SpinsterSister said:

That is why "our" threads are so important to me and I believe, quite a few of us. In a way it's like we're keeping him here in the physical, we're keeping our old dreams, hopes and memories alive so in essence, we are also living our dreams. It is the loss of a very special part of our lives. I was lucky, I was able to meet him in 1979, he was kind of quiet, nervous, kept eye contact (simliar to PR) and smiled big when I complimented him on becoming a big worldwide star.

Now he's gone. It felt like yesterday and it's 30 odd years later.

Maybe he's been gone for some time, as I truly believe that his personal life was not as happy, fulfilled or what he wanted as he let on or what his inner circle says....if he couldn't get find his happiness, what makes me believe that I can get mine? I know, I know....Love God, read your bible....I dig it, BUT in times when I would ask myself "I wonder what he is doing"..I could always smile and go back to his music....but I now have that stone cold answer and a lot of his music of the past.

Like I said before....how are we to navigate our middle to golden years now that our shepherd is gone?

For people like me, shy as all heck, (yea, believe it) always the oddball and the one sister who isn't beautiful like my other sisters (flight attendants)...I mean shit, he made the wallflowers feel they were something beautiful, unique and desirable. Something I had to push back for the sake of my own survival for most of my life. Ain't gonna get that from Bieber, Motley Crue or David Gilmour and I wouldn't want it from them (well except for David Gilmour) either.

It's the fact that his flame is out that I'm having a hard time. It is not suppose to work this way, nobody lives forever but he was not suppose to pass at 57 either. I'm just bein a selfish bitch right now, I'm pissed and depressed that he is really gone.

We are on the exact same page Every single word makes perfect sense and I relate 100%. I didn't know you met him, that is amazing. You will always have that memory and nobody can take that away. I guess we have to figure out how to navigate this thing called life on our own

leslievette said:

SpinsterSister said:

That is why "our" threads are so important to me and I believe, quite a few of us. In a way it's like we're keeping him here in the physical, we're keeping our old dreams, hopes and memories alive so in essence, we are also living our dreams. It is the loss of a very special part of our lives. I was lucky, I was able to meet him in 1979, he was kind of quiet, nervous, kept eye contact (simliar to PR) and smiled big when I complimented him on becoming a big worldwide star.

Now he's gone. It felt like yesterday and it's 30 odd years later.

Maybe he's been gone for some time, as I truly believe that his personal life was not as happy, fulfilled or what he wanted as he let on or what his inner circle says....if he couldn't get find his happiness, what makes me believe that I can get mine? I know, I know....Love God, read your bible....I dig it, BUT in times when I would ask myself "I wonder what he is doing"..I could always smile and go back to his music....but I now have that stone cold answer and a lot of his music of the past.

Like I said before....how are we to navigate our middle to golden years now that our shepherd is gone?

For people like me, shy as all heck, (yea, believe it) always the oddball and the one sister who isn't beautiful like my other sisters (flight attendants)...I mean shit, he made the wallflowers feel they were something beautiful, unique and desirable. Something I had to push back for the sake of my own survival for most of my life. Ain't gonna get that from Bieber, Motley Crue or David Gilmour and I wouldn't want it from them (well except for David Gilmour) either.

It's the fact that his flame is out that I'm having a hard time. It is not suppose to work this way, nobody lives forever but he was not suppose to pass at 57 either. I'm just bein a selfish bitch right now, I'm pissed and depressed that he is really gone.

We are on the exact same page Every single word makes perfect sense and I relate 100%. I didn't know you met him, that is amazing. You will always have that memory and nobody can take that away. I guess we have to figure out how to navigate this thing called life on our own

It was a meet and greet and as stupid as this sounds....I felt like we connected. I am sure he gave all the girls that feeling too but he was so young and just kind of odd (sorry) that I fantasized that it was me. Trust me, the fantasies is what I used as fodder to get me through some really rough personal times in my life. I know that is the reason why I LOVE the really early early stuff from him...from his first LP (4U) and the pics to his qwerky dressing at that time...that is what I remember when I was happier and still had the promise/dreams. It was when I heard and realized his awesome talent/future on that 8track, I knew he would be huge...now when I listen to it, I still soar but crash down too soon. I wish I had a husband and kids to keep myself going.

Oh shit, I'll just take my pills and have a couple of drinks...I'll feel better tomorrow. Let's push on and post some nasty gifs and pics of those beautiful eyes.

Wow! Almost 20 pages 2 catch up on. Gonna be busy.

ACharmed1 said:

Had a sec 2 drop these off. OH! Momma guess what? I may have found more from THAT Contoversy shoot. I'll post 'em when I can! That last 1 in this batch is enuff 2 make my heart skip a beat.

Oh come on now.. don't tease me.

SpinsterSister said:

leslievette said:

We are on the exact same page Every single word makes perfect sense and I relate 100%. I didn't know you met him, that is amazing. You will always have that memory and nobody can take that away. I guess we have to figure out how to navigate this thing called life on our own

It was a meet and greet and as stupid as this sounds....I felt like we connected. I am sure he gave all the girls that feeling too but he was so young and just kind of odd (sorry) that I fantasized that it was me. Trust me, the fantasies is what I used as fodder to get me through some really rough personal times in my life. I know that is the reason why I LOVE the really early early stuff from him...from his first LP (4U) and the pics to his qwerky dressing at that time...that is what I remember when I was happier and still had the promise/dreams. It was when I heard and realized his awesome talent/future on that 8track, I knew he would be huge...now when I listen to it, I still soar but crash down too soon. I wish I had a husband and kids to keep myself going.

Oh shit, I'll just take my pills and have a couple of drinks...I'll feel better tomorrow. Let's push on and post some nasty gifs and pics of those beautiful eyes.

Makes total sense as to why you love that "era" of his so much. I know exactly how you feel. I never got the chance to actually meet him, but I can only imagine if I had. I am way too emotional tonight. My eyes are going cross looking at hotels+flights for October so it's bed time for me! Goodnight everyone

Love you all

More plezzz.

monkeyrose said:

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What?! I'm taking notes 4 my trip. BankinherP knows everything. She's a walking encyclopedia of all things Minni. I asked her about the hotel because perhaps I'd like 2 stay there or put it on my list of 'things 2 c' I'm sooo excited 2 go. Thanks again 4 the info BankinherP. Ur a sweet

ACharmed1 said:

OMG! Ya'll I just checked the party thread again and I'm dyin'! We gotta do this all the time 4 sure.

MOMMA!!!! WTF was U doin' in the start?!?! We're all watching the film and U're rolling up in there asking travel questions like it's AAA or sumfin!! U be like:



I was wondering why I was seeing U ask questions about a hotel. I'm like did I send her the wrong file???? I mean I sent Sister and Cherry a nature doc so it's entirely possible.

Good night everyone and I hope everyone has Sweet Prince Dreams

I will be off for a couple of days. Hope to see you all on Friday for a Video Party

CMSantos71 said:

mimi1956 said:

Always on the lookout for those Need to find something to smile about, why are we all so down lately, other that the obvious? I think something is coming

Yes I agree that something is coming up I had no problem listening to his music and now I just can't. On 2 different days with in the last week, a semi trailer with PRINCE on the side passed me. Then last night I was at the store and Let's Go Crazy came on. I looked at my daughter and frowned until my grandson came running up to me "Grandma, Grandma it's Prince let's go crazy, let's get nuts" I smiled for him even though there is sadness in my heart.

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Aww, that's soo sweet. Bless his So sorry that a lot of u here are having a rough time.

Bye Leslie. Bye Bookwomen

This is good.

Mountainsnseas said:

This arm

ActUrAgeMomma said:

I'll need some tips too! I'm aiming to book everything on Friday. From what Google maps told me, I'd be about 20-30 minutes away from everything I wanna see. Now I just have to pray (really hard) that it's all still available in 2 days. I'm a worry wart, I can't allow myself to book unless I know for sure that I have a ticket for something. But I'm staying positive. P has my back on this. I'm going

ActUrAgeMomma said:

I'm bummed, I just missed ya. Hopefully I'll catch you on tomorrow

leslievette said:

ActUrAgeMomma said:

Bye Leslie. Bye Bookwomen

I'm bummed, I just missed ya. Hopefully I'll catch you on tomorrow

Goodnite my Sweet dreams.

leslievette said:

ActUrAgeMomma said:

What?! I'm taking notes 4 my trip. BankinherP knows everything. She's a walking encyclopedia of all things Minni. I asked her about the hotel because perhaps I'd like 2 stay there or put it on my list of 'things 2 c' I'm sooo excited 2 go. Thanks again 4 the info BankinherP. Ur a sweet

I'll need some tips too! I'm aiming to book everything on Friday. From what Google maps told me, I'd be about 20-30 minutes away from everything I wanna see. Now I just have to pray (really hard) that it's all still available in 2 days. I'm a worry wart, I can't allow myself to book unless I know for sure that I have a ticket for something. But I'm staying positive. P has my back on this. I'm going

Oh, I just saw ur message. Would be happy 2 pass on any and everything I've gleaned. Sounds like I'll be there b4 u. Will def give u some tips. BankinherP is awesome 4 info. I don't blame u 4 waiting 2 book. I wouldn't either unless I knew 100% 4 sure. Soo glad ur going hun. Hoping 4 the best.

has ur back....and he's got ur whole right thigh as well.

Ugh..

Mountainsnseas said:

Always loved this 1 Mimi. TY

mimi1956 said:

Been having to search SOTT/UTCM photos (such a distracting task ) and saw a few seemingly unfamiliars to me so thought I'd share. Sorry I haven't been able to contribute as much this past week, on the later shift at work and then I added OT like an idiot plus I'm even more distracted trying to book theatres etc while not forgetting the most important things, like...i dunno, accommodation and transportation...

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Adorable!!

CherryMoon57 said:

Awww. My kitty does this 2. Soo sweet.

Guitarhero said:

Mountainsnseas said:

ACharmed1 said:

CherryMoon57 said:

Hi AC1! I hope you're well today. Did you say viewing party?!!! Oh yes I'll be there! (addy to follow v. shortly). I simply can't wait in fact. Bring it on!!!

Hi sweetie! I got U're email addy remember, U're all set! I'm ok, kind of in a bad place but trying 2 cheer up and all of U help. Thank U darlin'! How about U, U and the fam good?

I love that gif and the noise he makes is sooo funny.

Wow!! this!

Mountainsnseas said:

Photo credit Modernaire:

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Purple Rain White Cloud Guitar during The Parade

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Hi FP. Thought I was alone and had officially this thread.

ACharmed1 said:

hi Momma!! Didn't see U here.
I know that feeling
I haven't really been 'in' here. Been snooping on pinterest & jumped in to post a quick few. You're up late no?

ActUrAgeMomma said:

Hi FP. Thought I was alone and had officially this thread.

U got John in there 2! God bless him.

MoDrawersMoDrawers said:

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