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    Tomorrow I got my first real taste of the dead. Friend gave me Wake Up to Find Out and it led me to this amazing community of kindness and joy! Love all you Daydreamers! Geeky
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    I may be late on the uptake, but I just loaded an app that puts a very helpful and intuitive front end on all the Dead (and Phil and many other) recording from the internet Archive. Free fast download that WORKS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/relisten-formerly-listen-to/id715886886…
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    Spent last weekend in SF and SJ trekking to Dead sites of interest. Caught a show at TXR and Kimock...thought of all my Daydreamers and broke my face smiling!
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    Dead & Co./Rose Bowl is awfully tempting! I might be able to pull it off....
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    We've lost another great musician...RIP Scott Weiland.
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    Geo, your thoughts are spot on and if we all took those words to heart the world would indeed be a better place. These are troubling times for sure. Thank the Great Spirit for the Good Ole Grateful Dead...a box of rain will ease the pain and love will see you through.
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    ...now, more than ever, we need to celebrate the good in our country, and the Good Old Grateful Dead have sure provided a lot of that. While not minimizing what happens tragically, we do need to focus on peace, love and bringing a smile to those around us. Mona posted that today was the official name change for the Boys to the Grateful Dead, and that happened 50 years ago...so happy happy birthday guys. As I reflect on the violence that seems to happen on an unfortunate regular basis, I can't help but think as a society we can do a better job. Think globally, act locally comes to mind....and for me, that starts with my own personal thoughts and what kind of spirit I want to have, and project to those close by. We can each make this place a better place, and we each need to do that. We each need to take responsibility for our thoughts, words and deeds, and strive to make this world a better place, one smile, one song, one hug at a time. So greet a friend, look someone in the eye, and say "I care". Think good thoughts, and yes, mourn and grieve as necessary, but know that your smile, your gesture, your words are important to us all. Best wishes, good thoughts and prayers to those hurting today. May the music provide warmth, your friends provide compassion, and memories of a real good time bring a smile to your spirit. Take care one and all...you matter to us as you matter to your friends and family. Peace to you and yours. geo
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    Hey now, grate to hear from everyone. Good to know we are still on the bus together. If any of you Daydreamers aren't aware, you can see some recent Dead and Co tour photos at our very own site... Here is a link: http://sunshinedaydreamers.com/wp-content/uploads/nashville45.jpg Peace Kids!
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Submitted by _ on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 16:57

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SSIA....consider it done ... the second seating for the last supper is 7am est... first seating 5:45 am est be there or be square.... later sleepy...
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Submitted by KristineD on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 16:58

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polar bear in a snowstorm. Dude has a wicked sense of humor.
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Submitted by _ on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 17:26

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rrrrrgrrrrr has left the building... bring your appetites, and Tony is right I need a cooking show, with a little help from my friends....
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Submitted by shotgun rider on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 17:39

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Sister got 2 tickets for sun said she taken me
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Submitted by High-Desert Dweller on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 17:56

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Go west young man. Let me know if your logistical needs include a hotel room. No tickets for Santa Clara for me, but truth is that was the smartest option. Clear path to Chicago now, I'm happy. I was standing in line with Mr. rrrrrgrrr
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Submitted by mkav on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 17:56

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not to get all goopy, but yeah, i'm pretty lucky with her. trying to decide whether or not to go for it.
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Submitted by mkav on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 18:03

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congrats to those who made it. too bad to those who did not. your own fault who didn't even try (me). but as others have said, a much higher percentage went to fans for these shows so whatever becomes available will probably be more reasonably priced. i still can't decide if i should/can have/make the time to go even if i could score a single. i sure hope this is the hardest decision i have to make this summer :)
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Submitted by Totem on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 18:59

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Maybe it was meant to be. Think all the great shows going on in Chicago in addition to the 3 shows. Maybe just make a long weekend out of Chicago. I'm def throwing all my marbles at Chi town. I'm hitting the Rex benefit Thursday. Moe Saturday. The Jerry tribute show with Kimock, Greene, and Melvin Seals and company on Sunday afternoon. And I'm just getting started with other plans. I'm sure SC will be fun, but Chicago will be through the roof. He travels the fastest who travels alone
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Submitted by esvbbv on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 19:18

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Got lucky folks. Thank you lottery system. No view on Saturday and great seats for Sunday. Can't go wrong with sections 130 and 211. Yay....... Peace out..........
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Submitted by mkav on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 19:48

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sleep is over-rated! have fun
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Submitted by SoCalDeadFan on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 21:46

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does cassaundra get an SD prize for post 1000?
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Submitted by StellaMoon on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 22:19

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Who won the lottery! Brother Adam said it just right "feeling lucky and humbled. The lovelight is bright." That is exactly how it feels!! I am on the other side tonight - having gotten the regret email... I might just have to keep my SC hotel reservation and go see what I see... Don't want the back of the tshirt to be wrong!! Haha. My heart feels tender and smarts a little, but I have faith and will see you all soon! I just got home from work and have some catching up to do... gonna have a little snack and maybe watch a movie and breath first... Nightzzzzzz.
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Submitted by _ on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 03:09

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Congrats to those who pulled tickets, including our own SD McFall's parents, and her brother and his wife....SC bound for now but wish to trade for Chitown ...total 8 tix over both nights.... If anyone knows of someone who will swap.....let me or McFall know.... Coffee is on, herbal tea on counter.... French toast with fresh raspberries for Kristine Also fresh whipped cream or maple syrup if you wish.... cmon in and settle down easy.... And let's get on with the show! @Saundra.....Polar Bear in Snow Storm was inspired by Sgt. Pupper in my yard.....
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Submitted by tfonts on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 02:57

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GM SD Family !! You all have a very important SC Tix Bulletin in your e-mail in boxes. Please reply back to me via e-mail this morning. And, hey now !! Cassaundra was our 1000th post - AMAZING !! (BTW, the Dead have been in my life for 38 of my 55 years on this planet - yet I struck-out again on a legitimate way to get a ticket...go figure !!) Cheers all !!! Check mail and let me know !!! OUT !!!
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Submitted by Totem on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 04:48

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72 days until Cali, 78 days until Chicago. Ramble on.
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Submitted by Totem on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 04:55

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I'm traveling alone, so I plan to spend a lot of time sitting in theaters sipping sarsaparillas.
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Submitted by tfonts on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 04:58

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Thank you sarsaparilla sippin' Totes !!! And has anyone noticed on the tix needed/wanted forums? No one swapping Chicago to SC. Everyone willing to swap newly found SC tix for precious Chicago tix. Hmmmmm????
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Submitted by MadSwanDisease on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 05:13

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Hopefully that translates into more SC available for those in need. Nobody bought Chicago hoping to trade for something else. Not so w/ DJ & SC.
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Submitted by DevilsFriend on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 08:55

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One autographed Devil emerging from fire for a polar bear in a snowstorm? Mine's autographed and numbered.
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Submitted by _ on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 09:08

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I'll be selling lithos in the lot to feed my jones.... In a blizzard my 85# grateful Pyrenees gets lost except for his eyes.... He loves the cold...
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Submitted by _ on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 09:13

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May be a mistake on their part....I'd rather shake my bones in my yard than a theatre....more homes would pay more $$$$.... Oh well, not my chair, not my problem...that's what I say.... Will be debuting my new cooking show next week....on the SD channel... Calzones just out of the oven, both meat and veggie....get em while they're hot.... Film at 11...,
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Submitted by tfonts on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 09:28

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Given this theatre announcement, my guess is that Shapiro couldn't do a bigger deal with the cable and satellite providers for an in-home PPV. I would have thought that to be not only ideal for the fan and consumer, but a revenue jackpot for the band and Peter. Maybe that's coming...who knows. I will fork out for the boxed-set DVD in blu-ray when it comes out though :-)
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Submitted by DevilsFriend on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 09:35

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If they can make it work for WWE how could it not work for this?? Sh!t...even Howard Stern made tens of millions on PPV back in the day.
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Submitted by properlejdi on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 09:38

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Perhaps they are going for the group experience? That is only speculation, but I would rather go to a cinema with 500 people and awesome acoustics, than sit at home eating cheesies and beer...wait...beer, no, most cinemas sell beer now...thank you VIP cinemas!
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Submitted by _ on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 09:42

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Group experiences happen in the home as well and in a less restrictive and constrictive way.... Can't speak for your entertainment room, but my acoustics don't suck and I'm wired inside and out.... I would NEVER spend Independence Day at a movie theater... But I won't have to... And they could do both....
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Submitted by properlejdi on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 09:47

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My acoustics SUCK - I don't even own a TV. I sold my turntable years ago to move to Europe (amp too) As for the group experience - definitely, but I am a loner in a sea of people asking why I even listen to a band that arguably died in the late 70's...I caught a lot of flack for saying I even wanted to go to a Dead concert. People don't get it and they look at you like you are crazy when you say something, so, finding a group that would start to emulate a concert experience...that would be tough (for me at least) And you sir, were one of the very lucky ones (of course you know this) - also my 'independence day' read Canada had already passed so - meh...
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Submitted by High-Desert Dweller on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 09:54

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Possible that Theaters will announce advance ticket sales in order to assure sell out. Once this has been achieved then market can be reassessed to determine if home viewing is viable. Living 250 miles from the nearest theater that would even consider showing FTW, I have been down this exact same road many times.
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You are always welcome to the Buff... I learned a long time ago to let my freak flag fly At work at home everywhere Got ostracized, criticized and alienated... But you know what.... It has freed me, so now I know who my friends are...and more importantly who aren't..... I agree the Dead culture is an acquired taste and much left of center..... And a special thank you to the almighty great and powerful Wizard of...DA...geoknowwho... My path is mine and mine alone, your mileage may vary... So please don't follow in my steps...you might not like where you end up..... But goddammit, I'm a deadhead and I MISS JERRY! Can I get a witness?
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Submitted by _ on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 10:27

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Goo goo g' joob...brother.....
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Submitted by High-Desert Dweller on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 10:36

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You just described where I live. Lucky to be 4 or 5 Deadheads on this side of the state. Had to enjoy the band all by myself. Amazingly one of the others is a district judge.
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Submitted by properlejdi on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 10:39

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no longer climbing up the Eiffel Tower and nobody f*cks with da Jezus
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Submitted by High-Desert Dweller on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 11:07

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T-Horse told me that if and when they offer Home PPV it's going to be by lottery too. This could be a real no hitter. If my luck is really this bad, how come I have a spam folder full of all the wealth I've inherited, sweepstakes I've won, and third world business opportunities I've been offered? If I had not procrastinated so much I would be as wealthy as Bill Gates, or even Shapiro. Then I could have acquired all the suites at both stadiums and miracle'd all the Sunshine Daydreamers with a VIP experience. My bad. Stupid Horse.
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Submitted by properlejdi on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 11:14

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I am taking names of people who have been shut out of all 5 shows...I have a short list of people who...well...you can guess where this is going...but I want to see who here ISN'T getting in to any shows...be honest people No evil thoughts of reselling either...actually you can't - I will HAND them to you (with a beer or two) at the show! :) Now - back to trying to make a dove tail joint...
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We can't speak of joints here..... Even dove tailed ones.. It's one of the seven dirty words.... Just policing the grounds here, that's all.... Carry on...
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Submitted by properlejdi on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 11:29

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Hmmm now where to put my w**d? Kidding - I was always a quitter...wait I can't even quote Beatles lyrics (Glass Onion)
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How do you know the Pyr? Seriously..... It's a magnificent beast... nobody I ever met besides my family knows what a Pyr is? I am not worthy oh queen of Grateful Pyrenees! and it's cuz I am grateful to have one in my life..... :-)
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Submitted by Boo469 on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 11:52

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Beautiful mountains too.....
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Submitted by _ on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 11:56

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Sir yes sir! Thanks for checking in to the circus.... Hope you got some French toast and coffee for breakfast, followed by a little humble pie....you're all caught up.....enjoy the rest of the second act... How aboot a beer, eh? Molson, Labatt and some Brador...high test Molson....eh
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Submitted by Boo469 on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 11:59

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you know where the make those labatts you're drinking ?Yep, good ol Roc town from the clean running waters of the Genesee.....make mine an armadillo (just tip that ex bottle on it's side, armadillo beer!)
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Relieved myself there on many occasion.... After a few Genny Cream Ales..... Fine water.... BTW avoid the Labatt Maple brew.....woof....
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Submitted by Boo469 on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 12:15

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releived ourselfs, maple brew doesn't even start to sound like a good idea, now a vanilla porter is a much better brew
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Submitted by DevilsFriend on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 12:16

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Killed countless brain cells on that stuff in college in upstate NY.
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Ballast Point Brewery San Diego ..... Victory at Sea.... Cat's ass of dark beers.... If you don't have...come to Buffalo and have one....