1 Topic by wvgirlinky (edited by wvgirlinky 2014-04-29 15:34:38)

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Topic: Is it really true?

BonaMetal,  No way!  (I must confess I realized it earlier today and decided to get it over with so here are some thoughts)

You know my goal when I joined this forum was to find out why I could not stop listening to Joe’s music. I thought  perhaps  all of you  had the answer but no after 1000 posts, I still do not know what to call that thing, Joe has, that fills up that empty spot in my heart.   I have tried to make jokes about it; to be serious about it, to share it with all of you and anyone else who would listen but still no definitive answers have  been found.  Then my goal was to meet Joe.  I figured if I saw him up close and personal and saw that he is just a human being like us I would not need to listen anymore and I would be done with this crazy obsession. Foolish of me I know.  I met him at the Louisville show and was only more entranced.   He seems so normal, somewhat shy, very sweet to us silly fans and then  later after the meet and greets, we know what happens, those guitars just make him crazy and the Bona Maestro emerges. Therefore, I have for the most part stopped trying to understand  or analyze it and instead just say whatever it is; I never want to lose it.  Thank you to my fellow bonaholics for your patience with my goofy questions on gear, music or totally frivolous topics.   A few shouts outs are due so Thank You to those I remember at this moment:

PattyluvsJoe
Rocket
Rick B
Coach 305
Erdrago
Amsterhammer
Deezer
Lizzee
Nmagcorn
Sally12333
Photogal
Cathy
Bill S
Jane H
Spider
Dknight6
Jgibbons1685
Masque
Devan
Cindyron
AirportDon

Etc…And on and on. (Please don't be offended if I left you off, this is off the cuff)
What fun the past two years have been. Met some of you  at shows,, Facebooked or Tweeted with others.  Thanks for sharing this crazy love of Joe Bonamassa with me.

To the man  himself, Joe, Thanks for the music, fun and sheer joy of watching you  play.  Accept my apology for acting like I know you. It is only the love of your music that makes me  like this.  Forever in your debt!

Mary aka Wvgirlinky

(P S  this won’t count unless I get a Bona Bah from Rocket. smile

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Congrats Mary!
There is no explanation for your bonaaddiction.
Joe just hits your musical sweet spot.When I first stumbled upon Joe and got it,I wondered  the same thing.Seemed I was the only one affected like that when I played his music to others.Not that people didn't like Joes music, but it didn't have the same intense effect.
So when I came here it was a relief that I wasn't alone!

Your rock candy baby
Your hard sweet and sticky

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WOOHOO! Congrats on Bonametal statues Mary! It was awesome meeting you in Louisville, I hope to see you again at another show sometime! smile

Erin xoxox

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Congratulations on Boname(n)tal!  It really isn't all that easy to get there in a meaningful way.

Don't even bother trying to figure out WHY Joe does to us what he does.  I have been going to see him for almost ten years now and still haven't figured out the why.  What I do know is that in these last ten years my life has changed in a very good way.  Thanks to Joe and his music I have people I consider close friends all over the world (ten years ago I wouldn't get on an airplane for anything), and it is so much fun plotting ways we can all get together even if it isn't a "Joe" event.  Because of Joe allowing photography at shows (I have always loved the challenge of concert photography) my love of photography was rekindled as well and a hobby I enjoyed as a younger person has once again re-entered my life in a very enjoyable way.  I can't play a guitar but I sure do like to take pictures of them and Joe offers a never ending variety of new material in that department.  The world of Joe is just that - a whole world of nice people who love and enjoy a very nice person who also happens to be a kick-butt guitarist and musician.

Don't question - just enjoy.  Looking forward to the next of your thousand.

Sandy

"There's a lot of people that are in so much of a hurry to be, I guess, to be famous or that they don't want to take the time to learn to play and do all that.They'd rather just knock it down off a computer and maybe get on a game show and get famous..That's fine if that's what you want to do.
"We're more old school than that. We like creating the sounds."  - Tom Petty

5 Reply by sally12333 (edited by sally12333 2014-04-29 16:31:35)

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Re: Is it really true?

My dear Mary,

I have a bit of a special bond with you for several reasons, but the simplest is that we signed up on this Forum about the same time.  I felt like we were sisters, growing up side by side among the faithful. 

We all know what you mean about Joe, just nothing like it.  He inspires us, he excites us, he entertains us, he makes us feel all warm and fuzzy inside!  He relieves us of our troubles and lets us know somehow that things aren't so bad and encourages us to move forward and not give up.  How can you not love a guy like that.

I wish someday soon we will meet in person at a Bonavent.  Your posts are always anticipated and appreciated.

Good going Mary!  BIG CONGRATS!    :ch      We have certainly come to luv you!   :hug

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Congratulations on 1000! You certainly don't need to try and explain your addiction to us, since we are all fellow addicts, LOL! It is an amazing thing and for people who are not caught up in Joe world like the rest of us, it is very difficult to fully convey what it all means and how it makes us feel. There is something very special about Joe and I'm not referring to just his incredible musical talents, but the fact that such a wonderful group of kind, supportive people are drawn to him. I'm very happy we finally got to meet you and your husband, Mary. And no doubt we will see you again at some show in the future. Enjoy the music and enjoy the company, because we certainly enjoy you being here.

Natasha

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Thanks for the kind words from all of you.  Sally I agree, I must admit I look for you if you are not on here some days.   Natasha and Erin, how lovely to have met you both.  Sandy, I love your photos and I am glad that Joe inspired you to do it.  Seems like a re occurring them for some that Joe has moved them from one place to a new and exciting world.
Gary, Your words summed it up I am relieved that I am not alone.

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Congrats Mary!

I appreciate all ur notes and reviews from the shows.
(I admit I had no clue what the categories meant until Coach's milestone)

I look forward to ur next 1000 cool


.. and similar to gary ..

When I first stumbled upon Joe .. and got it (key words 'got it'), seemed I was the only one around me that did. I played his music to friends .. "Bona who? .. ya okay Buzz"

When I came here .. I knew I was in the right place .. lol

Without a doubt JB .. I get it! cool

The BonaMaritimer .. All Dials To The Right!

9 Reply by dknight16 (edited by dknight16 2014-04-29 20:09:45)

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Wow!  Another Bonametal member.  Congrats Mary.  I'm looking forward to your next 1000 posts!!!

P.S.  I'm sure the Bona Bah is coming ...
wink

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Congratulations on your milestone post!!  I have quite a ways to go to get to that milestone, but I totally understand your thoughts about JB and his music.  In that sense I am right there with you.  smile

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Thanks for your comments.  I have never had quite as much to say about anything as I do Joe

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Congratulations Mary. You are a great addition to the family here.
The reason?

It's those bright golden wings he envelops us with.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
Rick

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Congrats Bonametal Mary!! What a great post to commemorate the event.
BTW, if you ever figure out the answer to your question, please let me know...almost 10 years for me with no real explanation. I just know I love Joe's music, especially the live shows!

"Rock ON & Keep the Faith"
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Good stuff and congrats to the 'club' I look forward to the next with interest. big_smile

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Congrats Mary
Yes we all understand the power of music and exspecially that of Joe.
Words can not discribe what he has done for me.
Congrats rock on
Cheers Ron

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Thanks for the good wishes,  Glad we are not alone in our affliction or addiction as the case may be. Love and Bona Hugs to all of you

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BONABAH!

"He still doesn't charge for mistakes! wink"
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Congratulations!!  A great 1000th post.  After reading these last few BonaMetal posts ... like Coach's recent ... I've decided I will change my Username when I reach 999 in a few years and start over.  (Not enough time for me to write one as well.)

Best wishes towards 2000.

"I was in Space for less than 2 weeks … and suddenly Jeaniene’s back … half the Band is off the gd wagon … we have comedians opening for us … and the nice kid that ran our website is now a kleptof’nmaniac.  Boy ... did you guys miss me!!"  Phil Valentine - Road Manager - Staton House Band

JBLP#251 (unaged) ... thank you Ron.