BCR AOL Alumni Board

Welcome to the BCR AOL Alumni Board! This board is for BCR fans who originally met through the now defunct AOL BCR board to reconnect and keep in touch. Visitors and newcomers to the BCR online world are welcome as well. Not necessarily a place for BCR news, just a place for friends and online fans to connect, particularly those who remember the days of the AOL BCR Board, iMusic chats, Tartan Heaven and the very first Rollerfests!

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Subject: Holy Mama! Author: lisa (baabaa) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 17:50:52 07/01/04 Thu I go on vacation for a week...come back...and everyone is here! ::::waving:::: Brent, congratulations on your new baby! We would love to see a photo of him...did you figure out how to post a link? Debbie Skinner...who? ;) ~Mary, are you still an aeorbics instructor? Mary F., I'm back...email me! Becky/Mary F., when are the Michigan people getting together?? Replies: Baby isn't here quite yet Lisa. Don't know if it is a him or a her yet. What would I have to do to post a picture here? Or would I have to send pictures to y'all individually? Due date is July 21. (NT) -- BrentKohl, 06:27:51 07/02/04 Fri Dork that I am...I thought I read somewhere that 'he' had arrived. Sorry!! Do you have names picked out? I'm not sure how to post a photo, however, I believe you have to actually throw it up on the web somewhere and then insert the html code to make it link to that page to appear here. Conversely, please send me an emailed photo if you can't figure it out! My 'baby' is now 4 years old...nearly 5! Oldest son starts high school this year. You will love being a dad...you'll never love anything more in your life than your children (well, most times...hahaha!!). (NT) -- lisa (baabaa), 07:19:01 07/02/04 Fri Names? Yes, we have names. We like Tam for a boy and Kass for a girl. (NT) -- BrentKohl, 09:06:01 07/02/04 Fri PS: Debby, I DO know your name is NOT spelled 'ie'...typo typo...geeeezz..... (NT) -- lisa (baabaa), 07:25:32 07/02/04 Fri Michigan/midwest girls--Gina, that includes you too--are hoping to do something in Ann Arbor - maybe August? Any ideas, Lisa? Also JanZ is trying to plan something at her house -- bbq or the like, for us w/dh's, kids, etc. I'm loving all these posts, but I am typing one handed, so I won't be posting much, myself. Congrats to the new dad-to-be, Brent!!! If I could, I'd throw you a little baby-shower-in-a-hotel-room like we did for Cathy in N.O. (NT) -- Becky, 10:24:14 07/02/04 Fri Yes, I remember it well. It's the only baby shower I have been to other than my own! I still remember a really nasty joke from that shower that Sharon and Barbie showed everybody. I think it included nail polish remover and cigarettes. (NT) -- BrentKohl, 11:06:09 07/02/04 Fri Lecky, Ann Arbor is PERFECT for me! It's about 40 minutes from where I am...I used to work for Dana Corp. in Ann Arbor, but work down here in Toledo (@ Dana) now. Let me know a date so I can get it on my calendar!!! (NT) -- Bisa (LaaLaa), 13:03:04 07/02/04 Fri OK Bisa, but what will we do there? Mary thinks we should get a posh hotel and split it. Heck, I'm only 25 minutes away, if I had room we could hang out here, but posh it is not, LOL. Should we see a sow? Do the artfair? Hang out in some beer tent? (NT) -- Lecky, 23:54:38 07/02/04 Fri See a sow?? That would be SHOW!!! (NT) -- Me again, 23:56:00 07/02/04 Fri Did someone say beer? :) Lecky et al, how about even just a lunch out on a Saturday and everyone can get caught up? Ann Arbor has some really good restaurants...oh wait...let me go check something. Saline, Michigan (suburb of Ann Arbor) has a Renassaince Fest sometime in the summer...will go check into that and post again. (NT) -- bisa (laa laa), 07:46:41 07/03/04 Sat Becky?? What happened to your hand?? (NT) -- ~M, 09:10:59 07/04/04 Sun AWWWW Becky you always remember me *hugs*. I forget to read this board for a bit and all hell breaks loose! Brent sorry for being late but congrats on you baby girl, guess you won't be going to any Cowboy Mouth show soon *snort* all of you guys going on about your kids getting older made me chuckle, be glad your not my bud Gina Soco (some of you guys met her at the fests in 96 and 97) she now has 3 grandbabies with a 4th on the way! *snort*. Great to see all is going well with my fellow old timers. (NT) -- Gina = ), 07:36:25 08/03/04 Tue There's always room for a little Cowboy Mouth Gina. I'll figure out a way to see them. :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 12:58:27 08/03/04 Tue Would you believe there playing in the burbs round here right now and i can't go do to previous plans? *pouts* if you guys are wondering who were talking about they are a band from New Orleans and their live shows are AMAZING! Go to their web site at http://www.cowboymouth.com/, see if their playing by you and GO! I promise you will not be disappointed. (NT) -- Gina = ), 15:10:07 08/03/04 Tue Hey Lisa! Though my schedule's been reduced I'm still in the gym. All the other times I'm on a baseball/softball field cheering on my kids. My son's team won the season too! How old are your kids now? (NT) -- ~Mary, 06:45:34 07/03/04 Sat Duuhhh for some reason I thought it was the other Mary that said her son was 4! My oldest will be a sophmore, then my daughter is in 6th and the 'baby' will be with me in 4th grade! Anyone else? (NT) -- ~Me again, 06:48:10 07/03/04 Sat Heya Squiggle...yes, my son, Dominic is 4 (will be 5 in September) and Mary F. DOES have a son, Griffin, who will be 4 next month (August). So you did hear right. :) My oldest son, Anthony will be 15 in January. The funny thing about kids, and I'm sure you can relate, is that when they're teenagers, you can distinctly remember when YOU were a teenager so how can THEY be that grown already?! Hahaha!!! (NT) -- Lisa (Baa Baa), 07:58:09 07/03/04 Sat Hey! People I recognize! Lisa, you are never allowed to go on vacation again. Without me, anyway! (NT) -- Leila, 06:58:59 07/03/04 Sat And please can we NOT talk about how old our babies are? My 'baby' is about to be a high school freshman. My oldest (and only other!) will be a senior. I'm just sure that a couple of days ago they were toddlers. (NT) -- Leila, 07:01:01 07/03/04 Sat Wow...I must then dismiss the rumor of another daughter, eh? Ahem... :) Nuff said... (NT) -- Lisa (BaaBaa), 07:59:35 07/03/04 Sat Two is enough for THIS life, my friend. ; ) And you? (NT) -- Leila (aka Woodzwren), 09:32:52 07/03/04 Sat I'm on the 2plus2 plan...with the right man, of course. ;) You are a baaaaad girl... (NT) -- Pub Woman, 13:10:52 07/03/04 Sat When I'm good, I'm good. When I'm bad, I'm even better... (NT) -- MaeWest, 14:56:28 07/03/04 Sat Leila...we better brace ourselves for Senior Year! I think Becky has a senior this year too, right? Senior Year is EXPENSIVE!! Our oldest will be a senior - middle is turning 11 - "baby" is turning 4. All summer babes. Had to laugh at ~Mary's softball comment. The other parents just look at me and laugh..."Her butt is gonna be in these bleachers a LONG TIME!" # 3 is either gonna keep us young or kill us! (NT) -- mary f., 17:48:50 07/03/04 Sat Yep, Mary and Leila---Marcie's a senior this fall. Just scheduled senior pics which start at $399, cough, cough!! Matt will be a sophomore. Babies grow up fast, Brent!! Don't blink. (NT) -- Becky, 20:27:40 07/03/04 Sat Wow...you chicks are OLD or gave birth really young!! :-) Just having 40 issues is all and looking for someone to blame!! $399 for PICTURES?? Is she being flown to Paris for them to be taken?! (NT) -- ~Mary, 09:15:45 07/04/04 Sun $399 for pictures is really cheap, ~Mary! Believe me, we shopped around!! And to answer your other question, I had carpal tunnel surgery last Fri. on my Rt. hand. I have it in the l.hand too,so typing's tricky w/onehand that goes numb all the time,LOL But when they're done I'll be good as new, I hope! (NT) -- Becky, 21:42:41 07/04/04 Sun Ahem...I vote the last wee ones will kill us...but not before I get to him first..heh heh heh.... :) (NT) -- Dominic's Mom, 11:48:53 07/04/04 Sun I'm still reeling from the cost of a teenage driver in the house! And don't forget all the extra fees for high school. Senior pictures? I still haven't taken care of that. And my youngest is going to need a tenor sax. OK, now I'm depressed. Just shoot me now. (NT) -- Leila, 14:58:54 07/06/04 Tue

Subject: Anyone on this board going to see Les in Atlanta? Author: BrentKohl [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11:02:25 07/31/04 Sat Okay, now that I've established the fact that I'm a proud papa, I'm turning some focus back to the Rollers. Is anyone on this board planning on seeing Les in Atlanta on Labor Day Monday, or am I the only one who intends on being there? Just curious. Replies: Well, I'll be there Brent... but you knew that already!! LOL By the way... MAJOR CONGRATS!!!!! I'm so happy for you!! Bring photos to Atlanta!! :-) (NT) -- lori, 13:28:53 07/31/04 Sat I will try to have photos on hand. Also, I plan on staying at the Alpharetta Mariott on Sunday night only, and baby Lydia will be with us at the hotel. So anyone who is there can see her face to face. (NT) -- BrentKohl, 13:01:07 08/03/04 Tue

Subject: SHE HAS ARRIVED!!!!!!!!!! Author: BrentKohl [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 07:06:29 07/22/04 Thu I am proud to announce that yesterday morning (the due date) at 9:34 a.m., Lydia Alice Kohlenberger was born into this world! She weighed in at 7 lbs. even and measured 19 1/2 inches long. It was absolutely the grossest, most excruciating, spectacular thing I have ever witnessed!!!!! Lots of back labor nearly made me die with agony. I couldn't stand watching her in that kind of pain, but that little girl did everything without even getting an epidural. I have new respect for all of you mommas out there. I don't think I could do it. I just came home to shave and check messages, and now I gotta get back to the hospital to see my beautiful wife and daughter. I'm a daddy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hallelujah!!!!!!!!!!!!! Replies: Congratulations Brent!!!! -- Julz, 13:57:33 07/22/04 Thu Julie! Thanks so much. I admit that I started crying when I saw that baby come out. It has been 12 long years, and now I feel like the luckiest man alive. If I'm fortunate to add a sibling, I'll welcome that too! :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 20:00:36 07/23/04 Fri That is really terrific, Brent!! Congratulations!!! :) Glad to hear everyone is healthy and doing well. (NT) -- Lisa (BaaBaa), 15:25:16 07/22/04 Thu Yes, my Lisa is doing incredibly well. I'm stunned at how fast she bounced back. She's in great shape though. Nursing is going well too. She's a trooper. (NT) -- BrentKohl, 20:03:07 07/23/04 Fri Congratulations Brent! -- Cathy Rice, 15:31:55 07/22/04 Thu Alright! Glad to see the name Cathy Rice again! Y'all mean so much to me! I love all my Roller friends!!!!!!!! (NT) -- BrentKohl, 20:05:11 07/23/04 Fri YAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!! Be good to those girls, Brent!! They're precious! Congratulations to the new momma and poppa! (NT) -- Becky, 16:31:40 07/22/04 Thu P.S. Good to see your new computer's working well, Cathy!! We missed you around these parts!!! (NT) -- Becky, 16:33:07 07/22/04 Thu I couldn't be bad to that little girl even if I consciously tried to Beck. She's adorable! :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 20:07:14 07/23/04 Fri Congrats new daddy Brent :-) (NT) -- LoriC, 16:42:47 07/22/04 Thu Thanks Lori, and thanks for the e-card too!!! (NT) -- BrentKohl, 20:08:28 07/23/04 Fri Congratulations, Brent! And thank you for sharing the joy with all of us. Hugs to you, and your beautiful family. How wonderful! (NT) -- Leila (WoodzWren), 17:39:56 07/22/04 Thu Thanks Leila! I just had to step away from the computer and help my wife change our first major dirty diaper, and I didn't even care!!!! I guess that means I'm a real parent! (NT) -- BrentKohl, 20:17:00 07/23/04 Fri Every man needs a princess in his life who calls him Daddy (and also gray's his hair!).....congratulations to you both! (NT) -- ~Mary, 11:19:21 07/23/04 Fri Well, my princess wife calls me daddy sometimes. I say, "Who's yo daddy?" and she'll say "{sigh} You are." :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 20:18:25 07/23/04 Fri AWWWWW!!! Brent....how blessed little Lydia is to have a daddy like you! btw, Our Griff was to be a "Lydia" had he been a girl! (NT) -- mary f., 16:01:15 07/23/04 Fri Well I know how much fun you are Mary F., and I only hope I can be half as much fun to Lydia as you are to your son! (NT) -- BrentKohl, 20:20:03 07/23/04 Fri Sorry to make so many posts on here y'all. I just wanted to respond to each of you because I love you all so much. Thank you for sharing in my joy. Just so you know, this child WILL love the Rollers!!!!! I'll brainwash her if I have to. :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 20:22:28 07/23/04 Fri Congratulations to all of you and WELCOME Lydia! (NT) -- Cee, 21:32:10 07/23/04 Fri Thank you so much! Good hearing from you! Lydia is getting fussier now. What do I do? Help! (NT) -- BrentKohl, 18:06:33 07/24/04 Sat Brent, love, I hate to tell you this but having had two sons (10 years apart) I can honestly tell you as tough as you think babies are, teenagers are worse. Enjoy the little one...she'll stop crying soon enough and you'll wonder how she grew up so quickly!! PS: Have you tried putting a CD on in her room of soft musical lullabies? That worked wonders for my youngest, Dominic. The music was low enough he had to stop crying to hear it. :) (NT) -- Lisa (BaaBaa), 16:39:10 07/25/04 Sun Try teenage GIRLS! Mine are 17 and almost 15. Poor Lisa always has to listen to me vent about the joys of parenting teenage girls! LOL If all else fails, Brent, put that sweet baby in the car and drive around the block. Linda Rondstadt did a great album of songs in a lullaby fashion a few years ago. It includes "Be My Baby"! (NT) -- Leila, 20:55:36 07/25/04 Sun I'd suggest nursing her, but don't think you can swing that, Brent! :-) (NT) -- mary f., 03:23:44 07/26/04 Mon Ahh yes, the joy of being male. I don't have to get up quite as much as my wife. She's happy though, because now she has boobies. She used to be pretty flat. :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 20:23:13 07/27/04 Tue congrats to the new mama and papa!! wtg, no epidural and a gorgeous little girl too :-) and ya know, when in doubt, hold her, bounce her and snuggle her! (NT) -- *erica, 11:27:34 07/28/04 Wed

Subject: Still no baby yet Author: BrentKohl [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 12:11:25 07/14/04 Wed Baby is due one week from today. Based on the latest doctor visit, I'm guessing it will either be right on time or a little bit late. I'll keep y'all posted. Replies: Breath Brent, Breath.....much luck to you and your wife. Keep us posted!! (NT) -- ~Mary, 21:19:21 07/15/04 Thu WELL????!!!! (NT) -- Leila, 20:05:25 07/18/04 Sun Still nothing yet. Momma is getting extremely uncomfortable. We think it is imminent. If it hasn't arrived by Friday, we'll schedule a day to induce. (NT) -- BrentKohl, 06:37:32 07/20/04 Tue Oooh inducing is always fun...just remember, as the dad you do NOT 'feel her pain'. ;) (NT) -- Lisa (BaaBaa), 17:45:46 07/20/04 Tue And comments like, "If I could take on all your pain, I would." -- even though you truly mean it -- will get your hand broken. ; ) (NT) -- Leila, 22:16:47 07/20/04 Tue

Subject: What Fun! Author: ~Mary [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 21:14:39 06/29/04 Tue Congrats Brent for getting the chatter going. AND of course on your newest arrival....the one thing I'll say that my Mom said to me that is SO true, once you have a child of your own you will then realize what it means when you say you will die for someone. You'll be a great Dad so wear that badge proudly! I meant to be back to post yet my princess decided to become ill with an apparent case of appendicitus. The funny thing (which didn't seem funny at 3am yesterday in the ER) was I just wanted them to stop her f'ing pain. It was then that I realized that I will be of no use to her should she ever go into labor as I will be the one screaming DRUG HER! Very helpless seeing your child in pain and NOT being able to fix it. She is on the mend today and all her tests are still being read to see what is the problem. Debs...(and DennyD, Geej, Laura, Cee, Tami and the *K* Lady..hell the whole lot of you) when are we going to finally get together!!?? Yes I'll be in Maine here and there so email me as to when you're going. Worse case scenario when Mom moves out by Fall we'll do a girls weekend there again! Here's your warning to make a mental note now. As to Atlanta, Brent, your lack of exercise has me concerned, yet that isn't the reason I wont be attending. Like Debbs the whole plane thing has me freaked out, (bad experience taking the kids to Mickey Mouse land last week), but the real reason is that weekend is our family reunion weekend in Maine. If one misses that one had best be in the hospital! We close out the summer season and we're back in school too. Here's hoping Les makes some time out of being here and perhaps comes to the Land of New England as he could draw a crowd. Now when is a CHAT going to be announced? Replies: You aren't the only one concerned about my lack of exercise. Nobody to blame but myself. As for not going to Atlanta, I'll accept your family reunion conflict. However, regarding everyone's fear o' flying, y'all are being a bunch of pussies!!!! Oops, that's not very sensitive is it? Just keep in mind that cross country flights would be the higher risk flights. I'm up for a chat. Sunday evenings are best for me. (NT) -- BrentKohl, 05:42:26 06/30/04 Wed Fear of flying...not really, it's just something I'd rather avoid, but will travel, especially to the sunny beaches of Cancun this August hopefully!!! Meow...you meant that kind of pussy right!? (NT) -- ~Mary, 10:49:51 07/01/04 Thu Yeah, that's what I meant. {wank wank} :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 06:30:51 07/02/04 Fri LOL Brent is wanking again!! THAT was too funny, least you can always brag about your adventures with your BCR female friends Brent...baby showers to fetish dungeons, we've broaden your horizons! (NT) -- ~Mary, 06:40:48 07/03/04 Sat Mary, was it you who initially said you thought "No Wanking" meant "No Staring?" I'm not sure if you said that or not, but someone did. Anyway, definitely one of the more humorous moments from the Roller gatherings. :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 08:51:53 07/03/04 Sat Yes that was me.....how was I supposed to know in Canada that wanking literally MEANT wanking (even then I didn't know what it meant!), yet there I was trying NOT to stare at the people handcuffed to the ceiling in their leather thongs!! I live in the 'burbs, what can I say...except I am... (NT) -- ~innocent, 09:09:33 07/04/04 Sun Congrats on the baby, Brent! We'll want details of course - weight, length, all the names your wife calls you as she's in labor... (NT) -- Leila (Woodzwren), 09:34:50 07/03/04 Sat Can a person actually hear all those names while he is passed out on the floor? I'm not very brave when people are in discomfort. (NT) -- BrentKohl, 16:36:10 07/04/04 Sun DISCOMFORT? Did you say DISCOMFORT? No, Brent...it's more like AGONY than discomfort!! And if you're having a rough time, just think how she feels, LOL (NT) -- Becky, 21:38:07 07/04/04 Sun Trust me, your wife will make sure you're awake to hear and experience it all!! (NT) -- Leila, 15:00:17 07/06/04 Tue How scary is it that I haven't posted in so long - I'm not sure I am doing it right?! ~M - "Hell" right back at you! I hope all is well with everyone. I miss youz guys! (NT) -- Cee (dare I say, coming out of the WOODwork), 11:45:31 07/10/04 Sat Gladf to note that I did it right. Not so glad to see that I mis-quoted ~M . . it was "Hell, the whole lot of you" not Hello to the lot of you! Some things never change! (NT) -- Cee -- going back into the WOODwork - it's safer there!, 11:55:00 07/10/04 Sat Nice to see you around Cee! And Sharon, and Debby and everyone else! I was wondering what ever happened to Laure (Wander Woman) and Michelle G. Anyone heard from them lately? (NT) -- Becky, 14:08:11 07/10/04 Sat As the saying goes, "Life is good when there are warriors in the 'hood!'" I still owe you an email, Cee! (NT) -- Leila, 21:58:14 07/10/04 Sat

Subject: Brent - The Blonde Tartan God Author: Mary F. [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 19:46:06 06/25/04 Fri Okay, Brent even managed to bring Debbie out of hiding. Now THAT's impressive! Glad to see more "oldies" coming back.... Replies: I had nothing to do with that. Skinner has been itching to stir things up for a long time. It's part of her soul! (NT) -- BrentKohl, 08:20:48 06/26/04 Sat WHAT? Me? C'mon Brent..you met me and understood right away what I am all about...actually these days I am all about work, home and kids...not much time or desire for all things BCR-while I do miss many people from the old days...I just don't have time for online like I used to....and for some I am sure they are happy about that. ;-). (NT) -- debskin, 16:47:10 06/27/04 Sun Ahhhhh yes she has, but tis more fun when we all get to gang up! Blond? So Brent answer that age old question..DO blonds have more fun?? (NT) -- ~Mary, 20:47:14 06/27/04 Sun Mary!!!! How about you? Can I get YOU to go to Atlanta? And yes, blonds definitely have more fun. More on that later... (NT) -- BrentKohl, 21:05:03 06/27/04 Sun Squiggle Mary! Missed you the night Gail was here...wish you could have made it!! Denise and I took her to dinner and drinks and we chatted the night away.....When ya gonna be in York this summer...we are thinking of weekend up there in August.... (NT) -- debbs, 15:04:41 06/28/04 Mon Deb, I totally understand. The novelty of online Roller life has worn off quite a bit, and real life has once again found its proper place. But I still hope to see you and the other Roller freaks at some Roller gathering down the line. You never know when it's all gonna stop, ya know? Maybe I can coerce you to road trip to Atlanta. How 'bout it? I know you've been there for a Les show previously! (NT) -- BrentKohl, 21:03:05 06/27/04 Sun I haven't been on a plane since SAL '99...bad move on my part since 9/11 ...but fear has gripped me bad, I have thought of the Les show in Atlanta, and GOD knows I would love to see Lori..even talked to Denise about it but, we shall see. And yes real life does indeed take back it's rightful place after-a-while and for me....that was a very very good thing. Like I said, I miss many people from online, and did make some wonderful friends and memories...who I still talk to and see...but the rest of it...hmmmm not sure I would ever wanna get caught up in it all again. (NT) -- debbs, 15:08:58 06/28/04 Mon Sounds to me like you've got more fears than just flying. Unless you're an addict to the ancillary distractive negatives that so easily accompany Rollerdom, then I'd encourage you to take a trip and do it all the right way this time. Hang out with a few good friends and just don't get too caught up in it all. You're older and all the wiser. Assuming I'm able to go, I intend to stay grounded by taking my best friend to the show with me while my dear wife hangs out with his wife and kids back at his house. (NT) -- BrentKohl, 05:55:23 06/29/04 Tue Oh, one more thing. If I do go to Atlanta, I'm not sure if I'll stay at the hotel in Alpharetta on Sunday night. Sounds like I would need to purchase a $100 ticket just to meet Les, and I don't think I'd do that. If I do stay there, my wife and firstborn child will be with me. Yes, I guess this is as good a time as any to finally tell you all. I'm days away from becoming a daddy for the first time. It's the greatest miracle to ever happen in my life. I'm so happy I cannae fully express it!!!!!!!! (NT) -- BrentKohl, 05:58:59 06/29/04 Tue Debbs - How about sitting in the very last row of a Delta jet with me and She?! Now THAT was a flight! (NT) -- Cee, 11:51:37 07/10/04 Sat Popping my head out of Toronto Trek land long enough to say WOW, Brent, Deb, ~Mary...everyone's here now. How very very cool. Congratulations, Brent, on fatherhood! And congrats to mommy and baby too...I'll be in Atlanta Labour Day weekend but am leaving early in the morning Labour Day to come back home. So have fun at the show! (NT) -- Sharon, 21:00:12 06/30/04 Wed

Subject: Michigan (Midwest) Hoo Haa Author: Lisa [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 07:54:26 07/03/04 Sat Okay...Ann Arbor seems convenient for Becky, Mary F., and me...I checked into the Saline Celtic Fest and it's the weekend of July 10th which I can't make. :( The Michigan Renaissance Faire in Holly, Michigan is about 80 miles for me (Mary F., it's about 124 miles for you...I checked on Mapquest) and that's sometime in August/September if anyone is interested in that. Here's the link...this fest is absolutely a great one... http://www.michrenfest.com/ And if you want to meet for lunch in Ann Arbor some weekend that would be fun too. They have the Azure Mediterranian Grill (awesome food) and a seafood place called Mac's which is incredible. Any thoughts?!?!?!?!?!? Mary F. and I love the Common Grille in Chelsea as well for lunch. That's about 1-1/2 hours from me and about the same for Mary...Becky?? Replies: Heard the Common Grille is fab. Chelsea would be doable for me if you guys didn't want to an overnighter thing, or even if you do! Cathy doesn't have email right now so I'll have to call her when we get this sorted out. (NT) -- Becky, 20:29:56 07/03/04 Sat An overnighter is going to be tough for me for the balance of this year, however, a day out would be great! We were just at the Common Grill and the food is incredible. Be forewarned, however, it's not inexpensive...but well worth it. If that's the plan, give me a date and I'll be there! (NT) -- Bisa (laa laa), 07:17:33 07/04/04 Sun Here's the link for the Common Grill...it has menus there as well.... http://www.commongrill.com/index2.html (NT) -- Lisa, 07:18:48 07/04/04 Sun

Subject: Sad times for an 'Alumni' member Author: Shaz [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 04:03:35 07/02/04 Fri For those of you who don't read the Les board and may not have heard, Claudia (Demure) lost her Mum this week after a short illness. Please remember her family in your prayers. Shaz

Subject: Hello all my long lost AOL Roller friends Author: BrentKohl [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 12:19:18 06/22/04 Tue Hey there! Does anyone ever show up here? Just thought I'd post and see how my old Roller buddies are. It's been awhile, and I miss my friends. Brent Replies: I miss everyone too, Brent! But it's good to see you're still alive and kicking! I look at the picture at the top of this page and I can hardly believe it was 8 years ago. We had a lot of good times back then. Hope to see you all again soon!!! (NT) -- Becky, 13:23:18 06/22/04 Tue Well, you're last name is still different than Mosley so I'm hoping that means marriage is treating you well? If so, has he accepted your love of BCR? Great to hear from you Becky! (NT) -- BrentKohl, 06:44:12 06/23/04 Wed Yea, dh has had a good time with the BCR stuff, Brent. He's the one who talked me into going to Rollerblast and also to see Ian in Indiana. You'd like him a lot, and I'm sure he'd like you, whether you end up looking like Tam or not! (NT) -- Becky, 20:31:32 06/23/04 Wed Oh my gosh!! BRENT!!! Now there's a name from waaaay back!! How are you? Your wife?! Any children? There are other people I haven't heard a peep about....can you all remember them?! (NT) -- Lisa (Baa Baa), 14:44:17 06/22/04 Tue Lisa, how the heck are ya? All is well here. Still childless at the moment, but I'll let you know if anything ever happens on that topic. I'll tell ya what, 1997 doesn't sound like a tremendously long time ago, but it sure seems like it has been a long time since then. I miss all of you. I don't think my wife misses it though. I think she used to hate my devotion to all things BCR. I've changed jobs, houses, and hairstyles since those days. Unfortunately, if I don't get back into an exercise routine, I'm gonna end up looking like Tam Paton. :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 06:40:51 06/23/04 Wed BRENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! -- Julz, 19:37:18 06/22/04 Tue Yeah, we lost that game. We're lucky we are in first now but the Cubs are gonna catch us because of their pitching staff. I've never done a chat on this board. Does it work as well as the old AOL chat rooms? (NT) -- BrentKohl, 06:29:46 06/23/04 Wed You ROCK...Brent K!! Where have YOU been? Was gonna ask if anyone's up for a chat this sunday... (NT) -- mary f., 03:15:47 06/23/04 Wed You decided to return to Rollerdom huh? I thought you went and liquidated all your stuff? Foolish girl. You can't take the Roller out of one's soul. Y'all wouldn't even recognize me now. I'm a blonde at the moment. Not only that, but get ahold of this. I sing fairly regularly with a rockin' band that plays in our church services. They put out a cd without me, but I'm gonna try and have them let me lay down some vocals. :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 06:34:23 06/23/04 Wed Okay, just thought I'd pull this post BACK to the top to get that stupid ad out of the top spot. Anyone else lurking about who hasn't posted in awhile? Come out, come out whoever you are! (NT) -- Becky, 18:26:57 06/24/04 Thu Thanks for keeping me humble Brent :-) Yes, we all do stupid stuff. (NT) -- mary f., 15:27:27 06/25/04 Fri That's okay. Being stupid is what makes us so much fun. I'm the king of stupidity. :) (NT) -- BrentKohl, 08:18:13 06/26/04 Sat Just stopping by to say hello to the Alum...I try to get here when I have a chance...Brent you are BLONDE? I can't even picture it! Hope all is well with everyone... (NT) -- debskin666, 19:39:33 06/25/04 Fri Yeah, I'm blonde. There's a story behind it, but I'll have to share that one later. Is there a way to post a picture on these boards? I could take one with the digital camera and post the blonde me. (NT) -- BrentKohl, 08:16:00 06/26/04 Sat

Subject: Rave on... Author: Claudia [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 04:54:47 06/26/04 Sat Rave on Miss Con..Resident hipster! I also loved the Killers that you presented at Virgin. We are all looking forward to seeing Miss Seacat in our hood next weekend. And seeing Mr Mitchell as well. How many ions ago was it we met at the scottish games and hauled our collective arses to Chicago? LOL!! The Denny five lives on after all these years. Rock on, Rave on!!

Subject: Keane!! Author: Connie [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 17:30:34 06/03/04 Thu OK so I just have to RAVE about this band I saw the other night. They currently have the #1 album in the UK and we're just starting to work them here in the States. The band is called Keane, they're a trio (vocalist, keyboards/bass and drums). This is easily one of the most gorgeous sounding albums I've ever heard! The singer has a voice like an angel. It's one thing to hear it on the record (production can work miracles), but to see someone live and have them sound that amazing - WOW. They're currently touring small venues in the U.S. so if you get a chance to see them while they're still in the "developing" stage here...GO!! You can check out our promo website at http://www.bandbuilder.com/keane if you're so inclined. There's a video for the first single ("Somewhere Only We Know") if you can stand the fact that it stops to buffer every 5 seconds...I find it highly irritating. To get a better taste, click on audio and jump ahead to the 2nd track, which is "This Is The Last Time" (click "next" on the audio player to get to Track 2). If you have the time and the patience to sit through the video, note that this is the special UK-only version --the band just shot a new version of the video for the States (apparently those little alien creatures were just a bit too bizarre for U.S. audiences!) HIGHLY recommended! And if you do get a chance to check 'em out, I'd love to hear what you think! :o) Replies: I'm replying to my own message to say that there is AWESOME video of this band at http://kcrw.org/show/mb The band did a live performance on KCRW's "Morning Becomes Eclectic" show....well worth a look/listen!! Direct link to the video is: http://kcrw.com/smil/mb040602Keane.ram (NT) -- Connie, 21:07:33 06/08/04 Tue Keane are doing really well here in UK and have been getting huge amounts of airplay on MTV for a while. Was hoping to see them a while back but tickets sold out so quickly .... I am however going to get to see them at one of the big summer music festivals. Highly ecommended! (NT) -- Patc, 13:52:52 06/10/04 Thu Patc! Lovely to see you my dear, where have you been hiding? I'm so envious of you UK'ers, you get to see so much more of all my "fave" bands these days....Keane, Rasmus, HIM.....Some things never change, it seems! LOL) (NT) -- Connie, 21:15:12 06/14/04 Mon Seeing Rasmus this summer too! The Scissor Sisters are top of my play list these days. Seen them 3 times already, and waiting for the 4th time this summer at one of the music festivals :o) (NT) -- Patc, 00:19:52 06/17/04 Thu I just listened to some 30 second clips of their songs on Napster, and I must say I am impressed. Think I will have to go check out their CD. (NT) -- KathyF, 20:44:42 06/15/04 Tue Rasmus!! I am so jealous - I love them! Saw them at the Roxy last month - their 1st and only US tour date so far! And how could I forget the Scissor Sisters?? I'm seeing them in SF on July 24th - can't wait! Their CD isn't out here yet, we've only got the single but our label rep has promised me an advance by next week! So what other great bands on the UK charts do I need to know about? :o) (NT) -- Connie, 07:34:32 06/17/04 Thu

Subject: Chat... Author: Lisa (BaaBaa) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 14:41:48 05/01/04 Sat Ladies...we can set up a chat room via just AOL Instant Messenger. I just tried it using Bay City Rollers as the chat room name and sent an invite and it worked. However, I think you have to be 'invited' into the room to enter. How about a Sunday chat tomorrow night about...mmm...9:30 EST? I think that would be 6:30 Pacific Time...does that work for anyone? I can set up the chat room...you can I-Mail me when you log on and I'll send you an invite to get into the room until we can figure out if you can just 'enter' a room called Bay City Rollers 'uninvited'. My IM name is baabaalisa04 Hope to see someone there...hate to be a lonely sheep...baaa...baaaaaaaaaaaaa... :) Replies: Couldn't resist a reply to my own post (hardee har har)...for those of you who don't have AOL (as I don't) you can download just the Instant Messenger program for FREE. http://www.aim.com/ (NT) -- Lisa (BaaBaa), 14:49:52 05/01/04 Sat Think I can do that...sounds good! (NT) -- The Michigander North-West of Baa Baa, 16:20:41 05/01/04 Sat I'll be there! (NT) -- Leila (aka Woodzwren), 15:58:16 05/02/04 Sun I'm on AIM, too! RGoddes... (NT) -- Sharon, 20:12:19 05/23/04 Sun OK so I figured out how to use AIM and popped into the "chat room" - how cool - just like the old AOL chat rooms...made nostalgic! Anyway....6:30 PST but no one is there (sigh)...I'll check back later, just in case! :o) (NT) -- Connie, 18:34:30 06/06/04 Sun I'm In! -- Marie, 13:40:05 06/14/04 Mon

Subject: My name is...and I'm a..... Author: Jan [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 12:59:31 05/11/04 Tue Just roared with laughter at Sharon's post and felt the urge to do the same... so here goes! My names Jan and I am a Roller fan, not so much as I was when I was younger and had less time to worry about wrinkles but...hey! I got Wouldnt you like it today, and not having been one of my fave albums its not often I listen to it - try every few years or so! But there I was, singing away, it took me straight back to Xmas 75 when I got the album for Xmas, oh and a certain legendary gig in 2001 where one of the girls pointed out she used to gaze at Eric's trousers for hours on end! I got dragged along to see David Cassidy last week - 2000 screaming women, but he was okay, in fact he was looking good for a man of his age. I'm still not convinced though, he was always WAY too pretty for my liking. Funny thing is though, I was sat in row 5, in front of Anthea Turner (UK TV presenter) who screamed her way through the whole show, and 3 seats away - stood in the aisle was (and if it wasnt then she has a doppleganger) Denise Wood!!! Being as I was surrounded by DC fans all oblivious to everything bar the man I didnt move everyone out of the way to ask her - however I did keep an eye out for Woodz, and warned the girls if I spotted HIM then they would hear the loudest scream out - coz we ALL know Roller fans can scream better than anyone else!!!!! Now wahst this about a SAL reunion???? I'm up for it! Replies: A SAL reunion sounds good to me as long as I get to travel with Jan again so that she can reach my bags from the overhead lockers, and lend me her shoulder to dribble on when I sleep on the plane (NT) -- Patc, 06:07:41 06/08/04 Tue

Subject: check this out! Author: mary f. [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 19:13:19 05/30/04 Sun For those of us who - for some strange reason - have an attraction to all things scottish... Check this band out - not a scottish band but hey...as the website states: "A bagpipe, a fiddler, and a band that rocks..." Saw these guys live last night (thanks again, Lisa!!) They are awesome! www.sevennations.com Replies: Pass...the Smirnoffs... :) Heeeey...what about Rick??! (waaah pout pout!!). ;) PS: I ordered 'And Now It's Come to This' from www.amazon.com today. That CD has 'Yellow Bus', 'Wonderful' and 'Waiting for Midnight'. Yaaaaay!! APS: Mark noticed the scratch on the van...gulp...how did THAT get there?! (NT) -- Lisa, 18:16:18 05/31/04 Mon What scratch?? did someone hit you in the parking lot??? ;-) And Yes, Rick rocked too! (NT) -- Mary, 03:12:14 06/01/04 Tue Noooo...no one hit me. Remember that little 'kiss' with the column at the hotel parking lot? :) (NT) -- BaaBaa (akaCrash) Lisa, 15:41:46 06/01/04 Tue Are y'all referring to Rick Kurek, who is now touring w/ Seven Nations and opening some of the shows? Those of us into the band BROTHER are familiar with Rick as he was their guitarist for a while...glad to see he's still getting some support out there! :o) In fact....Lisa, I believe you saw Rick with Brother in Toledo with us, yes? I caught Seven Nations when they played w/ Brother in Dublin, Ohio on that same tour...:o) (NT) -- Connie, 09:06:10 06/03/04 Thu Heya Connie! Actually, I'm Rick Kurek's webmistress now...don't do BROTHER's any more since I went back to work fulltime. And on a side note, I just got my new Seven Nations, CD 'And Now It's Come to This' today...weee!! (NT) -- Lisa, 19:10:54 06/05/04 Sat Ah Yes....connie, the all knowing music buff ! :-) Should've known you'd know these guys. Hey Lisa...Just got my photos back. I'll pass some over to you. (NT) -- mary f., 05:14:38 06/06/04 Sun

Subject: ...from under a rock... Author: Caiti [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 15:24:45 05/04/04 Tue ...so this is what the real world looks like! Wow! I just turned in my last paper of my undergraduate career about two hours ago! Weeeeeeeeeeeee! Graduation is Sunday. I'm so excited! now I need to find a job.... (I just wanted to share this with this with everyone I've ever known!) best, Caiti Replies: CAITI!!!!!! Congratulations, babe! From one who knows how hard it is....I hope you're celebrating this grand achievement to the fullest!! So happy for you! :o) (NT) -- Connie, 17:13:45 05/04/04 Tue Caiti, that's SO exciting!! (and lots of hard work!) Congratulations...keep us posted on your job search. (NT) -- Lisa (BaaBaa), 17:14:58 05/04/04 Tue Caiti that is wonderful! It's a great feeling, isn't it? (NT) -- charlie, 11:22:56 05/05/04 Wed Caiti!!! OMG, I'm so HAPPY for you!! Congratulations!! (NT) -- Sharon, 20:09:30 05/23/04 Sun good on you.. -- claudia, 07:14:14 05/28/04 Fri Way to go Caiti, congrats :-) (NT) -- LoriC, 04:19:47 05/29/04 Sat Thanks everyone! I appreciate it. The job hunt has been slow; I've been so burned out brain wise I haven't wanted to put a lot of energy into it yet. That is changing,t hough - the lack of independent wealth has a lot to do with it. :-) (NT) -- Caiti, 13:48:23 05/29/04 Sat

Subject: fun chat Author: mary f. [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 03:26:31 05/03/04 Mon GREAT chat last night, ladies! Was fun ...you fellow "oldies" ha! Lisa, thanks for organizing. We had a small group...5 of us, but very nice. Next Sunday - same bat time, same bat channel?? And to the rest of you out there, C'mon!! Replies: Sorry ladies...... -- Julz, 03:34:19 05/03/04 Mon Yes yes!! It was a blast!! Wow...brought back wonderful memories. Next Sunday...same place...see you all there! PS: You can get into the room 'univited' so everyone is welcome to join. Ms. Lecky came in all on her lonesome so it must work! :) We missed you Miss Julie!!! :( (NT) -- Lisa (Baa Baa), 18:06:13 05/03/04 Mon Lecky??? Who's that?? :-) yes, Julz...join us next time! And what happened to Sharon? (NT) -- mary f., 03:44:53 05/04/04 Tue Bisa was referring to me, Mary! I just clicked on "send an invitation" and typed in "Bay City Rollers" which was the chat room name Bisa used, and invited myself! (NT) -- Lecky-Becky, 05:35:00 05/06/04 Thu Awwww, I missed it!! Generally speaking, Sunday nights are good for me...except for last Sunday, as I was at the HIM show (great band!)....and of course THIS Sunday being Mother's Day, I'll be out of town! Keep it going though...I'll hope to join you eventually! (NT) -- Connie, 17:15:36 05/04/04 Tue Oh, you're right Connie. Not only is it Mother's Day, but it's the Survivor finale! Sorry, I'll see you all the follwoing week...can't miss my Survivor! (NT) -- Becky, 05:36:18 05/06/04 Thu Well how did I forget it's Survivor night?! Doof...and I'm an avid 'watcher'. Okay...this Sunday is out! Next Sunday? I have a graduation event to attend, but should be back in plenty of time...9:30 EST, yes? (NT) -- Bisa (LaaLaa), 16:13:45 05/06/04 Thu It was a blast. Too bad my fingers didn't remember how to type fast enough to keep up! (NT) -- Leila, 22:20:10 05/06/04 Thu Bleargh, I totally missed it!! Shoot! I'm going to try and remember to drop in on Sunday nights from now, since I'm usually home... (NT) -- Sharon, 20:10:37 05/23/04 Sun

Subject: Les - USA gig!! Author: lori@lesmckeown.com [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 18:14:53 05/05/04 Wed www.lesmckeown.com is thrilled to announce that after the phenomenal success of the recent KidsCharities' Blast From The Past event in Glasgow Scotland (www.kidscharities.org), Les McKeown's Legendary Bay City Rollers will be playing a benefit gig at Will's Park in Alpharetta, Georgia, on September 6, 2004 (Labor Day). The VIP gala dinner the night before and the concert will divide its proceeds between KidsCharities and Tourette's Syndrome Research, Atlanta Chapter. Also on the bill are Andrew Gold and Kansas. Watch this space for booking info and further details! Replies: Think I'm looking into going - YES I DID SAY THAT SHARON!!!!! (NT) -- Jan, 14:42:22 05/11/04 Tue Aw CRAP!! I'm LEAVING Atlanta that day, so I can be home for when my son starts first grade the next day! CRAP! (But congrats, Les!) (NT) -- Sharon, 20:07:43 05/23/04 Sun

Subject: Happy Mother's Day to ME.... Author: Mary F. [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 17:21:02 05/07/04 Fri Okay, not BCR Related at all...but one of my *other* favorites is coming to Grand Rapids, MI in June....SISTER HAZEL....oh yeah....mommy's buying tickets, mommy's buying tickets....Who's coming with me?? C'mon you other Michigan gals! Love these guys. If you're not familiar check out www.sisterhazel.com Okay, all done now. That show..in addition to my other GR show this month (thanks for the heads up, Lisa) is gonna make for a verrrry nice summer....

Subject: Was driving home last Friday and noticed the Bay City Rollers were playing at the Derby in Los Feliz. What's up with that?! Author: Archie [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 16:13:08 05/04/04 Tue

Subject: May is Mental Health Month Author: charlie [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 12:03:33 05/03/04 Mon May is Mental Health Month here in the US. My fiance suffers from bi-polar disorder, the newfangled terminology for manic depressive illness. He suffered with this disease for 15 years before his diagnosis in the Spring of 2001. It has taken more than 2 years of what we call "The Med Dance" to get his medications adjusted to the extent that he can live a normal life. Mental Illness is nothing more than a chemical imbalance in the brain. It is no different than diabates or asthma. With the right doctor and the right combination of medications, mental illness can be treated successfully. So why am I mentioning it here? Two reasons; first, to get the word out. Second, simply because I always wondered if a certain Roller, who shall remain nameless, sufferes from the same disorder as my finace. By bringing it to light, I am hoping that another person out there will be able to see the underlying cause of a life of chaos. If you would like to learn more about mental illness and what you can do to help those who suffer from one of many debilitating illnesses, go to www.nami.org. Thanks for listening everyone! Replies: So true. I esp. like your comment regarding depression being a chemical issue. I think a lot of the general public lose sight of that - and as a result place judgement on those who struggle w/ this. Thanks for sharing. (NT) -- mary f., 16:01:36 05/04/04 Tue

Subject: No one's ever in chat... Author: Sharon [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 19:42:54 04/22/04 Thu ...when I go there. ::stomps and pouts:: Doesn't anyone want to talk anymore??? ::wipes tear and walks away sadly:: Replies: Hey, how about a set time? -- Julz, 19:40:05 04/23/04 Fri *Now* would be a good time to chat, since i'm in here waiting for one of you to pop in, lol. Sunday nights are good for me. (NT) -- LoriC, 17:47:36 04/25/04 Sun

Subject: hello i would like to. Author: lrmpattybcr [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 16:30:54 04/24/04 Sat hello everyone my name is patty and im new to this board and would really like to make some new roller friends i only use aol im its lrmpattybcr i sure would love to hear from some of you ,thanks patty

Subject: Live Journal Author: Sharon [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 12:54:07 04/13/04 Tue Does anyone here have a Live Journal? They're such a great way to keep up on what people are doing and thinking on a daily basis, I love mine... hee hee! If anyone doesn't know what Live Journal is, go to http://www.livejournal.com and poke around a bit. If you do have one, mine's at http://www.livejournal.com/users/rockgoddes - let's be friends! :oD Sharon Replies: I just added you to my friends. Well actually, you're my only friend, which is incredibly pathetic, lol. I have a live journal, but I am not nearly as good as you as keeping it updated. You can find mine at <a href>http://www.livejournal.com/users/wickedgoddess_/</a>. That's wickedgoddess with a _ at the end. (NT) -- KathyF, 21:33:38 04/13/04 Tue I added you, too... (NT) -- Sharon, 22:03:00 04/13/04 Tue Interesting page, Sharon...nice to know there's a place where I can check to see if you're still breathing! ;o) Of course if I had one of those I'd probably just blather on for days about how gorgeous Johnny Depp is.....LOL (Just saw Secret Window *again*!) BTW, thanks for the link to that HILARIOUS bit with Orlando Bloom! Too funny!! :oD (NT) -- Connie, 18:59:16 04/18/04 Sun Ahe yes, Sercret Window. That was much better than I expected it to be. And of course I enjoyed the scenery ;-) (NT) -- KathyF, 13:32:37 04/19/04 Mon But Connie, that's what LJs are for - to blather on about anything you want! I know *I'd* love a spot where I could check to see if YOU'RE still breathing, too, hint hint. Yes, that Orlando Bloom thing was beyond hysterical...I LOVE Graham Norton! (NT) -- Sharon, 11:36:05 04/20/04 Tue

Subject: AOL Chat? Author: Lisa (BaaBaa) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 16:58:21 04/13/04 Tue Laaadies...would anyone be interested in trying to get a chat together to catch up? I don't have AOL any more...HOWEVER, I do have AOL Instant Messenger which I believe (someone correct me if I'm wrong) you can create chat rooms with?! baabaalisa04 :) Replies: PS: Barbie needs to bring all her '.wav' files...hahahaha...oh wait...that's Baaaaaa.... ;) (NT) -- Lisa (BaaBaa), 16:59:22 04/13/04 Tue I'm there God-mamma!! (NT) -- Mary F., 18:09:11 04/13/04 Tue I can do that!!! (NT) -- Sharon, 21:51:40 04/13/04 Tue I'm not sure I'm capable of keeping up with twenty convos going on at once anymore, but I'd love to give it a go! Can we talk about someone's sexy wrists? (NT) -- Leila (aka WoodzWren), 08:08:44 04/17/04 Sat Lisa, you read my mind! Can you create a chat room with AOL messenger? I'm not sure how that works. Has anyone tried the alumni chat room link posted above? (NT) -- Connie, 18:39:36 04/18/04 Sun

Subject: Um, hi... Author: Sharon (rockgoddes) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 22:24:39 04/07/04 Wed ...my name is Sharon, I'm 40 years old and I was once a Bay City Roller fan. A big one. And I'm not talking size-wise either (that's now, this is then). I know some of you here...don't I? Didn't we go to some conventions together in the late '90's? Didn't we meet some band members and get some autographs and drink some drinks and travel around? Didn't we do all that? Or am I hallucinating again? :oD I hope everyone here is well...I took out a tape I have from Shang-A-Lang '99 tonight and watched it, and I was overwhelmed with memories from that time in my life. I miss you guys. I hope you're all well. Many positive energies to everyone, Sharon Replies: Hi Sharon! Of course we all remember you... Yah, some good memories One of my favorites was in Bay City when Chi-town Gina made 50 Gajillion copies of someone's pinups at Kinkos....too funny! Life has a funny way of plodding on tho and I've lost track of a bunch of people. Still waiting for Cathy and Becky to host another one out this way :-) Hint Hint...Either that, or a few of us were thinking of gathering at the R & R Hall of Fame just for kicks this summer....that would be great! (NT) -- Mary F, 15:20:28 04/08/04 Thu Hey Mary! Well, if that get together is in August I might actually be able to make it! Hope all is well in your corner of the world... (NT) -- Sharon, 16:28:54 04/08/04 Thu Sharon ! Good to see you posting here, we sure did have alot of good times here and abroad. We need an Ontario get-together sometime this summer :) (NT) -- LoriC, 07:32:59 04/10/04 Sat August. I'm free in August. Gee, is it time for a fifth SAL anniversary??? (NT) -- Sharon, 19:00:54 04/11/04 Sun Sharon who?!? :) Remember the AOL chats?!? :) Those days were SO much fun... (NT) -- Lisa (Baa Baa), 08:05:12 04/10/04 Sat BAAAAAAAAAAAA! Yes, there was something to look forward to twice a week...hope you're well, dearie! (NT) -- Sharon, 19:02:52 04/11/04 Sun i seem to recall a certain train trip through england with your most excellent company :) hey girls! good to see everyone! loric, send me your email, girl! (NT) -- cat, 01:26:52 04/11/04 Sun The "boofy" car! Remember the "boofy" car? And getting rained on in Avebury and at Stonehenge...and dog poo in Bath! Good times, good times... (NT) -- Sharon, 19:05:34 04/11/04 Sun Sharon!!!! Baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaby!! -- Julz, 05:45:09 04/11/04 Sun Ah darling...I remember that trip well, yes indeedy. I still have all my vids, can't believe that...I'll email you, sweets! (NT) -- Sharon, 19:07:37 04/11/04 Sun Hey Sharon!!! I may not have gone to SAL but I still remember you! And isn't that you I see posting on Whedonesque from time to time? Small world, lol!! Hope all is well with you and yours. (NT) -- KathyF, 10:18:22 04/12/04 Mon Why yes, I posted a couple times on Whedonesque...wow, how many Buffy fans do we have here anyway? Hope you're well, too, Kathy! (NT) -- Sharon, 11:04:23 04/12/04 Mon Hey Sharon, good to see you posting here! Come around more often, ok? :o) (NT) -- Connie, 17:08:44 04/12/04 Mon Hey Cons...yes, I plan to from now on. Things got away from me for awhile there, but I'm back now! Take care, sweets! (NT) -- Sharon, 22:07:41 04/12/04 Mon Hey, sharon, things in my corner of the world, are great, thanks for asking! Lots o' changes since we've all been connected. Extra kid (the one that pushed me over the edge!) New job in (gulp!!) radio sales!!?? which is both weird and wonderful! We had kicked a few dates around for a June R&R Hall gathering, but since June is fast approaching and i've done NOTHING, August may be do-able. I'll check and get back w/ you. Email me if you need to. (NT) -- Herb Tarlek (Mary F.), 03:29:59 04/13/04 Tue I emailed you, dear! (NT) -- Sharon, 12:44:57 04/13/04 Tue

Subject: Just thought this was funny Author: Mary F. [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 03:35:27 04/13/04 Tue Was helping a co-worker do research yesterday on famous beer quotes for a t-shirt liner for our "Pub Club" ...yeah, gotta love my job...and I ran across this one from Frank Zappa. I LOVE IT: "You can't be a real country unless you have a beer and an airline - it helps if you have some kind of a football team, or some nuclear weapons, but at the very least you need a beer." - Frank Zappa

Subject: Bay City Babylon Author: Wayne [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 13:56:43 03/15/04 Mon Hello Roller fan! Wanted to give you a quick update on the forthcoming bio on the band, "Bay City Babylon". Originally scheduled for publication in the Fall of 2003, the book has been delayed twice. Once to allow Les' excellent autobiography to have some "breathing room" and now, due to Tam Paton's continuing legal issues. He is due in front of the jury in his case in Mid April and hopefully, those proceedings will be wrapped up by May. If that is the case, an estimate on a street date is now sometime in August of 2004. As fans of the band, I think you will enjoy the book. It has been the mission since day one to present a detailed, unbiased retrospective that chronicles the entire saga of the band from it's humble beginnings to the present day. I am using this period of waiting to fortify the volume with additional interviews. Quite a few subjects that were unavailable a year ago have participated recently which only helps to round out the story even more. So, in a way this time has been a real blessing to this project. I wanted to use this forum as a means to update you as I get quite a few emails asking about the progress of the book. I hope this helps and, thanks for your interest. By the way, I am still seeking the cooperation of any fans who can contribute their memories of these specific periods/events: 1. BBC Radio "Fun Day" at Mallory Park, 1975. 2. CHUM sponsored appearance at Nathan Phillips Square Toronto, 1976 3. Atlantic City, NJ Steel Pier music hall concert 1976 4. Band house or studio in New Jersey 1980 5. Peppermint Lounge concert 1981 6. Harrah's Casino concert Lake Tahoe 1981 Email me waynecoy@aol.com if you'd like to share. Thanks. Sincerely, Wayne Coy Replies: Thanks for the update on the book, Wayne! Hope all is well with you! :o) (NT) -- Connie, 16:00:59 03/15/04 Mon I'm looking forward to reading the book, Wayne! Sounds like you've done a lot of research and interviews. (NT) -- Leila, 07:28:56 03/22/04 Mon

Subject: Can I get a show of hands?? Who plans on attending Ian's Indiana gig at the Wagon Wheel theater?? Author: Becca [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 14:43:26 02/10/04 Tue Replies: I'll be there with dh, Becca. Are you? (NT) -- Becky, 09:46:13 02/12/04 Thu Yep but there are two shows... I imagine you are on the road by now ... Yes I am going .... but to the late show. I know what you look like... I'll keep an eye out for ya. :) (NT) -- Becca, 14:18:35 02/14/04 Sat Becca!! It was great to finally meet you. Hope you guys had a safe trip home. (NT) -- Becky, 13:53:40 02/15/04 Sun It was a great show... even my honey had a great time. I had had a rotten day so far so the concert was a wonderful way to end the day.... made a rotten day better!! Our trip home was fine. You had a longer drive than I did glad to see you made it home safely. ~ I just sent you an email. I took lots of piccys of Tony Defranco and Ian ... so if anyone wants copies... let me know. :) (NT) -- Becca, 16:48:23 02/15/04 Sun I'd love some copies...mine are kinda blurry. Maybe it was because neither one of them stands still very long, huh? LOL (NT) -- Becky, 04:48:48 02/16/04 Mon Becca! I saw you across the room, but you were gone before I got a chance to meet you. Most of my pics are blurry too, I would love some copies. (NT) -- Bear, 09:56:30 02/17/04 Tue pictures -- Linda, 15:48:06 02/24/04 Tue I have not taken mine in to be developed yet... I am hoping they are not too blurry as well... I will take them in this weekend ... and let ya know how they turn out. they can't all be blurry... I took around 4 rolls ... LOL -- Becca, 20:24:44 02/20/04 Fri Becca, I got the pictures today and they are great!! Thanks again! It takes me back to that weekend, what a great time. Don't you just wish we could all hang out EVERY weekend? (NT) -- Becky, 13:40:04 03/01/04 Mon Hey guys it was great to see you again and to finally meet you Becca, wish it could of been for more than one day, and how about seeing Sal Morris after all these years? Us guys in the midwest have to get togethier again soon, i do not want years to go by until i see you guys! = ) (NT) -- Gina = ), 18:27:48 02/22/04 Sun

Subject: Ian Mitchell - new San Jose concert Author: Connie [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 21:16:08 02/18/04 Wed And now for some BCR news a little closer to home (well for most of us that is!) Ian Mitchell will be performing all your favorites once again on Saturday, April 24th at the Britannia Arms (173 W. Santa Clara Street) in downtown San Jose, California. He will again be backed by a groovy and talented bunch of guys known as The British Invasion. The show begins at 9:45 and continues until we shut the place down! If any of y'all on the east side are getting sick of that cold winter weather, here's your perfect excuse to plan a trip out west! ;o)

Subject: Les and KidsCharities.org Author: Connie [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 21:02:24 02/18/04 Wed Lookie here! Some gen-u-wine new BCR-related info! (Well, it's new to me!) I was asked to post this about in BCR land, so here it is! Please feel free to pass this on to anyone you know who might be considering a trip to Scotland this February! ------------------------------------- Hello There Fellow Les McKeown Fans and Legendary Bay City Rollers Enthusiasts! I am the Webmaster for Sue & David Cassidy's non-profit organization, KidsCharities.org, which Les McKeown is now spokesperson for, and would like to ask for your support in helping us spread the word about upcoming KidsCharities.org sponsored events and auctions in your areas! With your help, we will be able to reach more people and therefore, help more kids - a dream Sue & David Cassidy and now Les McKeown, have had since the inception of our organization 6 years ago! If you can, please post this banner on your website and/or announce our upcoming Blast from the Past, a Throwback Concert taking place at The Clyde Auditorium in Glasgow, Scotland on February 28th. This live concert will feature many greats from the 70's including Les McKeown and his Legendary Bay City Rollers, Alvin Stardust and many more! Tickets for the event are still available on our website at: http://www.kidscharities.org/treeoflife/70s-bash.html. Tell all your friends to help support KidsCharities.org and listen to some wonderful music from the 70's all in the same evening! Please post this banner on your website and add a link to our site from yours. Also, please post a message on your message boards and please send the word out to your mailings lists as well! "Help the Stars Reach the Kids!" Best Regards, Ashley Walls Webmaster KidsCharities.org "Help the Stars Reach the Kids!" webmaster@kidscharities.org

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