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Post by Q3 on Aug 20, 2014 22:57:47 GMT -5
I love that gif of Adam before his ice bucket challenge but all the gifs are creating a problem for me. Now that so many people are using them as an avi it's actually stopping me from reading the news thread. The last few days the only way I could read the news thread was to boot up my old Windows 7 laptop which can't cope with lots of videos on the same page but doesn't seem to have any problem with gifs. I don't dare open one of talons Queen thread pages with that laptop as it will take about 5 minutes to load and then probably crash. My chromebook has no problem with 30 videos on one page but creates blank squares randomly throughout the news posts making them impossible to read if there are multiple gifs. I asked a few days ago and it appeared that only 1 other person was having the same problem. Oh, sorry Curly! Don't worry--in my case this is just a temporary make-over. I'll go back to my regular old up-side-down and stationary self tonight! Oh, I will change mine to a stationery image too. I had not idea of the GIF problem for Chromebooks. My Android tablet does fine. I wish Google would standardize all their stuff. |
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Post by kagmel on Aug 20, 2014 23:04:18 GMT -5
Yes! It encircles his arm now! I hope he has no more free days! Or he might be covered with leaves!  |
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Post by Q3 on Aug 20, 2014 23:04:54 GMT -5
OT Interesting but not too surprising -- Lady Gaga did not sell out her Perth concert -- not close. I am not sure if that is a sign about ArtPOP not being popular or about Lady Gaga needing to evolve. Do you know how QAL is selling in Perth? It is close to sold out. Single tickets in the top level are available. If you want two together, it is top level, side, partial view seats. It will be sold out completely at showtime. *** I saw Lady Gaga's show for $45 in 2nd row seats on the side in one of the best sections -- because the Cleveland concert was only about 45% sold. It was supposed to be a $225 ticket. She is struggling. In Perth they draped off the whole upper level for her show. I think that having Brian and Roger there tonight was a big deal for her. I think it is time for her to she the Lady Gaga persona and become Stephanie. She is really very talented, this show is not as good as her last tour IMHO, but still entertaining. |
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Post by murly on Aug 20, 2014 23:10:07 GMT -5
Just have to put in my 2 cents worth regarding the impact of Adam singing Mad World on American Idol in season 8.......I was sitting in my living room, folding some clothes, when it was Adam's turn to sing. Since he had mesmerized me from his first note in his audition, I eagerly awaited his performance that evening-and, of course, he was the last one singing that night. I had never heard the song before- but those lyrics pierced my heart as I thought of all of my students throughout my years of teaching who felt isolated, different,faceless and forlorn. And I looked into the beautiful eyes of the singer on that stage, sitting on a stool, and I knew he wasn't just singing a song-he was pouring out his soul. Such a simple delivery in a haze of blue; he made me hope, deep down in my heart, that I hadn't "looked through" any of my precious students who had sat before me in my classroom.I had tears in my eyes before Simon ever uttered a word... And,to my surprise, even before the song was over, I noticed my husband-never an American Idol watcher, had stopped his reading and stood by me, speechless,during this magical performance. Because, that's exactly what it was-a song with a profound message that so many can relate to, performed by a young man who innately knows the power of his gift. And that is why Mad World is simply unforgettable. Awww, I love this. If it made you reflect on how you viewed your students, perhaps it made other teachers do the same, and vow never to overlook the shy ones or the outcasts. A caring teacher really can change a life. |
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Post by midwifespal on Aug 20, 2014 23:27:21 GMT -5
I've taken off my finery, but it sure was fun while it lasted! Night, folks!  |
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Post by adamrocks on Aug 20, 2014 23:28:03 GMT -5
Lorraine...what a heart felt post. Adam really does make us look within our selves and reflect on our lives, on others in our life circle, and the broader world. I wonder if Adam really understands how much he touches others with his voice, his humanity, and his uplifiting nature?
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Post by lorraine on Aug 20, 2014 23:34:39 GMT -5
Yes, Murly, this performance made me realize, once again, the influence that a teacher has. Such an awesome profession-one that kept me humble as I knew what an honour it was to have precious students entrusted to my care. I hope Adam can look back fondly on those who took the time to really "see" him.
Speaking of looking back fondly--still remember that awesome night in Las Vegas when I met you and we were filled with joyful anticipation of seeing Queen and Adam in concert!!!!
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Post by lorraine on Aug 20, 2014 23:38:59 GMT -5
adamrocks- thank you for your kind words. I often wonder too, if Adam can possibly know the extent of his influence, and the sheer joy and love he brings to so many of us all around the world. I wish I could give him something in return---but all I can really do is wish for him all the love that he constantly gives to others.....
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Post by adamrocks on Aug 20, 2014 23:40:27 GMT -5
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