LadyLayla said:

CherryMoon57 said:

Awww

Omg that face this man has no idea that he truly has my heart. Anyone know what interview this is from?

Bankinherpocket said:

Lucah said:

Yep, he could take me to...Tennessee...anytime.

Hell, he could...watch as far as I'm concerned!

LadyLayla said:

MoDrawersMoDrawers said:

What the what?!?!?!

Yeah, that's it. I promise if you get a weighted one it is much easier than trying to do a flimsy kids one from Wal-Mart. And you will feel it when you first start. You may get bruised on your hips bones if you hoop around your fanny, but will build up a resitance to it.

Put the news on at night and hoop during the broadcast....put a P concert on your laptop (be sure to stand far enough away so hoop does not hit) and go to town! Multi-task. I don't like to sweat a lot and I don't enjoy exercising. This is my way to keep a consistent routine and then work in to more strenous routines (two-weighted hoops at once, different diameters) all while looking at stuff I want to see. Does a number on waist, tummy, butt, legs....and because I'm >40 that's where I want to concentrate,

But tonight....ain't happening. Monthly audits are like periods without the tampons!

OMG...I need to try this!

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leslievette said:

SpinsterSister said:

Amen Lesile, no need to apologize for your feelings. I was cleaning out my den in my house and my nephew found some old, old Prince stuff I had stashed and I almost started crying. He said "No need to cry, he's able to visit you now that he is free and out of pain, he doesn't have that old body anymore". My nephew is just like the child I never had, he's a knockout and an old soul. I think for me, it's now that I have realized that I should've never let "life" take me away from what I loved, now that I've lost part of that love, what do I do now? I hate that it took his premature death to wake me up. It is like a prisoner sentenced to solitary confinement for so many years, dreaming of what I could do, would do, have done and all of a sudden being released from prison into a world I know absolutely nothing about, am alienated from and terrified of taking one step away of my confinement. I'm no spring chicken, I've missed out on a lot of life already but without him, just knowing that he is not "here" in the physical, that promise of tomorrow is no longer.

Am I making sense?

It makes TOTAL sense! That's such a perfect way of putting it, that's exactly how I'm feeling right now. I also have my days where I don't understand the point of anything anymore. Like you said, I lost a part of that love so it's hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel now. Anytime I do or think of something in particular it's like...why? What's the point now? He was such a huge part of my life that I feel like I neglected these past few years and now it's biting me in the ass. I think it's different when you have a spouse, kids, etc (no offense whatsoever to those who do) you have certain things and responsibilities that take up your time and can keep your mind off of it at least for a little bit. Not that their grief is any more or less. I'm left with so many thoughts that run through my mind on a daily basis, it's insane. I don't have a significant other to run to, I don't have the love of my own kids to keep me "going" in a sense. I don't think I'm making any sense. I hope I didn't offend anyone, that's not my intent at all. Just trying to make a point that something extremely profund is now missing in my life and I have no idea what to make of it, or how to replace it. Or if I even want to replace it. But if I don't, what then? I have to live like this from now on?

I think we all understand this feeling y'all...the incomplete...the dread and sadness that pulls at you from the 'never' hanging over our heads now. I don't know if I'm ready to go to Paisley--I may never be really...it's just so much, I'd worry that it wouldn't be what I wanted it to be...Go for me Leslie, go for all of us that can't summon the heart to do it yet. Though I will always remember, that there's no time but the present...Prince gave me that. I always thought there would be time. I should have been at the Electric Ballroom in February 2014 right up there watching him, and I missed it--I was busy, the price was too high, there'd be another chance I said...and now...I'm glad I've been accepted into this purple family...without y'all life would be ever so much more sad.

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leslievette said:

CherryMoon57 said:

Awww

Omg that face this man has no idea that he truly has my heart. Anyone know what interview this is from?

It's called The Biz Prince Interview 2004 (starts at about 5:15). So sweet isn't he...

ActUrAgeMomma said:

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

Was reading through these...feeling amongst like-minds--though still sad...then there was this...and whoa Momma..yep that right there put a smile back on my face. Though this face may have come first. Love y'all--hope that more smiles are ahead as I continue to catch up!

[img:$uid]http://www.nba.com/media/hoop/Prince20120531b.jpg[/img:$uid]

via NBA

[Edited 8/25/16 16:49pm]

CherryMoon57 said:

leslievette said:

Omg that face this man has no idea that he truly has my heart. Anyone know what interview this is from?

It's called The Biz Prince Interview 2004 (starts at about 5:15). So sweet isn't he...

Yes

I'll look for that video as soon as I'm home, thank you!

Lucah said:

CherryMoon57 said:

jenjens222 said:

does anyone know what interview this is from? I need to see it.

The Biz Prince interview 2004. Org note me if you need more info.

Awesome thank you!!

Bankinherpocket said:

Lucah said:

I think we all understand this feeling y'all...the incomplete...the dread and sadness that pulls at you from the 'never' hanging over our heads now. I don't know if I'm ready to go to Paisley--I may never be really...it's just so much, I'd worry that it wouldn't be what I wanted it to be...Go for me Leslie, go for all of us that can't summon the heart to do it yet. Though I will always remember, that there's no time but the present...Prince gave me that. I always thought there would be time. I should have been at the Electric Ballroom in February 2014 right up there watching him, and I missed it--I was busy, the price was too high, there'd be another chance I said...and now...I'm glad I've been accepted into this purple family...without y'all life would be ever so much more sad.

[img:$uid]http://s3.amazonaws.com/quietus_production/images/articles/14579/PRINCE-Feb_5-Electric_Ballroom_1393255051_crop_550x367.jpg[/img:$uid]

I'm planning on going right away on the 6th if I can get tickets. I'll give y'all the dl. I'm done putting shit off. If anything I've learned that much from all this. [Edited 8/25/16 16:10pm]

Yes, I so appreciate any info you have!

leslievette said:

CherryMoon57 said:

It's called The Biz Prince Interview 2004 (starts at about 5:15). So sweet isn't he...

Yes

I'll look for that video as soon as I'm home, thank you!

You're welcome sweetie!

CMSantos71 said:

Roberto Ugolini Photography

MMm there is always somethign about a sweaty shiny Prince isn't there? Our Prince been working hard before this picture I think...

Mountainsnseas said:

Just popping in for few sec! won't be there until tomorrow evening I think! but y'all will be in my thoughts!

[Edited 8/25/16 10:33am]

Oh wow Mountainsnseas...you'll be missed love! This is a good one, never seen--totally love!

CherryMoon57 said:

Hi purple peeps I hope you're all ok. I was just passing through, but before I go again, let me give you this Prince photos rainbow

[Edited 8/25/16 11:29am]

Oh CherryMoon, how thoughtful, I do so love a rainbow! Though these bits of it are my personal favourites!

I can't do it like you all do it, but I definitely do love the pix. So, I'll throw up this one and run.

LadyLayla said:

MoDrawersMoDrawers said:

What the what?!?!?!

Yeah, that's it. I promise if you get a weighted one it is much easier than trying to do a flimsy kids one from Wal-Mart. And you will feel it when you first start. You may get bruised on your hips bones if you hoop around your fanny, but will build up a resitance to it.

Put the news on at night and hoop during the broadcast....put a P concert on your laptop (be sure to stand far enough away so hoop does not hit) and go to town! Multi-task. I don't like to sweat a lot and I don't enjoy exercising. This is my way to keep a consistent routine and then work in to more strenous routines (two-weighted hoops at once, different diameters) all while looking at stuff I want to see. Does a number on waist, tummy, butt, legs....and because I'm >40 that's where I want to concentrate,

But tonight....ain't happening. Monthly audits are like periods without the tampons!

I tried my daughter's hula hoop the other day, but I was rubbish at it. It might be like you said because it is a very light one, I will have to try with a heavier one and see what happens. It actually sound fun especially now I understand what it is about lol.

CherryMoon57 said:

Oh Lovesexy! Thank you CherryMoon! This is on my playlist right now, what a strange and lovely coincidence!! Can't help but smile at that face...but wait--GuitarHero love?, where is our dear man? I'm sure he'd love this one too...

Bankinherpocket said:

Lucah said:

Yep, he could take me to...Tennessee...anytime.

Hell, he could...watch as far as I'm concerned!

Hehe! I love you Bank! and You MoDrawers!

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via Musikexpress

Lucah said:

CherryMoon57 said:

Hi purple peeps I hope you're all ok. I was just passing through, but before I go again, let me give you this Prince photos rainbow

[Edited 8/25/16 11:29am]

Oh CherryMoon, how thoughtful, I do so love a rainbow! Though these bits of it are my personal favourites!

So glad you like them Lucah I really like him in red, purple and black too though I think he looks gorgeous in any colour.

Lucah said:

leslievette said:

It makes TOTAL sense! That's such a perfect way of putting it, that's exactly how I'm feeling right now. I also have my days where I don't understand the point of anything anymore. Like you said, I lost a part of that love so it's hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel now. Anytime I do or think of something in particular it's like...why? What's the point now? He was such a huge part of my life that I feel like I neglected these past few years and now it's biting me in the ass. I think it's different when you have a spouse, kids, etc (no offense whatsoever to those who do) you have certain things and responsibilities that take up your time and can keep your mind off of it at least for a little bit. Not that their grief is any more or less. I'm left with so many thoughts that run through my mind on a daily basis, it's insane. I don't have a significant other to run to, I don't have the love of my own kids to keep me "going" in a sense. I don't think I'm making any sense. I hope I didn't offend anyone, that's not my intent at all. Just trying to make a point that something extremely profund is now missing in my life and I have no idea what to make of it, or how to replace it. Or if I even want to replace it. But if I don't, what then? I have to live like this from now on?

I think we all understand this feeling y'all...the incomplete...the dread and sadness that pulls at you from the 'never' hanging over our heads now. I don't know if I'm ready to go to Paisley--I may never be really...it's just so much, I'd worry that it wouldn't be what I wanted it to be...Go for me Leslie, go for all of us that can't summon the heart to do it yet. Though I will always remember, that there's no time but the present...Prince gave me that. I always thought there would be time. I should have been at the Electric Ballroom in February 2014 right up there watching him, and I missed it--I was busy, the price was too high, there'd be another chance I said...and now...I'm glad I've been accepted into this purple family...without y'all life would be ever so much more sad.

[img:$uid]http://s3.amazonaws.com/quietus_production/images/articles/14579/PRINCE-Feb_5-Electric_Ballroom_1393255051_crop_550x367.jpg[/img:$uid]

That's exactly it I will go and keep you all in mind. I'm so nervous about getting tickets tomorrow I really hope it all goes smoothly. I know how you feel, far too well. I had the same exact thought process. I turned down his last show here "knowing" I'd have more time. Knowing I'd see him the next go'round because tickets prices were too high. Of course in retrospect all of that means nothing now. This place has been my life saver.

morningsong said:

I can't do it like you all do it, but I definitely do love the pix. So, I'll throw up this one and run.

Hi morningsong! This is sumptuous!! And don't worry there aren't any rules about how to post photos in here (as long as you stick the forum rules) so please don't be shy, and post whenever you like, this thread is for everyone to enjoy

I had a little moment at work today. My coworker half-jokingly says out loud "I think I just learned how to spell raspberry" I laughed and said "Yep, there's a "P" in there" Didn't realize what I said until after the fact. My coworkers thought I was laughing at her still but I was laughing at myself

Because there's nothing I'd love more than to jump up on that piano and *dance*

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via brittaveraventure

Lucah, you're right, we haven't seen Guitarhero for a while, maybe this will help him come back

How I feel whenever a Prince 'thing' happens in my life that makes me giggle like I'm mad, or blush from my head to my feet.

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CherryMoon57 said:

Lucah said:

Oh CherryMoon, how thoughtful, I do so love a rainbow! Though these bits of it are my personal favourites!

So glad you like them Lucah I really like him in red, purple and black too though I think he looks gorgeous in any colour.

Yep, yes he does...or when he wears all of them really! (he also looks so happy here, makes me happy too!)

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via Billboard

Okay a distant picture connection to Prince.


Frank and Lucille Shaw (grandparents)