetings from Halle, Saale where I am at the moment!
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Thank you so much Inge. We have an appointment today at 4:30 to see why her mouth is so swollen. I am scared to death but we must find out and be sure she has no pain. I don't know what I would do without my friends here. Love and hugs
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Jeanine Ann,
I will be keeping my fingers crossed for you and Cotton.Hope it's not bad news.I once had 4 cats - they all had to be PTS over the years.Very sad when that happens but they had a good life ( 1 was 19 yrs old).
with love from Brenda(fellow cat-lover)
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Dear all!
I have often heard people talk about an American girl called Jackie Evancho who is supposed to have a lovely singing voice, well QVC UK (shopping Channel) have got her on their channel performing live 9am and 1pm Wed. 8 June and 3pm Thur. 9 June.
Bye for now. Sylvia & family
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Dear SHIRLEY So good to hear from you that you are bearing up under such difficult circumstances. I think I speak for everyone here on the blog when I say we feel so helpless being so far away. All we can offer is moral support and I do hope yourself and everyone else in Joplin can feel that. Just please close your eyes for a second and imagine us willing things to get better for you. Thinking of you now with much love. Keep smilin girl xxxx
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oh, Jeanine Ann, i'm so sorry You have to go through it all over again! i would like to help and i can't, saying prayers and thinking of you is what i do now and hope that Kitty will get better and will be in no pain!
love, Eve
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Sweet JEANINE ANN,
We are praying for you and our Cotton. Please let us know what the vet said. Love from you family on the blog!!xx
SHIRLEY,
YOU'LL NEVER WALK ALONE is one of my favorites! I love "Elizabethan Serenade" and "Moonlight Sonata", brilliant!!
FAY,
It is very cold in South Africa but luckily we have friends with warm hearts on the blog!
EVE and RUTH,
Tomorrow is ROOT CANAL DAY!!! Me Ipod with André music will be turned on full blast!
SYLVIA, Risa loves listening to André's music while I am typing away on the blog! hugs to the teddies:Risa
Wishing all a lovely evening filled with lots of Rieully fabulous music!!
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http://youtu.be/SBoQNHGJvKw
Hi dear friends
100 years ago today the Titanic was launched xx
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Jeanine Ann I will be with you in my prayers all day reguardless of the outcome, life is not kind when your feline child is ill; OOOH Sylvia I wish I lived close to that offer, I would be there with bells on; Shirley That is such a beautiful cd, I also love You Raise Me Up, I have too 100 beautiful Melodies this is the one I take to vinnies it keeps both myself & customers happy, I know I love all all the cds we have [40]we have a few that came with dvds as compilations 7 I think; like Sylvia I always wonder why we hear little of Andre' via the radio or tv, we get the odd interview If He is here, one we had on 60 minutes, Sonia Kruger went to Maastricht & I think its possibly the best I have seen or heard, I think the reason why is Andre' has no scandal or nastiness attached to Himself or family, or the whole circus as He sometimes calls them, now if He had an affair or some scandal then we would hear all about that, sadly the media & papers mostly look for bad news; Jill are you speaking about The Australian website of Andre' i can never seem to get into that I gave even trying 12 months ago, I go to Andre' Rieu .com & here I have tried others but not to my satisfaction, here we all are FRIENDS to me thats so precious & I thank all of you for being My friend, there is a saying To have a friend you must be a friend, a big mouthfull eh; !!!
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Dearest Risa,
Sorry it is so cold where you are, though I bet your fur keeps you warm and Deirdre's laugh as well. We teddies here saw Papa Keith sneak into the sitting room where Mama Sylvia had
fallen asleep and put a dark red rose he
had grown near her. The scent is over-
poweringly beautiful. He has crept downstairs back into the garden with
Isadore bear. We are all watching over mama while she sleeps. We are
watching a lovely old film called "Can Can" with Maurice Chevalier, Frank Sinatra and Shirley MacLaine. It is a
pity mama isn't awake as this is one of
her favourite films. Bye Risa from
Theodore, Grandma, Grandma, Horatio,
Grisham, Hermione, etc. with love
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