*Disclaimer: Everything in this blog is just my opinion. Just sharing how I feel on the recent tragedy in the elementary school in CT earlier today and how changes need to be made RIGHT NOW....*
I don't even have children and this whole situation breaks my heart into a million pieces. I can't even imagine what the families who lost someone today, especially a child is going through right now. Or even the children who are okay but were there and witnessed such things and will live with those images and thoughts for the rest of their lives. So terrible. I don't know what would posses ANYONE to kill a bunch of innocent children, it has to take a real sick, sick human being for something like that. But it doesn't make it okay. I don't think its ever okay to end your own life, I think there is ALWAYS some sort of help out there...BUT if you wanna end your life, do it. Don't take innocent lives with you. Such a cowardly thing to do. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved with the whole situation, may they find peace while they move forward and grieve.
But I'm brought to the same thoughts as I think about this horrible event. It's not the first time something horrible has happened that shouldn't have happened and unfortunately its not the last time, but I wish it was. Every time people say "Changes need to be made...." or "We need stricter gun laws..." Or the countless other things that are said after things like this happen. Instead of saying that why not MAKE THOSE CHANGES? I know some are quick to say that changes in gun laws won't help because these monsters will just find other ways to do these things. Maybe, but is it gonna hurt to try? Not at all. If it doesn't work it will be like we are right now. If it does work then good too. Right?
Another thing, these sort of tragedies always seem to end up unfolding the same way. The authorities investigate the killer and find out they were troubled and had a rough life,ect. More times than not there are signs indicating something bad is going to happen. Maybe its time to start holding people more accountable. If you see a friend/co-worker/ect. who doesn't seem to be acting normal or they say something that is out of character or not normal take it seriously, don't just let it go as a joke. Tell someone, sometimes that's all someone wants is help but don't know how to get it fully on their own. Maybe it'll turn out to be a false alarm and just a joke.(Even though these sort of things should NOT be taken as a joke) But a lot of times it doesn't end as a joke, it ends up being serious and so many innocent people are effected. So going to the police or some other adult to tell them something isn't right with someone can make a world of a difference. Maybe all it will take is asking someone how they are doing and actually meaning it. Maybe they will feel appreciated even for that moment and take a second thought about whatever they are going through. Wouldn't hurt right?
If every person who says "Changes need to be made..." or "Something needs to be done..." took the time out to make even a small change of being nice to someone, helping someone out, ect. just imagine how much better off this world could be? Most people say things they wanna do but never put those thoughts into action. Why? A lot of times its because of thoughts like "Well I'm just one person I won't matter." or "I won't count." If every single person who thought like that stopped thinking like that and actually did those things they thought it would really truly make a difference, I sincerely believe that.
Friday, December 14, 2012
Monday, September 17, 2012
Sometimes I wish I could turn back time.....
I wrote this about 7 months ago and posted it on tumblr. I was just going through my tumblr that I hardly ever post on anymore and came across this and felt like sharing it here. LOL
Sometimes I find myself listening to the song “Quit playing games(with my heart)” by the Backstreet Boys and I end up thinking back to the summer of ‘97 when I first became a fan. It’s kind of crazy to think about because from then up until now about 15 years have passed and in those 15 years People, friends, fads, music, TV shows, boyfriends, ect. have come and gone but one thing has remained consistent in my life and that is the Backstreet Boys. If I had a nickel for every time someone gave me a comment like “those boys aren’t talented” or “they are gay” or “no one likes them anymore” or countless other comments like those to try and “put down” the boys I am pretty sure I could be a millionaire right now.(true story) What they really don’t know is they are just wasting their time feeding me all that nonsense because I didn’t become a fan of the boys because it was “cool” or because everyone else was doing it I became a fan because I heard a song(QPG) on the radio and was blown away by their voices, one voice(Brian) in particular stuck out more than the rest but I still liked how they all sounded. When those 5 boys sing together there is just something magical about it, as cheesy as that sounds it’s true and from the moment I first heard them up until now I have always loved their music and will continue to do so until they stop or put out some music that I think is complete crap.(lol) In addition to those boys making beautiful music that I have loved for the past 15 years(yes I know they’ve been together almost 19 years but I’m just counting how long I’ve known their music.) I have also been blessed to have been able to do some of the most incredible things that I never even imagined were possible. As a little 12 year old I did what most fans did…daydreamed about meeting them and marrying them and all that other fun stuff at the time of course I never believed any of it would happen. Well boy was I wrong. I’ve not only met them but I’ve been on cruises with them, played basketball and went bowling and countless other things. Its pretty mind blowing when I stop and think about it. And if that wasn’t enough I have met some of the most amazing and wonderful people because of them and the best part about it besides them being such wonderful people is that they share a common love for the boys so they “get it.” My motto when it comes to the Backstreet Boys has always been “Either you get it or you don’t…if you get it that’s awesome, if you don’t I’m sorry.” ;)
Really there wasn’t a real reason I felt like sharing this except that “Quit playing Games(with my heart) came on my iTunes and it just made me reminisce a little bit I guess and I felt like writing down how I felt. Not sure anyone will care to read it BUT it made me feel better. :)
Sometimes I find myself listening to the song “Quit playing games(with my heart)” by the Backstreet Boys and I end up thinking back to the summer of ‘97 when I first became a fan. It’s kind of crazy to think about because from then up until now about 15 years have passed and in those 15 years People, friends, fads, music, TV shows, boyfriends, ect. have come and gone but one thing has remained consistent in my life and that is the Backstreet Boys. If I had a nickel for every time someone gave me a comment like “those boys aren’t talented” or “they are gay” or “no one likes them anymore” or countless other comments like those to try and “put down” the boys I am pretty sure I could be a millionaire right now.(true story) What they really don’t know is they are just wasting their time feeding me all that nonsense because I didn’t become a fan of the boys because it was “cool” or because everyone else was doing it I became a fan because I heard a song(QPG) on the radio and was blown away by their voices, one voice(Brian) in particular stuck out more than the rest but I still liked how they all sounded. When those 5 boys sing together there is just something magical about it, as cheesy as that sounds it’s true and from the moment I first heard them up until now I have always loved their music and will continue to do so until they stop or put out some music that I think is complete crap.(lol) In addition to those boys making beautiful music that I have loved for the past 15 years(yes I know they’ve been together almost 19 years but I’m just counting how long I’ve known their music.) I have also been blessed to have been able to do some of the most incredible things that I never even imagined were possible. As a little 12 year old I did what most fans did…daydreamed about meeting them and marrying them and all that other fun stuff at the time of course I never believed any of it would happen. Well boy was I wrong. I’ve not only met them but I’ve been on cruises with them, played basketball and went bowling and countless other things. Its pretty mind blowing when I stop and think about it. And if that wasn’t enough I have met some of the most amazing and wonderful people because of them and the best part about it besides them being such wonderful people is that they share a common love for the boys so they “get it.” My motto when it comes to the Backstreet Boys has always been “Either you get it or you don’t…if you get it that’s awesome, if you don’t I’m sorry.” ;)
Really there wasn’t a real reason I felt like sharing this except that “Quit playing Games(with my heart) came on my iTunes and it just made me reminisce a little bit I guess and I felt like writing down how I felt. Not sure anyone will care to read it BUT it made me feel better. :)
Sunday, September 2, 2012
Backstreet Boys take over NYC!!!
So the boys took over NYC August 29th-31st. They performed on Good Morning America and the day before had a special rehearsal thing. This was the first time since 2006 that ALL FIVE BOYS would be back together performing.
So on the 29th they rehearsed for their rehearsal. Haha That sounds funny. LOL I had a few friends who were in the city and were able to see them. But thanks to Mary it was like I was there when she was with Brian. Thanks again girl. ;) (PS: Giselle I'm still totally jealous you got a group picture with them. LOL)
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So fast forward to the next day and I set out on my journey to NYC with Julia. First we had a pit stop at the Newark airport to pick up Amanda and then we eventually made it to NYC. We checked into the hotel got ready quick and made our way to the "secret location" for the rehearsal. I met up with some other friends and just hung out and whatever until it was time for the event to start.
So the event starts. It was such an incredible indescribable feeling seeing ALL FIVE BOYS back together again performing for the first time even if it was just for a rehearsal. You could tell Kevy Kev was back right off the bat because the intro to "Incomplete" wasn't good enough so they had to start over and if that wasn't enough when they were done with the song he wanted to do the whole thing over again. Guess that's the point of a rehearsal. ;) But I wanted to die a little inside because that song bores my life to great lengths. LOL I have no clue really the correct order of the songs but I know they sang "Larger than Life," "I want it that way" & "Everybody" along with "Incomplete." It was a lot of fun. Kind of was hoping they would do a new song. According to Leighanne that was part of the reason we weren't allowed to take videos/pictures. But I guess Jenn decided at the last minute NOT to have them do a new song. Kind of lame but whatever. The other reason we weren't allowed to take videos/pictures was because they were filming it for part of their documentary they are working on that is showing them making this next record. So that was kind of cool. During "I want it that way" when it was Kevin's turn to sing he didn't. I joked that it was because he forgot the lyrics but it turns out it was really because he just got choked up and couldn't sing. It was precious. So AJ sang along with him and they all hugged him and stuff. Then he asked to do the song over again from the 2nd verse so they did. It was adorable.
I was also excited to make into one of Brian's chirps. Haha I'm sure most people won't be able to find me but the point is I am in there and I can find myself. ;) LOL
At one point I died a little inside because Brian saw me and started rubbing both sides of his face where his facial hair is. I guess its no secret that I have a weakness for that man's facial hair and apparently now he knows it and thinks its funny. After I saw him do that and I laughed he just laughed too.
So most of the questions were pretty lame. But really at this point with all the Q&A's, SC's, ect. they do I have come to expect that 95% of the questions will be lame. And I totally get the "well not all fans go to every event,ect." But the whole "boxers or briefs" or "favorite/least favorite songs" really need to just not ever be asked any more ever again. At least they have fun with them at this point but still. LOL
Someone asked for "old time sake" if they wear boxers or briefs. Howie went into detail about how he isn't trying for anymore kids or something so he wears briefs. AJ and Brian both said briefs. Kevin and Nick both said they don't wear anything. Kevin then proceeded to show us that Nick was in fact wearing Under Armour underwear. Brian started lifting up the bottom of his shorts a little bit to show what he was wearing. LOL Nick said since they were older we should ask what they sleep in and he said he sleeps naked and he doesn't know how anyone can sleep with underwear on or socks. Then Brian pointed to AJ because of his sock issues. haha
Someone asked Howie about being a dad again and he talked about how he wasn't sure if he ever wanted to get married or have kids because he enjoyed the single partying life but then he saw Brian with Baylee and Kevin with Mason and the love they had and it would be ashame not to pass on his genes.
Someone told Brian they loved him since 2nd grade and asked for a hug and an autograph. Brian said he loved those kinds of questions because they are so easy. He went to her and hugged her and signed her picture. it was really cute.
Someone asked Kevin if he could have dinner with 4 people dead or alive who would they be. He said His father(and then he got choked up a bit), his grandfather, Barack Obama and Prince.
Someone asked Brian his least favorite song. He sang part of "If you want it to be good girl." And said the thing that sucks about that song is that most fans like it even though they hate it. Kevin said he liked the lyrics and the message but the way they did it was bad.
Someone asked AJ how many tattoos he has. He said over 100. And how he plans on getting his daughters hand prints(maybe feet prints-I forget lol) over his heart after she is born)
A guy asked how he can propose to his girlfriend on stage some day. Kevin asked if he could wait until 2013 and he said yes. So Kevin told him to give his contact info to Jenn or someone and they will make it happen. (I need to find me a man like that. haha)
Someone asked Nick his favorite BSB song and his favorite *N sync song. He tried to say his favorite songs were the songs they just recorded for the new record. But that wasn't acceptable so eventually he said "10,000 Promises." He went on to say how he had to fight with Jenn to get it on the NKOTBSB tour because she told him fans wouldn't want it. Apparently the same thing happened with "Larger than life." He then talked about how wrong she was. LOL He said he didn't have a favorite *N sync song but he loves all the NKOTB songs because he heard them so much under the stage. Eventually he said he liked the song "I want you back." LOL
Brian sang a tiny part of "That's what she said" and then said "Sorry I don't have my guitar for that song." LOL
Kevin talked about why he decided to come back and how he follows his heart and gut and it just felt right. He left because he hit a wall with his creativity and it had NOTHING to do with his relationship with the rest of the guys. He said he still hung out and saw the guys at times. Him and Howie vacationed a lot together. He also mentioned how his favorite song on This is us was "Undone" and it should have been a single.
And that's about all I really remember about the Q&A's. I'm sure I missed some but I can't remember. LOL
So then it was time for the Meet and Greet and the pictures. We were one of the last groups to go in. Josh was at the door giving his usual "no hugs,kisses,ect." speech. When he saw us all he didn't even bother really telling us all that. He was like "you guys know the rules...." LOL First was AJ before we got to him he was apologizing to us if we saw his crack, luckily I didn't but I had no clue what he was talking about. LOL I shook his hand and he was kind of like whatever. LOL Then Nick smiled all adorable(yes you read that right Nick and the word adorable in the same sentence.lol) and shook my hand and said "Hey, its good to see you again." Howie said the same thing only he hit me with a wink too. ;) Next up was Kevin and after hearing Nick and Howie say similar things I felt like Kevin was gonna say it too and if he would have I would have said "sir, we've never met stop lying." But he really shook my hand and said "Hi, Nice to meet you." and he looked into my eyes and I felt like he was burning a hole into my soul for about 20 years. I'm no Kevin girl but for those 4.2 seconds I might have been. He has this intense look too. (I always thought Brian had an intense look at times too maybe its the Kentucky water or something. I dunno.) Next up was Brian and he reached out and grabbed me to hug me and I kind of stopped and said "you're gonna get me in trouble." And he laughed and said "Oh stop and get over here and hug me." So I said "yes sir." It was quiet the awkward hug but it was nice at the same time. My face was like in his armpit.(Luckily he didn't smell bad. ;) lol) but it felt like we hugged for 100 years. (Not that I minded that really. He always gives the best hugs) I asked him where his DKNY hat was and he told me he wasn't wearing it. I wanted to say "Really Captain Obvious?" But I was nice. ;) He then said "its at the hotel." Then I asked what the point of wearing a hat in his pocket was and he said "Just in case I wanna put it on." LOL Then we were talking about something else while the next group of fans came in and I was like "Brian! I gotta go you really wanna get me in trouble today." He laughed and said "I'm sorry." LOL
So the next day was Good Morning America. We got there at like 3am or 4am. I don't even remember. LOL We hung out and waited in line. Everyone who was at the rehearsal the night before got to be let in before everyone else who was camping out. Most of my friends won other contests which let them even closer to the stage. Luckily I have amazing friends who hooked me up. Thank you again Mary. (I feel like this is becoming a new theme with me and thanking you. Seriously though I hope you know I appreciate it all.) So we are chilling waiting for them to come out and Sound check. In the mean time AJ and Brian decide to come out and give the fans some bagels. (The one guy said he's been doing this concert series thing for 6 years and it was the FIRST TIME the artist brought breakfast to the fans. - Those boys are cute.) I actually got a bagel from AJ. It was chocolate or something and it was melting. Pretty gross. LOL
A short time later they passed out some sweet GMA glasses. Me and Jackie were ready for the show. Haha
The boys came out and did Sound check. I died a little inside again because they had to do "Incomplete" twice. If this is gonna be the new theme I might have second thoughts about being happy Kevin is back. ;) LOL
Seeing all 5 boys together was such a magical feeling. They were doing some "boy band poses." Well really mostly Brian was doing random poses while the other guys stood there. LOL
During their performances they did a little interview as well. It was kind of annoying because they acted like they ALL reunited after 6 years. They need to start giving the other 4 boys credit for TWO ALBUMS without Kevin AND the NKOTBSB tour/CD.
so that was about it for GMA. Here's some nice eye candy to enjoy. ;)
Frick and Frack :)
One of the reasons I am totally sold on Kevin coming back is because the dances he does and the faces he makes while doing said dances.
Exhibit A:
Exhibit B:
This picture just amuses me because it looks like Nick and AJ are fighting and Howie is trying to break it up. LOL
My favorite boys! Sweet ROK.
Those Kentucky cousins are looking good together....
Brian was having a little too much fun pointing out funny signs and showing the other guys, especially AJ.
This picture I just wanna share because he's adorable.
Kevin got choked up during "I want it that way" during GMA too. Brian thought he'd try to make feel better with a hug. They are cute.
And then it was over. :(
So we started walking back to the hotel and I was reading on twitter fans talking about the cruise. I heard they said next year but wasn't aware they actually announced a date. It was hard to hear everything being there live. So I tweeted asking if they said an actual date or just next year and I got a reply from none other than Brian Thomas Littrell. Haha He's funny.
So after GMA we saw the boys. Nick came first. I just said Hi and let him go. He looked a little annoyed. Next I saw Kristin and didn't even realize it was her at first. Then I saw Mason and I told her how adorable Mason was. She lit up SO much and said "Thank you so much for that. I appreciate it." Then I saw Kevin and I told him the same thing and he smiled so big and said "thank you so much." Howie came in next but he was on the other side so we just said Hi and let him go on his way. Next Brian came and he stopped to talk to us. He signed my favorite picture of me and him on stage. I told him thanks again for that time and he was like "you're welcome it was a lot of fun." Then we took a picture and I told him thanks for everything he does. I also said "thanks for telling me when the cruise was because apparently I missed that memo." And he laughed and said "that was funny wasn't it?" LOL I didn't see AJ. So he either snuck in while I was talking to Brian or came in later. LOL Then it was time to get ready to go home.
Me and Brian: (I look horrible because I didn't really sleep in like 24 hours. But that's okay because Brian is awesome anyways.)
My signed picture. :) (Thanks again for taking this picture Danielle--look at that you got another shoutout/credit.lol)
So another event gone and more memories to last a lifetime. I met some new friends this time and I also was reunited with some amazing friends I already knew. Thank you to everyone who was a part of it. And I cannot wait for the next adventure. :)
I'd also like to add that I was one of the fans who weren't fully sold or happy on the idea of Kevin coming back. I had my own reasons for thinking that way. But after the rehearsal and GMA I am totally sold on him coming back. :)
So on the 29th they rehearsed for their rehearsal. Haha That sounds funny. LOL I had a few friends who were in the city and were able to see them. But thanks to Mary it was like I was there when she was with Brian. Thanks again girl. ;) (PS: Giselle I'm still totally jealous you got a group picture with them. LOL)
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So the event starts. It was such an incredible indescribable feeling seeing ALL FIVE BOYS back together again performing for the first time even if it was just for a rehearsal. You could tell Kevy Kev was back right off the bat because the intro to "Incomplete" wasn't good enough so they had to start over and if that wasn't enough when they were done with the song he wanted to do the whole thing over again. Guess that's the point of a rehearsal. ;) But I wanted to die a little inside because that song bores my life to great lengths. LOL I have no clue really the correct order of the songs but I know they sang "Larger than Life," "I want it that way" & "Everybody" along with "Incomplete." It was a lot of fun. Kind of was hoping they would do a new song. According to Leighanne that was part of the reason we weren't allowed to take videos/pictures. But I guess Jenn decided at the last minute NOT to have them do a new song. Kind of lame but whatever. The other reason we weren't allowed to take videos/pictures was because they were filming it for part of their documentary they are working on that is showing them making this next record. So that was kind of cool. During "I want it that way" when it was Kevin's turn to sing he didn't. I joked that it was because he forgot the lyrics but it turns out it was really because he just got choked up and couldn't sing. It was precious. So AJ sang along with him and they all hugged him and stuff. Then he asked to do the song over again from the 2nd verse so they did. It was adorable.
I was also excited to make into one of Brian's chirps. Haha I'm sure most people won't be able to find me but the point is I am in there and I can find myself. ;) LOL
At one point I died a little inside because Brian saw me and started rubbing both sides of his face where his facial hair is. I guess its no secret that I have a weakness for that man's facial hair and apparently now he knows it and thinks its funny. After I saw him do that and I laughed he just laughed too.
So most of the questions were pretty lame. But really at this point with all the Q&A's, SC's, ect. they do I have come to expect that 95% of the questions will be lame. And I totally get the "well not all fans go to every event,ect." But the whole "boxers or briefs" or "favorite/least favorite songs" really need to just not ever be asked any more ever again. At least they have fun with them at this point but still. LOL
Someone asked for "old time sake" if they wear boxers or briefs. Howie went into detail about how he isn't trying for anymore kids or something so he wears briefs. AJ and Brian both said briefs. Kevin and Nick both said they don't wear anything. Kevin then proceeded to show us that Nick was in fact wearing Under Armour underwear. Brian started lifting up the bottom of his shorts a little bit to show what he was wearing. LOL Nick said since they were older we should ask what they sleep in and he said he sleeps naked and he doesn't know how anyone can sleep with underwear on or socks. Then Brian pointed to AJ because of his sock issues. haha
Someone asked Howie about being a dad again and he talked about how he wasn't sure if he ever wanted to get married or have kids because he enjoyed the single partying life but then he saw Brian with Baylee and Kevin with Mason and the love they had and it would be ashame not to pass on his genes.
Someone told Brian they loved him since 2nd grade and asked for a hug and an autograph. Brian said he loved those kinds of questions because they are so easy. He went to her and hugged her and signed her picture. it was really cute.
Someone asked Kevin if he could have dinner with 4 people dead or alive who would they be. He said His father(and then he got choked up a bit), his grandfather, Barack Obama and Prince.
Someone asked Brian his least favorite song. He sang part of "If you want it to be good girl." And said the thing that sucks about that song is that most fans like it even though they hate it. Kevin said he liked the lyrics and the message but the way they did it was bad.
Someone asked AJ how many tattoos he has. He said over 100. And how he plans on getting his daughters hand prints(maybe feet prints-I forget lol) over his heart after she is born)
A guy asked how he can propose to his girlfriend on stage some day. Kevin asked if he could wait until 2013 and he said yes. So Kevin told him to give his contact info to Jenn or someone and they will make it happen. (I need to find me a man like that. haha)
Someone asked Nick his favorite BSB song and his favorite *N sync song. He tried to say his favorite songs were the songs they just recorded for the new record. But that wasn't acceptable so eventually he said "10,000 Promises." He went on to say how he had to fight with Jenn to get it on the NKOTBSB tour because she told him fans wouldn't want it. Apparently the same thing happened with "Larger than life." He then talked about how wrong she was. LOL He said he didn't have a favorite *N sync song but he loves all the NKOTB songs because he heard them so much under the stage. Eventually he said he liked the song "I want you back." LOL
Brian sang a tiny part of "That's what she said" and then said "Sorry I don't have my guitar for that song." LOL
Kevin talked about why he decided to come back and how he follows his heart and gut and it just felt right. He left because he hit a wall with his creativity and it had NOTHING to do with his relationship with the rest of the guys. He said he still hung out and saw the guys at times. Him and Howie vacationed a lot together. He also mentioned how his favorite song on This is us was "Undone" and it should have been a single.
And that's about all I really remember about the Q&A's. I'm sure I missed some but I can't remember. LOL
So then it was time for the Meet and Greet and the pictures. We were one of the last groups to go in. Josh was at the door giving his usual "no hugs,kisses,ect." speech. When he saw us all he didn't even bother really telling us all that. He was like "you guys know the rules...." LOL First was AJ before we got to him he was apologizing to us if we saw his crack, luckily I didn't but I had no clue what he was talking about. LOL I shook his hand and he was kind of like whatever. LOL Then Nick smiled all adorable(yes you read that right Nick and the word adorable in the same sentence.lol) and shook my hand and said "Hey, its good to see you again." Howie said the same thing only he hit me with a wink too. ;) Next up was Kevin and after hearing Nick and Howie say similar things I felt like Kevin was gonna say it too and if he would have I would have said "sir, we've never met stop lying." But he really shook my hand and said "Hi, Nice to meet you." and he looked into my eyes and I felt like he was burning a hole into my soul for about 20 years. I'm no Kevin girl but for those 4.2 seconds I might have been. He has this intense look too. (I always thought Brian had an intense look at times too maybe its the Kentucky water or something. I dunno.) Next up was Brian and he reached out and grabbed me to hug me and I kind of stopped and said "you're gonna get me in trouble." And he laughed and said "Oh stop and get over here and hug me." So I said "yes sir." It was quiet the awkward hug but it was nice at the same time. My face was like in his armpit.(Luckily he didn't smell bad. ;) lol) but it felt like we hugged for 100 years. (Not that I minded that really. He always gives the best hugs) I asked him where his DKNY hat was and he told me he wasn't wearing it. I wanted to say "Really Captain Obvious?" But I was nice. ;) He then said "its at the hotel." Then I asked what the point of wearing a hat in his pocket was and he said "Just in case I wanna put it on." LOL Then we were talking about something else while the next group of fans came in and I was like "Brian! I gotta go you really wanna get me in trouble today." He laughed and said "I'm sorry." LOL
So the next day was Good Morning America. We got there at like 3am or 4am. I don't even remember. LOL We hung out and waited in line. Everyone who was at the rehearsal the night before got to be let in before everyone else who was camping out. Most of my friends won other contests which let them even closer to the stage. Luckily I have amazing friends who hooked me up. Thank you again Mary. (I feel like this is becoming a new theme with me and thanking you. Seriously though I hope you know I appreciate it all.) So we are chilling waiting for them to come out and Sound check. In the mean time AJ and Brian decide to come out and give the fans some bagels. (The one guy said he's been doing this concert series thing for 6 years and it was the FIRST TIME the artist brought breakfast to the fans. - Those boys are cute.) I actually got a bagel from AJ. It was chocolate or something and it was melting. Pretty gross. LOL
A short time later they passed out some sweet GMA glasses. Me and Jackie were ready for the show. Haha
The boys came out and did Sound check. I died a little inside again because they had to do "Incomplete" twice. If this is gonna be the new theme I might have second thoughts about being happy Kevin is back. ;) LOL
Seeing all 5 boys together was such a magical feeling. They were doing some "boy band poses." Well really mostly Brian was doing random poses while the other guys stood there. LOL
During their performances they did a little interview as well. It was kind of annoying because they acted like they ALL reunited after 6 years. They need to start giving the other 4 boys credit for TWO ALBUMS without Kevin AND the NKOTBSB tour/CD.
so that was about it for GMA. Here's some nice eye candy to enjoy. ;)
Frick and Frack :)
One of the reasons I am totally sold on Kevin coming back is because the dances he does and the faces he makes while doing said dances.
Exhibit A:
Brian was having a little too much fun pointing out funny signs and showing the other guys, especially AJ.
This picture I just wanna share because he's adorable.
Kevin got choked up during "I want it that way" during GMA too. Brian thought he'd try to make feel better with a hug. They are cute.
So we started walking back to the hotel and I was reading on twitter fans talking about the cruise. I heard they said next year but wasn't aware they actually announced a date. It was hard to hear everything being there live. So I tweeted asking if they said an actual date or just next year and I got a reply from none other than Brian Thomas Littrell. Haha He's funny.
Me and Brian: (I look horrible because I didn't really sleep in like 24 hours. But that's okay because Brian is awesome anyways.)
So another event gone and more memories to last a lifetime. I met some new friends this time and I also was reunited with some amazing friends I already knew. Thank you to everyone who was a part of it. And I cannot wait for the next adventure. :)
I'd also like to add that I was one of the fans who weren't fully sold or happy on the idea of Kevin coming back. I had my own reasons for thinking that way. But after the rehearsal and GMA I am totally sold on him coming back. :)
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Mixtape Festival 2012 - My review....
I don't even know where to begin on putting into words all that happened over the weekend that was Mixtape Festival 2012. But here goes nothing...
Before I even made it to mixtape Brian was his ever so adorable self tweeting me to be safe after I told him I was on my way to Mixtape and then telling me he will have his hat. :)
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So the first day was a lot of fun even though I mainly went to Mixtape for BSB and they weren't there until the 2nd day. It rained but that didn't stop us from having our own dance parties in the back when Aaron Carter, Steel Panther, DJ Pauly D and New Kids on the Block performed.
Steel Panther were hilarious. Pretty sure they jacked The Backstreet Boys look from the Just Want you to know video. Brian even agrees! They even sang a tiny part of "I want it that way" but said they had to stop before they got sued and they couldn't afford it because they only had $10!!! So funny.
New Kids on the Block started the show from the back. So we had an awesome spot for wanting to just chill in the back to begin with.
So now to the good stuff. Day 2 of mxtape. This is where the BBQ, meeting NKOTB, the Wylee party and NKOTBSB concert happen...
So first its the BSB BBQ. It was SO much more fun than I anticipated. I really thought it was gonna be a giant mess but surprisingly it was not. The boys decided to pick out tables to hang out and eat. Brian was attempting to come to my table before he caught ADD and served a fan some food and then had to go to the Wylee table to hand out pre-orders.
So while I was standing in line to get my pre-order Brian noticed me and said "nice necklace." and I just smiled & said "Thanks." Then a few minutes later he was like "oh yeah look what I have." and pointed to his hat, again I just laughed. Then he rubbed his facial hair and was like "oh I have some of this too." That's when I really died, not only because I have a weakness for that man when he has facial hair but that's when I knew more than ever he does in fact read ALL my ridiculous tweets. (I was tweeting a few days earlier how I was hoping he'd have facial hair for mixtape. ) So then he said "I was shaving last night and I thought I'd leave this on just for you." I just put my head down and laughed and I am pretty sure I turned about 10 shades of red. hahaha So then he saw that I had my paper for my pre-order in my hand and he was like "Do you really have that paper like I don't know who you are?" And even Leighanne was like "really?" LOL So I get my preorder. We had a little chat about twitter. Won't go into all that because I'm sure it will just cause the haters to hate more BUT its all good because Brian knows they are out there and he doesn't care and neither do I. haha Then we took a picture. It was funny he put his hand on his head and Steph or Britt(sorry I fail for not remembering who took the picture. LOL) thought he wasn't ready for the picture and he was like "no go ahead this is my pose...its an inside joke but its not on the inside anymore because its all over twitter." (He's so cute) So this was the result:
So after that I was walking away and he was like "Yahtzee27!!!" I was like "uhhhh okay?" LOL
After that I chatted with Leighanne for a little bit. We discussed the day before and the rain and my tweets,ect. I eventually apologized to both Brian and Leighanne for all my ridiculous tweets. They both said it was fine and that they were funny. LOL
Next I went to go see Howie. I got my picture with him but its horrible. I wasn't ready and his eyes were almost closed but that's okay because I love me some Howie D. anyways. I always joke that I wanna put Howie in my pocket because he's little and because I just think it would be fabulous to have him in my pocket if I was having a bad day I could just pull him out and he'd be there to cheer me up. Yeah, I know I'm weird but whatever. So anyways....I told him that at the BBQ. I said "Howie I mean this in the most non-offensive way possible BUT I really just wanna put you in my pocket." He laughed & said "That's awesome, you totally could because I'm short." And I said "Exactly...." then I proceeded to tell him the reasons I wanted him in my pocket.
After that they picked fans to play games with the boys. After they picked for Brian & AJ I gave my ticket away to Jackie so she could have twice the chance to play with Nick, that didn't work out so well though. LOL Then I went to watch Brian play his game. It was some bean bag game. He was funny as usual. Trying to cheat and being all competitive and all that stuff he usually does. LOL
This is one of my favorite pictures because Brian is looking at that bean bag like he's never seen one before in his life. LOL
So fast forward a little bit and its time for us to take our pictures with the boys. We got to go first because we had to leave to go meet NKOTB. So we all line up. I went up to Brian & I showed him my sweet sneakers. He was like "Those are awesome I need to borrow them for the show!' I told him we could trade. Then he asked me if I was going to the Wylee party. (I really wasn't gonna go because I knew there would be 39439 fans there just staring at Brian and taking pics,ect.) So I said "Maybe?" And he said "Maybe? I better see you there!" So I said "yes, sir!!!" (That turned out to be the best decision I think, Thanks Brian. ;) lol) Then I saw AJ's bright orange watch and I said "OMG I love your watch I want it!" Before he said anything I noticed his bright sneakers and said "No wait! I want your sneakers instead!" (I love bright colored things.) I kind of don't remember Howie at this point but I am pretty sure I hugged him. LOL Then I went and hugged Nick and even Q!!! Then we go take the picture.
Love the picture. Even if I wasn't looking at the right camera. But at least I finally have a group picture with people I like and there aren't random people I don't know in it. LOL
So next up its time to meet NKOTB. This was so weird to me because I never met them before so I've just heard stories and stuff. So I went up to Jon first, we hugged and said Hi. Then I went to Donnie and girls were already all around him so I asked for a hug and he tried to reach out to hug me and kissed me on the cheek, it freaked me out a bit because I didn't expect it but at the same time I didn't mind. ;) So then I went to Jordan and asked him for a hug and as he went to hug me Joey started staring at me and it freaked me out a bit so I took my eyes off Jordan and looked at Joey and Jordan got "mad." He was like "Hey you said you wanted a hug so get over here and hug me!"(he was joking but still it was a bit freaky because I'm not used to them.lol) And then Joey was like "leave her alone she's looking at me!" and then I was looking at Joey and then back at Jordan like "What do I do?" And then Jordan said "do you want a hug or not?" And I said "yes!" so he hugged me. Then I got a hug from Joey and Danny too. I stood near Jordan(I think) for the picture. I also told Joey him and Brian are my favorite bromance. Team Broey! ;)
So then I decided to listen to Brian's orders and I headed to the Wylee party. Thanks again Mary for coming with me. I truly appreciate all the help and just everything during the weekend. :)
There were about 939593 fans all crowded around the Wylee table. I would have liked to have actually seen some of Leighanne's new stuff but that didn't work out so well. But its okay. Brian eventually saw me and said "Hey! You made it!" I was like "Yeah because someone told me to!" Haha Next time I got his attention I showed him my sign I made for the concert. He was like "Oooh that's gonna be easy to find, I'll look for it!"
My sign:
So we left the party went inside to get a spot for the show. I came in towards the end of "The Wanted." They were alright. Then I watched LL Cool J perform. He was good. I was next to like the biggest LL fan on the planet. It was hilarious watching her freak out. LOL
So then it was time for NKOTBSB! It was pretty cool seeing the last show of the this whole joint thing. I know they keep hinting there might be more with both in the future but I am gonna just pretend that I never heard that. I mean don't get me wrong I don't hate NKOTB but I just want my boys back on their own.
The show was amazing as usual. Donnie came out during Get Down. Brian and AJ came out at the end of Please Don't go girl to help Joey out. They all got dramatic like Joey at the end. It was funny. Joey came out during Quit Playing Games, with a phone. Not sure why but it was funny anyways. I love Brian & Joey together. They are cute.
So the time comes for the boys to pick fans so Brian finds me and reads my sign & then walks away, he did it like twice. I was dying inside! I wanted to scream out "JUST PICK ME ALREADY!!!!" LOL So then he came over and was tapping his finger on his chin like he was thinking. I am pretty sure that was like the longest few seconds/minutes of my life. The he pointed to me and told Josh and I went on my way. :)
I don't even know how to put into words how I felt up there. Like I wasn't even so much freaked out because Brian was singing to me but more so because I knew there were SO many people there watching. But it was definitely a moment I will NEVER EVER EVER forget EVER. Having the man you have loved since you were 12 years old sing to you in front of A LOT of people is just an amazing thing honestly i don't think its possible to put what that feels like into words. I like to say "Getting sang to by one of the sweetest men on the planet at the sweetest place on Earth....Doesn't get much better than that....They do say pictures are worth a thousand words so here are some pictures....
Look at that adorable face looking all concerned. He was asking me if I was okay. :)
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Just look at that beautiful man singing to me. <3 (may no attention to my awkward faces)
He asked me if I saw the bright lights. I told him I couldn't see anything. He said "Welcome to my world." I think I figured out the real reason he closes his eyes a lot on stage. ;) lol
And look at that adorable smile/laugh. I don't even remember what he was laughing at but its cute. :)
Smiling face? LOL
It might not have been real but he got down on one knee for me...I'll take it. ;)
This is seriously probably my favorite picture out of all of them that I have seen so far. I don't think there are enough Thank you's in the world to thank Danielle for this picture. I LOVE it so much. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! (Is that enough credit. ;) lol) But seriously everything about it is perfect. His smile, my smile. The fact you can just tell(at least I can) that they are genuine and real emotions going on in this photo. OK...let me stop I think you get the point, I'm sorry. LOL
His hugs are seriously the best. <3
A HUGE THANK YOU to anyone who took pictures of me on stage. I appreciate them all more than you probably know. :)
So now for the rest of the show. I honestly don't remember them performing "Drowning." Pretty sure I was still floating on Cloud 9. LOL
It was funny for the finale New Kids came out in BSB shirts and BSB came out in New Kids shirts. Brian was trying to look bad ass with his shades and hat. It worked. ;)
Some more pics:
And then it was over.... :(
So the next was the Softball game. Brian was trying to be Superman out there, running all over the field. He really is such a competitor.
After the game we had to find Leighanne because some friends had to pick up more pre-orders only it got a little crazy so Brian ended up leaving. So they had to go to the hotel to get their stuff. We got to chat with Leighanne for a little bit. I love her, she seriously is awesome. Then a little bit after Brian came to chat with us too. It was the PERFECT ending to the PERFECT weekend. I honestly don't think ANYTHING could top this weekend.....EVER! :)
I even tweeted Brian to tell him I was looking at pics of us on stage and how I looked ridiculous but it was okay because he was awesome and he told me I didn't. He's cute. :)
One last note: I got to hang out with some AMAZING people at mixtape. Some I've met before that weekend, others I had only just met but if you were part of it in any way just know that I appreciate it. The boys have brought me some of the best friends in the world. I am truly beyond blessed. :)
Before I even made it to mixtape Brian was his ever so adorable self tweeting me to be safe after I told him I was on my way to Mixtape and then telling me he will have his hat. :)
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So the first day was a lot of fun even though I mainly went to Mixtape for BSB and they weren't there until the 2nd day. It rained but that didn't stop us from having our own dance parties in the back when Aaron Carter, Steel Panther, DJ Pauly D and New Kids on the Block performed.
Steel Panther were hilarious. Pretty sure they jacked The Backstreet Boys look from the Just Want you to know video. Brian even agrees! They even sang a tiny part of "I want it that way" but said they had to stop before they got sued and they couldn't afford it because they only had $10!!! So funny.
New Kids on the Block started the show from the back. So we had an awesome spot for wanting to just chill in the back to begin with.
So now to the good stuff. Day 2 of mxtape. This is where the BBQ, meeting NKOTB, the Wylee party and NKOTBSB concert happen...
So first its the BSB BBQ. It was SO much more fun than I anticipated. I really thought it was gonna be a giant mess but surprisingly it was not. The boys decided to pick out tables to hang out and eat. Brian was attempting to come to my table before he caught ADD and served a fan some food and then had to go to the Wylee table to hand out pre-orders.
So while I was standing in line to get my pre-order Brian noticed me and said "nice necklace." and I just smiled & said "Thanks." Then a few minutes later he was like "oh yeah look what I have." and pointed to his hat, again I just laughed. Then he rubbed his facial hair and was like "oh I have some of this too." That's when I really died, not only because I have a weakness for that man when he has facial hair but that's when I knew more than ever he does in fact read ALL my ridiculous tweets. (I was tweeting a few days earlier how I was hoping he'd have facial hair for mixtape. ) So then he said "I was shaving last night and I thought I'd leave this on just for you." I just put my head down and laughed and I am pretty sure I turned about 10 shades of red. hahaha So then he saw that I had my paper for my pre-order in my hand and he was like "Do you really have that paper like I don't know who you are?" And even Leighanne was like "really?" LOL So I get my preorder. We had a little chat about twitter. Won't go into all that because I'm sure it will just cause the haters to hate more BUT its all good because Brian knows they are out there and he doesn't care and neither do I. haha Then we took a picture. It was funny he put his hand on his head and Steph or Britt(sorry I fail for not remembering who took the picture. LOL) thought he wasn't ready for the picture and he was like "no go ahead this is my pose...its an inside joke but its not on the inside anymore because its all over twitter." (He's so cute) So this was the result:
So after that I was walking away and he was like "Yahtzee27!!!" I was like "uhhhh okay?" LOL
After that I chatted with Leighanne for a little bit. We discussed the day before and the rain and my tweets,ect. I eventually apologized to both Brian and Leighanne for all my ridiculous tweets. They both said it was fine and that they were funny. LOL
Next I went to go see Howie. I got my picture with him but its horrible. I wasn't ready and his eyes were almost closed but that's okay because I love me some Howie D. anyways. I always joke that I wanna put Howie in my pocket because he's little and because I just think it would be fabulous to have him in my pocket if I was having a bad day I could just pull him out and he'd be there to cheer me up. Yeah, I know I'm weird but whatever. So anyways....I told him that at the BBQ. I said "Howie I mean this in the most non-offensive way possible BUT I really just wanna put you in my pocket." He laughed & said "That's awesome, you totally could because I'm short." And I said "Exactly...." then I proceeded to tell him the reasons I wanted him in my pocket.
After that they picked fans to play games with the boys. After they picked for Brian & AJ I gave my ticket away to Jackie so she could have twice the chance to play with Nick, that didn't work out so well though. LOL Then I went to watch Brian play his game. It was some bean bag game. He was funny as usual. Trying to cheat and being all competitive and all that stuff he usually does. LOL
This is one of my favorite pictures because Brian is looking at that bean bag like he's never seen one before in his life. LOL
So fast forward a little bit and its time for us to take our pictures with the boys. We got to go first because we had to leave to go meet NKOTB. So we all line up. I went up to Brian & I showed him my sweet sneakers. He was like "Those are awesome I need to borrow them for the show!' I told him we could trade. Then he asked me if I was going to the Wylee party. (I really wasn't gonna go because I knew there would be 39439 fans there just staring at Brian and taking pics,ect.) So I said "Maybe?" And he said "Maybe? I better see you there!" So I said "yes, sir!!!" (That turned out to be the best decision I think, Thanks Brian. ;) lol) Then I saw AJ's bright orange watch and I said "OMG I love your watch I want it!" Before he said anything I noticed his bright sneakers and said "No wait! I want your sneakers instead!" (I love bright colored things.) I kind of don't remember Howie at this point but I am pretty sure I hugged him. LOL Then I went and hugged Nick and even Q!!! Then we go take the picture.
Love the picture. Even if I wasn't looking at the right camera. But at least I finally have a group picture with people I like and there aren't random people I don't know in it. LOL
So then I decided to listen to Brian's orders and I headed to the Wylee party. Thanks again Mary for coming with me. I truly appreciate all the help and just everything during the weekend. :)
There were about 939593 fans all crowded around the Wylee table. I would have liked to have actually seen some of Leighanne's new stuff but that didn't work out so well. But its okay. Brian eventually saw me and said "Hey! You made it!" I was like "Yeah because someone told me to!" Haha Next time I got his attention I showed him my sign I made for the concert. He was like "Oooh that's gonna be easy to find, I'll look for it!"
My sign:
So we left the party went inside to get a spot for the show. I came in towards the end of "The Wanted." They were alright. Then I watched LL Cool J perform. He was good. I was next to like the biggest LL fan on the planet. It was hilarious watching her freak out. LOL
So then it was time for NKOTBSB! It was pretty cool seeing the last show of the this whole joint thing. I know they keep hinting there might be more with both in the future but I am gonna just pretend that I never heard that. I mean don't get me wrong I don't hate NKOTB but I just want my boys back on their own.
The show was amazing as usual. Donnie came out during Get Down. Brian and AJ came out at the end of Please Don't go girl to help Joey out. They all got dramatic like Joey at the end. It was funny. Joey came out during Quit Playing Games, with a phone. Not sure why but it was funny anyways. I love Brian & Joey together. They are cute.
So the time comes for the boys to pick fans so Brian finds me and reads my sign & then walks away, he did it like twice. I was dying inside! I wanted to scream out "JUST PICK ME ALREADY!!!!" LOL So then he came over and was tapping his finger on his chin like he was thinking. I am pretty sure that was like the longest few seconds/minutes of my life. The he pointed to me and told Josh and I went on my way. :)
I don't even know how to put into words how I felt up there. Like I wasn't even so much freaked out because Brian was singing to me but more so because I knew there were SO many people there watching. But it was definitely a moment I will NEVER EVER EVER forget EVER. Having the man you have loved since you were 12 years old sing to you in front of A LOT of people is just an amazing thing honestly i don't think its possible to put what that feels like into words. I like to say "Getting sang to by one of the sweetest men on the planet at the sweetest place on Earth....Doesn't get much better than that....They do say pictures are worth a thousand words so here are some pictures....
Look at that adorable face looking all concerned. He was asking me if I was okay. :)
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Just look at that beautiful man singing to me. <3 (may no attention to my awkward faces)
He asked me if I saw the bright lights. I told him I couldn't see anything. He said "Welcome to my world." I think I figured out the real reason he closes his eyes a lot on stage. ;) lol
And look at that adorable smile/laugh. I don't even remember what he was laughing at but its cute. :)
Smiling face? LOL
It might not have been real but he got down on one knee for me...I'll take it. ;)
This is seriously probably my favorite picture out of all of them that I have seen so far. I don't think there are enough Thank you's in the world to thank Danielle for this picture. I LOVE it so much. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! (Is that enough credit. ;) lol) But seriously everything about it is perfect. His smile, my smile. The fact you can just tell(at least I can) that they are genuine and real emotions going on in this photo. OK...let me stop I think you get the point, I'm sorry. LOL
His hugs are seriously the best. <3
So now for the rest of the show. I honestly don't remember them performing "Drowning." Pretty sure I was still floating on Cloud 9. LOL
It was funny for the finale New Kids came out in BSB shirts and BSB came out in New Kids shirts. Brian was trying to look bad ass with his shades and hat. It worked. ;)
Some more pics:
And then it was over.... :(
So the next was the Softball game. Brian was trying to be Superman out there, running all over the field. He really is such a competitor.
After the game we had to find Leighanne because some friends had to pick up more pre-orders only it got a little crazy so Brian ended up leaving. So they had to go to the hotel to get their stuff. We got to chat with Leighanne for a little bit. I love her, she seriously is awesome. Then a little bit after Brian came to chat with us too. It was the PERFECT ending to the PERFECT weekend. I honestly don't think ANYTHING could top this weekend.....EVER! :)
I even tweeted Brian to tell him I was looking at pics of us on stage and how I looked ridiculous but it was okay because he was awesome and he told me I didn't. He's cute. :)
One last note: I got to hang out with some AMAZING people at mixtape. Some I've met before that weekend, others I had only just met but if you were part of it in any way just know that I appreciate it. The boys have brought me some of the best friends in the world. I am truly beyond blessed. :)
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