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Post by franki13 on Sept 10, 2017 13:19:31 GMT -5
My granddaughter texted that they have kayaks in case of flooding. My daughter reminded her to be aware of electrical wires, trees, etc if they have to use them. I think i'm going to go back to watching the weather channel now.
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Post by SophieB on Sept 10, 2017 13:29:38 GMT -5
csberkeley, LinaBo, sandynow sweetfreedom and terryluvsadam!
I turned on the weather and realized that Hurricane Irma is not going up the east coast of Fl but the west. Scares the hell out of me. My granddaughter, her fiancee, her Mom and stepDad decided to rideout it out at her Mom's house in Ft Myers. She has already lost power but was still able to text. They've ridden out heavy storms before even a Hurricane so they have a sturdy 2 story house which they boarded up and they are not right on the water. I just pray they will be okay. My prayers are with everyone that will be affected by this Hurricane. Hoping all your people are safe, franki13.......and all Atoppers and their loved ones in the path of this terrible thing. Haven't heard from theosgma.....hope you are doing ok ....
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Post by melliemom on Sept 10, 2017 14:00:05 GMT -5
csberkeley, LinaBo, sandynow sweetfreedom and terryluvsadam!
I turned on the weather and realized that Hurricane Irma is not going up the east coast of Fl but the west. Scares the hell out of me. My granddaughter, her fiancee, her Mom and stepDad decided to rideout it out at her Mom's house in Ft Myers. She has already lost power but was still able to text. They've ridden out heavy storms before even a Hurricane so they have a sturdy 2 story house which they boarded up and they are not right on the water. I just pray they will be okay. My prayers are with everyone that will be affected by this Hurricane. A very close friend of mine and her husband moved to Ft. Meyers about a year ago and we've been messaging the past 3 days. They a hunkered down in their condo which is on the 4th floor. So far so good but the worst is yet to come. ONE OF MY DAUGHTERS LIVES IN BRADENTON/SARASOTA.. ALSO HUNKERED DOWN...SCARY ???
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Post by skaschep on Sept 10, 2017 14:24:25 GMT -5
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Post by skaschep on Sept 10, 2017 14:24:50 GMT -5
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Post by girldrummer on Sept 10, 2017 14:28:17 GMT -5
Well put and beautifully stated.. Today is a new day and I don't believe Adam is going through what he did in the past.. For the most part,he chooses or allows friends to show what he wants to be seen of his private life on instagram , youtube,etc..I don't see the press chasing him to talk about his sexuality any more... IMHO Everything happened so fast for Adam that he didn't have real time to chart a path,other than being a recording star .. Now he has the time ,there is less scrutiny... he intimated on a couple of interviews, Ru Paul comes to mind, that he was thinking of the future because he was now 35 years old and he has to make some decisions on his career and life.. Life changes Every 7 years kind of thing .What he decides will be very interesting,because in my opinion,He has it all.. what does Adam want now.. Queen won't go on forever... the music business is drastically changing,but still a bit homophobic.. so where does that glorious man with that glorious voice go . To paraphrase Adam to Ru..Oy Where do we put that Jewy ginger . lurleene, you stated beautifully what so many of us (and probably you as well) were talking about as Adam was being interviewed so much right out of Idol. We said, "Why do they always want to dwell on his sexuality?" Did Adam's openness give them license to ask him about it all the time? Would they have asked other gay singers similar question? We fans asked these questions in those first few years. The answer is NO! They would not ask other gay singers the same questions, beyond just the basic "you're gay." Adam was cornered into making gay jokes, asked constantly about make-up (asked to apply makeup to lots of people), talk about nail polish, etc etc etc. I remember him once being asked to autograph a condom package. He did it with good humor. I can't imagine them asking other gay performers such personal sexual things. But they did with Adam. He rolled with it like a good sport. Sometimes the interviews barely got to the topic of his music. It kind of established a pattern. Adam was a good guest, always witty and funny and ready to roll with the punches. Then his music often took a back seat in the conversation. He's come a long way. He can steer the conversation skillfully. He's a great media personality and could excel at that role if given the chance. Milliemom, you are right. His Ru Paul interview was very revealing. He is thinking of his future in the business. He's not a teen idol. His stabs at the Top 40 have been spotty at best. Talent does not always win out when it comes to super-stardom. Other than Idol's superstars like Kelly and Carrie, other Idol alums have taken a different path. Daughtry, David Cook, Kris Allen, PP, etc.....they all perform a lot. They are always on some kind of "tour." Smaller venues, sometimes touring with a group of other acts, etc. They can keep this up for years, regardless of record sales. Adam does not do this. His solo tours are higher in profile, but they are rarer. They are tied to his albums. Trespassing didn't sell well, so he put together the WAG tour to get him through that phase. He doesn't do the "fifty weeks a year" thing where he performs anywhere he can. That routine doesn't suit his personality at all. He is higher profile. And even though he humorously refers to himself as a "solid C-list celebrity," he IS definitely a celebrity who has worked with HUGE names in the business, every one of whom sings his praises. When he does one-offs, they are pretty high-profile, too. They are usually tied to some big star or high-end event. He is part of that circle. This next solo phase will be really interesting. Probably a turning point. And maybe for the better!
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Post by Q3 on Sept 10, 2017 14:56:21 GMT -5
First, to all who are in Florida or who have family there, like I do, I'm praying. I am so thankful this storm hit the mountains in Cuba and is not a 5 -- and now has moved a bit east and might be kinder to Tampa.
I have many ties to Florida -- many family and friends there, worked there for several years, went to grad school at Univ of Miami, and lived through 6 big hurricanes. I am so pleased that people prepared for this one -- and that most people left the Keys and barrier islands/low areas.
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Back to Adam -- I agree with you, girldrummer, that Adam has forged his own path. And it is an interesting path. He seems to view his career as his job, not his life. And he has built a career that could last for decades in the future. It is exactly what he said he wanted on the days after Idol ended. An interesting career with longevity, and to make some money. I doubt he ever imagined that he would end up creating at least 4 major label albums, doing worldwide solo tour, and fronting Queen. He is now knows as a great vocalist with some acting ability, plus has created some credible original music.
Right now, I just want A4 to be good -- filled with quality music and Adam's voice.
I want Adam to get a few more acting parts -- being in JCSS would be great.
And I want Adam to stay the nice, somewhat humble man he is.
[And it would be nice is someday he found a life partner. A dog is nice but not a substitute.]
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Post by seoulmate on Sept 10, 2017 15:08:40 GMT -5
Can anyone tell me where it was that Adam sang that particularly long note in STL.....and sort of ran round in a circle as he did it....in latest tour.....please,.... Wanted to send link to someone and can't find it. oooooh... thanks for asking for this, SophieB!! SO MUCH FUN to watch again. And again. And again! One of the best STLs EVER!
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Post by skaschep on Sept 10, 2017 15:19:22 GMT -5
I just did my weekly update of Adam's stats. It's time for new music I think. Everything is dropping except his follower increase on both YT and Spotify. My weekly update of stats for @adamlambert 10 September 2017! @spotify @youtube He needs new music. Check the link: sway.com/dvyjARDoMKjPamyh?ref=Twitter
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Post by lurleene on Sept 10, 2017 15:33:01 GMT -5
Jane @2wofux Russian singer @fkirkorov appeared at New Wave in the same costume that @adamlambert was wearing during his US QAL tour😁Who wore it better?😜 Jane @2wofux dni.ru/showbiz/2017/9/10/379775.html … I thought some fans were saying Adam's suit was from TOH tour and he had added the embellishments. It was like the leather pants and some were claiming that the black ones had been painted silver (which made little sense). Then we saw them in every color possible. Why do they do that and what purpose does it serve?
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