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What IF YouR Tiniest DreamS... Became a RealitY... ๐
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What IF YouR Tiniest DreamS... Became a RealitY... ๐ I see her often โ she's my youngest . I hugged her a couple of weeks ago and asked her what was new. She smiled and said to me, "Pa, there's this show next Saturday, at the club," she works there part-time. "Mario, the drummer, asked me to join them for a few songs in their set. We practised โ it worked." But then, she tripped me up. My eyes widened. "Mario wanted to know if YOU felt like playing drums for a couple of songs. 'Creep' and another by the Chilli Peppers โ 'Under The Bridge'. "Are you kidding?" I said yes โ in a split second. It was past eleven, and that small club was packed and buzzing. The band got up on stage and powered through their set, then Mario introduced my ... and welcomed me up to the kit. In my time, I've played for crowds of thousands, but to say I was a bit nervous โ in front of THAT low ceiling โ would have been an understatement. My has a powerful voice and has recorded with numerous groups. I wasn't worried about her โ I was hoping that I wouldn't fuck up. BOTH songs kicked so much fricken ass. So pure, with crystal clarity and a perfect mix. Such a smooth beat for a drummer to trip off and a great vibe to get blown away on. But... The thing was, I was backing up MY โ the spotlights were on her; I was smashing out the beat. A couple of hundred people cheered wildly, and her fans and friends screamed. I had a lump choking my throat and had a hard time focusing on anything but hitting my marks. The sound was heart-thumping through-the-soul epic, and my ears were fricken numb and ringing as I walked off the stage. It was a buzz of a lifetime. DAMN, did it kick ass! Those two songs are legendary and I was so proud of her; but I'm thrilled that I didn't drop my sticks. I guess you had to be there. Life is short. Drive fast, carry a double-kick in your 'overnight', and fuck the rest. ๐โ  What IF YouR Tiniest DreamS Became a RealitY ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O |
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I miss performance bars and live bands and listening to musicians bend their hearts out to a welcoming crowd. ๐โโ I'll die with a pair of sticks in my car. I'll make sure to hit that cement wall at two hundred without those seatbelts... holding me back... There's no 'Old Folks Home' in my future. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Am I alone when I talk about the love of live music and loud vibes? ๐ค ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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What a heart warming post. Sounds like you had a great time. on stage with your daughter. The Light is shinning and she is lonely and waiting in the darkness. 
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That is beyond cool, and such a wonderful memory made too. *Creative Outlets of All Forms thru Me*
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How incredible for both of you!! I hope you two get to do this again. And again 
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1 post 10/10/2021 12:29 am |
I would want to never stop dreaming.
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10/10/2021 2:43 am |
That sounds like such an amazing experience for both of you. I would have loved to be in the audience, I love music.
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What a wonderful experience that both of you will be sure to remember always!! 
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One of the best feelings in the world is sharing experiences with your kids and watching them shine.
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That sounds quite a night. You clearly are an accomplished drummer. I once saw Status Quo at a festival and the drummer dropped a stick but he carried on brilliantly with one stick. 
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What a heart warming post. Sounds like you had a great time. on stage with your daughter. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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That is beyond cool, and such a wonderful memory made too. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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How incredible for both of you!! I hope you two get to do this again. And again ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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I would want to never stop dreaming. Are there any you're still chasing? ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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That sounds like such an amazing experience for both of you. I would have loved to be in the audience, I love music. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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What a wonderful experience that both of you will be sure to remember always!! You're a party animal, dja ever seek out those live bands when you travel? ๐ค ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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One of the best feelings in the world is sharing experiences with your kids and watching them shine. Can you imagine โ when your daughter is old enough โ going to a bar and watching a band with her? ๐โโ ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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That sounds quite a night. You clearly are an accomplished drummer. I once saw Status Quo at a festival and the drummer dropped a stick but he carried on brilliantly with one stick. I always have spare sticks strategically placed, just in case I drop one. It's not that hard to play with one hand... if the beat isn't too wild. That concert you saw sounds like a classic. Are the bars opening up across the pond? ๐ค Or is that your style? ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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10/10/2021 5:17 am |
That sounds fun, I bet it felt great!
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Thanks for sharing, sounds like it was an amazing time, I prefer a smaller crowd.
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Lovely story. ๐ผ I do miss live music. My favorite venue for many years was First Avenue. These days, I have to admit I gravitate more toward someplace where i can sit for at least part of the show.   
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We've shared a ton of epic nights, but I, was always the one on that stage. I always have spare sticks strategically placed, just in case I drop one. It's not that hard to play with one hand... if the beat isn't too wild. That concert you saw sounds like a classic. Are the bars opening up across the pond? ๐ค Or is that your style?
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I love both songs my fellow drummer. I teared up reading this my friend.Such a proud Dad you must have been with your daughter in the spotlight and backing her up, both as the beat behind her voice, and the beat of your heart as Father and daughter... xoxo
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if the emojis worked id have a line of them for the pop n gal dynamic duo... woop woop
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This is the coolest. I sense the pride in your words. Ive always said....never miss a chance to make a memory. U done well dad . Kudos !!
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what a special moment!! i hope you have more like this together!
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That sounds fun, I bet it felt great! Are you into live music in your part of the planet ๐? ๐ค ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Thanks for sharing, sounds like it was an amazing time, I prefer a smaller crowd. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Lovely story. ๐ผ I do miss live music. My favorite venue for many years was First Avenue. These days, I have to admit I gravitate more toward someplace where i can sit for at least part of the show. It's been quiet for a few years now, obviously. Anything opening up over there or are things still locked ๐ up? ๐ค ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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I love both songs my fellow drummer. I teared up reading this my friend.Such a proud Dad you must have been with your daughter in the spotlight and backing her up, both as the beat behind her voice, and the beat of your heart as Father and daughter... xoxo I miss playing... Anything cooking on your scene? Any good clubs in your local? ๐ค ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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if the emojis worked id have a line of them for the pop n gal dynamic duo... Some people think I'm full of shit for using too many of those emoji things. But hey... sometimes I've got nothing else to say. Ya know what I mean? ๐ค Yeah... I tripped out that night! ๐ ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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This is the coolest. I sense the pride in your words. Ive always said....never miss a chance to make a memory. U done well dad . Kudos !! It was a bit more than that 'Poppa pride' thingy; it was an out-of-body experience. The band duplicated the CD โ to the tee โ which is tough on those two songs, and her vocals were off the charts. I was floating there, listening, watching as the songs unfolded; it's a rare experience. Have you ever been a part of something and yet watched it from a distance? ๐ค Are you into live music OR musicians? lol ๐ They're sooo trippy! Ya don't wanna know. lol ๐ ๐ ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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what a special moment!! i hope you have more like this together! I'm hopeful we'll do it again. She's connected! How old can a drummer be, before he's TOO old to carry a set of sticks? ๐ค Are you into live music? ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Each summer, I'd enjoy the festival scene here in parks and places like that; they give you a chair to sit on. lol ๐ It's been quiet for a few years now, obviously. Anything opening up over there or are things still locked ๐ up? ๐ค Music venues are open in my area and most of them are requiring proof of vaccination or a recent negative Covid test. Iโve still been feeling a little hesitant about being in a crowded indoor space, but Iโm thinking about getting back on the volunteer schedule at the nonprofit venue I used to volunteer at.
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Drummers are sick; quiet, yet deadly. lol ๐ Bra? How's about them panties, girl! ๐ ๐ฎ Yeah, you would have rocked, with the rest of us. I love that midnight vibe. It's outta control, but civil and so much fun. But is it real? It's real for me... until my ears stop ringing. Ya know what I mean? ๐ค lol ๐ Yep... life... ๐ ๐ ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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......Lovely story,Paul.
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......Lovely story,Paul. Are you into live music? They have a ton of clubs in your part of the city. โ ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Pretty fantastic! My daughter plays and sings around town some. I don't think I could manage to play with her but we have in the past at home. She used to do standup comedy and one night read something I had wrote to her about a dream I had while I was there. Nothing beats watching your kids do well at something.
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Pretty fantastic! My daughter plays and sings around town some. I don't think I could manage to play with her but we have in the past at home. She used to do standup comedy and one night read something I had wrote to her about a dream I had while I was there. Nothing beats watching your kids do well at something. I've attended an open-mic night at several clubs, and I've been dared, but I never had... uhm... the material ready. Your daughter sounds diverse. Are those YOUR genes she carries? ๐ค ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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10/11/2021 6:16 am |
You raised a talented daughter, but you my friend have a lot of talents yourself! But to be on the Spotlight, your talented daughter and your back her up. God loved you both! For he bless you both in so many ways!
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You raised a talented daughter, but you my friend have a lot of talents yourself! But to be on the Spotlight, your talented daughter and your back her up. God loved you both! For he bless you both in so many ways! Now, if HE would only fix my car stereo, I'd be REALLY happy. Ya know what I mean? ๐ค ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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She's very talented... in a lot of different ways. The genes she gets directly from me are probably more the stubborn and angry kind; it's her immediate reaction to not understanding something. She had several opportunities to take her standup out on the road but declined as she likes to have a life I think.
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The fact your daughter wanted you to share in that moment proves what a special relationship you have. And who doesn't love live music that highlights great vocals and a kick-ass drummer
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The fact your daughter wanted you to share in that moment proves what a special relationship you have. And who doesn't love live music that highlights great vocals and a kick-ass drummer I read, all the time, about some 'old fogey' getting up on stage with his offspring. Music seems to create a bond that mends the stereotypes of broken bonds and builds bridges between generations. I believe it has a lot to do with how a creative mind is wired. I imagine every mother and father search for some sort of 'invisible link', to their seedlings, no? ๐ค ๐โโ ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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life IS short.... seize what ever little bit of it that brings you joy
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life IS short.... seize what ever little bit of it that brings you joy Thanks for popping in and sharing your thoughts. ๐ ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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A memory-making experience! ๐ฅ ๐ฅ ๐ฅ Hope you get a chance to relive the magic again ๐ https://youtu.be/R6f_7G71p_w <--- reminds me of a concert I attended with a local blogger from here, who also happens to be a drummer https://youtu.be/qYQABJXHfpE <--- reminds me of a bar gig where another local blogger (bass guitar) performed
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A memory-making experience! ๐ฅ ๐ฅ ๐ฅ Hope you get a chance to relive the magic again ๐ https://youtu.be/R6f_7G71p_w <--- reminds me of a concert I attended with a local blogger from here, who also happens to be a drummer https://youtu.be/qYQABJXHfpE <--- reminds me of a bar gig where another local blogger (bass guitar) performed Excellent drummers powered both groups. I'd always try and pick something up from those guys with the sticks. My daughter and I share a love for music, and we might collab in the future at some show โ if chance permits. Thanks for popping in and sharing your experience. I can only imagine how HUGE those concerts were. Muse is seriously aggressive. lol ๐โโ Do you still go to concerts? ๐ค ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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OMG Paul! that had to be a totally epic night! I'd be "bustin' my buttons" proud if I were you too! AND freakin' just a bit for my own playing! Kudos to you and to your darlin' daughter! Yes, live music is alive and well here. I listen whenever I can stay awake enough to listen!  ~~~" Someone I loved once gave me a box full of darkness. It took me years to understand that this too, was a gift." --Mary Oliver~~~
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OMG Paul! that had to be a totally epic night! I'd be "bustin' my buttons" proud if I were you too! AND freakin' just a bit for my own playing! Kudos to you and to your darlin' daughter! Yes, live music is alive and well here. I listen whenever I can stay awake enough to listen! Stay awake? ๐ Whatcha doin' sleeping at a live concert? ๐โโ ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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