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  • September 30, 2011 Jill B wrote:
    Maureen! How astute are you? Fancy noticing Andre was holding the violin in his right hand. I'm impressed.
    Happy October everyone. I hope Shirley is feeling a little better. We miss you Shirley.
    Audrey I hope you have a better month too.
  • October 1, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Sweet JEANINE ANN,

    This is sooooo beautiful!!!!Oh I am falling in love with André and his beautiful music every day of my life!!!Ha-ha I think a lot of women have fallen for him! Didn't you too 'fall' for him in Reading!? Thank you for a beautiful October Guestbook. Love xx

    TO ALL ANDRé RIEU FANS AND FRIENDS,

    May October month bring you joy,happiness,peace and laughter and may each day be filled with Rieully beautiful music! HAPPY OCTOBER!!

    Love and hugs: Deirdré Krüger (South Africa) xxxx
  • October 1, 2011 Marie Simpson wrote:
    hello ,i hope you are having a good day. i just saw a photo of Andre holding his birthday cake,and was wondering if this was this years picture.?
    1. October 2, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Hi Marie where did you see the picture. Hugs and Luv Ruth
      1. October 2, 2011 Marie Simpson wrote:
        hi Ruth, i saw the picture from someone in facebook.the person is an acquaintance not close friend.dont want to mention names.hugs to you.
        1. October 4, 2011 Ruth wrote:
          Hi Marie, Thank you and I do understand Hugs and Luv Ruth
  • October 1, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi All, We are now in October only a few more weeks before we go to Brussels and see our wonderful man, wonder how many will be going, can you imagine a coach or coaches full of Andre fans, I have told Becci if this will not convert her nothing will.Hugs and Luv Ruth
  • October 1, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi All, It is 10.30am in the UK. I have just voted for Andre, he is in 1st place 11 more votes than Michael Jackson. Come on girls and boys keep voting. Hugs and Luv Ruth
  • October 1, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
    Hello Jeanine Ann, yes I have fallen in love with the Autumn photo of Andre as always you come up with just the right photo each month xx Margaret
  • October 1, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Hi my dear friends
    Oh my goodness on a day like today it is just so good to be alive. It has been the hottest October day In UK on record
    My son took me for a drive and lunch in an area on our doorstep called The New Forest which consists of acres and acres of heathland and has just been made into a National Park.There are ponies, horses and cattle roaming free. It dates back to the Iron Age I believe. Loads of picnic areas. Everyone we saw today was happy and smiling. We had a lovely lunch outside in a pub garden
    Then tonight we have had a BBQ in the garden. What a life. And it is His Gorgeousnesses Birthday. Happy happy happy me
    Better go now and sit with my family
    Lots of love to you all xxxxxx
  • October 1, 2011 Marlene Warren wrote:
    It feels very "fall" outside. I love the fall time of year, it's my favorite. Cooler, calmer, and I just love it. Have a great October everyone.
  • October 1, 2011 Judith wrote:
    What a Beautiful way to start October 1ST with non other than the Birthday Boy and Autumn leaves. Love is in the air
  • October 1, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Jeanine Ann please tell your Sister ,Prayers are being said for Her & to take them with Her tomorrow;we are back to rain & wind almost back to winter not much spring in NSW, so I am off to My electric Blanket with Sir Jasper &A dvd, Have a good Andre' Day all;
    1. October 1, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Thank you Fay, I will do that.  Take care of yourself.  It is cold here too.  Fleece sheets and blankets tonight.  Love to Narelle and Jasper. 

    2. October 2, 2011 Audrey Hecht wrote:
      thank you so much. I know that God will keep me in his care tomorrow. Thanks for all the love and support here.
      Audrey
  • October 2, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
    Hi everyone weather is glorious again today, we call it an Indian summer, I hope it will go on for a while yet, but I still love Christmas, and hope we have some snow my grandchildren are praying for it.luv and hugs xx
  • October 2, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi Jeanine Ann, Just to let you know I will be thinking of your sister and of course yourselves for tomorrow and hope all goes well. Hugs and Luv Ruth
  • October 2, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Dear Audrey,

    We are thinking of you tomorrow. We pray that God will bless the surgeon's hands. We pray and believe in the healing power of the Lord. You are in our prayers always! Hugs from all of us! Deirdré xxx
    1. October 2, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Thank you Ruth and Deirdre and all who are praying for my sis.  Will let you know probably tomorrow evening or Tuesday morning how everything went.  God Bless you all for caring.  Hugs

      1. October 2, 2011 Eve wrote:
        JEANINE ANN,

        I am with my friends here and my thoughts with you and AUDREY there, in America, I am praying to the Good Lord that everything goes well and Audrey will be healed!

        Take care, my Darling, I love you so much!

        Eve
        1. October 3, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
          Sweet Eve, thank you so much.  Will let you know.  Love you too!

      2. October 3, 2011 Alta Knell wrote:
        Jeanine Ann, is it your sister that is ill? I will also pray that God's will be done. If His love is spread over the world and amongst people that didn't even know each other - we will be bind by His love. Carry your whole organization with Andre and Marjory as well as their children and the whole of the Johan Strauss Orchestra with my prayers. I can also say that I am in love with Andre and his Orchestra and their beautiful music. Always very soothing and calming for the spirit. I hope I said it right because I'm a bit struggling with the English. Love you all!! and God loves you!!!!
  • October 3, 2011 Mary wrote:
    Hi all
    Already October - time flies. For some countries it is fall for us here in South Africa it is Spring, but again very cold and rainy and strong winds the last few days.
    Jeanine Ann - Thanks for the beautiful photo! Hope Audrey will be fine today. We pray that God will bless her and thinking of you.
    Happy October. Blessings and love
    and happiness and beautiful MUSIC! to all.
    Love
    Mary xxx
    1. October 3, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Hi Mary, thank you for your kind thoughts for Audrey.  I am sure she will be fine and I will be sure to let you and everyone know.  Love and hugs

  • October 3, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Hi Jeanine Ann.Thinking about your dear sister Audrey today and hoping all goes well. Sisters are sooo special as are girlfriends. With all of us girlfriends rooting for her she has just got to be ok. Please give her a hug from me
    Lots of love xxxxxx
    1. October 3, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Thank you Josephine for your kind thoughts.  I will be sure to let you know how she does.  Love and hugs to you.

  • October 3, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    ALL AUSTRALIAN FANS!!!

    Watch the André Rieu TV SERIES PREMIERE on October, 8 at 7 pm (AEDT),Stvdio. On the Australian TV Week NSW 8 October.
    Thank you for the information Anita Nadj.
  • October 3, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Dear Audrey,

    We pray and believe that all went well and wish you a speedy recovery after the operation. Hugs from all your friends! xx
    1. October 3, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Thank you my sweet Deirdre.  Will let you know right away when I hear anything.  Love and hugs to you. zozozo

  • October 3, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    SOUTH AFRICAN FANS!!!

    Cinema Live brings André Rieu captured live in his hometown of Maastricht, The Netherlands to cinema. Please follow the link. BOOKINGS are NOW OPEN and starts on FRIDAY 14 OCTOBER until THURSDAY 20 OCTOBER in most theaters around the country. LINK: www.sterkinekor.com
    SEE YOU THERE!!! Don't miss out, it is going to be Rieully Magical!!

    From: Deirdré in South Africa xxx
  • October 3, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Thanks DEIRDRE'we have been fortunate with the studio channel usually each Sunday they have an Andre' dvd showing, this weekend it was Mirusia's featured one, Always & Forever, thats a lovely title eh?, I have kept a few favorites on the IQ box, even though I have the discs, save wearing them out Ha Ha, I am so waiting for the new one to come; I must comment om the beautiful Prose on the birthday site I do hope Andre' can take time out to read them, one can really feel the words from you lovely talented ladies;
  • October 3, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    I just want to thank everyone for all the prayers and good wishes for my sister Audrey.  Her surgery went well and the lymph nodes were clean.  So depending on the pathology report on Thursday she should only need the one week of radiation which is good news.  She is on her way home as we speak.  Next Tuesday she will have a mammosite (don't know if the term is spelled right) and will have little radiation pellets inserted into that balloon twice a day for 7 days.  So right now we are very pleased and the doctor seems very positive about the prognosis.  So thanks again my friends.  Will let you know the pathology report on Thursday.  Love and hugs.
    1. October 4, 2011 Maureen Hunter wrote:
      This is encouraging news for Audrey and her family, I am so happy for you all xxxx
    2. October 4, 2011 Jean wrote:
      Hello Jeanine Ann so pleased to hear the good news regarding your sister. We will still praying for her that the radiation will work for her. Please give her my heart felt love and a hug,
      Cheers, Jean
    3. October 5, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
      Jeanine Ann Ive onlyjust rea your message about your sister Audry and I am really pleased for you wishing she gets completely well soon luv and hugs Margaret
      1. October 5, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
        Thank you Margaret.   I am sure she will be fine.  We will get the pathology report tomorrow but I think she will only need radiation for one week.  Will keep you informed.  Thank you for your kind wishes for her.  Hugs to you

  • October 4, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Sounds good to me Jeanine Ann, a little prayer goes a long way, where would we be without Faith, I know I personally would be lost, please tell Audrey we will send our prayers email; I have to share this I received a card today from a sweet caring person as a note, on the cover is God on High saying to an Angel but I am Omnipresent, the angel on the cloud is saying thats not enough You must have a web site as well; enough from me sweet Andre' dreams;
  • October 4, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Dear Jeanine Ann, Thank you for the news with regards to Audrey. Hope thinks go well on Thursday, I am still thinking of you both. Hugs and Luv Ruth
  • October 4, 2011 Mary wrote:
    Dear Jeanine Ann
    I am glad to hear that the prognoses on Audrey is not that bad. Will still pray for her speedy recovery and thinking of you.
    Deirdre - Thanks for the info on Andre's concert in the cinemas. Luckily we are in Cape Town for that week, so we can go! (yahoo!)
    The best to all and enjoy our lovely Andre!
    Love
    Mary xxx
  • October 4, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    http://youtu.be/IrMBDYrqDaA

    Hi Folks. This is absolutely great
    Andre's girls are so talented
    Hope you enjoy
    Lotsaluv xxxxxxxx
  • October 4, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Hi Audrey,

    I am so glad that all went well! You are always in our prayers and I wish you a speedy recovery!

    JOSé,

    Thank you for the link girl! I wonder if André forgot about Maastricht!!?? He is visiting so many beautiful countries and keeps on adding more to his list!

    SWEET JEANINE ANN,

    ONLY 46 DAYS TO GO TO YOUR MAGICAL CONCERT WITH ANDRé RIEU, THE MAESTRO HIMSELF!!! Oh Hap Hap Happy Days!!! :
  • October 4, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Sweet EVIE and JEAN

    Do you perhaps know whose BIRTHDAY is on SUNDAY 9 OCTOBER!!!??? Ooooohhhhh you better remember cause that crazy chick just loves birthdays!!!Luv xx
  • October 4, 2011 Marlene Warren wrote:
    Very happy that Audrey has such a good outcome and report!
    Give her my love and tell her she did good!


  • October 4, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Deirdre' are you going to the movies to see our lovely Man, you will love Him on the big screen, have ordered my new dvd from Ovation it won't be available until the end of the month, thats ok, as the cd is on its way but that takes time from The Netherlands; Jeanine Ann Andre' has not put any tweets on since the end of His Maastricht concerts, has He forgotten us????, I have gone back to voting for Him & note He is still No.1 which is great, I sent those people an email asking how can a dead person be "Person Of The Year" they did'nt answer, Ha Ha;
  • October 5, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
     I moved these from the September Guest Book so that you could keep enjoying them through October!!

     


     
    Here is Wiener Festwalzer!!!



    1. October 6, 2011 Jean Wallis wrote:
      Dear Jeanine Ann, thank you so much for thinking of us, you are such a caring person. I did play them again and for a few minutes was transported to 'another' place.
      Love and hugs, have a wonderful day, and love to Audrey.
      Cheers, Jean
  • October 5, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Jeanine Ann thank you those video clips are so beautiful, the musics not bad either Ha Ha, I love the photo of Andre' in a dark suit holding His violin, I can see His Son Marc in that picture, can anyone please tell this uneducated person what the word DIRIGENT means, ??also it was on the DVD Romance that Andre' speaks about the list His Dad gave Him that has Adagio on it because of the violin solo, He would so love the above I think because the violin does sound so lovely, hurry on mr postman with my cd
    1. October 6, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Hi Fay, De Dirigent means The Conductor.  We will have all the synopses of the book on shortly.  I have been busy trying to get some past due articles on and then with my sister I am really behind in my work here.  Any other questions, please ask us.  Deirdre knows too because she is translating.  My CD has been shipped also so I am waiting but not patiently haha.  Love to Narelle and Jasper!!  Hugs

  • October 6, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Oh thank you so much for the music sweet JEANINE ANN,

    The more I listen to Wiener Festwalzer, the more I love it. The new CD/DVD is going to be fantastic!! Please let us know the outcome of Audrey's pathology report. We know and pray that all will be well. Thank you for being there for your sis, and for us!! YOU ARE AN ANGEL!!! Love you sweet girl xxx

    MY JOSé,

    Did you get my photo of Kimmy,Mirusia and Kalki doing the cha-cha!? All of these songs will be on the DVD: "And The Waltz Goes On!" Next year all of us will do the cha-cha in Maastricht!! Ooooohhh I can't wait!! Hugs xxx

    SWEET FAY,

    Hope that you could put the electric blanket away!? I cannot wait to see André on the big screen. I just know that it is going to be magical! Can I take banners with, do you think he will notice them!!?? Ha-ha, I soooo wish you could come with us to Maastricht. Jean and I are going to throw all our inhibitions overboard and go flat out for André!! Hopefully Bob will capture all our excitement and adventures on camera. Love to Nelly and sandpaper kisses to Jasper. xxx

    JOSé, EVIE and JEAN,

    Whose BIRTHDAY is on Sunday 9 October!!!?? Some lucky and nutty André fan is celebrating her birthday in the same month as our gorgeous André! Ain't she lucky!?

    Our André is in Mexico.I bet that they are going to have so much fun! We wish them a wonderful time!

    MAY ALL OF YOU HAVE A SUPER DAY FILLED WITH MAGICAL MUSIC PLAYED BY A GORGEOUS MAN ON A VIOLIN! xxx
  • October 6, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Oh thank you so much for the music sweet JEANINE ANN,

    The more I listen to Wiener Festwalzer, the more I love it. The new CD/DVD is going to be fantastic!! Please let us know the outcome of Audrey's pathology report. We know and pray that all will be well. Thank you for being there for your sis, and for us!! YOU ARE AN ANGEL!!! Love you sweet girl xxx

    MY JOSé,

    Did you get my photo of Kimmy,Mirusia and Kalki doing the cha-cha!? All of these songs will be on the DVD: "And The Waltz Goes On!" Next year all of us will do the cha-cha in Maastricht!! Ooooohhh I can't wait!! Hugs xxx

    SWEET FAY,

    Hope that you could put the electric blanket away!? I cannot wait to see André on the big screen. I just know that it is going to be magical! Can I take banners with, do you think he will notice them!!?? Ha-ha, I soooo wish you could come with us to Maastricht. Jean and I are going to throw all our inhibitions overboard and go flat out for André!! Hopefully Bob will capture all our excitement and adventures on camera. Love to Nelly and sandpaper kisses to Jasper. xxx

    JOSé, EVIE and JEAN,

    Whose BIRTHDAY is on Sunday 9 October!!!?? Some lucky and nutty André fan is celebrating her birthday in the same month as our gorgeous André! Ain't she lucky!?

    Our André is in Mexico.I bet that they are going to have so much fun! We wish them a wonderful time!

    MAY ALL OF YOU HAVE A SUPER DAY FILLED WITH MAGICAL MUSIC PLAYED BY A GORGEOUS MAN ON A VIOLIN! xxx
    1. October 6, 2011 Eve wrote:
      OK, DEIRDRE, You Nutty Amazon, I give up!

      It's your birthday, only, I'm afraid, I ran out of ideas (poem etc.)so, I don't know ...
      BUT... just in case, check the blog, check your email, check your fridge, no, not that.
      There may be some goodies.

      You know, whenever I look into those blue blue eyes, I say to myself: hey, His Gorgeousness knows how to make us overwhelmingly happy, so there's a role model (and not the only one!).

      And then I have some other sources of inspiration as well, but, I'll stop here!
      May have already said too much!!

      Love you, Girl!
      Take care!

      Eve
  • October 6, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
    Hello Jeanine Anne, thank you for the stunning videos of Andre, absolutely adore them and they give me lots of pleasure, I cant thank you enough.
    I would just like to mention on another note, I am not getting my Emails through and I have to print my name here now where before it was always printed for me, all I had to do was put in the security code, I have also asked Sally about this but of course she is inundated and also she is not too well, I know you too are also busy but could you help me here please luv and hugs Margaretxxx
  • October 6, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
    Hello Jeanine Ann, thank you for the lovely videos of Andre, they are lovely to watch and to listen to, and thank you for putting me back on the blog so quickly luv and hugs Margaret xx
  • October 6, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
    Hello Jeanine Ann thank you for putting on the videos of Andre again, they are wonderful to listen to and watch, luv and hugs Margaret
    1. October 6, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      You are quite welcome Margaret.  Everyone loves these videos so much so I thought we may as well keep on enjoying them throughout October.  Hugs to you

  • October 6, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Hello all my dear friends
    Autumn is well and truly with us now in UK
    A very good excuse,if one was ever needed to snuggle up in the warm ,glass of wine in hand, candles flickering,floating away to dreamland with you know who. His Gorgeousness.
    The new DVD looks as though it is going to be fabulous.Can't wait for it to arrive. The 3 girls dancing the Charleston is wonderful. I wonder why Andre needs to have guests when his JSO are all so talented.
    I do hope your sister AUDREY is feeling ok Jeanine Ann. Please give her a hug from me
    Oh well, while I wait for my DVD I shall enjoy the little snippets on youtube. Thankyou for the lovely pictures Deirdre
    Off to stay with a friend tomorrow . Just for one night.
    Hope you are all well and happy my friends xxxxxxx
  • October 6, 2011 Steve W wrote:
    Well, the CD (And the Wa;tz goes on) arrived 2 days ago, and the DVD yesterday, they are EXCELLENT without a shadow of a doubt, now looking forward to the next one,which has to be Maastricht 2011 surely, also have the remastered New Year Concert 'on order'
    1. October 7, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
      Oh wow Steve,
      You are so fortunate to have the CD and DVD! We are still waiting. I just knew that they were going to be superb!
      1. October 7, 2011 Steve W wrote:
        Lucky indeed, couldn't really afford them, but what the heck! ordered from Andre's website, I think they have sent them out early to members.
  • October 6, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Thanks for that translation Jeanine Ann you do so much, when do you have time to have a life, plus you are owned by your Putty tats, but it's nice to be owned, my Jasper gives me so much love & trust, I have been reading the last 2 nights & last night Jasper got into my wardrobe & sat on the tv as much as to say I want Andre'he is so funny,he can pick the difference between Andre' playing to someone else, I know this reads funny but its true, Last night I tested & played nothing but Narelle put on a dvd & He left me in one big hurry; have a lovely Andre' Day ;
  • October 6, 2011 Maureen D. wrote:
    Oh Jeanine Ann such beautiful videos, love His Gorgeousness in pink,the more photos the better for me.
    This site is wonderful, each day to read, look and listen. Thankyou for everything you do, we do appreciate it.
  • October 7, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Good mornin my dear friends.I hope this finds you well and happy. I want to tell you about the dream I had last night

    I was in a huge field after spending a day on the beach. There were a lot of people there and rows of individual shower cubicles. It came to my turn and I went into the cubicle and began taking a shower. I looked up and there was a tall man walking past my cubicle. I could only see his head and shoulders.It was ANDRE. He went into a cubicle opposite mine and I could still see his head and shoulders above the cubicle. I came out after dressing and there was a full length mirror and Andre was sitting on a stool in front of it. I checked in the mirror to see how I looked and began chatting to Andre.
    I looked to my left and saw a beautiful little village nestling in a valley. The houses were like Austrian chalets. They were covered in snow and lights were twinkling in the windows. I said to Andre.'Doesn't a scene like that make you feel glad to be alive. He nodded and smiled that beautiful smile. He said 'If you go into the village please go to a shop called Leiber and tell them I will meet them at the bottom of the hill. We said our goodbyes and a bit later a man came to me with a piece of torn paper in his hand. On it I read. 'To the girl on the beach. Nice to talk to you. Yes it is good to be alive. Don't ever forget that. Hope you enjoy the concert
    Love ANDRE xx' Well I just screamed and screamed and woke up screaming

    I wonder what that all means
    I think the contrast of the beach and the snow is because I read about Andre recording his Christmas Concert on a boiling hot day
    What a dream If only it could come true

    Well my friends a dream that will come true is that I received an email this morning saying my DVD is winging it's way to me La la de da
    have a super duper day y'all
    Lots of love and warm sunny hugs xxxxx
    1. October 7, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Oh Deirdre, What a lovely dream....Think I would have asked for an autograph at least......may be a kiss......as we say we can but dream........ Hugs and luv Ruth P
    2. October 8, 2011 Eve wrote:
      JOSEPHINE! I mean JOSEPHINE, WHAT A DREAM!

      So, you finally got what I wanted: lucid dreaming. Or was it a lucid dream? And if it wasn't it must have come as a special gift sent by the one you love (we love, oh!) so much!
      You can't know. In a dream we break loose from this material world, we are free, and dreams and dreams (or rather individuals) can meet in other dimensions, or so I like to think.
      Anyway, it must have been wonderful!

      Love you, Girl, so much, take care and dream!!

      Eve
  • October 7, 2011 Mary wrote:
    Dear friends
    Jeanine Ann - Thanks for the nice photos! Please give my love and a Big Hug to Audrey.
    Deirdre - Ek wonder wie verjaar Sondag! Will contact you and thanks for the nice photos - it's lovely. Will show them to the family. We are all animal lovers.
    I think I am a bit weird, because I sometimes care and worry more about the animals than the people - they cant look after themselves. We must look after the children, old and sick people and animals.
    Looking forward to all the new Dvd's and Cd's from Andre!
    To all - Enjoy your week-end and take care.
    Love
    Mary xxx
    South Africa
  • October 7, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    Hi everyone, wanted to get this on earlier and my browser froze and I had to leave for a medical test.  My sister's pathology test was good news,  everything was negative so that means only one week of radiation.  We are all very happy about the news.  Thank you so much for your prayers and your kind thoughts.  She will be fine and will just be monitored a little more often than once a year.  Thank God for good results.  Hugs
    1. October 7, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Hi Jeanine Ann, What lovely news. Sending my luv to you all. Hugs and Luv Ruth P
    2. October 9, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
      Hello Jeanine Ann, Fantastic news god bless you and Audry so so pleased it is a worrying time but I too have been through it with my husband before I was on the blog everyone is so nice here when things go wrong and glad to be with you all with your ups and downs but really Jeanine Ann for you I am delighted with your good news luv and hugs xx Margaret.
  • October 7, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi All, I may be on the blog for a few weeks but will try and keep with what is going on. Hugs and Luv Ruth
    1. October 7, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Hi All, Should read... I may not be on the blog.... don't know where my brain is at the mo!!!!. Hugs and Luv Ruth
      1. October 8, 2011 Eve wrote:
        RUTH,

        I know it's not easy, but you'll get over it, it's gonna be fine!
        I'm thinking of you and praying that everything be fine!
        Love you to bits, my darling!!

        Eve
    2. October 8, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Hi Ruth,  will miss you.  I hope all is okay.  Love you much.  Hugs

  • October 7, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    To all my lovely friends,

    This has been one BEAUTIFUL day!!My birthday(which is on Sunday for those who do not yet know,ha-ha)started two days early! I received an elegantly wrapped gift from my other nutty friend in the UK! I kissed the postman half silly and jumped up and down with joy!!

    DEAR SWEET JOSé,

    THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH FOR THE GIFT MY DEAR FRIEND! I have been a good girl so far and have not ye topened it. But the suspense and excitement is killing me softly!! Aaaahhhh this is my first birthday on the blog and it is wonderful!!! It is soooooo nice to have friends like you. It makes my birthday even more fun. Thank you once again my daffodil! Luv u 2 death xxxx

    Liewe Mary,

    Kan nie wag om André op 14 Oktober op die groot skerm te sien nie! Dit is my verjaarsdag geskenk aan myself en ek droom dat dit ook André se geskenk is aan my! Geniet jou tydjie in die Kaap!

    Dear FAY,

    My Lulu and Emery also love listening to André! They have very good taste. The postman was very kind to me today and brought me a gift from Josephine. When I asked him about my André stamps he got a bit nervous and promised that he would ask around and search for them. Jean mailed them to me about six weeks ago and I am still waiting!!BET HE GAVE THEM TO HIS WIFE!? Hugs to you and Jasper xx

    MAY ALL OF YOU ENJOY A WONDERFUL WEEKEND WITH LOTS OF GLORIOUS ANDRé MUSIC!! xx
    1. October 7, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Hi Deirdre, I recieved the 2 CD'S New Years Eve Concert a couple of Days ago so have chilled out this evening listening to them, they are great, although there seemed a difference to them but I really enjoyed them, at the mo watching Champagne Melodies so I can chill even more. I hope your Andre stamps arrive soon, I have didn't think there were such stamps please let us know what they are like!!!!. Hugs and Luv Ruth
  • October 7, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Jeanine Ann that is such great news about Audrey, you all must be really thanking that Great Person above, He always hears us, for this I am always grateful & never forget to say thank you, I will continue as I have a special little Prayer card, & of course my beads, I always think of Our Lady as a Good Friend, She has seen me through lots of sticky situations, I believe She even led Me to a Dvd when I was so ill,; Josephine WOW what a dream, it is funny how there are times we remember dreams so vividly that they are almost real & at other times on waking they just go??, I would love to have had yours, I had one ages ago in which Andre' was in The Priests sacristy when I opened the door to set up for Mass, where He said remind Father to say prayers, for ??? He then went on to say He was changing His name to The Silver Fox, {His hair was silvery] crazy dream I much prefere yours, I would like to dream of Him each night alas it just does'nt happen, for those of you who have Foxtels studio channel there are 2 programs this sunday , My Music My Life in the morning, & later in the evening Champagne Melodies, thats a first, have a great Andre' day ;
  • October 8, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Hot off the tv For all in Australia, Foxtels Studio Channel has at 12md. "And The Waltz Goes On" can you all imagine who th Artist is, yes its Our Beautiful Andre' The synopsis says Andre' takes us on a horse drawn carriage drive through Vienna,well worth watching I think all;
  • October 8, 2011 Tess wrote:
    Jeanine Ann, my work load has eased off a little and finally i am having time to myself, and am able to sift through my many photo's off Andre and the JSO, and to view the footage you sent me.... i spend many hours here in my study enjoying Andre & the JSO Orchestra, you are number One Jeanine Ann and everyone appreciates the many hours you put it to making this site to the standard it is. Thanks once again for all you have done for us. Tess Melbourne Australia
  • October 8, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Sweet JEANINE ANN,

    I am sooo happy for Audrey!!

    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE BEAUTIFUL BIRTHDAY FLOWERS!!! YOU ARE THE BEST MY SWEETIE SIS!! Love you to bits!! xx

    OH WOW MY FRIENDS,
    This is my first birthday on the blog and the best one ever!!I INVITE ALL OF YOU FOR CAKE AND TEA! ANDRé IS MY SPECIAL GUEST AND HE WILL ENTERTAIN US WITH HIS PRESENCE AND BEAUTIFUL WALTZES!! Oh a girl may still dream(sigh!)

    I wish you all a splendid weekend filled with love, laughter and lots of beautiful music!! Love & hugs xx

    OH SWEET EVIE,
    Not long to go my sweet! Time flies, you'll see!! Love u 2: Amazon xx
    1. October 8, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Hi my Sweet DEIRDRE!  So happy you liked the flowers.  I hope they will bloom beautifully for your special day!!    You deserve that and more.

      I am hopping on a plane and coming right down for cake and tea!!  Want to give you a big hug and meet your 'special guest'!!  Have a beautiful day my sweet.


       

  • October 8, 2011 Eve wrote:
    DEIRDRE,

    You are like champagne! (Veuve Cliquot!)
    It always goes to my head.
    But now you have laser-eyes? Hm ...

    OK, my smart-laser-girl, still one more day, that is a few more hours to go.
    And I wonder, can you be more bubbly on your birthday?! Can you sparkle more?!

    Love you to bits, Girl!

    Eve
  • October 8, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi All, Have just voted and Andre is 1 vote to being 1st again. Hugs and Luv Ruth P
  • October 8, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Hey Deirdre. Put the kettle on girl. I'm on my way. Save me a seat at the top table please.I'll help you blow out the candles
    I'll do all the washing up if you promise to let me sit next to your special guest !!!!. Have a hap hap happy day
    lots of love to all xxxxxxxx
  • October 8, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Oh ladies I hope none of you missed Andre's "The Waltz goes on" 2 3/4 hours I am in heaven, the waltz that Andre' & Frank wrote together is so lovely, I know its on the blog but on the tv its even better, & the one Sir Anthony wrote is almost as beautiful, if you missed it its on again tonight 12 midnight on foxtel's Studio, I won't tell you anymore as it will spoil the surprises, I don't know why but today there is so much on studio about The Waltz, its not either of The Strauss mens birthday????. Josephine, I have meant to tell you this & I keep forgetting, we have a programme On studio each friday, its called "The Treasures Of The Trust",it takes you to a different historical home each week, some of the homes in fact all are so interesting, this week we had Rudyard Kipling, what a sad life He had, I love this programme as I know I will never see them in person, the art work in some blows the cobwebs out of my brain, the furniture,even the paintings on some of the ceilings are equal to Schonbrunn; oh dear I am still so full of Andre' who needs pills or strong drink when you can get so many thrills from watching Music played by our lovely Man;
  • October 9, 2011 Eve wrote:
    FRIENDS,

    Just an outburst of LOVE: this MAN is the PERFECTION OF CREATION!

    ANDRE FOREVER!!

    Eve


     

  • October 9, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    OH WOW WHAT CAN I SAY!!!???

    You are the most awesome bunch of people!! Thank you so much for making my birthday so very special! I love my birthdays and always say that it cannot get any better, but this birthday is the cherry on my cake!I have happily added a million new laughter lines to my face during this year on the blog.This year I have laughed, cried, smiled, prayed and loved more than in my entire life. Oh soooo many mixed emotions that all of you brought forth in my life! I am blessed to be born on this day and age because I have met the most amazing people in the whole world! The love of André shines in each one of you. YOU ARE AWESOME AND I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART!!
    Thank you dear friends for making this a splendid day!!!

    Love and hugs: Deirdré, A woman oh so very much in love! xxxx
  • October 9, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    DEAR ANDRé RIEU,

    In this month I share my birthday with you. BUT I also share my life with the most amazing people in the world. They are the ANDRé RIEU FANS AND FRIENDS. Through your love and music you have brought them into my life. They share your passion, love and enthusiasm with every person that come their way. THANK YOU FOR BRINGING ALL THESE AMAZING PEOPLE INTO MY LIFE! I AM IN YOUR DEBT FOREVER! DON'T STOP PLAYING YOUR MUSIC, YOU HAVE MADE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE!

    Love from Deirdré in South Africa xxxx
  • October 9, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Deirdre' I second your posting, like you I have Met/ so many of this worlds beautiful caring people, now if only some of the worlds leaders who seem hell bent on war, if they could get an injection of Andre' into their lives we may get peace, eh what!!!! Eve I just love what you did for Deirdre' on the Birthday page, your scetches were super, but the one with Deirdre's photo & poem were heart thumping, you are very talented, I admire all you do & post,alas I can only draw M O Q cats, in my school days we had brown drawing books & chalk, to this day the feel of chalk makes my blood run cold; did anyone watch Andre's The Waltz goes on, on foxtel it was SUPER
  • October 9, 2011 Jill B wrote:
    Fay I'll make sure I watch The Waltz Goes On tonight. We've had a very busy few days and I missed it yesterday unfortunately.
  • October 10, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    EXCITING NEWS FOR UK FANS
    Newmarket Travel have announced coach holidays in UK to see Andre in DECEMBER 2012. What about that girls and boys?
    Andre in UK for Christmas Whoopee !!!!
    Got to rush out now. Talk later
    Love you all xxxxx
    1. October 10, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Wow Josephine another coach trip from the UK with Newmarket Travel to see Andre, think he is being noticed more here in the UK. Becci, Lillie and myself are going on Nov 10th to Brussels, the concert on the 11th, can't wait.....!!!!!!!.Time to relax and re-generate with all the hassel lately. Not sure yet of exact details...will have to remeber to ring them with new address when I know more. YIPEE Hugs and Luv Ruth
  • October 10, 2011 Mary wrote:
    Hi everyone!
    Good news!
    Maastricht 2012 concert dates - July 6,7,8 and 13,14,15. That is according to the article in Chapeau magazine.
    Deridre - Hope you enjoyed your brithday yesterday! Thanks for your e.mail and the news about the Andre Rieu movies. We are off to Cape Town on Wednesday - 16 hour drive - for 10 days.
    Love and happines to all!
    Love
    Mary xxx
  • October 10, 2011 Jean Wallis wrote:
    Hello all our Canadian Fans.
    HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Yes today is our thanksgiving day and we do have a lot to be thankful for indeed. We are having wonderful wather right now, sunny and hot, this is to be thankful for this time of the year for sure.(In Ontario)
    And of course the fact that Andre Rieu has brought all his fans together so we can enjoy him and each other.
    Have a wonderful day everyone, no matter where you live, everyday should be a source of thanksgiving just for the fact that each morning we wake up!!
    Love and hugs to you all, Jean x


     

    1. October 10, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Happy Thanksgiving Day to all our Canadian fans and friends!

       

  • October 10, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Happy Thanksgiving to all who are Celebrating this special day, its a day we hear about, but please what is the reason for this special day in your History??????. WE don't have a day like that, we have Australia Day when we celebrate just being Australian; JILL you will love "And The Waltz Goes On" watch Andre's hand when he receives A Special Award, enough said don't want to spoil your watching, I have watched twice, & the waltz that Andre' & Frank composed is Heavenly, & the many expressions on Andre's Face, have a great Andre' Day ;
  • October 11, 2011 Steve Williams wrote:
    UK..... TICKETS RELEASED FOR UK TOUR DECEMBER 2012
    BELFAST 10TH. GLASGOW 12TH. MANCHESTER 14TH. NEWCASTLE 15TH. LONDON 0 16TH. BIRMINGHAM 18TH.
  • October 11, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Good morning dear friends
    Can someone please help me out here 'cos I think I have lost the plot !!!!

    I ordered Wiener Feswalzer/And the waltz goes on DVD from Andre's official site for around 22euros and have been informed it has been dispatched

    This morning I received an email telling me that a brand new CD plus FREE DVD called And the Waltz goes on, with what seems to be exactly the same, will be released in November and can be purchased on Amazon for £8 99 !!!
    Am I going nuts
    Lots of love xxxxxxxxxx

    Also the Newmarket trips In December 2012 in UK have I think been put on hold as I believe some fans are rightly peeved that as gold Members they should have first choice
    I am confused Nothin new!! xxxxx
    I am going to put an Andre DVD on and CHILL xxx
    1. October 12, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Hi Josephine, I have wondered this, I pre ordered on Amazon but the CD & DVD had no title at that time,I think this has caused some confusion. Hugs and Luv Ruth
  • October 11, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Hi folks
    Andre Concert tickets are on sale on his site for UK December 2012 for Gold Members
    xxxxxx
  • October 11, 2011 Jean Wallis wrote:
    Hi Fay,thanks for asking about our Thanksgiving day. It is a Day of General Thanksgiving to Almighty God for the bountiful harvest with which Canada has been blessed – to be observed on the 2nd Monday in October
    It is a statuary holiday, where all government businesses and most others, including stores are closed for the day.
    We decorate our homes with fall(autumn) colours and cook turkey etc.It is a great day for getting together with family and friends. I had 10 on Sunday, although Monday is the official day some lucky people are able to celebrate both days.
    Cheers, have a wonderful day,
    Jean
  • October 11, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    HI SWEET JOSé,

    Oh wow I celebrated my birthday once again when you birthday card arrived on my doorstep!! Oh I just love that little plane writing my name in the clouds and forming my André heart in the sky!!IT IS REALLY SO COOL!!! Are you going to watch a/several concerts in the UK? Stupid question!! We also ordered the CD: And The Waltz Goes on from Amazon. I don't think that the free DVD would be his latest one though! Love you sweet pea


    Dear sweet FAY,
    Ten of us are going to watch André on the Big Screen on Friday!! I am taking my banner: SOUTH AFRICA LOVES ANDRé! with and will make sure to give him maaaany standing ovations!! Ha-ha it is going to be MAGICAL!! Hugs xxx

    DEAR Judé,

    Swivel your way over to South Africa, I have bought you a cinema ticket to go see our MAN!! Love xx

    Dear South Africa Fans,

    Make sure to purchase your movie tickets at www.sterkinekor.com André will be in cinemas around the country from 14 October to 20 October. Don't miss out on this RIEU MAGIC!!

    Love and hugs to all from A woman oh soooo in love!! xxx
  • October 11, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    SWEET JEANINE ANN,

    Oh my sweet Girl, only 39 DAYS TILL YOUR CONCERT IN THE USA!! I have booked my plane ticket and hope to get into your handbag!!?? O HAP HAP HAPPY DAYS!!Luv u xx
  • October 11, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Jeanine Ann only 39 days are you maybe getting a little excited, I know how I felt earlier this year, I am looking at the dates on Andre's web site every day for dates for Australia but as yet nil, can you imagine the excitement I will have to receive an email from Andre's people for early ticket sales; DEIRDRE' you will enjoy seeing Andre' on the big screen, you will feel like you can run your fingers through His lovely hair, & a bit more ha ha, have you had much publicity about the screening ????, we are being blessed here at the moment 2 showings on studio on sunday plus each night this week for 1/2 an hour, then next saturday Fiesta Mexicana, Christmas has come early, as we have been lucky to get 1 each month up until now, I wonder has someone at foxtel just realised Andre'music is sooooooooo Good, I am patiently awaiting my cd as a young girl from New Zealand sings on it, she has a beautiful voice, she does sing like an angel Andre' sure knows how to pick talent, have a great Andre' Day all;
    1. October 11, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Oh Fay I am more than a little excited.  It seems like forever since I've seen him but it was only last year.  But I am more than ready.  I am going to be taking plenty of photos and video for all of you!!!  Big Hugs

  • October 12, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    I can understand how You feel Jeanine Ann , Andre' seems to dare I say bewitch us all, He puts the bubbles into champagne, wait until you see "And The Waltz Goes On"the piece That Frank & Andre' composed is so beautiful, I go so far as to say Heavenly, I recorded it on the IQ box so far I watched it 3 times, we are getting quite a bit of Andre' at the moment I don't know why, up until now maybe once a month if your lucky, we had 2 different ones on Sunday & each night for 1/2 an hour The world of Andre' Rieu, & on saturday Fiesta Mexicana, its great too to see how well the people in Mexico are receiving Andre' & His People, they know a good time can be had & so enjoy all Andre' gives, its good too that Andre' knows just in case He thinks He is forgotten' though I don't think this will ever happen;do you???????
  • October 12, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Deirdre' tried to send new email did'nt work, so here is my advise, check urine for infection, if thats ok watch & spray with vinegar & water, when cat sprays, put a litter tray next to where cat sprays, on long curtains Or blinds cut & twist alfoil & pin on curtains, have separate trays for each cat, if all else fails the old cure was pepper & rub the cats nose in it where he sprayed but thats drastic, he may only be trying to show His dominence, good luck; I gave Nelly Andre's calendar from last year to scan & put onto a mouse pad, its beautiful but I just cannot run the mouse over His beautiful face, yes I am crazy I know, guess I'll just look at it for awhile;
  • October 13, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    http://youtu.be/2C0DwWlijgM

    Hi all. A very different Andre and JSO in 1994. I notice even in those days Andre couldn't keep still and was itching to get things going.
    Lotsaluv xxxxxxxxxxxx
    1. October 13, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Hi Josephine, Thank you for this. It is one of my favourites always reminds me of my Mum and Dad. Who would be the first one of us to rush up and mop HIS brow???????????. Hugs and Luv Ruth
  • October 13, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    Want to have some fun - DJOtzi  Love this!!
    1. October 13, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Hi Jeanine Ann, Thank you so much for this, I just love it when Andre also gets in the mood for dancing. Hugs and luv Ruth P
    2. October 23, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
      Loved this absolutely fantastic, and Jeanine Anne, didnt you remind us previously about a gettogether in Maastricht next year and wanted to know who would be going. Well I said I would liketo go, and now tickets are available do you know how much they are?
      luv and hugs Margaret xxxx
  • October 13, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Hi sweet Fay,

    I did get your email and thank you so much for the advice! Will let you know if it works!Ha-ha, I too would not be able to run my mouse over André's gorgeous face. I have posters of him under my DVDs and CDs, but I keep his beautiful face open.Oh those eyes!!

    Sweet JOSé and JEANINE ANN,

    Thank you so much for the links. Oh yeh José, André just couldn't stand still. I thought that he was going to start waltzing any time. I also clicked on him dancing with Barbara. BIG MISTAKE!!!! I will rather not go into that. I think that my sweet JEANINE ANN will exactly know how I felt!?

    Tomorrow (Friday) I am going to watch André larger than life on the Big Screen! Oh Wow, oh wow!!

    LA VIE EST BELLE! Life is oh soooo good!
    1. October 13, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Oh Deirdre enjoy that big screen experience!!!  I am somewhat envious of course but since I can see our darling man in November that helps a lot.  ENJOY my sweet girl.  Hugs

    2. October 13, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Oh dear Deirdre, I wonder how many of us watched Andre dancing with Barbara!!!!! where we all tempted just to watch and see knowing what a BIG BIG mistake it was!!!.Hugs and Luv Ruth P
  • October 13, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Josephine thank you for that link a so very young Andre' all the years I have missed, & the hair,,also the youth in all the faces of the orchestra, but you know what like a very good wine Andre' has improved with age don't you feel, Tuen with all that hair & Andre's hair, so much of it, to run fingers through, oh well a body can only dream eh, Marjorie is the fortunate one to be able to do that; Deirdre' you will so enjoy the Andre' in concert at the movies, I have a habit of always being early, & for us we saw 30minutes of last years concert as well, hope lots of people take the opportunity to enjoy the occasion, you will just love Him I know, I always think Andre' is more relaxed on Home turf, so enjoy big time girl have a great Andre'day all;xxx ooo miow;
  • October 13, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi all, Would just like to say thank you to all of you how have e-mailed me this last week or so, things are on the up, I have been accepted with the letting agency and get the keys to my new home next Friday and then it will be go, go, go mind you no need for a removal van just some strong young men!!!!. For all of you who live in the UK been to a show of Ken Dodd, when we were children my dad was a real fan and we had our photo taken when Ken opened a music shop where we lived (I was 12 and my sister 11), he is known for his long shows. It started at 7.30pm and ended at 12.00!!! not bad for a chap of 83years!. My sister took along the photos that appeared in the local paper in 1964,for them to taken backstage, we were told to wait and was told Ken would come out to met us, it was magic what a lovely man hugs and kisses and a few more photo's he asked how had we faired in life where we married,how many children and grandchildren, to say the concert hall is only a 5 min walk for me it was 1.20am when I got home. Hugs and luv Ruth P
  • October 14, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    JINGLE BELLS JINGLE BELLS JINGLE ALL THE WAY
    WHOOPEE. Yes you have guessed it friends I have got tickets for Andre in UK December 2012!!!
    CHRISTMAS TIME MISTLETOE AND ANDRE !!!!

    Going to BIRMINGHAM though as O2 LONDON was a rip off. No decent seats left but still charging same price to be up in the Gods and extortionate booking fees

    But hey. That's fine by me. BIRMINGHAM here I come and BRENDA has a ticket there as well so we will be able to meet up again

    Ladadeda. Heck I had better calm down MAASTRICHT to come before that
    Can my little ticker stand the excitement OH YES !!!!
    Oh well better get back into Cinderella mode now. Dishes to be washed . Floors to be scrubbed. Maybe Prince Charming will call in a moment with the glass slipper that will fit my dainty foot
    Then he will whisk me off to his Castle in Maastricht where we will live happily ever after. Huh Two chances of that Bob Hope and NO HOPE
    Off I go now smiling and singing and dancing
    I'ts a Hap Hap Happy Day
    Byeeeeeee XXXXXX
    1. October 14, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      So happy you got your tickets Josephine!!  Now you are set for all kinds of goodies!!!  Cannot wait for Maastricht but I have two USA concerts to go to also.  Wish I could take all of you with me.  Hugs

  • October 14, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    Thanks Josephine, I received this also.  Hugs



    1. October 22, 2011 linda joy moxon wrote:
      please could you how i may get a copy of the book and the price linda joy
      moxon as i have found that his dvds+cds are fantastic and as andre has said they always make me cry with joy but some of them are aquivalant to people who have been special to me in my life like my dad and mum
  • October 14, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi Jeanine Ann, Please could I ask what is The Collectors Edition, it looks like the photo book with extras. hugs and Luv Ruth
    1. October 14, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Hi Ruth, first of all I want to tell you that I am so glad that things are working out for you as far as your housing.  Now the book, I am not sure but it kind of looks like it except it says 144 pages and the Govert de Roos book is only about 127 or so pages so I don't know what the difference is.  I think most of us have all the CD's/DVD's which they list (at least I do) so this would be a great gift for someone (or yourself).  I am going to try and find out and will let you know.  Big hugs to you and Winston.  Hope you both will like your new home.  Best of luck to you.  Love, JA

      1. October 16, 2011 Ruth wrote:
        Hi Jeanine Ann thank you so much for your kind words, also about the book, I too have mosts of the cd/dvds.Winston sent a woof woof (thank you). Hugs and Luv Ruth
  • October 14, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    Andre In Mexico!!
    From YouTube
  • October 14, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Josephine I have not seen or heard that saying for years, Bob Hope or No Hope, you seem rather excited you know you will enjoy Andre's concert, He gives so much of Himself to His Audience, enjoy Lady ENJOY; DEIRDRE' how was your movie experience, or are you not back on earth yet,was it good Or extra Good????
  • October 14, 2011 Jill B wrote:
    Ruth P what a wonderful night Ken Dodd gave you. I hadn't heard of him before, but he sounds like a very nice person.
  • October 15, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    Where is everyone!!!   Guess you need a little something for the day!! 

     

     







    1. October 15, 2011 Moderator Bill AZ wrote:
      How about a photo or 2 of the female JSO musicians?
      1. October 15, 2011 Virginia Baker wrote:
        How about we campaign for the Rieu organization to update their web page so that we know who all the new female musicians are? With great fanfare they opened the new website but the orchestra page is already very outdated.Same thing happened on the last site. It must be someone's responsibility to keep it current. Maybe they'll read this?
      2. October 15, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
        Okay Bill, one or two will be coming up.  Sorry about that.  I get so absorbed with Andre and forget we have some guys on the blog.  Also we girls love the JSO ladies too.  Hugs

  • October 15, 2011 Brenda wrote:
    Hello Josephine, Jeanine Ann and everyone!Not been on blog lately but I do read it every day.
    I am feeling very happy and excited that I have booked my seat for Birmingham December 18th 2012.So pleased that Josephine and Darrell are also going to Birmingham LG arena.
  • October 15, 2011 Brenda wrote:
    I accidentally pressed submit before I had finished writing.
    Also, after weeks of dithering I have taken the plunge and booked hotel in Maastricht for July 5th - 8th.
    Looking forward to 2012 very much!!
    Love to all Andre fans and friends from Brenda
  • October 15, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Hey Everybody,

    Oh wow the cinema experience was just MAGICAL!! The whole concert was in English, maybe for the sake of the cinema goers and Anthony Hopkins. It was unbelievable to see André larger than life!! We also saw Marc Rieu in the audience and he waltzed on the Blue Danube! We had three hours of fun and were all mesmerized by our MAN. He took us on tour through : André's Maastricht and afterwards they showed a special interview with André. The manager of the cinama promised to give me all the André posters!!!! He is shown at our cinemas for six days, two shows per day! NOW THAT I CALL FANTASTIC FOR SOUTH AFRICA xxx

    LE VIE EST BELLE!! Life is soooo beautiful with André Rieu and his music!! Love and hugs to all xx
    1. October 16, 2011 Steve Williams wrote:
      The Cinema Live show was excellent, what i did find confusing was, although it was recorded on the Friday night in Maastricht, as that was the night Sir Anthony was there, all the links were in English, yet the Friday, they were all in Dutch! There was some very clever editing by CL in post production, there must have been an 'English' concert later in the week, and that was used (?) and no doubt a few other shots were done and cut into the footage, all in all, very clever and a very, good production, only to be expected from 'Andre Rieu Productions' of course.
  • October 15, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    DEIRDRE, can I say I told you so was it exciting, does'nt Himself & the Jso look good on the big screen, I hope your cinemas had a lot of people filling seats, I just still don't know why the people did'nt all go here, not enough publicity perhaps I know we rang a couple of the cinemas who knew nothing about The Maastricht, one at Castle Hill told us No they had opera on & yet Andre' was screened there likewise in Parramatta, they were ignorant about the whole thing, one person told my daughter they had never heard of Andre' Rieu, the person with Nelly asked to see management, who looked on their computer, Oh yes we are having him on, who Is He? I was'nt with them otherwise I would have been on my high horse, I have friends who went to Campelltown they said there were only about 30 people so sad,; Jeanine Ann Love the photos thank you I like the top one in what I call His Gregory Peck glasses; all the best to Audrey how is she doing?? hope things are'nt to drastic & hard on her system, I know a few people say the treatment is worse that the illness, but what you described did'nt sound too bad, give her our best thoughts please;
  • October 15, 2011 Eve wrote:
    Hi, Everybody, Friends,

    In a very autumn-like atmosphere I'm trying to get myself warmed up with - you guessed - Andre's music.

    DEIRDRE , you bubbly-sweet friend, how you always add some more spices to my day and make me feel closer to Maastricht, more confy and definitely safe, having an Amazon as a friend!

    JEANINE ANN , thank you for the beautiful photos! Yes, we love the JSO ladies, how can we not, but when it comes to Andre... that is different. We adore Him!
    Oh, You always add something for us to relish and feed our ever hungry ... imagination!

    JO , how you can already hear Xmas bells! And, next Xmas! My sweet friend, before next Christmas something else has to happen: we are gonna meet and hug and see His Gorgeousness live!! In Maastricht. In summer.

    RUTHIE , I am so glad that things are back to good again, that you can settle in now and that Winston has also got a place, warm and cosy!

    FRIENDS , in a few hours Sylvia is back and in a day Bob is back! So now my family is complete, I have all of you!

    Sending You All My Love,
    Eve
    1. October 22, 2011 Bob Dooley wrote:
      Hi
      Everybody I been sitting on the fence reading all the comments it seems that all you Ladies have said everything that has to be said (bet im wrong again)
      I have been on holiday to China for 14 days and guess what.On the KLM flight from Amsterdam to Shanghi I sat and listened to Andre for 10 hours (The Flying Dutchman) And on the flight back from Peking On a China Airways I listened to the Man again This time it was Dancing Through The Skies.
      It would seem That he is Well known in a country that he has never visited.
      I even photographed the tv screen so that I had proof when I came home that I had listened to him at 35000feet and flying at some 400kph.
      Good luck to everybody Cos even though I do not say much on the blog I AM THINKING OF YOU ALL
      bob
  • October 16, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    WELCOME HOME TO SYLVIA AND KEITH AND TO BOB!!!!

     

  • October 16, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Hi all on a Beautiful Glad to be alive UK afternoon.
    I have just watched Kind Hearts and Coronets whilst doing a pile of ironing. I love all the old films.
    Hopefully my new Andre DVD will arrive tomorrow. I know it's on it's way.
    Yes my sweet Eve I am so looking forward to Maastricht and meeting all my new friends. We won't feel like strangers though will we. It will be as if we have known each other for ever. We already know so much about each other. We're gonna have a ball and sing and dance the night away and laugh until our sides ache
    Well, I had better go and put the kettle on and make a nice cuppa with a tasty slice of lemon drizzle cake. We like a mixture in the pot of English Breakfast and Lapsang Souchong. I know Fay likes her Earl Gray. What about you all my friends?
    Bye for now. Love and kisses and Andre wishes xxxx
  • October 16, 2011 Steve Williams wrote:
    Just had an email from Amazon Andre Rieu 'NEW YEAR CONCERT' remastered has just been posted !!
  • October 16, 2011 Sylvia wrote:
    Dear all!
    Gogt back home from holiday today at
    12.35pm. There were 350 letters/catalogues etc. lying on the hall floor and then when I got up to my laptop there were, I kid you not, 458
    emails! It is now 5.30pm. I have managed to delete most of my emails but
    am still opening the wretched post. I
    only took summer clothes with us on the cruise and came home to freezing cold!
    Will go on the blog again in a day or two when I have sorted things out. I hope you are all well. Missed you while I wasaway. Love Sylvia, Keith and
    teddies
    1. October 16, 2011 Jean Wallis wrote:
      Welcome home Sylvia and Keith, can't wait to hear all about your cruise adventure and your extra winning weekend. I hope this finds you both well and rested,
      Love and hugs, Jean
  • October 16, 2011 Judith wrote:
    Yea, yea YIPPIE, our Sylvia is back to us all safe, sound, happy, pampered and full of many great memories to cherish forever. What an opportunity to have been able to take such a Happy Holiday with Keith the man in her Heart and Life who makes her giggle. WELCOME HOME SYLVIA AND KEITH. I'll bet all your Teddies are very excited with happiness to have mummy and daddy back home again. I'm not a Teddie, but I am very happy too. YIPPIE.
  • October 16, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Welcome Home Sylvia & Keith you have been missed, I think from habit I sent you a few emails, we received your letter card I loved the cover, showed it to our Parish Priest He had a good laugh, hope your holiday was good, how come you were cold was the weather bad,? when you have time you will need to back track on the blog there are some great stories & lots of beautiful photos of a Person who may be a little familiar, Mexico are having a ball at the moment, lucky Mexico, will you be able to get to any of Andre's concert in England; lucky England I look at the venues & dates every day still nothing for Australia, I know we are a long way from most places;
  • October 16, 2011 Jean Wallis wrote:
    Welcome back Sylvia and Keith, can't wait to hear about your cruise and weekend after it. I hope you are both well and rested,
    Love and hugs, Jean
  • October 16, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Jeanine Ann I have been back so many times to that interview Andre' did in Mexico, His mouth what is wrong has he had all His teeth removed or is it the fault of reproduction, I looked again last night & alas I did'nt dream of Andre' but I was sorting all these teeth into matching sets, when I finished I dropped the whole B..... box, thank goodness I woke up before the teeth hit the floor, said I was crazy before did'nt I;
  • October 16, 2011 Eve wrote:
    WELCOME BACK, SYLVIA AND KEITH!

    WELCOME BACK, BOB!

    So glad You all had a wonderful holiday, can't wait to hear the details, can't wait to see you (on Skype and on the blog!).

    Love you to bits, my Darlings, Mama Bear, Papa Bear and Tumbleweed!!

    Eve
  • October 17, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Welcome home Sylvia and Keith. Hope you had a fabulous holiday
    Could some kind person in the know please answer my query about Andre's new DVD/CD
    I am confused !!!! On his site the DVD And the Waltz Goes on is on sale now for 22 99euros and the CD for 19 95 euros
    On Amazon what looks like exactly the same CD with Free DVD will be on sale in November for £8 99 . I have ordered from his site and don't want to order exactly the same from Amazon. Also if it is the same why is Amazon so much cheaper that Andre's own site. I am sure one of you lovely people will have the answer
    Oh well Gotta go now and buy two Birthday presents. One for my sister and one for a friend. Wish I could convince them to be an Andre fan. Would make present buying so much easier. They don't know what they are missing
    Lotsaluv and happy day to you all xxx
    1. October 17, 2011 Sylvia wrote:
      Hi Mrs. Confused! This is Mrs. Confused no. 2! I have sent money off to Andre's site for the dvd, but feel it is unfair to make us pay for the cd separately. I prefer dvd's where possible. Hope you are OK. I had a
      smashing time away. Love Sylvia and family
  • October 17, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Sweet SYLVIA and KEITH,

    Welcome back, we missed you soooo much! Risa never came out from under the covers! Did Isadore come back as well? Risa is convinced that Isadore was on a cruise on a LOVE BOAT and that he had met teddy the girl of his dreams and forsook her! Please send word that Risa is devastated that she couldn't go with!Oh do tell us about your wonderful cruise. Thank you soooo much for the letter and wonderful birthday card, you are the best! Hugs xx
    1. October 17, 2011 Sylvia wrote:
      Dearest Deirdre and Risa!
      The cruise to the Western Mediterranean was the best time of my or Keith's life!
      We were treated like Royalty. Your every wish was their command. We can't afford to go to the theatre in London because of the expense, well on the ship we went to the theatre every
      night. We obtained 2 more bears, one with a Celebrity Eclipse jumper on and a
      bear dressed as the Captain who we have called Dimitris. Today a lovely parcel arrived from Judith. Inside were 2 teddies, one called Hannah and one called Gibson. Well Hannah has taken a shine to Isadore, sorry Risa,
      but Isadore only talks about Risa.
      Bye for now. Love to you and Risa from
      Sylvia and Isadore
  • October 17, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Dear STEVE,

    You may be right. I was amazed that the concert was in English! I wonder if someone can tell us whether André spoke Dutch/English on the first concert night.

    Sweet José,

    When I watch André I make myself a pot of Rooibos and Honey bush tea to calm me down. During the day I live on Douwe Egberts Coffee. It is a Brazilian blend and is really gooooood! Cannot wait to see and hug you in Maastricht! xxx

    Dear FAY,

    Oh what a strange dream!? I would rather not tell you mine. All I can say is that it is filled with beautiful music! xx

    SWEET JEANINE ANN,

    ONLY 33 DAYS LEFT!! You are going to see our gorgeous man soon!! Please remember to blow him a zillion kisses from all of us! OH HAP HAP HAPPY DAYS!! Luv u xx
  • October 17, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    PLEASE please pretty please
    Can some sweet soul help me I am in a right tiz woz about this new DVD
    I ordered And the Waltz Goes On from Andre's site and the Cover was written in English so I presumed the DVD would be in English
    However it has arrived today and the cover is all in Dutch so am I to presume the DVD is in Dutch?
    STEVE. I believe you already have the DVD
    Grrrr I am soo eager to watch but will be disappointed if it is in Dutch
    Lotsaluv from Mrs Confused of UK xxxx
  • October 17, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    Hi everyone, I don't know how many of you know DJBob.  It is with great sadness that I tell you his wife Maria passed away yesterday of cancer.  They are wonderful friends of mine and Clyde and when we saw Andre in Jacksonville they had us at their home for lunch and it was such a great time and she was a beautiful lady.  We will miss her but she is now with the Lord.  Our love and condolences from all here on the blog.
    1. October 18, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      To DJBob, so sad to hear about your wife. Just letting you know I am thinking of you at this time. Hugs and Luv Ruth P
  • October 17, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    To DJBOB,to you & to all your loved ones my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your Beloved Maria, know she is in a place of beauty & tranquility & is in no more pain, let your love shine through & only remember all the happy & funny times in your life; always enjoy the music;
  • October 17, 2011 Jill B wrote:
    DJ Bob I am so sorry to hear of Maria's passing. Such sad news today. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
  • October 17, 2011 Marlene Warren wrote:
    My thoughts and prayers are with you DJ Bob on the loss of your beautiful Maria.
    I know you were close and had a happy life together.
    We will all miss her, she seemed like such a sweet person. 
    Just know in your heart that she is at peace, she's happy and healthy and still very close to you.





  • October 17, 2011 Marie Simpson wrote:
    Very sorry about the passing of Maria,DJ Bob's wife.our prayers are with all of you,hugs,Marie.
  • October 18, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    DJ BOB,

    My sympathy with the loss of your beloved wife, Mary.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
  • October 18, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Dear Shirley,

    GOD BRINGS YOU TO THE PLACE OF COMFORT, HOPE, AND HEALING.

    Thinking of you and carry you in my prayers. Love: Deirdré xxx
  • October 18, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    http://www.getmusic.com.au/andrerieu/video/detail?id=4619

    FAB-U-LOUS
    Just wait till you hear Andre say 'Are you lonesome tonight'
    Lotsaluv xxxxxx
    1. October 18, 2011 Marlene Warren wrote:
      Thanks Josephine! This was fantastic.
      "Are You Lonesome Tonight" is one of my favorites, with Andre playing it, OMG, what can I say? I love it!!!
      Can't wait to hear this cd! I really enjoy the Waltz by Anthony Hopkins, can't wait to hear it all.
    2. October 19, 2011 Ruth wrote:
      Hi Josephine, Thank you for this great. Hugs and Luv Ruth P
  • October 18, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:




    Here it is - Thanks Josephine!!  My favorite song in this CD is "Are You Lonesome Tonight?  After the new waltz's that is!!  Wait until you hear this CD - it is Andre's best I think.  Hugs
  • October 18, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Hi Dear FRIENDS,

    During André's New Year's concert (1 Jan 2012) in the LANXESS Arena in Cologne, he will present his new program that he wants to play in 2012 all over the world. Today (Tuesday) is his first concert in San Antonio,TX, United States. Go to the Official website to check out the photos. BEAUTIFUL!!

    DEAR JEANINE ANN and JOSé,

    Thank you sooo much for the beautiful music! I am really feeling tired today and it just lifted my spirit!! Oh André is a miracle worker!! Elvis could sing, but oh my goodness, André can play! Without him I would have been soooo lonesome!! this is truly beautiful and even Elvis would have loved it! Love u both xx

    SWEET ANDRé DREAMS TO ALL!! xxx
  • October 18, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Deirdre' The Mastricht concert here at the cinemas was in English, a few seem to think it was recorded on the friday but it rained that day & I saw no rain or ponchos, also if you watched Andre's mouth He was speaking english,it was'nt dubbed in afterwards; "Re Are You Lonesome Tonight" Elvis's version was nice but before Him Al Jolson recorded a heart stopping version which always brings tears to my eyes; Jeanine Ann which venues are you going to for Andre's concert, can I shrink myself & go into Cyber Space then you could fit me in your handbag Ha Ha, I have been voting again for Andre' yesterday He was no1 & personality of the day have a great Andre' Day;
    1. October 18, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Hi dear Fay,  I am going to Philadelphia, Pa. Wells Fargo Arena and to Washington, D.C. (really in Fairfax, Virginia) but I forget the name of the arena.  Have never been to either.  Would you believe I got 4th row and seats 15, 16 (center) for both concerts.  Identical seats and never happened before.  I will be close enough for some good photos (hopefully) and video.  Hope he does Marina again!!!!   Love you Narelle and to Yourself and Jasper from me and Clyde and the Kitties.  Camellia is really filling out.  She loves food!!  Hugs

      1. October 20, 2011 Edna Welton wrote:
        Hi Jeanine Ann!

        I am a regular reader of this site and just had to let you know that my husband, my friend and I are also going to the Philadelphia concert on the 29th November. We will be in Section 1 and also in the 4th row (seats 1, 2 & 3). We might even bump into each other or, if not, wave during the interval! We will be staying at a hotel nearby.

        Edna (UK)
        ☺☺☺
        1. October 20, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
          Hi Edna, this is just great that you will be here for the Philadelphia concert.  I will try to look for you.  When you say section 1, is that on the floor?  That way I can walk over to see you.  We are on Floor 2 center.  Which hotel are you staying Edna.  We did not book one since we only live a few hours away but have decided to stay over now because of driving at night.  Hope to hear from you.  I will email you.  Big Hugs

      2. October 23, 2011 Kathy wrote:
        Miss Jeanine Ann-
        The venue in Fairfax is the Patriot Centre and is located on the campus of George Mason University.It's smaller than First Mariner Arena in Baltimore and is a much nicer venue.I'll be taking my Andre-Lovin'Mom and meeting up with fellow Andre' fans for dinner before the concert. We'd love to have you join us. Email me directly and we'll make plans.
    2. October 24, 2011 Steve Williams wrote:
      Hiya, it was indeed done on the Friday, I was lucky enough to be there with my wife, in fact we managed to see ourselves in the Cinema! was quite weird being on the big screen! BUT I do think it was also done on other days, it did indeed rain the next day, and not just a little either! The film cre were there again, but it was mainly on stage filming that we could see, there is a possibilty that one of the concerts later in the week, was done in English? also Sir Anthony Hopkisn was there Friday for the public 1st performance of hsi waltz, which I think is simply great! he flew out of Maastricht the next day.
      So all in all some clever editing by Audre Rieu Studios / Cinema Live.
      I did notice that some of the footage of the Maastricht concert when shown on TV, was a different angle, albeit same night (Friday)

      now just waiting for Jan 2012 for the Trier concert, front row, centre for seating ! ! Hoping to be able to go to Maastricht again if possible, its a pl;ace once you've been to, you HAVE to go back again !

      all love to all here from a soggy UK at 0323 in the morning
      1. October 24, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
        Hi Steve,  that must have been nice seeing yourselves in the cinema.  I hope you get to Maastricht next year.  It will be my first time and I am so anxious.  My fear is that I will love it so much I will not want to leave.  Have fun at the Trier!  Hugs

        1. October 24, 2011 Steve Williams wrote:
          It was very odd! yes hope to get tickets for Maastricht, but of course they sell out quickly, I have the time booked off from work already as part of my Annual leave.
          An yes you will love it to bits, and no you will not wnat to leave or for it to end, even if it's pouring down, if you can you must try to get to the fan dinner on the boat, Gary attended this year, ( for about 15 - 20 mins) and they say he makes a regular appearance!

          may see you there
          xxx
    3. October 24, 2011 Steve Williams wrote:
      Hi All, It was indeed done on the Friday, I was lucky enough with my wife to be there, and even saw ourselves on the Cinema screen, which was quite wierd! The crew were also there the next day, in the rain, but that was mainly stage fliming as far as I could see, (Friday was Sunny and Warm).
      On Sturady one of the Orchestra said we looked liked 10,000 condoms sitting there !
      There may have been an English concert later in the week? I don't know, but thet could have done some nifty editing to put it all together, also Sir Anthony Hopkins was only there on the Friday, he flew out of Maastricht the next day. It was certainly a trip to remember, we lwft home at 0400 in the morning, and the concert ended at about 0030 it was long, happy, joyous day.
      It's one of those concerts that once you have been once you just HAVE to try and go again!

      Our next date is Jan 2012 in Trier, Germany, another long drive, but front row seats!

      All love from a soggy UK at 0330 in the morning
  • October 18, 2011 Judith wrote:
    DJ Bob -There are times along life's journey that can test the spirit deeply.. Though this is certainly one of those times, may you never stop believing that your faith, your inner strength, and the power of God's love will carry you through. In Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your beloved wife 'Mary'.
  • October 18, 2011 Jill B wrote:
    Jeanine Ann! What a coincidence getting exactly the same seats for two concerts. Andre will be looking for you sitting there the next concert he does I bet, and will be disappointed you're not there.
    This week I booked tickets for two Daniel O'Donnell concerts in Newcastle and Sydney in March next year and got the 4th row both times...not sure of the seat numbers yet as the tickets haven't arrived in my mailbox. Luck is following us both around. I was very thrilled to get so close.
    I'm excited for you. I can't wait to hear all about the concerts. Not long now.
  • October 19, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    will so look forward to those photos Jeanine Ann, He is a beautiful person it shows through in His face, there are lots of photos, but personally I can never look at too many; enjoy your nights will look forward to reading all about it ENJOY ;
  • October 19, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Dear DJ BOB
    My thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
    Thinking also about all my friends who are not so well at the moment especially Shirley and Audrey

    Music speaks what cannot be expressed
    Soothes the mind and gives it rest
    Heals the heart and makes it whole
    Flows from Heaven to the Soul

    Much love xxxxxxx
  • October 19, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Hi dear Friends,

    Carla Maffioletti is touring with André again. I do not know for how long though. Apparently Suzan Erens is pregnant, I really miss her. Our fun- loving Bela is having a good time wherever he goes. André seems to be in top form and his new waltzes are fantastic! Oh we are all so blessed to have André in our lives!!

    SWEET JEANINE ANN,

    OH HAP HAP HAPPY DAYS!!!!
    ONLY 31 DAYS TO GO!!! Will you be able to fit me in your bag as well!? Fay and I promise to behave! Pleeeease!! xxx
    1. October 19, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:

      WOW only 31 days to go.  I am so glad it is not today though because I have this terrible cold and it would be tough but I would go anyway.  It will be a wonderful time.  Hope Andre plays his new waltz in the USA.  Hugs

      1. October 20, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
        Sweet JEANINE ANN,

        Get well soon my dear friend. We wouldn't want you to miss the concert. On the other hand, Fay and I wouldn't mind going in your place!! Ha-ha I am only joking my sweetie. YOU DESERVE AN ANDRé FIX FOR ALL THE HARD WORK YOU ARE PUTTING INTO THE BLOG!

        OH HAP HAP HAPPY DAYS!! Only 30 days to go!! Isn't that soooo exciting!! Love xx
      2. October 20, 2011 Sylvia wrote:
        Dearest Jeanine Ann"
        I don't knowe if you are into alternative or herbal remedies, but if you are, please buy a bottle of ECHINACEA tincture and take 7 drops in water about 3 times a day for a week. No cold!
        Love Sylvia, Keith and teddies
      3. October 21, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
        hello Jeanine Ann hope you are feeling better today here in the UK it is a bright Autumn morning Ive just voted for Andre as I do on a daily basis butI have to go and have my flu jab this afternoon to get me through the Winter, they say we are going to have a cold one this year, but I have to keep well as I am going to see Andre in concert in Birimingham December 2012 so I do have to look after myself so sending you get well wishes and wow it wont be long for you before you see Andre im jealous, only joking luv and hugsxxxx
        1. October 21, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
          Hi Margaret, I would be jealous too haha.  I am not feeling much better but sometimes I think you must get dressed and go out and get some fresh air.  It is cold here so I would dress warmly.  It is definitely autumn weather.  The yard is full of leaves so we are having our community maintenance man do our grass this week.  I don't want Clyde to get run down and catch my cold - so far so good.  Hope everyone else is well.  Big hugs to all

          1. October 23, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
            Hello Jeanine Ann, hope you are feeling better today, Im getting so excited for you as the days are rolling by before you see Andre, Ihope he plays those lovely waltzes ffor you I bet it will be quite spectacular. Hope Clyde is okay, does he have flu protection Jab its well worth having, I feel fine today and had my flue jab a few days ago Whilst I am writing to you it is my birthday on the 6th November and it has been a full year of me being on the blog and I have enjoyed every minute of it talking to yo all and listening to what everyone has to say. anyway I shall be thinking of you next month and youll have to tell us all about it luv and hugs Margaret xxx
            1. October 23, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
              Hi Margaret thank you for asking but I am still not that great.  I think by now it is the flu since I have had it since Tuesday and could not make it to church this morning.  I thought maybe I could but I also don't want to infect  anyone I come in contact with.  I still sneeze a little and my head is congested - you know the drill!  We had our flu injections last year but not this year because we usually wait until December which may be a mistake because they are available now. 

              So glad you enjoy the blog Margaret and we enjoy having you.  I made note of your birthday and will put you on the list.  Take care and hugs to you

  • October 20, 2011 Gloria wrote:
    Have had a lot of trouble with my PC and haven't been able to email. Hopefullt it is fixed now! Just looked at 'And the waltz goes on' - absolutely lovely. I have a dreadful cold so am going to make a cup of tea and watch it again!!
  • October 20, 2011 Shirley wrote:
    I'm back on chemo! not going down without a fight!!!!
    1. October 20, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Oh Shirley this makes me soooooo happy.  I am still praying for that miracle!!!  There is something for you in the mail - going out at 4:00 today!  This will make you happy that you are going to fight.  Way to go my sweet lady!!!!!   Love you so much.  Hugs

    2. October 21, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
      Hi sweet SHIRL,

      THIS IS THE BEST NEWS EVER!!! I AM THINKING OF YOU AND BELIEVE THAT YOU WILL WIN THE BATTLE!!

      THE LORD IS GOOD TO THOSE WHOSE HOPE IS IN HIM, TO THE ONE WHO SEEKS HIM.
      Lamentations 3:25

      Keep listening to the music of the gorgeous man with the shiny shoes!!
      Love and hugs: Deirdré xxxx
  • October 20, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    That's it SHIRLEY. Up and at 'em. Show the blighters what you're made of girl
    Your friends are with you every step of the way
    Lots of love xxxxxxx
  • October 20, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Shirley what can I say,except be strong Lady & tell that horrible illness that has invaded you to royally Piss Off, I too will talk to my Best Friend about you , He who Knows all & sees all, so fight gutsy Lady I will fight in spirit with you know that you are cared about;
  • October 20, 2011 Eve wrote:
    SHIRLEY,

    You are a great girl!
    You are not alone, Friends are with you who love you and Somebody Who can do what we are too small to perform!
    Love you!!
    Eve
    1. October 20, 2011 Marlene Warren wrote:
      Yes, Shirley is one special Lady!
      Eve is right Shirley, you are not alone.

      You know we all love you Shirley
      and send you our best thoughts and prayers
      for everything you need to get well!



  • October 20, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Sylvia I swear by Echinacea, every day I take Garlic horseradish echinacea & C twice daily, I have always had a hayfever problem & have found that taking the above twice daily Both Nelly & I stay clear of the common cold & hayfever, I sometimes watch Andre' & think perhaps He has a Sinus problem the Echinacea would do Him some good,I look each day for mention of venues in Australia there was a break in April & May & I thought He may come here then but then I received an email saying thats when He is going to FRANCE?????? We have Her Majesty The Queen & Prince Phillip Here at the moment, I have only admiration for Her She is no spring chicken but She looks great for her age, we can't say She has no worries as over the years with Her family She has weathered some horrible times,we know She likes Andre' though so She has good taste eh ha ha! I can remember Her coming to Australia in 1954 & waiting to see her drive by, I thought then She was very tiny for such a big job, she has my deep respect for all She has gone through family wise, no different to most of us; love to Christian;
  • October 20, 2011 Jill B wrote:
    That's the way Shirley. Don't let the damn thing beat you. I'm thinking of you every day and wishing you well. Saying lots of prayers too. Let the music from our special guys make your heart sing xxx
  • October 21, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
    Hi Shirley, Great news keep fighting and with our prayers you will pull through as Jeanine Ann says we are all thinking of you love and hugs Margaretxxxx
  • October 21, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Good afternoon dear friends from a chilly gloomy UK. Brrrrrr
    We have had rather a crazy morning. Darrell ordered Andre's Christmas Classics CD which arrived yesterday
    So we have been playing it all morning
    Feel in such a Christmasy mood I have just made some mince pies which we are going to enjoy with our afternoon cuppa in a minute. We are going out for a Carvery with friends tonight and I am bound to have Roast Turkey. Think I'll put the Christmas tree up in a minute. Only joking !!!!
    Hope everyone is well and happy and Jeanine Ann hasn't got a poor sore nose
    I won't be mean and say I hope you don't look like Rudolph (sorry I love you dearly really)
    Lotsaluv and smiles xxxx
  • October 21, 2011 Jill B wrote:
    You're very bright and festive this morning Josephine! I wish I was coming to your place for afternoon tea xx
  • October 21, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    My Dear Fay,  thank you so much for the prayer cards.  They are beautiful and I will send them  to those who need them and keep one for myself.  Thank you again my friend.  Love to Narelle and meows to Jasper.  Hugs
  • October 22, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    SWEET JOSé,

    Ha-ha I have been calling our sweet JEANINE ANN 'Rudolph' for a while! Now I have switched to "The Princess (Jeanine Ann) with the froggy in her throat!"
    Hey Girl, please SKYPE me, I need to show you something/someone beautiful!

    SWEET JEANINE ANN with the froggy in your throat (sorry),

    ONLY 28 DAYS TO GO!!! OH HAP HAP HAPPY DAYS!!! André is waiting in anticipation to meet you!! Ooooooohhhhh how exciting!
    Love u with all my heart! xx

    To all my wonderful FRIENDS,
    Thank you for a wonderful blog and for your friendship! You all rock! xxx

    Le vie est belle! May each minute be filled with Rieully beautiful music! Deirdré, A woman oh sooo in love xx
    1. October 22, 2011 Moderator Bill AZ wrote:
      Hi Deirdre,

      BUY A PROGRAM, usually sold in 1 booth right after "security" has checked you out.

      I'm not familiar enough with the music so I make notes on the program; things like the name of the soprano soloist that sang each number, the music sung by the Platin Tenors.....you get the idea.

      YES!  They're $20.00 however you will come to feel sorry for yourself in later years IF you don't buy one

      1. October 22, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
        Hi Bill,

        I will make notes on the program with my next concert, as long as I don't have to make notes across sweet and beautiful André's face! We will ask a lot of questions to the members of the orchestra next year in Maastricht. Good to see you on the blog!
        1. October 22, 2011 Moderator Bill AZ wrote:
          Andre has a beautiful multi page 11x17 booklet filled with photos of him & the Orchestra.

          Inside the booklet is an 8.5x11 page that has the printed program of music inserted inside the booklet that will be played. 

          I make my notes on the 8.5x11 printed insert that way I'm NOT writing on top of any of the full color photos.  The insert get changed when the music of the concert changes.  It's easy to change the insert/program of music because it is merely INSERTED inside the booklet

  • October 22, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Ha-Ha sweet BOB,

    You are sooooo right, we have NOT said everything there is to say about our MAN!! How could we? He is sooooo ...!! It is so cool that you had listened to André to China and back from China at 35000 ft. Oh wow, I am definitely flying KLM to Maastricht next year. Just imagine listening to André for 13 hours there and 13 hours back! I would be flying on Cloud 9 all the way! Nice to hear from you on the blog! Hugs xx
  • October 22, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    JEANINE ANN pleased you liked them you got them very quickly I think the contents is rather beautiful A guy always sends me a book of tickets to sell & always sends something else that can be passed on to others, I always try to pass on to people who are not in our parish not long now till you see Our Lovely Andre'Hope He plays His Waltz for you The one Himself & Frank Composed its is so beautiful; I left here this morning at 7.15 as I was serving 8.am Mass, Jasper was sitting on his cat tree, so I put Andre' on the IQ. box as Narelle was still asleep, & yes he was still sitting watching when she got up at 8.am, so Andre' has become not a baby sitter but a cat sitter ha ha, its not the first time I have done this, my boy has great taste;
  • October 22, 2011 Judith wrote:
    With Caring Thoughts To Shirley, I know you only through this wonderful blog and all the caring gals and guys who partake in many comments. Shirley, you have always come across as being one 'tough cookie' with much knowledge and compassion for all mankind. At this time I wish to convey to you, as you are being tested for the fight of your life. Everything that happens in this life is a gift. Even as you struggle through this difficult time, you are gaining strength and wisdom that will help you further down the road of life.
    'Remember', no matter what happens you'll 'always have people who care and pray for you' during these trying times.
    You are Special and You are a Tough Cookie; if GOD brought you to this, HE will certainly bring you THROUGH this!
    Sending "you" much love, hugs and prayers. Stay Strong and Tough.
  • October 23, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Hi Bob. Welcome Home. Great choice of music on your flight. Nothing but THE BEST obviously. Bob. You should know us girls by now. We haven't even got started yet. Soooo much to say about His Gorgeousness We will never stop tweeting
    Tweet tweet tweet

    Just watched that little DVD above again and couldn't help but notice how Andre stands out in a crowd. There could be a million people in the room but Andre is the one that I would notice. He is just soooo Special. One in a million trillion zillion. Mr Wonderful
    Sorry Bob. I haven't met you yet. I have that pleasure to look forward to. I guess you know by now how we feel about Andre
    It's a beautiful afternoon here in UK. The sun is shining. The birds are singing. The bees are buzzing.
    Le vie (definitely) est belle
    Love to you all xxxxxx
  • October 23, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    Okay everyone this is to die for!!!!




    1. October 23, 2011 Josephine wrote:
      I CANNOT POSSIBLY COMMENT ON THE GROUNDS THAT IT MAY INCRIMINATE ME
      XXXX
      1. October 23, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
        Hi dear Josephine, I completely understand!  haha

    2. October 23, 2011 Moderator Bill AZ wrote:
      Good one JA.  Although I must confess I'd have liked it even more if the camera had been focused on Barbara more.
      1. October 23, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
        I am sure you would Bill.  I see way too much of Barbara!  I can always put a photo of her on just for you. : )

    3. October 24, 2011 Gloria wrote:
      I am sooooooooooooo jealous - especially as Andre looked like he was enjoying dancing with her - I am sure he would enjoy dancing with me much more!!
    4. October 24, 2011 Jean Wallis wrote:
      Thank you Jeanine Ann for starting my week with my head in the clouds!!! He certainly is to'die for'!!!What more can is say?????
      Hugs and kisses, Jean
    5. October 24, 2011 Josephine wrote:
      Oh Andre. You are so masterful 'Come here my Lady' YES PLEASE
      Anyway. What does Barbara have that I don't!!!!
      Lots of love xxxx
      1. October 24, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
        Nothing Josephine, she is just a famous actress and we are not!! 

        1. October 24, 2011 Josephine wrote:
          I've signed up with RADA already
          Anythin she can do I can do better!!!
          xxxxx
          1. October 24, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:

            Dear Josephine, I agree.  I am next!!!

    6. October 26, 2011 Marlene Warren wrote:
      Ok Jeanine Ann, is this on a dvd? If so, which one? I loved it, Andre is incredible, the music is beautiful!
  • October 23, 2011 Brenda wrote:
    OH LUCKY LUCKY BARBARA !!!!!!!!!!!
  • October 23, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Jeanine Ann somewhere Andre' said He could'nt dance, like everything He does He does it well, wonder why Barbara did'nt do her buttons up, was she in too much of a hurry to be in Andre's arms, can't blame her, my claws are out & sharp
    1. October 23, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Hi Fay, to tell you the truth I didn't even see what Barbara was wearing haha.  But I would have been in a real hurry to dance with Andre.  That must be the ultimate thing to dance with Andre.  : )  He does do it well.  He is sooo gorgeous and my claws are out too.  Hugs

      1. October 24, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
        Dear JEANINE ANN,

        I wonder if those buttons were not left undone on purpose. Poor/lucky André had a hard time keeping that gap closed! Oh what a lucky lady! Oooohhh our André can dance, he is soooo elegant! Wish it was me!!

        Thank you so much sweet JA , this is to die for!! Love and hugs xxx
  • October 23, 2011 Maureen D wrote:
    Oh how lucky is that Barbara, are we to see more of her on our new Walz DVD, I think we will have to become more one-eyed and only focus on our beloved Andre. Can he dance or CAN he dance. The green-eyed monster is hanging around, the price of love.....
  • October 24, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
    It is wonderful to see Andre dancing, it would also be nice to see him dancing with one of his beautiful ladies in his orchestra sometime.
    Margaret xx
  • October 24, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    For the Guys...

     

     

     For The Ladies. . .

     

     
                            Photo. . .  AndreRieu.com



    1. October 24, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
      Dear Bill,

      Hope you are satisfied with the photos of the two lovely ladies!!

      HA-Ha my sweet JEANINE ANN,

      10/10 my Girl!! I just knew that it would be impossible to only put the ladies on!! Our MAN deserves to be featured on the blog with every opportunity that comes around!! Well done my girl,I am so proud of you!! Ain't he just beautiful, wonderful, handsome and gorgeous!! Ooooohhhh I am SO in LOOOOOVE!! My next door neighbor had to be called in once again with the smelling salts!!

      La vie est very belle! Hugs to all xx
  • October 24, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
    Thank you Jeanine Ann for these lovely photos, the girls are beautiful and Andre is out of this world as always

    luv and hugs xxxx Margaret
  • October 24, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Carmen is beautiful I love the interaction between Herself & Andre' I love Her voice as well & have been missing Her, & Mirusia She is beautiful & has the voice to go with it but I feel she is very much down to earth, I admire Her & Her flying through the air, I have no head for heights, what she did at the Maastricht concert was " hold your breathe" moment for me, but then Andre' I believe chooses very wisely who He show cases; JEANINE ANN, your concert time is getting close are you a tiny bit excited, you will enjoy I know can't wait to read all about it, you & Clyde are sensible to stay over, as its not yourself you need worry over on the roads but all the other stupid ?????????
    1. October 24, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Fay I am a WHOLE LOT EXCITED!!  We found our hotel for Fairfax thanks to a sweet lady named Kathy who lives there and who we are meeting for dinner before the concert.  Philadelphia is a little harder because the arena is in a big sports complex and all the hotels around there are expensive but we will find one.  We are only a few hours from Phila. but it will be late and dark and we just don't want to take a chance driving because there is a ton of traffic in that area.  I found out I may have aisle seats in Va. and you know what that means.  The seats seem to be numbered 1 to 16 from right to left and we have 15 and 16 so if they keep the seating as I see it now I will be on the end and the side Andre comes down.  OOOh happy days!!!!!  That would be my 4th hi-five.  Ooooh what is a woman to do!!!!  Sooooooo in Love.    Hugs

    2. October 25, 2011 Eve wrote:
      FAY, HI, and everybody,

      I too love Carmen's voice (reminds me of the great Callas, though not so forceful)and I think her technique is wonderful: she knows how to reach the high notes beautifully.

      BUT: I love ANDRE's voice more! What can I do?!?!
      When he speaks to the audience, regardless of the language, HE is DELICIOUS!
      He is beautiful in whatever he does!!

      Favorite piece now: Edelweiss!
      But then again, whatever He plays is wonderful!

      JEANINE ANN, I think I envy you a little, but I guess I'm entitled, but then I just think of next year's concert and everything falls into place.
      We are going to meet, all of us and ANDRE!! OMG!!

      Have a wonderful day, my Friends!

      Eve
  • October 24, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Are you excited or are you excited, I know just how you feel, to be in the presence of such a giving talented person is a momentous few hours, & He does give us so much of Himself & His people, ENJOY SWEET LADY; SYLVIA, we still have The Queen & Prince Phillip here they were in Brisbane yesterday & sailed up the Brisbane river there were such a crowd lining the river bank , She waved & they waved back, it was estimated that four hundred & fifty thousand came out to meet Her, all school children were given a holiday, & as she walked up from the boat it took a while as there were so many little ones with flowers which She stopped to collect, I admire this 84 year old Monarch, she is rather spritely, & The Duke is great for a 90 year old, but I bet they will be pleased to get home & put their feet up, The Queen is still wearing quite a high heel, something I can no longer do, where did you go for your cruise???;
  • October 25, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Sweet Jeanine Ann,

    ONLY 23 DAYS TO GO!!(A little more than three weeks.) And there is the possibility of ANOTHER HI-FIVE!!How lucky can you be, woweee!! You will have to wear something to catch André's eye. Ha-ha, I don't mean provocative,but rather something colorful.Love and hugs from: A woman oh sooo in love! xx
  • October 25, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Dear sweet JEANINE ANN,

    ONLY 23 DAYS TO GO, a little more than three weeks! Oooohhh and the prospect of another Hi-Five!!! How lucky can you be. Oh my sweet you will have to be bold and wear something that will catch André's eye. I said 'bold' my sweet, not 'daring!' Ha-ha!! I am so glad that you and Clyde will be meeting with other André fans. Pleeeeease take me with you, pleeeeease!! I PROMISE TO BEHAVE UP TO A CERTAIN POINT! Promise!! Love and hugs from: A woman oh soooo in love xx
  • October 25, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJ2l2Jm-ly4&feature=colike

    Hi friends.Hope you enjoy this interview if you have not already seen it
    Lot of love xxxxxxx
  • October 26, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    Andre interview in Mexico



  • October 26, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi All, Just a quick note, still in the throws of moving!!!! we didn't realise how dirty the house was, Becci has been a gem getting it cleaned, although it has been difficult with 2 small children, I have boxes every where at the moment sat on two cushions in my new house writing this but now have TV in here and internet connection.Big move on Satuday! To Shirley, just to say I am thinking of you and go for it!!!!!. One good thing on the horizon, 10th Nov GOING TO SEE ANDRE woooooooow, we got our itinery the other day we are to stay in the Brussels Airport Hotel, looks posh! Lillie is getting excited as well as us, evey day she tells us going on a bus and a boat to see Andre Music Man. All for now must get on hugs and luv Ruth P
  • October 26, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    ooooh that was a nice interview, I personally would like that big poster that was behind them both, I like the face Andre' is pulling, I wonder was Himself as relaxed as He came across, He can come & relax on my lounge any day He likes, I WISH ha ha; thank you for all the lovely wishes I am rather over come,it is also My Grandaughters birthday, she was 25, the best birthday gift ever, she was 1.3kg.,8 weeks early she fought to stay in this world had an infection & lost3inches of her bowel then MRSA, when she was 2 she had her gall removed as it was damaged by the drips that kept her alive, today she is a beautiful person & I love her dearly , one should not have favorites but I do, I love my other Granchildren but Samantha has a big place in my heart, she spent a lot of her early & teen years with us & we know each other well so I am most Blest to have her in my life, Narelle gave me a boxed set 0f 11 dvs of a beautiful Man playing beautiful music this set is a collectors item here in Australia & the box is a bit like Andre's castle, & lets face it one can never have too many dvds eh!!!
  • October 27, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    its very quiet on here at the moment has everyone gone on holidays or???, my new cd arrived the other day the music is so beautiful, the piece about New Zealand was composed by Andre' & Frank, the words by Andre's beautiful Marjorie, I never cease to be amazed at the talent given to us by these beautiful people, now I am waiting for the dvd its not released till the 30th. here. Sylvia I note what you mean about the writing in the cd , we have a saying when you don't understand something, " its all dutch to me" ha have a great day with lots of beautiful music, I had my carpets shampood today my villa smell beautiful;
  • October 27, 2011 Maureen D. wrote:
    It is very quiet at the moment everybody must be so busy or are you all daydreaming. Fay, I think Andre was concentrating on the interviewers Spanish language but I did like that look of concentration. Andre does love that jacket, makes him look special to me, do you like it Fay.
    Cheers Maureen xx
  • October 28, 2011 Gloria Futcher wrote:
    Maureen
    I don't know where everyone is - I have been busy at my son's store lately and am in the middle of trying to book a few days away in Spain- seems to take me ages on the internet

    I too love that jacket;e loks ovelyinit. Gloria
  • October 28, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Hi everybody on a beautiful UK afternoon. The sun has been shining all day. I hope all of you my dear friends have, like Andre been 'Dipped in Sunshine' Isn't that a great expression?
    Conjures up a feeling of warmth and happiness
    Maureen I just LURV that red jacket. It makes Andre stand out form the crowd.Not that he needs a red jacket to achieve that.
    It wasn't until recently I started thinking about it that I realised how much I like the colour red. My nephew said to me a couple of days ago that he likens people to colours. I asked him what colour I was and he said RED.
    I went to the hairdresser this week (which I hate) and asked her to put a bit of red in my hair. It has always had a red tint to it but has faded with the passing of the years. I said I didn't want to look like a pillar box. Well to put it mildly when I am walking down the road I am surprised the traffic doesn't come to a standstill!!!! Boy oh boy is it RED. I really don't care for it and will be glad when it fades.
    Well dear friends. That's about it for now.Lots of love xxxxxxxx
  • October 28, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    http://youtu.be/FLAurv0ZBPs

    Just makes me want to cry
    Please Please God
    Let this wonderful Man Live for ever
    xxxxxxxx
  • October 28, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi All, Still looking at all your messages. Had a bad day today awake most of night difficulty breathing (I have mild emphysema)could not walk properly 4.30am, went to docs this morning ssaid he wanted to admit to hospital!!!!! told him I was moving tomorrow so ended up on a nebuliser, on anti bi and steroids if it happens again to ring for ambulance. Reckon it was stress and doing too much.......will have to play Andre tomorrow all day on my portable CD player is that not a good idea??? Hugs and Luv Ruth
    1. October 28, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Oh Ruth I am so sorry that you were ill all night and this morning.  If you have emphysema it could have been the stress of moving which  brought on an attack.  Please take care and if it happens again please do call the ambulance.  Good luck with your move and your health.  Love and Hugs to you and Winston. 

  • October 28, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Maureen I like anything Andre' wears, the colours he does wear fascinate me they would look strange on the average person but on Himself they look sooo good, why is that do you think ? mind you the way he coordinates the colours also amaze me on the average man they would look strange, but Andre'dresses so tastefully & sexy, Narelle had an Andre' mouse pad made for me but I just cannot run the mouse over His face, she took last years calendar & had it scanned I love it, I usually throw old calendars out but coul'nt bring myself to put Andre' in the recycle bin thats a no no, yes I am crazy especially about a certain Man.
  • October 28, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Dear sweet Fay,

    Oh I do agree that the poster in the Mexican interview is gorgeous. I would not mind to have it. It is larger than life. I hope you had a wonderful birthday and it is so cool of Nelly to get you that box set. I too can never have enough André goodies. Hugs xx

    DEAR JEANINE ANN and JOSé,

    Thank you so much for the Mexican interview, it really made my day seeing our Music Man. He looked so charming and when I looked at the ladies that did the interview, I can see that André is loved and adored all over the world. Luv u 2

    Hey EVERYBODY,

    I am so sure that SOMEBODY is going to see ANDRé in CONCERT in the USA, but it slipped my mind who that person is. Does anybody know who it is? Perhaps we must ask our MODERATOR. She always seems to know everything!!!

    Ruthless,

    I am so glad that all of you are going to see our Music Man!!! Can I perhaps join you then we can all dance on the Blue Danube!! Hugs from me xx

    Sweet JUDé,

    Thank you soooo much for the e-card. You are a very special lady! Love your wit and good humor. I really hope that you would not get snowed in again this winter.xxx

    DEAR FRIENDS,I HOPE THAT YOU WILL ALL HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEKEND, FILLED WITH THE WORLD'S MOST BEAUTIFUL MUSIC! Hugs from A woman oh soooo in love! xxx
    1. October 28, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Sweet Deirdre, I think that person who is going to a concert in the USA is a nut case named Jeanine Ann.  She is that woman who is soooooooooooooo in love with a man who plays the violin.  She will go anywhere to see him and I don't blame her.  He is so absolutely gorgeous that no woman can resist him.  I think she is getting a little nervous now since there is not much time left.  But I know she is going to get photos and videos for everyone here.  I will tell her you asked about her. haha.  Much love and hugs

  • October 28, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    Thank you Josephine, I agree with your sentiments completely!!! 



    1. October 28, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Hi everyone, we are having a major snowstorm tomorrow.  If the comments are not approved you will know I have lost power.  Hopefully Bill will be around and will approve them.  Thanks and hugs

    2. October 29, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
      OH YES!!! I HAVE WATCHED THIS SEVERAL TIMES AND HAD EXACTLY THE SAME THOUGHTS!! I ASK THE LORD EACH AND EVERY DAY TO WATCH OVER ANDRé AND KEEP HIM AND THE JSO SAFE FOR MANY YEARS TO COME!!! Oh my goodness, what a man. Sooooo many emotions and soooo much to give!!

      Sweet JEANINE ANN,
      I really hope and pray that you do not lose power. We are thinking of you and Clyde. Please take care and look after yourself! Luv u xxx

      OH RUTHY,

      Please do not be so RUTHLESS!! Take care of yourself Girl, the little ones need their OMA! hugs xx

      LOVE AND HUGS TO ALL!! Deirdré, A woman oh soooo in loooove!! xxx
  • October 28, 2011 Jill B wrote:
    I'm sorry to hear you had such a terrible night Ruth. I hope you're feeling much better today.
  • October 28, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    OH SO BEAUTIFUL we all must have received the same email, someone has gone to a lot of trouble to put different moments to each piece of music, very skillfully I might add, I wonder who of Andre's people did this, or was it Andre' Himself, do any of you have the new cd? what do you think of all the new music, beautiful or what? plus some very different ones as well, my dvd from Ovation is on its way, but I am wondering when the Christmas one will be released, that should be interesting, Christmas in a heatwave, only Andre' could think up that one eh? JOSEPHINE you will have to put a photo on the blog of your new colour, I have been told to lighten a vivid colour wash hair with anti dandruff shampoo????often;
  • October 29, 2011 Mary wrote:
    Hi all
    Back from Cape Town. A long drive (15 hours) need another holiday to recover!
    Jeanine Ann - You must enjoy your concert - something to look forward to!
    Ruth - Hope you are better. Stress is not good for our bodies, but we cannot avoid all the stress even if we want to.
    Deirdre - ek sal jou kontak, wil net al my bearings bymekaar kry.
    Was at the dentist yesterday - he had to remove the tooth - now it must get better and then a bridge!
    Enjoy your week-end and Andre!
    Love
    Mary xxx
    1. October 29, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
      Hey Mary,

      We are glad that you are back! Did you climb Table Mountain? Oh I did in March and was nearly swept off the mountain by gale force wind!! Ha-ha I climbed the mountain for André when we were there in March for his concert. I will climb any mountain and will follow every rainbow to see him in concert! Hoop om gou van jou te hoor! xxx

      Sweet José,

      Did you change the color of your hair!! I WOULD LOVE TO SEE IT! Hugs xx

      Dear JUDé,

      Thank you so much for the card. You had me puzzled for a while, ha-ha! I tried the 42 piece puzzle and it took me AGES to complete it! I thought I was doing an André puzzle and wanted to see all 42 pieces of him! Enjoy the rest of your weekend girl! Hugs xxx

      LA VIE EST BELLE!! Our MODERATOR'S CONCERT IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER AND SHE PROMISED MANY PHOTOS AND A VIDEO!
  • October 29, 2011 Margaret Brent wrote:
    Hi Jeanine Ann, On Tuesday this week we had the most horendous thunderstorm and halestones fell for about half an hour, we are in the south west Somerset and it was really scarey, Icant remember such a violent storm ever after the fork lightening you couldnt even count to one b efore the thunder clap and it was right overhead the halestones didnt disappear either for three or four hours hope you dont get too much of a snow storm today luv and hugs Margaret xx.
  • October 29, 2011 Virginia Baker wrote:
    Started writing and it disappeared. Anyway, if you bought tickets through PBS for Manchester you can go to the meet and greet for $50. PBS called -- it's $50 for the three of us combined. It is so embarrassing, the venue is very sparsely filled, best seats still available and obviously no one signed up for meet and greet. Why doesn't Andre's organization get it? Sure diehard fans and people who watch PBS will go, but no one else has a clue he is coming. Add that to Thanksgiving weekend and it's a terrible situation. People who have lots of family coming and who might have gone themselves, won't be taking a whole group. It's very sad -- and unnecessary. It is not good news for the northeast. I thought with no concert in Boston, Manchester would fill but no such luck. Well, I guess he's used to it in the US but this is worse than usual. I guess if everyone moves to the front we can have our own private concert.
  • October 29, 2011 Eve wrote:
    UNFORGETTABLE!

    HE IS!

    HI, FRIENDS, yes, ANDRE RIEU will be in our hearts forever!
    My love for Him is forever!
    And my love for my friends is forever, they are my life!

    Eve
  • October 29, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi All, Thank you so much for your kind concerns, I am glad to say, feel much better today, meds seems to be working.
    Hopefully will have all my stuff in the new cottage by tomorrow, I have plenty of time now to put in order. Hugs and Luv Ruth P
  • October 29, 2011 Maureen D. wrote:
    Oh happy days, my DV The Walz goes on is in the post,I didn't order the CD so I am so excited to see how lovely the music and of course Andre is.
    Hope you are back soon Jeanine Ann
    Maureen
  • October 30, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Dear Bill,

    It seems to me Jeanine Ann is without power due to some heavy snowfall. Would you please be so kind to approve the comments on the blog in her absence. Thank you for always helping out. We do appreciate your help as moderator on this wonderful blog. Hugs from all of us.
  • October 30, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
    Hey my sweetie Girl,

    We miss you so very much and our prayers are with you. Hope your power is back soon!

    OH HAP HAP HAPPY DAYS!!! ONLY 20 DAYS TO GO TO YOUR FIRST MAGICAL RIEU CONCERT!!We are looking forward to your concert report on our Darling Man and of course ALL the gorgeous photos!! Thank you for a wonderful blog and all your time and love! LOVE FROM ALL OF US! xx
    1. October 30, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Hi sweet Deirdre and ALL I am at Starbucks.  Thanks for putting the note on I guess Bill is not at home.  We have no power since yesterday morning so I am getting everything done here while I can.  Everything in our area is a mess.  Trees down all over the place.  We were out last evening knocking the 8 inches of snow off our favorite trees (the trees we planted in memory of Honi and Cotton).  Lots of people lost trees and no one has power and we don't even have cell phone power which is a little disconcerting due to emergency calls but we will be fine.  I am working on the November pages and if necessary we will go to Starbucks tomorrow to publish them.  We have never had a snowstorm of this magnitude for 59 years.  If you drive a few miles out of our community there is hardly any snow!  We are about 100ft higher than  the surrounding areas and it dumped on us.  We even had thunder snow yesterday.  But all is well and we have food but no hot water.  Hope all is well with everyone on the blog.  Thinking of all of you.  Love and hugs,  JA

      1. October 30, 2011 Marlene Warren wrote:
        You take care Jeanine Ann! I can't believe the snow you are having over there. I saw a clip this morning and it's really a mess. Stay warm and know we are thinking about you. I'm sure you got a supply of batteries in so that at least you can listen to Andre!
      2. October 30, 2011 Virginia Baker wrote:
        We were quite lucky. Many people lost power but I didn't. And, we didn't have all that much snow. It's still on the ground but the roads are clear. It's pretty windy still. Cats stood there for a minute shaking one foot and then the other but then off they went. I notice they keep coming in though. Thank heavens we are not without heat. It is cold here and in the 20s tonight. Thank heaven for modern conveniences. How they did it in the 1700s before the advent of effective stoves, I don't know.
      3. October 30, 2011 Eve wrote:
        JEANINE ANN, darling,

        Take care, so it seems that winter came too early this year. Good that you are safe. I hope the snow will melt and the roads will be clear when you start for the concert!
        I'm thinking of you and praying that all goes well!
        I love you so much!

        Eve
      4. October 30, 2011 Ruth wrote:
        Hi Jeanine Ann and Clyde, It sounds dreadful where you are, everywhere seems to be having strange weather, please do take care.
        Hugs and Luv Ruth P
  • October 30, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    http://www.persoonvanhetjaar.nl/


    Hi all. The link above is to vote for His Gorgeousness for Person of the Year
    Please vote. He is in second place to Michael Jackson and we can't have that now can we.xxxx
    1. October 30, 2011 Deirdre Kruger wrote:
      Oh Yes Fans,

      PLEEEEEASE KEEP ON VOTING EACH AND EVERY DAY!!! WE CANNOT NOT LET ANDRE WIN. HE IS THE MOST LOVED PERSON IN THE WORLD AND REALLY NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT!!GO AND VOTE- SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR ANDRE!!

      Hugs from A woman oh soooo in love!xx
    2. October 31, 2011 Virginia Baker wrote:
      I don't mean to rain on your parade but you need to look at the standings. Michael has 35,000 votes, Elvis has 32,000 and Andre has 19,000. He will be Third, same as last year. I consider him first because the others are dead.
  • October 30, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    Oh poor Jeanine Ann and Clyde.It must be a horrible time for you. I am glad you can get to Starbucks where it is warm and cosey and you can get a lovely hot cup of coffee to keep you going. As long as you have food at home we don't mind you being a bit pongy for a few days. Keep smilin girl. Thanks for thinking of us and carrying on with the blog. You're a star Lots of love xxxx
  • October 30, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Jeanine Ann, you have surely had a dumping of snow, the weather is trully crazy, we have been back to winter with quite cold days which I don't mind as I like the heat but not the horrible humidity, that makes me quite ill; I hope Andre' does'nt plan to fly Qantas any time soon cause they are'nt, because of all the different strikes the head man has grounded the whole fleet,that did'nt just put a "fly in the ointment"as the saying goes it put a big bird, so many people stranded, it has far reaching consequences,as you all know so many people rely on the airlines for goods etc. etc;Maureen you will enjoy the dvd mine too is on the way, but i love the cd to listen to as jasper & I go off to sleep, if I don't have Andre' on he pulls my hair & if that does'nt work 1 claw will stick into my head, the music on the new one is Heavenly, I love the waltz that Andre' & Frank wrote, in fact I love it all its different, so much talent that is shared with us all, I am glad to be alive at this moment in time; Josephine I have gone back to voting for Andre' for the last 5 weeks, ;
  • October 30, 2011 Maureen D. wrote:
    Thinking of you Jeanine Ann and Clyde,I hope you are more comfortable as soon as possible.
    Love Maureen xxxx
  • October 30, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi All, Have now all my furniture and my belogings in the new cottage, it's great feeling warm!! (Sorry Jeanine Ann)
    My sister and brother in law also Becci and he partner have worked really hard these last 2 days. Should not be too long before things get sorted out. Hugs and Luv Ruth P
  • October 30, 2011 Jill B wrote:
    The snow storms sound amazing.
    Jeanine Ann whatever is 'thunder snow'?
    Virginia you are going to have a wonderfully up close and personal concert.
  • October 30, 2011 Fay Roberts wrote:
    Jeanine Ann our news here tells me 3 million homes on the coast in USA are without power thats is awfull how are your cats coping, at least you are able to get to Starbucks so can get a hot drink; my dvd came today so jazz & I will watch that tonight, it looks like there is more on it than foxtel showed on studio, take care sweet friend we are thinking of you;
  • October 31, 2011 Ruth wrote:
    Hi Jeanine Ann, Monday morning have just watched the news it look awful. Hope you are all ok. Hugs and Luv. Ruth P
  • October 31, 2011 Mary wrote:
    Hi everybody
    Jeanine Ann - Hope you all are well after the heavy snow. We saw on our TV all the snow! must be scary. Just hope everything is clear when you must go to the concert!
    Deirdre - sit myself en bejammer met 'n seer mond. Die wortels van die kroon uit geboor. Nou moet dit net gesond word (3 maande) en dan 'n brug.
    Love and hugs to all and have a great Andre day!
    Love
    Mary xxx
  • October 31, 2011 Josephine wrote:
    BOOOOOOOOOO HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYBODY

    Oh Jeanine Ann. How are you sweet girl. Doesn't look as though you even got to your favourite watering hole Starbucks today. I hope you are safe and warm

    VIRGINIA I don't understand this voting. All I know is that every Andre fan has GOT TO VOTE every day. Andre has got to win this year. Come on folks. Please. Vote Vote Vote

    RUTH. So glad your move is going well. You will be well and truly settled for Christmas

    Thanks to Bill or whoever is keeping us all together

    Lots of warm hugs xxxxx
    1. October 31, 2011 Eve wrote:
      OH, MY, JOSEPHINE, you scared me!

      HAPPY HALLOWEEN, EVERYONE!

      So, booooo! from me too, or should I ask: "Trick or treat"?
      Oh, how I love the Halloween tradition (and anything that is American!) and I always enjoy the Halloween movies!

      Sweet Jo, how about the treat we are gonna have next year in Maastricht? Do you think you can wait that long?? But, hey, 8 months will pass in a heartbeat (a longer one) and we'll meet! We will meet, we will be there, we will dance and we will have the time of our life!
      Oh, my God, I feel I'm almost there.
      Seeing ANDRE in real life, that is an adventure!

      Happy Halloween once again to everybody, I love you all, my friends!!

      Eve
  • October 31, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
    Hi everyone!  Just an update.  Still no power.  It came on last night for 5 minutes.  Evidently they tried to get it up and running and blew a transformer right in our community and still no trucks today.  People are getting a little stressed.  We checked on our neighbors who are in their mid eighties and their house was so cold so Clyde said they could have our generator but the man did not want to do that.  He wanted a place to go for a shower and a good nights sleep so Clyde told him to go out and get a motel room for two nights which he did and he stayed with his wife until he got back.  The motels are filling up fast.  Most of the people in our community are older and have no other means of heat.  We do have a fireplace even though just propane, it does keep the living room warm.  We have had no baths since Saturday and no hot water for drinks.  We have the community center but we like to keep that for the older people who need to sleep down there.  It is like a shelter in the even of emergencies such as this. 

    Anyway I am going to publish the Guesbook before I leave here this afternoon since we only have today for the October page so please feel free to use the new page.  I will get the Birthdays on tomorrow.  I hope we have our power tonight but who knows.  Okay hope everyone is fine here and I will see you later.  Enjoy the November page and I will see you there.  Love and hugs.  JA

  • November 1, 2011 Karen Barry wrote:
    Happy November to all the Andre bloggers. I lost my message to you all a few weeks back, but I was thinking of you Happy fans. I went to tab submit and my screen just disappeared completely. However I hope this one is ok. I think of you Shirley every day and send you blessings, love and caring in my prayers. You are not alone although it feels like it.
    Jeanine Ann I am also thinking of you too watching the dreadful snow storms in your part of US. I hope you have power and hot water on again. I watch Skye news, plus all our free news channels.We get good coverage I feel sympathy for the elderly. I leave for my cruise to New Zealand on November 19th- December 3rd. I will miss my Andre News. I have my CD and DVD released last Friday 28th Oct. of "The Waltz goes on" Beautiful music.
    Love to all the friends and bloggers. Keep up the great letters. love and hugs KB
  • November 8, 2011 SYLVIA SEIDEL wrote:
    I'm from Long Island, NY and was wondering if their is a fan club in my area. I'm going to my 1st concert on 11/26 @ Nassau Coliseum.
    1. November 8, 2011 Moderator Jeanine Ann wrote:
      Hi Sylvia, we are a fan site for Andre Rieu and you certainly are invited to join us.  We keep you up to date with the latest news and photos and video of Andre Rieu.  We have a very nice group of fans who love to talk about Andre and we have a lot of fun.  You will be most welcome here.  Please let us know about your concert at the Nassau Coliseum and join us in conversation in the meantime.  Big hugs to you.  Where do you live Sylvia?

       

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