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    Hey, I hope things are warming up for y'ous all (or is that all y'all, this southern thing gets confusing). I used to hail from your parts and went to college up there. It is slightly warmer where I'm at now.
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    If Napoleon was right when he said that armies (including peaceful ones like Sunshine Daydreamers) travel on their stomachs, and if you can trust an out-of-towner, especially one from Texiz, here's an option that's 2.5 miles/5 minutes from Soldier Field that according to today's issue of USA Today offers the "Best Sandwich in the World": http://ftw.usatoday.com/2015/03/ricobenes-chicago-best-sandwich-in-the-… http://www.ricobenespizza.com/#!location-and-contact-info/c66t
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    So glad you made it brother! Summertime come and gone my oh my oh my!!!!
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    Hotel...motel...Holiday Inn
    Me n LainieBear got a roof over our heads
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    Only 102 days until showtime! Patch those sails and shine those rails!
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    so glad you made it...
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    Tom Hanlon - and everyone who's made it here so far and everyone to come... Perhaps Tom Wolfe put it slightly right (as right as words can be). I can't find the quote I'm thinking of right now, but here's one somewhat in the same (grant) ballpark. “The Pranksters never talked about synchronicity by name, but they were more and more attuned to the principle. Obviously, according to this principle, man does not have free will. There is no use in his indulging in a lifelong competition to change the structure of the little environment he seems to be trapped in. But one could see the larger pattern and move with it - Go with the flow! - and accept it and rise above one's immediate environment and even alter it by accepting the larger pattern and growing with it.” ― Tom Wolfe, The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test Alright I don't live on the East Coast like tfonts - I have no excuse (except I like the witching hours and I work a lot of nights) Nightzzz all :)
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    ....so glad you made it.... Have a grate Monday to all us Daydreamers.... Walk me out in the morning dew.... Still waiting to see that Trey ink.....in honor of his 50th birthday.... :-) good luck tfonts....
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    What a way to start a day :-)
    I'm lovin' my peeps here !! Morning all and TY for such wonderful posts. And alas, your humble correspondent will be sending out Vol. V update this morning with important info needed so head's-up for that. Make it a great day and a great week, all !! ps - I'll try to shoot you a pic of my new tatt today (the SYF 50th logo). My artist is making a house call today @ 10am. But those with ink know that first pic might require a "parental warning" an if so, I may wait a month :-)
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    Okay, Here's the Deal So Far on our Birthday Weekend, subject to change in a few hours, so pay attention...you in the back, tone down the drums for a bit...thanks... Hi campers and camperettes, cats, and catettes, We are the Sunshine Daydreamers. Thanks to rgergelis, his Karma and his just all-around coolness and welcome smile, and Marye for her spot-on attentiveness to all-that-is-right, we now have this portal in cyberspace. Pretty cool, huh, pull up a chair, or stool, or carpet, join us and hop on this magic bus as we head for Chicago. For the un-initiated,and as a bit of history, Tfonts gathered a bunch of names over the past days, from folks going to or planning on being in Chicago, got them in on an email, sent out an email blast and all sorts of stuff happened...it kind-of exploded into 15-20 conversations on whowhatwhenwhere and how to have a picnic. Apparently, we can't just show up with a checkered tablecloth and some fried chicken and call it good. Thank God, for that would be way too plebeian and droll. So committees were formed, officers were elected,t-shirts and coffee mugs were designed, tasks were delegated, and we now have have meetings, we follow Roberts Rules of Order, and even have donuts. NOT!!!...but we did agree on a name, Sunshine Daydreamers. And some other stuff, like a T-shirt which is in the works. It's not too late to get in on a t-shirt, so do your homework and notify the responsible person for that. Things are fluid, we are all partying and listening to righteous tunes, you are included if you are going and are kind, and we may meet and hang out in one OR ALL OF three places, as follows: 1) A pub/hotel bar south of Soldiers Field 2) A pub/hotel bar north of Soldiers Field 3) Somewhere close to the fountain in downtown Grant Park for a Grand Hug-and-Meet-and Greet, maybe at high noon on Saturday and maybe someone can bring a camera and take a picture or sumpin'. 4) An ongoing meet and hang out spot (near #3) that will be a central gathering all weekend long, starting around noon on Friday and running till whenever on Sunday. It could be a great place for a rendezvous; to touch bases, get a plan, and party on before (during) or after the show, as you stroll thru to other hot spots that may grab your attention. Anyhow, that's it in a large nutshell. If you have an idea, or a plan, or a suggestion, or a comment, or a cold beer, OR A TICKET by all means, share. Stay tuned for further announcements...here and elsewhere, from those that are in the know, or from those who are telling us what we need to know, or from you, who has a brilliant idea and JUST KNOW it will be the perfect addition to our Grand Picnic and Show...please share, your comments are welcome. Still waiting for someone to make us our all access laminates, btw...and still waiting for a mascot... Remember friends at the end, as always, it's about the journey: the life, the love, the planning, the music, the vibes, the family, the experiences and the memories...so live large, plan grand, love without end and go for it! One last thing, as Tom right below said, we are and have "That Something Else"...dream it, say it, prove it...and Let There be Songs..To Fill the Air. cheers, geo
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While your on your list, well, ain't no list complete without JACK :-) The bottle was dusty but the liquor was clean.
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sounds goood, start without me if I'm tardy, on a different subject, I do not want to wade back thru all this, so I ask, what was the brew you recommended? Ballard Point or.. I don't know, started with a "B"........tiramisu is fantastic, the girl makes it wonderfully, with home made Kalua, I'll throw a dollop in the pack, it will go well with Phish taco enchiladas.
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Ballast Point Brewing Company San Diego....can't go wrong with their Sculpin, Grapefruit Sculpin, Habanero Sculpin for IPA, Dorado for 2xIPA or if you like a Porter...Victory at Sea. It's coffee vanilla....breakfast in a bottle.......not cheap, 7-10% so not weak....just exactly perfect...they sell it at Consumers here and Beers of the World in Rachacha... Last summer when visiting my son in La Jolla was introduced to it, and I am hooked.... And tomorrow we'll leave the light on for you.....and my tacos start with an F....
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7PM PST Hell in a bucket approx. 7:15...
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Enjoy.... .....in my mind I'm already there..... Kramer out......
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hadn't seen that one... FANTASTIC !!
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....thanks for sharing... have a good evening.....getting popcorn.... mmmmmbop bop.....bop bop
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Have fun everyone who is going!!
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Deja vu...I was there...and now I'll be at Alpine Vly again!! Enjoy everyone!!
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good concert last night... nice turnout.... Coffee is on.... busy day in the mine ahead.... adios.....
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7 weeks, 4 days, and 11 hours to go to the show in Santa Clara, Santa's sister!8 weeks, 3 days, and 12 hours to go to the show in Chicago, stinky onions! Drum beats in the distance like a heartbeat. Oh, that's my stomach. Who's got pie? I'm thinking Elderberry pie!!
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Breakfast burritos and churros on the menu this morning... Fried ice cream for a snack.... Time is flying by.... Your pie request brings to mind the Monty Python quote... your mother was a hamster and your father smelled of elderberries! Have a good one...
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Some highlights and lowlights (as usual the highs far outweigh the lows): 1) AMAZING Althea, I think it's the best I have ever heard! (Bobby's slide was outstanding - super cool effect he was using) 2) Jerry's voice was very good throughout. 3) Very nice Box, Phil and the boys sang it grate. 4) Jerry misses, forgets or intentionally doesn't sing "..to get to Terrapin." 5) Excellent Drums (90% Billy, Mickey was fiddling about) 6) Terrapin>drums>the other one>the Wheel (unique putting the wheel AFTER the Other one and not right after space). 6.1) Jerry tries to come in too early with "won't ya try just a little bit harder" Oops. Otherwise very nice version. 7) The other one (Jerry shredded it, great jam!) 8) Sizzling Morning Dew (Jerry really got into the vocal and guitar playing) CRAZY GOOD! (Jerry screams, wow!) 9) Lovelight was a little lackluster IMO (Bobby held way back on the Bobby Vegas routine, was waiting for him to get hammy and for some reason he didn't). Great time, second set was louder in the theater and the sound did seem to get better as the night went on. [Good thing there was in and out privileges if you know what I mean, Looks like rain was better from the outside :-)] Not a great turnout and nobody danced. I didn't want to be the first to get up out my seat so I did a little jig in my seat for the Wheel (that song makes me dance every time.)
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"Krown yourself the King of Klowns..." hee-hee
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I noticed that too about Jerry not singing that line in Terrapin. It seemed like he did it on purpose. Was there something he was responding to that happened at Alpine or on that tour that summer? I know Jerry would be tuned it to stuff like that, and communicate with the fans in interesting ways like that. Any ideas?
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Kinda funny image in my head of a seat wiggle to the wheel.Too bad others didn't dance...it's hard to be the first.
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Does anyone know if the streaming package will be available in such a way that it would be able to be streamed from a Roku? The website says "any device" but that's a bit vague. I will get them since I can't get to Chicago, but will need to find some other way to push it from PC to TV if they don't have a Roku option... Thanks, -Dave
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I will not be hearing a Who tonight. They postponed the next 3 shows due to Daltrey's voice.Hoping they reschedule when I'm not in SF or Chicago. SP
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I chuckled reading that. I saw them in '82 - their "farewell" tour...
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So is this a streaming live event only here? Sucks if you are there live. I was hoping for a real PPV where you can watch at home on the big screen and DVR it, not on your laptop or iPad. Perhaps that's coming? Anyone know or see this differently?
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It's virtually assured that someone will upload it to a torrent site almost immediately and it will be available for download.
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My local HD commercial free rock radio station 106.5-2FM (Subterranean) played Mama Tried on the way hope from work yesterday, and played The Wheel today at lunchtime. Coincidence? I think not... (Channeling Alpine Valley they are)
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My guess is that they don't want people to DVR it so they are not offering it in the traditional pay-per-view method to cable and satellite companies. This preserves future Blu-ray package revenue (at least in their mind, and to a point). Webcast discourages this copying practice. Just my $.02 on the subject. In my opinion they should not call it "pay per view" unless it is a cable/satellite offering.
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I think you're spot-on dude...and that sucks cause a true PPV would be awesome (and DVR-able). Ugh....the money grab continues I suppose....yet gratefully deserved.
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take the video and audio from computer, run it thru dvd/dvr recorder and out to tv, record and watch at the same time?
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I saw the Oakland show during the '82 Who tour. The Clash and T-Bone Burnett opened. Also saw another of their "farewell" tour shows in '89. Both were great. The road goes on forever and the party never ends . . . .
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How 'bout them Blackhawks.... Twelve hour shift over.... Brain is mush.... Gotta rest up..... Cuz when your rooster crows at the break of dawn, look out your window and I'll be back in the mine....
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Puck drops at 710 local. Your native son put two in the net in game 2. Thanks again for the loan. You'll get him back when he's old and broken.
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....a hooker or two... Talkin' proud... It's just Buffalo pride, my man.... It's upbringing that bespeaks the character of a man, his good deeds are simply a reflection of his roots.... Go Hawks.... We will take him back when you're done, we are like that in da Buff!
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Words to live by...
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Last night at the movies was a good ol time! I can't wait for more! I'm going to try to be an early riser and a more disciplined person. We'll see how that goes. The latter is more likely, since I do work nights and love the stars and the moon so. In the meantime, I'm going to bed before tfont's first email and rgrrr's first post, so I know there's progress :) Nightzzz.
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good morning america I hope everyone has a great day , the sun is out the dreamers are dreaming what could be better except all your dreams come true . The movie night was so good to see Jerry again hopefully the same magic will graces us when the boys are back in town
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Chandra goes beddie bye boze time and I wake up to stars, nearly full moon and an amazing sunrise.... Average day ahead for me.... Coffee is on, dog's been fed.... Happy Hump Day all.... Don't forget to set your alarm, Stella.... I'll sleep when I'm dead,.. I miss Warren Zevon
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And no loading in the green zone until, 7 weeks, 3 days, 14 hours to SC FTWWU 8 weeks, 2 days, 12 hours to CHI FTW
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Happy Wednesday! New avatar, how does it look? @seeing Jerry at the movies: Yeah the magic was there alright. High energy show, good setlist for sure. I echo your sentiment about the magic. If Fare Thee Well has half the magic as the Alpine Valley stint we are in for a treat. Rhythm Devils alone should be worth the price of admission. And personally, I think Trey is gonna work out just fine and the boys will be rockin' again next month. Holy crap it's getting here, next month is Santa Clara!!!!!
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Only took 24 hours to replace it this time. Hmmm.... seems too busy and hard to see for a small icon. May have to bring back some form of the Klown...
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while your present avatar is contemporary and stylin' it is indeed very busy ....send in the clowns.... .....where are the clowns?........
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So bye bye Ms. American Pie! Drove my Chevy to the levee but the levee was dry.... And the good old boys drinkin' whiskey and rye.... Singin' this will be the day that I die...
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It's all fun and games until somebody loses an eye...
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Obsessed, or FOCUSED? I say we are focused :) *(spouses and sisters may claim otherwise)
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.....the best lack all conviction ..... ....while the worst are full of passion and intensity.... ....now you figure out where I am.... Yeats.....as interpreted by Lou Reed.... The LP......Take No Prisoners... Arista circa 1978...... A must hear...no matter how traumatic ....
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is one of the best qualities of those with an ADHDled brain. So I'll go with the latter. :D
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Well done, Daydreamers. . . . Squirrel! Whoa, time to hyperfocus.