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[Deep Freeze] Tuesday, February 02, 2010 5:48:02 AM 
YOW!!! Man, I hate snow. We just don't get much here. The cold is bad enough on me, I can't imagine dealing with snow all the time!
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[Necroticist] Tuesday, February 02, 2010 5:44:29 AM 
Is 11.45 ish - 4'' deep in snow and bloody freezing...lol...about -6c   i gotta go out in this....last night i nearly went on my ass, skidded down a pathway...
[Deep Freeze] Tuesday, February 02, 2010 5:37:26 AM 
Good to see you Steve old man!! Long time! I would call you a fellow insomniac but I would think it is going on noon there in the UK, no?? Around 3:30 AM here. Could not sleep so I figured i would come out by the fire and leave the Princess in peace.




Edited at: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 5:38:19 AM
[Necroticist] Tuesday, February 02, 2010 5:24:55 AM 
Hi blah ppl - soz i ain't been around for a while....had a few health issues...hope u are all well and still rockin'...i do read the posts...i love u all - chat soon. Steve.
[Jeanine] Monday, February 01, 2010 10:32:24 PM 
HUGS Joe.  Hang in there my friend.
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[joedraper] Monday, February 01, 2010 3:02:12 PM 
To everyone who has given me words of condolence and comfort in this horrible time in my life, I cannot thank you enough or show you how much your support means to me.  I'm still so shellshocked. In a dark place but I know with family like you here, I'll find my way out xxx
[HOT!!! FOR LOVE!!!] Monday, February 01, 2010 2:33:37 PM 



"A certain joker on here is about to get me fired up and that's one thing you don't want to do."

[acolyte55] Sunday, January 31, 2010 11:53:09 PM 
reach out anytime  hearts and thoughts
[Demonizer13] Sunday, January 31, 2010 11:37:43 PM 

Huge shout out to JP!! Congrats on FINALLY winning the Grammy!!!!!

[Demonizer13] Sunday, January 31, 2010 11:36:29 PM 
Joe, I sm sorry to hear of your loss. There is nothing I could ever say to make you feel better. Just know that in the future the pain and loss you feel now will subside. I will not say it will go away, but know that you have friends here you can share with.
[spapad] Sunday, January 31, 2010 8:29:43 PM 
I'm so sorry Joe.  Nothing I could say could truly help right now. Just know we all love you. We're here when you need us.
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[ron h] Sunday, January 31, 2010 4:58:54 PM 
I'm so sorry to hear such tragic news Joe ((hug))
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[hellrider 31038] Sunday, January 31, 2010 4:37:54 PM 
hi joe i am terribly sorry to hear.my deepest sympathy to you and her family
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[Becks] Sunday, January 31, 2010 4:31:11 PM 
Oh my goodness, I am so so sorry to hear that Joe. What a tragedy. If you ever need to talk, we are all here for you xxx
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[Head banger] Sunday, January 31, 2010 4:01:14 PM 
Joe, best wishes to you, and the family.  terrible shame.
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[joedraper] Sunday, January 31, 2010 3:59:55 PM 
http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=139&art_id=nw20100131181525891C567650


Thanks Guido

I think I need to try get some sleep, if I can. I'm going to see her oldest son tomorrow. I'm in such a huge amount of disbelief and shock right now... I need all the support I can get right now so thank you for being here for me x
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[guidogodoy] Sunday, January 31, 2010 3:50:33 PM 
Oh, Joe. SO sorry to hear that news. "Freak accident" you say? Chute not open?

I don't mind if you care / cannot talk about it. 34 with kids. What a loss.

Know that we are always here for you. PM at any time if only to serve as a source of distraction. My condolences, to her family and to you, my friend.
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[joedraper] Sunday, January 31, 2010 3:42:46 PM 
A really close friend of mine died today in a freak skydiving accident. I'm mixed between feeling like I'm going to throw up and like my body is numbed. I cannnot digest that this has just happened. She was 34 and she has two children who I am particularly close to. 

I don't know how to deal with this. My God. 
I'll never see her again, never talk to her on the phone again and if I had any idea that wednesday was going to be the last time I'd ever see her.. Fuck it. there's so much I would have done differently. I would have insisted on a longer visit and I'd have told her that I loved her and we went through so much together and she just was such a unique beautiful person.

I'm hurting really bad right now.
[Becks] Sunday, January 31, 2010 2:21:04 PM 
Morning everyone! Another weekend is over. And what a crazy weekend it was, involving a BBQ at a friends place, followed by several hours at A&E on sunday morning. Long story, but all is ok!
[Vaillant 3.0] Sunday, January 31, 2010 1:49:21 PM 
Good morning/afternoon, Spa!!

Yet another BEAUTIFUL day here. Very sunny and mild.
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[spapad] Sunday, January 31, 2010 1:43:22 PM 
Hello everyone! Snow is melting away today, looks like clear roads for a Monday morning commute!
[hellrider 31038] Sunday, January 31, 2010 12:58:05 PM 
hey ron great to see you my METAL BROTHER.HEEEELLLLL YEEEAHHHHHHHHHHHHH
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[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 31, 2010 10:35:59 AM 
HAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!! Of course not!! I stand as a "living example"......
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[Head banger] Sunday, January 31, 2010 10:10:47 AM 
what and without snow its imposible to find examples of stupidity in Vegas?
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[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 31, 2010 8:57:27 AM 
A very fine day to you as well, Ron! And thank you for all the nice "promotion". I should think you need to be on the payroll.... HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!! Also good to see  Rick "popping in". Beware that treacherous snow! We don't get much here in the desert but, when we do, the stupidity of makind is clearly on display.



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[ron h] Sunday, January 31, 2010 7:17:08 AM 
'Morning / Day fellow Metalheads



Well, the first month of 2010 is just about in the books!!  I'm hoping Priest closes it out with a Grammy tonight, I'll be watching but I think I might have to wade through a lot of crap before it gets to their category.   I'll be rooting for our guys and keeping my fingers crossed, but either way I couldn't be happier for them to at least be recognized as a nominee!!!

Great to hear you had such a great time Becks!!  You don't get many shows there so I'm happy you took advantage of the opportunity, and I too am glad you didn't get squished!!! 

Checked out your vid Freeze, most impressed!!!  When you touring the States???  Make sure you hit Chicago!!! 
[Metallark] Sunday, January 31, 2010 7:10:05 AM 
Got 6 inches of snow yesterday. Most in 10 years. Couldn't resist a few donuts in a vacant parking lot while I was out and about yesterday. If I only had a dollar for every car I saw yesterday that had an inner tube strapped to it's roof.
[spapad] Saturday, January 30, 2010 1:43:18 PM 
"I'm gonna go play in the sunshine" "romp like a spring kitten" You people make me sick! HA!!  I'm freezing and you like to talk about sun! Would you eat in front of a half starved person and not offer them anything you cruel people!! LMAO!
[Deep Freeze] Saturday, January 30, 2010 1:15:30 PM 
VERY nice here as well. Low 50's and crystal clear!
[Vaillant 3.0] Saturday, January 30, 2010 1:12:33 PM 
HA!! It's a beautiful and sunny day here in NorCal. I'm debating whether to visit the capital or just enjoy the sunlight from home while doing homework.
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[spapad] Saturday, January 30, 2010 1:07:57 PM 
It's a snowy Saturday! Time to go play in the snow with the car! lol
[Vaillant 3.0] Saturday, January 30, 2010 12:46:54 PM 
Good morning, ladies and gents of the Noticeboard.

Rejoice, for it is Saturday. Let the fun and games begin!!
[Head banger] Friday, January 29, 2010 4:00:30 PM 
thank god.  last time I saw them he did more solos than the band did songs.  only show I ever saw where everyone was sitting for most of it.
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[Becks] Friday, January 29, 2010 2:24:14 PM 
Just the one that I remember, it went on for AGES, was so awesome LOL!
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[Deep Freeze] Friday, January 29, 2010 9:32:05 AM 
You know, Fridays really "blow" television-wise. Nothing worth watching, even on Discovery. Good thing I DVR'd the Ghost Hunters stuff....HA!!!!!!!!!!
[Head banger] Friday, January 29, 2010 8:10:21 AM 
yep, always good to give the fans who wanted to see the whole band lots of time for bathroom breaks.
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[Deep Freeze] Friday, January 29, 2010 8:08:49 AM 
HA!!!!!!!!!!!! Well, you know what they say; Always go with your best pitch!
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[Head banger] Friday, January 29, 2010 7:40:17 AM 

how many long drawn out solos did angus do?


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[spapad] Thursday, January 28, 2010 9:56:28 PM 
I always liked the strip job Angus does. He's so funny doing that. He's no bigger than a minute and he has never slowed down. The rest of the band has, but not him. He'll outlive us all. lol They are truely enjoyable live.
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[Deep Freeze] Thursday, January 28, 2010 9:23:46 PM 
Sounds like it was a GREAT time!! Funny that Angus is still doing that "striptease" thing at his age and..umm....appearance. Ah well, more power to the lad! He can still play like nobody's business!!!
[guidogodoy] Thursday, January 28, 2010 7:39:55 PM 
Oh, nice Becks! I'll echo the sentiments of all in that I am glad you had a nice time, that you wrote such a wonderful review and, especially, that you weren't squished!
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[HOT ROCKIN' METAL GODDESS] Thursday, January 28, 2010 6:20:25 PM 
AWESOME Becks!! I'm so glad you had a great time, except for the bruises of course. It sucks to be against the barrier when all the idiots start pushing to try to get closer. I've learned to brace my arms and knees against it which helps somewhat. I guess all those years of playing basketball paid off, LOL! I loved your review! I wish we could have seen them this past summer when they were touring, it sounds like we missed a really good show! Glad they played your favorites too!
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[Vaillant 3.0] Thursday, January 28, 2010 6:08:00 PM 
Awesome review, Becks!! Glad you had a great time, even if you almost got squished!!
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[Becks] Thursday, January 28, 2010 6:04:20 PM 
Hey everyone, we're home from AC/DC! HOLY CRAP it was a great show! They had two Kiwi bands opening, The Checks (thoroughly meh) and Shihad (pretty damn cool) and AC/DC came on at about 8:55pm. What a show, they played a slew of their hits, Back in Black, The Jack, Shoot to Thrill, and they played for just under 2 hours. Angus did a massive guitar solo with some audience interaction, and he did a funny little strip tease to The Jack, revealing AC/DC boxers! LOL!!!!!! It was a spectacle really, awesome props and wee cartoon movies - one to open the show with Rock n Roll Train, and one that went with War Machine. We're a bit battered and bruised this morning, we were up against the barrier of our area and got smashed! Craig and his sister were trying to stop me from getting squished LOL being onlt 5'2"/160cm and about 127 pounds, I would have gotten squished big time if they hadn't pushed idiots back. In the first half hour over half a dozen people got pulled out from our area alone. Including a girl who collapsed only 20 minutes in to AC/DC's set. All in all, it was a fantastic show, and well worth every cent we spent on the tickets. My favourite parts included Angus going up on a hydraulic platform thing during his solo, Shoot to Thrill (one of my favourite AC/DC songs) and just the atmosphere, which was fantastic. We were all very sore afterwards, and this morning, but it was worth it!
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[K2M] Thursday, January 28, 2010 4:37:02 PM 
Dear Lord
[LORD of TEXAS] Thursday, January 28, 2010 3:06:53 PM 

rock and roll  from texas

[Painkiller87] Thursday, January 28, 2010 2:01:12 PM 
 
METAL!!!

Edited at: Thursday, January 28, 2010 2:01:40 PM
[K2M] Thursday, January 28, 2010 1:31:19 PM 
METAL !!!!
[Deep Freeze] Wednesday, January 27, 2010 1:49:04 PM 
Ah!!! Concert night!!! What a wonderful and exciting time, indeed!!!! Have fun, my dear!!!
[momo] Wednesday, January 27, 2010 1:41:38 PM 
Have a great time Becks!
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[Becks] Wednesday, January 27, 2010 1:30:56 PM 
Hello everyone, just popping in before we head away to the city for tonights AC/DC concert! I'll be back tomorrow
[Justin Kenny] Monday, January 25, 2010 6:01:35 PM 
Good for you Freeze!     Good to see you've gotten the fire re-lit, and that the gig went down as well as it did!!

Yeh...I'm outta the loop....I'm like a month behind what everyone else already knows...I'm a chat-whore....I likes my contact in more real-time...but, those of you who know me ...well....you know me like that...so.....LOL....

....but I DO check in from time to time....keep y'all on dem there toes....y'dig?

Let it rock...let it roll.....keep dem inner children playin'!!!!
[joedraper] Monday, January 25, 2010 5:22:00 AM 
Freeze, I haven't had a chance to check out the myspace vids yet but the pics look like you kicked some metal ass! and it looks like you guys had a great time! I am so glad it went well for you!
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[Vaillant 3.0] Sunday, January 24, 2010 9:16:58 PM 
Heheh...sorry. Just wanted to compliment DF on his and the band's performance. Carry on!
[Vaillant 3.0] Sunday, January 24, 2010 9:13:32 PM 
GO DF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Great job! You guys sounded awesome! Keep it up!!
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[spapad] Sunday, January 24, 2010 9:13:29 PM 
So true! to convey so much humor within one frame is awesome!
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[guidogodoy] Sunday, January 24, 2010 9:01:05 PM 
Larson, IMO, was a master. Very few have managed to rival his wit.
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[spapad] Sunday, January 24, 2010 8:51:32 PM 
I used to have a Far Side book but it somehow grew legs and walked off. lol
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[guidogodoy] Sunday, January 24, 2010 8:28:25 PM 
HAAA!!! I have it in a Far Side book. I have the entire collection. Got Calvin and Hobbs too, for that matter. LOL! Yeah, I am an adult.
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[spapad] Sunday, January 24, 2010 8:20:28 PM 
I wish I could find the cartoon, but long ago the Far Side cartoon released one I laughed my butt off about!
It was a picture of exhausted people doing excercise and in a cave like dwelling with fire about. Their instuctor was the devil and he was wearing the 80's style aerobic outfit and yellling "Only 1,000,000,000 more leg lifts to go!"  The Cartoon was entitled "Aerobics in Hell" lol
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[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 24, 2010 8:11:37 PM 
MOOOCHAS graaaaceeeas there, my dear Spa! Not sure about the weight thing but , if anything, that devil of a personal trainer I have is the one causing change. I swear they must manufacture these guys in hell..... HA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey GD, I know exactly what you are saying. I cannot begin to count the number of memories that flooded my mind as we walked into that bar last night!  The nights in L.A. in the tiny bars. The LOOOOONG parties. Oh boy.

In any event, I truly appreciate ALL your kind remarks! It was a great night and I honestly wish you guys could have been there.
[spapad] Sunday, January 24, 2010 8:00:00 PM 
Congrats Freeze on a great night! You sure looked as though you enjoyed everyminute of it. Might I add, (and not to be an asskiss), but it looks like this band gigging has shaved a few pounds off you!  Whatever it is, it's working for ya!
Wish we all could have been there cheering you on! 
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[hellrider 31038] Sunday, January 24, 2010 6:58:51 PM 
HELL YEAH COOOOMMMMMMAAAAANNNNNDDDDDEEEERRRR
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[hellrider 31038] Sunday, January 24, 2010 6:57:07 PM 
HEEEEELLLLLLL  YEEEEEEAAAAAHHHHHHHHH FREEZE AWESOME MAN.i am really happy for you man.HELL YEAH
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[guitardude] Sunday, January 24, 2010 6:39:00 PM 
 Finally watched the vid, very cool Freeze. God the memories it brought back with those small venues with n o real stage to speak of, damn I want to do it all over again!!!
Well Done
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[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 24, 2010 6:25:07 PM 

Sincere thanks to all!  That was the first time in YEARS that the Princess and I were out so late, especially at a bar!! Had the time of our lives! EVERYONE there was friendly and supportive and it was an environment that really makes you feel good. Spent time chatting with other musicians and sharing ideas. Listened to a couple INCREDIBLE bands. Had some VERY humbling compliments. It was just a wonderful evening.

It is easy to see from the videos that I am thoroughly enjoying myself, as were my bandmates. Our first show was just as perfect as we could have ever hoped for. Got an "invite" from one of the other, more established acts to join them on a "mini-tour" around Vegas at some other "locals" venues. Things are looking VERY good for us. Clearly we will get better as we play more shows. I tell you, had you heard some of these other acts, you would have been floored! I mean, these guys were simply remarkable. So tight. So entertaining. I learned a lot from them. I am flattered that they asked us to join them.

It's been a LONG time since I felt this way. The fire has been re-lit! All I can think of is playing again! I am really looking forward to it. I am looking forward to getting better. THAT will be the true pay off!!!

[paorcamp] Sunday, January 24, 2010 5:42:57 PM 
HEY FREEZE!!good to see that you're doing great with your project...I hope everything's going the way it should be and that you can keep going that way...that's aweeeessome!! congrats and keep the faith!!
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[guidogodoy] Sunday, January 24, 2010 5:26:22 PM 
No stuttering on my end either. Looked awesome! I especially liked War Pigs. Sounded great. Congrats again, mon ami.
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[Becks] Sunday, January 24, 2010 5:16:46 PM 
Awesome stuff!!! Looks like an awesome show Freeze, bravo to you all!
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[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 24, 2010 4:38:52 PM 
OK gang!!! VIDEOS are now available on our MySpace page!  Don't know about YOUR computers but , when I try to play them on MINE, it starts and stops CONSTANTLY. Incredibly irritating so I hope you all have better luck!!!!!

http://www.myspace.com/hymnforthedying






[kiamat] Sunday, January 24, 2010 4:03:07 PM 

Looks pretty awesome Freeze!


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[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 24, 2010 2:38:41 PM 

Yet another!!! GREAT place for local musicians! VERY friendly crowd and they were TOTALLY into it. A wonderful experience!!!

 

[Becks] Sunday, January 24, 2010 2:32:46 PM 
Awesome stuff Freeze! Sounds like you had a great gig!!
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[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 24, 2010 2:17:21 PM 
HA!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks you guys!!! I am still not sure how to post the videos but here is another picture!!!

[J.D. DIAMOND] Sunday, January 24, 2010 1:15:32 PM 
HELL YEAH FREEZEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thats fuckin awsome my friend!!! Hell yeah,it sounds like you rocked that place last night man,I only wish hellrider and I were there up front head bangin' front row with spikes and studs wielding through the air! lol! Seriously man,that is freakin cool to hear man,we are all very excited for you my friend!!!
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[HOT ROCKIN' METAL GODDESS] Sunday, January 24, 2010 12:55:02 PM 
AWESOME Freeze!! I knew you'd ROCK the place off its foundation! I can't wait to see the pictures and video! Wish we could have been there - I bet it was fantastic And you may be surprised by what a little digital camera can do these days. The video we took at the Priest shows was with our Cannon PowerShot and many people thought it was professional! HAAAAAAAAHAHAHAHA!!!
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[guidogodoy] Sunday, January 24, 2010 12:17:26 PM 
Kewl!
You have a bowling glove too! Never realized you were a lefty. HAAAAA!
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[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 24, 2010 12:08:52 PM 
OK, here's one from just before the show started.....MORE to follow!

[guidogodoy] Sunday, January 24, 2010 11:25:11 AM 
Yeah! Great to hear!

Can't wait to see some shots but, until then, congrats!
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[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 24, 2010 11:21:42 AM 
GOOD MORNING my friends!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh what a night!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  We had the most incredibly fantastic evening!!!! What a RUSH!! The minute we started playing, the place went absolutely crazy! It was a feeling that all you musicians and performers know SO well and the rest of you can surely imagine!! After so many years away from the "live show" environment, I was just floored by the response!!!!!

I am currently downloading pics and vids from our camera. It may take a little while. Not sure about that videos, either. We have a small, digital camera and it has a video feature but I really doubt there will be sound. I don't think there is , BUT.. several of my band mate's wives were filming , as were other "fans" so I am sure there will be live footage surfacing somewhere soon!!!!

The Princess was just beaming with pride and the rush was just indescribable. I am still swimming in awe. Dead tired and sore as all get out but it was worth every ache! I will be sharing what I have with all of you soon.
[hellrider 31038] Saturday, January 23, 2010 7:02:48 PM 
HEEEEEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL   YEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH


AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
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[Deep Freeze] Saturday, January 23, 2010 7:01:44 PM 
Thanks!!! I am so full of adrenaline right now it isn't funny!!! HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!! I am ready to ROCK!!
[hellrider 31038] Saturday, January 23, 2010 6:40:16 PM 
TOTALLY RIP THERE FACES OFF MY METAL BROTHER AAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH.


HEEEELLLLL YEEEEAAAHHH

AGAIN .WISHING YOU ALL THE BEST
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[Becks] Saturday, January 23, 2010 6:34:48 PM 
Best of luck for a kick ass show DF!
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[Deep Freeze] Saturday, January 23, 2010 6:27:10 PM 
Howdy do, kiddies!! Just walked in from sound check. It seems to be pretty tight but we'll see when the lights come on, you know?? HA!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Going to "kick back" here for a couple hours and relax before showering up and heading out to the highway!!  ROCK AND ROOOOOOOOOOOOLLLLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
[spapad] Saturday, January 23, 2010 4:07:26 PM 
Go get 'em DF!!
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[Deep Freeze] Saturday, January 23, 2010 2:11:56 PM 
I know that I AM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  It's a GREEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAT weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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[Becks] Saturday, January 23, 2010 2:07:34 PM 
Morning everyone! Halfway through a long weekend here, yay! And every day that passes is another day closer to seeing AC/DC on thursday night! Can't wait! Hope everyone is having a great weekend.
[Deep Freeze] Saturday, January 23, 2010 9:50:56 AM 
GOOOOOOOOOOD Saturday to one and all! Thanks to all of you for the kind wishes! There will be plenty of pictures taken as the Princess and her sister will have their cameras. I think our drummer's wife will have a video camera but I am not sure. In any event, this will all be recorded for posterity I assure you!!!!!!  HA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Picked up my new Shure SM58 microphone courtesy of my brother-in-law!! Very cool and FREE thanks to his "connections"!!! Have all I need and just waiting to leave for sound check.  Slept fairly well last night given that I am so excited. Sure wish you all could be here but...well, I know you are here in spirit!!!                       LET'S ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
[ron h] Saturday, January 23, 2010 5:30:48 AM 
Morning fellow Metalheads



Hope all is well with everyone!!

Kiamat, I wish I could have chimed in in time, I'm sure your essay will be awesome!!

Best of luck with your gig Freeze, you're gonna rock their asses off!!...any chance of it being recorded????????? 
[guidogodoy] Friday, January 22, 2010 10:22:47 PM 
Best wishes from me too, compadre! Break a leg (not your back)!
[spapad] Friday, January 22, 2010 10:01:09 PM 
Rock their Asses Off DF!!!
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[HOT ROCKIN' METAL GODDESS] Friday, January 22, 2010 9:47:27 PM 
Good luck tomorrow Freeze!! I know you'll kick ass I wish we could be there to cheer you on - I could seriously use a trip to VEGAS along with my backstage pass!

Can you hear me screaming from Michigan?? Videos.... I want to see some clips of the show. I wish you all the best tomorrow!!
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[Deep Freeze] Friday, January 22, 2010 8:39:06 PM 
......You think it's all sex, drugs and rock and roll, do you? Well, you got the sex wrong, didn't you? And drugs..I never touch 'em! ..NOBODY does a gig like I do a gig half cut! Not even at your age!! You know what it takes?? In bed by eleven everynight before a gig! THAT'S what it takes!! 
Ah yes! The night before a gig! I am sitting here, going over the show in my head over and over. Seriously! The entire show. In fact, I have been doing that everynight for over week!! HA!!!!!!!!!!!! I cannot get to sleep until I run through the show from start to finish. Sing every song in my head. Good lord, I need help....HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
[acolyte55] Friday, January 22, 2010 4:34:19 PM 
tonight point the  speakers at them and blast  the priest !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! lol
[Becks] Friday, January 22, 2010 9:12:34 AM 

Good luck DF!

Well it's 4:10am here, I am exhausted, I have had about 3 hours sleep maximum thanks to our arsehole neighbours deciding to party it up tonight (something they have done many times since moving in in december). I have already been awake for an hour and couldn't get back to sleep, just when I think the music is stopping, it starts up again. I need a lot of sleep, so I am severely hacked off to say the least.


  [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Deep Freeze from Friday, January 22, 2010 8:16:26 AM)
[Deep Freeze] Friday, January 22, 2010 8:16:26 AM 
Well, you are far more likely to get that car before idiots die out......

Thanks, HB! I am pretty excited!! ONE day left....
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[Head banger] Friday, January 22, 2010 7:22:47 AM 
well, the work week draws to a close (thank goodness) and another idiot has departed our midst.  since the tooth fairy or whoever it is that controls these wishes hasnt seen fit to bring me a Ferrari, perhaps they could cure idiocy world wide?  nah didnt thing so.

DF, Good luck at your gig this weekend!!!
[Deep Freeze] Thursday, January 21, 2010 7:44:41 AM 
A very Happy Thursday to all from a very, very SOGGY Las Vegas! Just raining like crazy here and rather chilly. Makes for a very uncomfortable life for yours truly as my back is just aching! Nonetheless, had a FANTASTIC practice last night!! Oh man, we were just on the money with every song! I think we have a chance at a really good show this weekend!!!

Woke up this morning with a very slight sore throat but that is completely normal after practice. I am staying by the fire as much as possible. Have an appointment this morning with the trainer and I am DREADING it but, I shall sally forth! That clock is still ticking!!!
[Deep Freeze] Tuesday, January 19, 2010 10:58:47 AM 
You know, for a guy like me that watches as much television as I do, this is terribly embarrassing to admit but....I am fascinated by a show called "Overhaulin' "..It is a reality series where these folks steal someone's car and turn it into a show car (kiind of like "Pimp My Ride", only way better.)  ANYWAY, it is pretty embarrassing considering I only recently started watching and found out that it is NOT a "new show" but has been on the air for like, FIVE years!!
[joedraper] Monday, January 18, 2010 2:11:17 AM 
Hi Kiamat! I didn't add anything to what the other members said because, well they said it so well, I just had nothing else to add... Oh except that they have the best looking/sounding/photographic drummer of course lol.
Best of luck for your essay. Take your time, do as many drafts as you need and once you've writtten it, don't read it straight away. If possible, go for a walk, do something totally different and a few hours later get back to it to proof read it with a fresh mind. You'll do great though!
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[Becks] Sunday, January 17, 2010 2:45:47 PM 
Best of luck with the essay writing Kiamat!
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[kiamat] Sunday, January 17, 2010 2:37:09 PM 

Hey, I just want to thank everyone who gave me a reply, it has really really helped me to form ideas. I'd also like to say a huge thankyou for all your encouraging messages, because I have actually been really struggling to write this essay- I didn't really know where to start (the brief is really vague, that doesn't help) and obviously I want to do the band justice, and just as importantly, you guys as fans justice.

I'm planning to do more work on Heavy metal as a genre, because it generally gets as bad a press in academic music journals etc as it does in the mainstream media, perhaps worse, which I've found really annoying, as people who are meant to be a serious authority on popular music shouldn't be so narrow minded- the idea still prevails that it 'isn't real music' and those few who have written about it favourably are very much rooted in the late 80s MTV stuff.

Anyway, big big hugs all round and I'll get back to everyone when I've finished it- but now I have to go start packing for going back to Uni.  xx


Edited at: Sunday, January 17, 2010 2:38:05 PM
[spapad] Sunday, January 17, 2010 11:41:29 AM 
I think I could not come up with the words to describe exactly why I love Priest so I'll just use imagry.
Priest is like lightning in a jar. When you open the jar such a rush of power and electricity comes out that every hair on your body stands at attention, that's how it feels to hear a priest song for the first time ever, and with many of the songs I still get that feeling even after hearing them thousands of times over.
Edited at: Sunday, January 17, 2010 11:49:22 AM
[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 17, 2010 6:10:31 AM 
Such wonderful responses!! (responsae??) So many people sharing nearly the same views. I should think that writing an essay will be rather easy! Heck, I feel like writing one myself! HAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
[HOT ROCKIN' METAL GODDESS] Saturday, January 16, 2010 9:31:58 PM 
Hi Kiamat, I don't believe we have ever spoken before, so I just wanted to say HI and wish you well on your essay.  I've been a Priest fan since I heard the album SFV in '82. I completely agree with everything Guido, Freeze and Becks said. I'd just like to add that the harmony between KK and Glenn is like no other duo in music. They are so different in their styles and yet they blend together so incredibly well. Rob's vocal ability is like no other singer - he can sing ANYTHING. He changes his voice to suit the song and when you listen to any one album, he sings differently on every song. That in itself keeps things fresh. When a singer can only sing one way, after awhile every song starts to sound the same. I have never had that deja vu moment when listening to Priest like I do with new Maiden or other bands. Some how, and I honestly don't know how they do it, but they are able to come up with new riffs and new melodies - nothing ever sounds like another song to me. The lyrics of Priest's music is also unlike other bands. I have found so much truth and insight into my own life listening to Priest. They pour their hearts and souls into every note and word and you can FEEL it. And as Becks said so well, they always make me feel better when I am down, they give me strength when I feel weak and they take me soaring even higher when I already feel on top of the world. They have a song for every mood and feeling.

Good luck with your essay! I'd LOVE to read it when you are done! When you write about something you love, the words just seem to come. I'm sure you will do very well
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[Becks] Saturday, January 16, 2010 7:43:21 PM 
I'll chime in on this too, as best I can anyways LOL!

For me the importance of Priests music lies in the fact that in many ways, they are heavy metal revolutionaries. The twin axe attack, the soaring vocals, the leather and chains. The thing that sets them apart from other bands is the fact they are unabashedly a heavy metal band - they have never had any qualms about saying they are a metal band, where other groups may shy away from the association due to the supposed social connotations. They have never compromised themselves, and have lasted a lot longer than most bands of any genre. Their music uplifts me when I am down, empowers me when I feel weak, and most of all, makes me incredibly happy. No other band has touched me in that way.

That's a short way of putting it anyways LOL!
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[guidogodoy] Saturday, January 16, 2010 7:24:51 PM 
I'll chime in here too, Kia, so long as I am properly cited and given royalty checks when this essay goes gold! HAAAA!!

For me, it was the blend of image and sheer musical talent. The dual guitars and harmony between them was one thing but put a singer with such a range into the mix and you had ultimate gold. My musical tastes range from the classics to the modern and ANYONE who can do what Priest have done for decades still amazes me. It isn't a Charlie Daniels' "Devil Went Down to Georgia" one-off, rather a lifetime of innovation. As many have said here, they do NOT grow stale having followed a formula for years. Not a simple 4/4 verse, hook, chorus. No gimmicks. Play Bach against Priest and you'll find more of a "formula" in Bach, I guarantee it.

Yes, their ability to do it again and again without being profane is huge. As they themselves have said, their look is as important as are their musical abilities. For me, if you put that much raw talent (guitars and vox) together with such insight in terms of image and you can only have the monster that is Priest.

Feel free to edit what is truly raw emotion at will.
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[Deep Freeze] Saturday, January 16, 2010 6:41:58 PM 
You know Kia, you will likely get a multitude of responses to that question..each of them different! I know what sets them apart for me. I have always said that it is the melodic nature of their music and the lyrics which are thoughtful and never profane. I find that particularly refreshing since it is all too common for bands to resort to one four-letter word after another when they write songs. Priest do not do that. They do not need to. They combine thoughtful lyrics with melodic riffs and a pounding low-end that never overshadows the main riff. It always "stays in the pocket".

Priest started coming on strong at a time when punk was gaining strength and I think they literally saved "hard" rock music. Their image launched a revolution and, through it all, they kept a sound that many have tried to imitate yet no one has. Not in the same manner as Priest! For me, these are the reasons I prefer Judas Priest. I could certainly think of more but I think these are the main reasons.
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[kiamat] Saturday, January 16, 2010 6:23:25 PM 
Hey everyone- apologies for my lack of presence this last week- one of our rabbits got very sick and it seems like I've spent the whole time trying to force feed him liquid food with a dropper (very messy!) but he's much better now, fingers crossed.

Anyhow, my main problem tonight as a certain essay for my uni course that I believe I mentioned to a few of you ages back on online music fan communities and since the time to write it has finally come (because the deadline is next week- eeek..!)- and I wondered if any of you guys could possibly help with this?

I'd like to know what it is you feel is most important about Priest's music and what sets them apart from other bands? 

I don't want to take up anybody's time, I would have put this in a separate thread but its not really important enough for that (its just a 1000 word essay); I know that this website is a great example of a place where people from everywhere can come together and share their love of music without prejudice, so this is a kind of tribute, if you see what I mean.

Hope you're all having a great weekend and it's warming up some. All our snow suddenly melted, though we may be due some more..
Edited at: Saturday, January 16, 2010 6:25:49 PM
[spapad] Saturday, January 16, 2010 1:29:30 AM 
Good for you DF!
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[acolyte55] Friday, January 15, 2010 6:23:52 PM 
cool shit mr freeze!!!
[Painkiller87] Friday, January 15, 2010 4:08:17 PM 
Right on! That is great news Freeze! I have a couple of hours left of work and then I am off for a week! I have Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday off but I called for vacation for the rest of the week to relax after all these nonstop projects in Micrographics. Hope your gig goes well man!
  [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Deep Freeze from Friday, January 15, 2010 9:16:23 AM)
[Deep Freeze] Friday, January 15, 2010 2:34:54 PM 
Thanks!! Its all very exciting. I have not actually been on a stage in about TWENTY years!!!!!
[Becks] Friday, January 15, 2010 1:54:55 PM 
Morning everyone. The start of the weekend here, yay lol.
EXCELLENT news Freeze! Congrats my friend! Very exciting stuff
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[Deep Freeze] Friday, January 15, 2010 9:16:23 AM 
GOOOOOOD Morning one and ALL!!! VERY exciting day for me!! The live act I have been working with here in Vegas FINALLY has a webpage AND we have a SHOW booked!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  We are playing at a place called TURK'S on January 23rd! I believe we are opening for another more established band but, nonetheless, we are doing a show at last!!!!!!!!

The songs we have posted on the web are part of our original set list and the recording quality is TERRIBLE but you can at least get an idea of what we are doing!! I encourage you to stop by, have a listen and even join us as "friends", if you are interested. I cannot begin to tell you how excited I am about getting on stage again!!!! HA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Very excited, indeed!!!

http://www.myspace.com/hymnforthedying



[guardian angel] Friday, January 15, 2010 9:09:07 AM 
I did take him to a music store before Christmas and he was kind of mesmerized by all the stuff in there.  He did get a kick out of trying out the drum kits, but they were adult size.  It's good that you got your son a real kit, because I think people waste their money on those ones from the toy store.  They're not nearly sturdy enough for a kid to pound on.  The only drumming we've done here is on Guitar Hero World Tour.  It gives him a bit of an idea of what it's all about.  I'd like the boys to learn real instruments though.  Thanks a lot for the advice.  I think I'll sign him up for some lessons and rent a kit to see how it goes.  HAVE A GREAT DAY METALHEADS! 
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[ron h] Friday, January 15, 2010 4:19:44 AM 
'Morning / day Metalheads



Great to see you made it back safe and aound Guido!!!  I don't think you missed the weather much in Tenn.!!  lol
[joedraper] Friday, January 15, 2010 1:55:42 AM 
If he wants to play drums then let him. Zakk is getting his first kit for his birthday next week. He has been taking lessons on an electronic kit but when he gets home his legs aren't long enough to reach my bass pedal or hihat pedal so we decided that he's shown enough promise to get his first 'real' kit lol.  At 8 years oldhe's figured out what is getting his attention and the sooner you start the better. Drum notations are easier to read than any other sheet music but I suggest you get him to some formal lessons asap. Piano is also good and well, every boy wants a guitar lol. Also if he can figure out his timing now from drums my theory is that it will be easier for him to grasp another instrument but you'd hate to get him something that he has no iterest in. You get the most amazing children's drum kits' The one we're getting Zakk comes from a music store (as opposed to a toy store) It is a direct replica of my kit and it has amazing sound. The children's kits usually come with a throne, hi-hats, crash and the hardware. Take him to a music store and let him get a feel there.
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[Becks] Thursday, January 14, 2010 1:52:00 PM 
Joe - she's ok so far as we know, Craigs mum just said she is feeling very sorry for herself and upset that she hurt her boyfriend (he is just bruised). You're right, she'll talk when she wants to. She's going to the AC/DC concert with us in two weeks, hopefully by then she will be feeling a bit better about things, and may even have a new car. The one she wrote off she'd had for about 10 years, so she had plenty of use out of it. She's just needing to replace it sooner than planned now!
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[guardian angel] Thursday, January 14, 2010 1:37:26 PM 
Hi Joe, I hope you get some rest this week.   Watching them in swim lessons is fun.  It's neat to see how they improve from week to week.  Wait till they start taking music lessons or playing team sports like soccer when they run in packs after the ball.  It's hilarious!  Just trying to figure out the music thing for 8 year old.  I think guitar or piano would be a better 1st choice, but he wants to play drums.  Any suggestions out there for what would be a good 1st instrument?
  [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by joedraper from Thursday, January 14, 2010 4:57:47 AM)
[joedraper] Thursday, January 14, 2010 4:57:47 AM 

Hi Guardian Angel.. They are pretty much full time now. Last year they were at a playschool and it was 5 days a week but they went 8am to 12:30 pm. Now the go from 8am to 3pm. 

As much as I sorely need the extra time in my day, I am missing them something fierce! And I'm soo tired this week! I think I'm having a harder time to adjust than they are (don't get me wrong this is a fantastic thing) lol. I'm just really lost without them around. But I'll get over it lol. Zakk also started swimming lessons yesterday. He's been pestering me for a year now and that boy had a smile on his face from the moment he stepped into the pool until he had to get out.. and then the tears started lol. 
It's so cute seeing all the little kids in their swimming caps and gears all swimming in a structured class lol.

Becks, how is your sister in law after her wreck? I can totally identify with what she may be feeling now. I had a pretty bad crash when I was 22. The car was a total write off and it took me a few years to get the courage up to drive again. Once I got back behind the wheel, I was pretty nervous for a while but in time, it did go. I'm much more careful now and much calmer. Give her time, don't pressure her to talk about it but be there for her when she needs to talk about it.


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[joedraper] Thursday, January 14, 2010 4:52:08 AM 

I'm so glad you met a South African on your cruise Guido! And welcome back. I started replying yesterday but poof! My keyboard had other plans lol. So I'm on my trusty old laptop now. Well, I like to think that most South Africans are pretty friendly people and I bet if you'd ask she would have said she was a metal head! lol (I can't be the only one right? lol)

Stunning pics btw!


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[Vaillant 3.0] Wednesday, January 13, 2010 11:32:37 PM 
I saw that pic a few days ago. It's crazy how the whole island is covered in the white stuff!!! Almost like it's going through a mini-ice age!!!
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[spapad] Wednesday, January 13, 2010 8:36:12 PM 
I think there is a Chill band wrapped around the world along those longitudinal lines. lol But good news is today it hit 35 F and was sunny for the first time in almost a month.

Sad to see the damage in Hatie. Reminds me so much of the quake that rocked Mexico City years ago. The death rate will be very high unfortunately.   [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Becks from Wednesday, January 13, 2010 7:49:55 PM)
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[Becks] Wednesday, January 13, 2010 7:49:55 PM 
It sure is Vail! Glad to hear it's nice in your neck of the woods too. My sister in London has been plagued by horrid winter weather, as you may have heard about the UK in recent weeks. Or you may have seen this satellite image! It's crazy! LOL!

  [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Vaillant 3.0 from Wednesday, January 13, 2010 7:43:35 PM)
[Vaillant 3.0] Wednesday, January 13, 2010 7:43:35 PM 
77 degrees??  That's nice weather!!

It was a very sunny day here as well, give or take a few clouds. First time the sun shone on the city in like a week!!
  [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Becks from Wednesday, January 13, 2010 7:05:25 PM)
[Becks] Wednesday, January 13, 2010 7:05:25 PM 
Yeah, it's the biggest earthquake Haiti has had in 200 years apparently.

Not meaning to make my USA friends jealous or anything, but we are currently enjoying a cloudless sunny day, and it's 25 degrees C (77F) - summer is finally here! (for those of you who think that's not very hot, it never gets desert hot here, LOL!) Sunny days make me happy.
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[Painkiller87] Wednesday, January 13, 2010 8:54:52 AM 
That is crazy what happened. What did they say about it, the most powerful earthquake in the history of Haiti? The seismographs here at the U of A here in Tucson were going crazy detecting that quake! I just hope they get plenty of help and recover fast from this disaster.
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[Vaillant 3.0] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 10:35:56 PM 
I'm surprised I didn't feel anything at all and I'm only about 1.5 hours south of Chico. Very strange...

Becks. It really sucks if what you said about Haiti is true. All the more reason it should receive a good amount of aid.
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[guidogodoy] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 10:32:32 PM 
Poorest country in the Western Hemi, that is for sure. This is going to be a biggie, I am afraid.
  [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by Becks from Tuesday, January 12, 2010 10:28:16 PM)
[Becks] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 10:28:16 PM 
Hopefully they can Vail, but Haiti is a poverty stricken country, the poorest in the world at one point I believe. Fingers crossed they can get any help that is required to rebuild!
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[guidogodoy] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 10:27:19 PM 
You know, my cousin in Chico mentioned that they had a bit of a shaker. Way north, right?

Still, they build and expect shakers there as they do here. Ever look at the data sheets? Surprised me to see that the biggest US earthquakes were CA and TN! I would have guessed CA but Tennessee? Yup. Biggest lake to me is Reelfoot that was formed when a massive shaker got the Mississippi flowing backwards for a time in the 1800s.
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[Vaillant 3.0] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 10:14:22 PM 
Here's hoping the country can recover quickly. Can't imagine how bad it is overthere right now.

There was an earthquake near Eureka (a city about 200 miles north of here) a few days ago and it was 6.0 on the Richter scale. There was damage, but no injuries.
  [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by guidogodoy from Tuesday, January 12, 2010 9:59:09 PM)
[guidogodoy] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 9:59:09 PM 
Flip on CNN or Fox. It is all over the news. They really don't have a judge on the damage but I just came from the other half of the island in the República Dominicana and can vouch that the place was already a mess. Natural disasters on top of one of the biggest slums I have ever seen and I didn't even cross into Haiti.

I am guessing that it will be bad once they access the damage. I knew they had a fault line running under the country but a 7.0 is going to be massive in certain parts of the country as they didn't build to withstand such damage. I sit on the New Madrid fault and even have earthquake insurance.
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[spapad] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 9:44:47 PM 
No, I missed it. Been looking at the weather lately. How much damage? BTW, good to see you haunting the boards again.
  [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by guidogodoy from Tuesday, January 12, 2010 8:52:54 PM)
[guidogodoy] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 8:52:54 PM 
Screw the temps....anyone catch that 7.0 earthquake in Haiti?! I was just there! Crap....
[spapad] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 8:06:03 PM 
44 hellrider?? I'd love to see 44 again! They say we may hit 40 around the end of the week, but that will be a short top peak as morning temp is supposed to be around 20. I hate winter.
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[hellrider 31038] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 6:24:37 PM 
hey spapad actually its a battery booster pack.yeah it is a really good thing to have.yeah after you start the car with it you just bring it inside and charge it up again you can take it with you where ever you go.i would not recomend leaving it in the car it probably go dead to.lol.leave it by the door so you dont forget it incase the car does not start for you at work.actually it has gotten mild here very nice i dread jan and feb all year.lol.-44 is that including the wind chill.lol
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[Becks] Tuesday, January 12, 2010 12:33:38 AM 
I'm glad you came out of that crash ok Spa. Yeah we spoke to Craigs mum this morning, apparently she's feeling very sorry for herself, but she will get past that in time. Her main concern at the moment is lack of funds to buy a new car.
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[spapad] Monday, January 11, 2010 9:06:36 PM 
Thanks Hellrider for the info on the car battery saver. I think I may go get one if the temps continue being as ugly as they have been. I really don't see the end of this winter mess anytime soon. You must be frozen up in Canada! I really don't think I could take that kind of cold in the negatives durring the days. Saw an e post from Alaska today. -44 degrees during the daytime. Burrrrrrr! Sends chils through me just thinking about it!
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[spapad] Monday, January 11, 2010 9:02:23 PM 
She's a bit shaken from the wreck. May take her a little while to feel comfortable driving. She'll be ok though. I had a nasty car wreak when I was young and for months when I drove past the place it happened my pulse would race and I would grip the wheel like it was all between be and doom! It's a shocking thing sometimes, but we all move past it. I still go past that spot each day on the way home and never think about it.  Her confidence is hurt worse than anything.
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[Vaillant 3.0] Monday, January 11, 2010 4:41:22 PM 
Those are some great pics, especially the first one!!

Welcome back!! Good to hear it all went well.
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[Becks] Monday, January 11, 2010 3:23:08 PM 
Welcome back Guido! Hope you had a great time!
Just talking to my mother in law on the phone, finding out the details about Craigs sisters car crash on sunday night - she crashed her car and it's written off, thankfully she and her boyfriend are ok. Poor thing is feeling sorry for herself though, which is understandable.
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[spapad] Monday, January 11, 2010 12:27:50 PM 
Welcome back Guid! 
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[guidogodoy] Monday, January 11, 2010 11:41:08 AM 
Well good morning peeps! Man is it cold here. LOL!

Yeah, I just got back, Vail. Overall, a nice little trip. República Dominicana, St. Thomas, British Virgin Isles (BVI) and the Bahamas. I got limited news on the boat but saw that the majority of the country is gripped in a cold spell. I'll spare the membership from pics of me peeling from too much sun. JP cross pics to come, though, in the pics of you thread.

I love cruises because you meet people from all over the world. My favorite? A woman from South Africa. Made me think of you, JoeD, every time she spoke as I have had limited contact with the accent prior to meeting her. Too cool. Never got a chance to ask about her tastes in music, but still...

Ok, a few pics to come once I unpack a bit. Until then, a big "happy birthday" to those friends that I missed. Know that I was thinking of you! HAAAAA!


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[guardian angel] Monday, January 11, 2010 9:06:07 AM 
Are your kids full time?  That was my big eye opener.  All this "free time"!  I think it's great that your kids ran in without a second thought.  At least you know they'll be ok, and they didn't go crying and clinging to your leg.  Don't worry, they still need you!
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[joedraper] Monday, January 11, 2010 2:39:37 AM 
Good morning peeps!

It's Monday morning, my kids are back at school and I feel a little lonely (crazy, I know lol)
They're just growing up way too fast for my liking. They started their first day at their new schoo. This is more of a preprimary than a play school so now the structure really begins. The teachers are very big on teaching them independance etc so they ask that we just drop them at the door, kiss them goodbye and then leave. No walking in with them, carrying their backpacks for them or even carrying the kid into school.. which is pretty much what I did at their old school lol. So this morning, we get to school, they grab their backpacks, barely notice I'm there waiting for my kiss and are clampering into the school all full of wonder and excitement.. Had to steal a kiss on their cheeks as they rushed past me lol. 
Omg! I've turned into one of those mothers who cope less with new school changes than the children do lol.
[hellrider 31038] Sunday, January 10, 2010 11:31:44 PM 
hey Spapad reason i asked is because my mom had the same problem with her car untill i bought her this baby for christmas last year
not enough power in the battery to start the car or the battery goes dead just hook this thing right up to the battery terminals .its been used quite a bit and has never failed.not to expensive this one was on sale.might want to keep it in mind.

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[Vaillant 3.0] Sunday, January 10, 2010 8:44:15 PM 
Hey, Guido!! Are you back from your trip? How did it go? Did you have fun? Let us know!!
[spapad] Sunday, January 10, 2010 8:12:34 PM 
Thanks for asking Hellrider, it's been stuborn to start but it really does much better than the factory batteries I'm used to. Tomorrow is suppose to be up to 33 degrees! Should be feeling like Sunny Palm Beach after the past few weeks! I Can't wait!   [Show/Hide Quoted Message] (Quoting Message by hellrider 31038 from Sunday, January 10, 2010 9:07:10 AM)
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[Becks] Sunday, January 10, 2010 2:16:06 PM 
Morning everyone! The start of another week here, back to work for me too, although it's hardly work when you're only there for an hour and a half LOL! I hope everyone has had a great weekend!
[Vaillant 3.0] Sunday, January 10, 2010 12:18:00 PM 
Good morning, ladies and gents of the Noticeboard.
Today is Sunday, but tomorrow will be Monday. Oh, the horror...the horror!!
[Head banger] Sunday, January 10, 2010 10:07:31 AM 
Ron Sorry to hear about your Dad.  Best wishes to you and your family.
[Deep Freeze] Sunday, January 10, 2010 9:32:33 AM 
Happy Sunday to you all!! Looking forward to a quiet day. Watch a little football and generally be lazy, which is actually what I do best. HA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
[hellrider 31038] Sunday, January 10, 2010 9:07:10 AM 
hey Spapad are you still having problems with your car battery.
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[spapad] Saturday, January 09, 2010 9:05:05 PM 
Cant say that I noticed the members count being on 0 Vail. But then again maybe I was just too cold to notice! I dread this month's power bill! Should shock my socks off!
Ron, glad to hear that other than the hospital acquired pneumonia you Dad is doing well. Hospitials are truely the worst places to be sick! Can pick up staff in two days at one of them. Yuck. Much prayers to him feeling better soon.

DF, glad to see you found your way here today!  Hope that means you got your PC conflicts taken care of!

We are having a heat party here today in coldasslandia! The temp topped out at 28 F!!! Almost enough to melt something, but not quite!
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[Deep Freeze] Saturday, January 09, 2010 2:59:46 PM 

Howdy all. I have been unable to access the Board for a period and I am still dealing with some strange goings on here on my laptop so I will likely not hang around today BUT...

Wanted to say "Hello" to you and see what is happening. Ron, VERY sorry to hear it, my friend. Please know I am rooting for him. Hang tough, man. I do know how it is. Justin, always great to see you back on the Board. Wish you would not be such a stranger! 

Well, I am off to see what I can do about this diabolic device.

[Becks] Saturday, January 09, 2010 1:26:37 PM 
Heya Ron, sorry to hear your dad has been unwell, I hope he starts getting better soon! I agree about it feeling good to get back to 'normal' after the silly season, it does indeed bring a sense of security to things.
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[hellrider 31038] Saturday, January 09, 2010 12:26:10 PM 
hey ron this is the heeeeellllllllrrrrrriiiiiidddddeeeeerrrrrrrr.sorry to hear about your dad..he is in my prayers for a complete and quick recovery.
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[Vaillant 3.0] Saturday, January 09, 2010 12:13:04 PM 

Hiya, Ronny!! Good to see you again!!!

Yup, things have been quiet around here. A good thing considering all the crapola that occured in the past few months. Hope your dad recovers quickly!!

Has anyone noticed how the "members online" thing is now always at 0? I wonder why?


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[ron h] Saturday, January 09, 2010 5:19:00 AM 
Morning / day Metalheads



Thought I'd take a moment to catch up on some back-reading of the goings ons here...looks like things have been a little quiet around here.

Got the first week back to work under my belt and I couldn't be happier!!  There's something about getting back into the swing of things that brings a sense of security back to things.  A little something I hadn't shared with my friends here but I feel more comfortable doing so now is that on New Years Eve my Dad had surgery to remove one of his kidney's due to cancer.  It's been a battle for him and the family as this is just the latest in a series of "removals" he's had to go through because of the big "C"...but he is recovering fine, albeit slowly.  Unfortunately he picked up pneumonia while there and it's slowing things down a bit...reminds me of why I hate hospitals...go to one and your almost guaranteed to catch something!!

Anyway, we got about a foot of snow over last day and a half and now are expecting frigid temps...no snowman or angels for me yet!!!

Hope everyone's doing fine and am looking forward to a great year and some wonderful changes in the upcoming months!!!!  Take care all!!
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[Becks] Friday, January 08, 2010 6:23:30 PM 
Heya Justin Kenny, great to hear from you! Glad to hear you're doing good!
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[Justin Kenny] Friday, January 08, 2010 4:35:06 PM 
Hey all....long time--no post...lol!!      Just haven't had a whole lotta things to say/talk about really...my day to day stuff is so predictably INANE that it just doesn't warrant sharing.     I haven't squired a whole lot of new music (apart from Queensryche's  "American Soldier"  and  Heaven & Hell's  "The Devil You Know"...both of which are brilliant)...and...well....I'm making this post (in part) out of sheer frustrated boredom.

For starters, to any/all who know me here,  Happy New Year/Decade to all of you!!!    And yes...this greeting goes to all of those here that I don't know of course (didn't wanna seem selective...though, my history here has proven that it doesn't necessarily HURT to be as such).     I hope this past holiday season was a pleasant one for all of you, whether you observe it or not.     God knows the start to winter has been quite kickin' to say the least...areas of the world not ordinarily renowned for seeing such bitter cold/snow are probably reeling right now, and for those of you who like orange juice;  given the shots I'd seen of various orange groves in Lakeland FL. recently, ya might wanna downgrade to quart containers....this bitter snap is gonna certainly affect the crop output.

Man...I can't feckin' WAIT for January 18th....this is when I start a new run package at work that'll break the monotony of what I've been doing for the past 5.5 months.     This kid doesn't tolerate routine very well (never did)...and what I do is just that....routine as a mutherfucker.     I'll be doing a slightly more varied package of bus routes, most of which have been recently refined and streamlined (which is meant to facilitate things considerably).     I'm SO done with the one I've been doing....I mean...literally...put a fork in this kid....juices should be clear....LOL!!!      I'm grateful I'm employed, don't get me wrong...but JEEEEZ-UZZZ.....sometimes even for all of my gratitude, there's just certain things I deal with that...well...I could do without.      Like people who insist on bringing their bicycles out and loading 'em on the bike racks on the front of all of our buses.    This is fine and all when the weather is relatively decent, and when you consider that most of this area is uphill climbs for all 4 points of the compass...it does stand to reason...

...but when it's some 20 degrees, WITH a wind chill....AND BLOWING SNOW!!!???     FFS...don't these asshats watch 'The Weather Channel!!???'  o_O     I don't even like having to WALK fast in elements such as these!!      I'm gonna ride a goddamn BICYCLE in it!???    Yeh....MIGHT happen...hold your breath...g'head...see if it does....

...at least it's quiet...the college kids are still home/abroad for the holidays for the most part...when they all come back is when my schedule changes and I get to see some different necks of the 'woods' for a little while....then, long about March or so, I'll be bitching about how burned out I am on it...LMAO!!!!

...vicious cycles boys 'n girls....watch out for 'em.....meanwhile...take care of yourselves....salud....
[Vaillant 3.0] Friday, January 08, 2010 10:18:42 AM 
TGIF, ladies and germs of the Noticeboard!!!
[Head banger] Thursday, January 07, 2010 7:24:16 PM 
I awoke to -26C.  all the locations that I do business with were colder, so that made me feel.... well not realy any better.  this sucks
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