I guess we could detach ourselves and say, to each, their own Then isn’t it the folks furthest removed that cast the first stone To obsess on anything is not the answer, even for one who rants To me, it’s unhealthy and obvious that one has lost their balance Then there’s life altering events as in the one’s we cannot control Still others exist when we decide again to make Continue Reading...
Trans-Siberian Orchestra 2014
I wasn't where I've grown accustomed to, but I was thereOn stage these pros all showed up, but do they really care As usual I polled those around me, some had, others newI smiled and waited, hoping they'd engage and feel it too Before the lights went dark I thought of my TSO friends, And I wondered who was here, where all that ails, mends I thought of moments passed and ones I may have missedI Continue Reading...
Moment
Photography 101. For 15 consecutive years my visit(s) with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra have created too many 'moments' to remember each and every one of them. Every year, I long for the time to stand still so I can sit, watch, enjoy, soak it in, and listen to the best shows I have ever seen. I thought a simple photo taken on my phone last night might serve as a good photo to capture a moment. Continue Reading...
Mystery
Photography 101. Who is this? What are they singing? One of my all-time favorites. Continue Reading...
Performance within a Performance
There’s a certain part of me that I hope never goes away. As a matter of fact, I wish it would continue to grow so that I may more effectively share it with others for the remainder of my days. I am talking about the feeling of Christmas morning, the appreciation of the season, the reason for Christmas, and my love for the old Christmas carols. Yes, even in my 40’s I still get excited about Continue Reading...
The first time
I was reading through some older posts today, and I came across these special words. I remember the night I wrote these words and how they just poured out onto the page faster than I could put them in order. It's rare when that happens, at least for me. This piece was, and still is, very special to me. This goes back to 2000 and the first time I saw TSO in concert. One of my favorite poems. Where Continue Reading...
Thanks #24 (Trans-Siberian Orchestra)
I am thankful for the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. In a couple of hours I will be going to see them for the 13th consecutive year. This is more than just a concert to me. Below I have included the links to the previous pieces I have written regarding TSO. I have another one or two pieces coming soon. For today, I am thankful for the band, their talents, the message they share, and the attention to Continue Reading...
Sunday Series – Inside the first time
A few days ago I wrote a post called "The first time" and it was a short story about my first time seeing the Trans-Siberian Orchestra in concert. I have included that post here and I am also going to add to it. This bit will be part of my Sunday Series as well. See, in December of 2000 when I first saw TSO in concert I was in the early stages of an internal battle that I hope I never see the Continue Reading...
The First Time
Upon seeing the Winter 2011 Tour visit Manchester this year, I have spent a lot of time, maybe too much time, reflecting on my experiences with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. I can't help but return to the first time I saw them. It was only their 2nd tour at the time and I couldn't wait to go see them live. I have copied a list of the 2000 Tour stops from the Trans-Siberian Orchestra's website. You Continue Reading...
My Escape With TSO
Life flies by. Time passes before my mind can catch up. My conscious mind reveals the reality that already was. And I am left wondering where did those hours go. It never seems to slow down, instead time just moves faster. The kids are growing into adulthood and I am feeling older. The cold mornings tug at me like I am supposed to be somewhere else. Where did the time go? I had my whole life in Continue Reading...