Say something positive about Elvis

[MissyM]

Let's have some fun and an upbeat thread. Say something positive about Elvis. Bet we could keep this one going for days.

I'll go first. And hope you enjoy.

Anyone who came to Graceland had to have a bite to eat. He loved sitting down with friends and family. He like to talk, laugh and remember the old days. (did ya know that one??)

So, he was a true southern gentleman in that way. He learned if from his mamma!

[ksimms2]

He respected his elders and was always polite (yes ma'am, yes sir) and had a beautiful spirit....I think he never intended to go down hill like he did.....he was just a beautiful, magical person. (great thread Missy!)

[MissyM]

Great one K! I like that too. I mean how many people were like that.

[presley31]

gentle, loving, great sense of humor, rebel, beauiful singer, wonderful human being.

[SleepyJack]

The man has been dead for thirty years and can still make someone feel really good...How many people can do that??......What I don`t get is how anyone could NOT like him!!.....maybe he was a "Prince from another planet".

[riley]

wonderful human being indeed, equally beautiful BOTH on the inside and outside.
Rare to find such combination.

[Diane]

I loved the way children and animals reacted to him and especially the way he was drawn to them.....says a lot to me.

Diane

[riley]

so true Diane.
It says a lot about his nature (kind and gentle)

[KPM]

How many smiles did he produce for strangers, how much comfort and pleasure has he given with his songs and performances.
Paul McCartney once said that back in the 50s, when he was having a bad day he would go home and pop on an Elvis song like "All Shook Up" and then all would be well. That says a lot for what he has done with his music.

[elvislady]

The way he cared for his mother and made sure she would "want for nothing"
elvislady:D

[poormansgold]

It's nice to hear him laugh, Liked on Datin' and Are You Lonesome Tonight plus On Don't Cry Daddy on 16th of feb, It's not much laugh on it, My mother love to hear him laugh, she say he that special kind laugh that you can laugh with.
he is caring person try to help ill kids, We can keep that mind how much money he send to Hoptials In Memphis , Etc.
Tom

[Rover]

Such a nice thread! Something positive...He's the best! His whole musical career is more than amazing, and he has this unique feeling towards music, like if he were part of it, see what I mean? :)
Also, the influence he had over rock, he inspired a lot of good singers...

[suspicious_mind]

This is easy to do :D
Actually i could list things for DAYS but ill just say a few and leave it at that.

He was an amazingly smart man, he was generous beyond being generous, he was VERY religious, he loved his family and worshipped his mother, he was a great actor, he was a beautiful looking man inside and out. :blush:

[Merry]

Elvis loved his fans, and insisted they be treated with love and respect.

[cprimm]

I loved his generous heart. I love the story of him being at a car dealer in Memphis and this little old lady looking at a Cadillac, knowing she could never afford one, and he being the generous person he was buying one for her. I love to hear stories from people that worked with him who always tell what a wonderful person he was, that he would never get upset if someone didn't sing in the right key, he would never call them on it. He would just say, let's do that one over or something to that effect. I think a lot of the negative things said about him was "because some people were so jealous" of his fame, great looks, gentle heart and all he had going for him.

Ronnie McDowell told a story of Elvis and Jackie Wilson while he was performing his 30 year tribute at the Horseshoe last August. He said that Jackie Wilson was one of Elvis' favorite performers. Wilson suffered a massive heart attack while playing a Dick Clark show at the Latin Casino in Cherry Hill, New Jersey on September 29, 1975, falling head-first to the stage; he was singing "Lonely Teardrops". The blow to the head Wilson suffered left him comatose. For the next eight years and four months he was in a vegetative state until his death at age 49. Al Green, the soul singer, was one of the few artists who regularly visited a bed-ridden Jackie.

Ronnie told that Wilson's medical costs were paid for by Elvis Presley. According to the biography, Jackie Wilson: Lonely Teardrops[4], he received a well-publicized funeral attended by approximately 1,500 relatives, friends and fans. He is interred in the Westlawn Cemetery in Wayne, Michigan.

It was a good story told by Ronnie, but this is a rumor that has since been proven false. Elvis didn't and couldn't have paid Jackie Wilson's medical expenses as he himself died in 1977 and his health was in decline several years before. Jackie did in fact have insurance.

[Jailhouse-Rocker]

he was human - thats what i loved about him. he forgot his lyrics, he mucked up on stage, he talked to the audience, he laughed all the way through his songs, he made jokes ... he didn't think himself above all that on stage, and thats what i love about him :D

[Sleepless~Dreamer]

He made so many people smile. he had the biggest heart and gave his love to everyone he came in contact with. he was and is the greatest entertainer to ever step foot on planet earth..I love him! :hug:

[KPM]

I loved his generous heart. I love the story of him being at a car dealer in Memphis and this little old lady looking at a Cadillac, knowing she could never afford one, and he being the generous person he was buying one for her. I love to hear stories from people that worked with him who always tell what a wonderful person he was, that he would never get upset if someone didn't sing in the right key, he would never call them on it. He would just say, let's do that one over or something to that effect. I think a lot of the negative things said about him was "because some people were so jealous" of his fame, great looks, gentle heart and all he had going for him.

Ronnie McDowell told a story of Elvis and Jackie Wilson while he was performing his 30 year tribute at the Horseshoe last August. He said that Jackie Wilson was one of Elvis' favorite performers. Wilson suffered a massive heart attack while playing a Dick Clark show at the Latin Casino in Cherry Hill, New Jersey on September 29, 1975, falling head-first to the stage; he was singing "Lonely Teardrops". The blow to the head Wilson suffered left him comatose. For the next eight years and four months he was in a vegetative state until his death at age 49. Al Green, the soul singer, was one of the few artists who regularly visited a bed-ridden Jackie.

Ronnie told that Wilson's medical costs were paid for by Elvis Presley. According to the biography, Jackie Wilson: Lonely Teardrops[4], he received a well-publicized funeral attended by approximately 1,500 relatives, friends and fans. He is interred in the Westlawn Cemetery in Wayne, Michigan.

It was a good story told by Ronnie, but this is a rumor that has since been proven false. Elvis didn't and couldn't have paid Jackie Wilson's medical expenses as he himself died in 1977 and his health was in decline several years before. Jackie did in fact have insurance.
You would be correct on the funeral but I have read consistently read that Elvis sent Jackies family a check to help out with expenses. Insurance covers hospitalization expenses but not loss of income for the family. I'll try to find out more about the extent of his help.

[Merry]

he was human - thats what i loved about him. he forgot his lyrics, he mucked up on stage, he talked to the audience, he laughed all the way through his songs, he made jokes ... he didn't think himself above all that on stage, and thats what i love about him :D


Yes, thank you, beautifully said.

Kim

[Jailhouse-Rocker]

Yes, thank you, beautifully said.

Kim

your welcome :D

[Lisarose]

The man has been dead for thirty years and can still make someone feel really good...How many people can do that??......".

Well said. Whenever I'm down, I grab one of my Elvis cd's or tune into Youtube. That infectious laugh! That sexy, everready smile - and he was such a nice guy!

[Merry]

I love Elvis' laugh, it is infectious, it gets inside you.

Kim

[cameron]

Elvis had the gift to make everyone feel special .:)

[Merry]

:hug:Elvis has always impressed me, because he was always real. Down to earth, practical with his outlook, and caring. Someone who is caring, should always be treasured.

:hug:Kim
xxx
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(heaps)

[rhythmknights]

:hug:Elvis has always impressed me, because he was always real. Down to earth, practical with his outlook, and caring. Someone who is caring, should always be treasured.


(y)I totally agree! I love all the stories about how he was just such a CARING guy. Like Maya Angelou says, "People don't always remember what you've said, but they always remember how you made them feel" [paraphrased]. Elvis always makes me feel joyful.:D

[Latte]

He had an angelic quality that was always there. His respect and love for humanity and the humble nature he showed.

In response to someone elses post,

I think people dont care for him because they only know the icon. I understand because when i was a teen i felt that way about him, you have to know his life and who he truely was to love him.

[Merry]

He had an angelic quality that was always there. His respect and love for humanity and the humble nature he showed.

In response to someone elses post,

I think people dont care for him because they only know the icon. I understand because when i was a teen i felt that way about him, you have to know his life and who he truely was to love him.


Thank you, Latte for your beautiful words.

Welcome!

Kim

[Rover]

I've a question...do you people have the feeling you know who Elvis really was? Because I don't :'(

[Suzan]

He was respectful
He was kind
He was generous
He had a beautiful smile
He had a wonderful heart and a wonderful soul
He had a fantastic laugh
He had gorgeous eyes
He was real
He was human
He had faults

Thank you for this thread great to see something positive!:notworthy:clap:

[cameron]

I've a question...do you people have the feeling you know who Elvis really was? Because I don't :'(

Does anyone ever really know another person...even if you live with them?

I've seen real life stories where a wife was completely fooled by her husband and vice-versa.

But, yes. I feel I know Elvis ;at least more than when I first started reading about him . Do I like and approve of everything he did?
Absolutely, not . I just feel I've met the man underneath the personna that Tom Parker made. He certainly wasn't an unflawed god; but Parker and the fans created that image, not Elvis himself.

There are things I've discovered that I'd like to not know.
but, as a friend; I accept the flawed, insecure young man that he was.
I think through his music ; I've come to know him better.
Though Elvis wasn't a songwriter; he had the uncanny ability to choose songs that he felt deeply about and made them his own.
IMO; that's how one knows and understands him by what he was able to communicate through his music.

[Merry]

Elvis isn't a stranger to me, never was. Probably the only person, whom I hadn't met, that I just felt I knew him. He is just "Elvis' like anyone else to me.

This is a compliment, it is because of his disposition, that I feel that way. I've never felt there was an image to look through, as I knew him from little, so I didn't know any better.

I wouldn't care if he now, at 72, without the make-up, the clothes, the power, the money, had wrinkles and arthritis, I wouldn't care, who he was.

I saw a caring, loving man. I saw someone similar to me, with similar likes and dislikes. Our laughs are even similar, although my voice is feminine, lol. A man with incredible responsibilities, and as a man, took them seriously. He had hardships, and pushed through them. He did what he could, and I respect him for all he did, and tried to do.

I see a man who loved people. Who connected with them.

A man who loved his mother dearly, who was the centre of his world. A man who loves his daughter, with all his heart, she was the centre of his world, This is what touches me, the priorities, the care, the depth, the warmth, the patience, the humanity. Along with that, all the mistakes, all the flaws, all the problems, I love him,b more. No pedestals, never was, never will be.

I wouldn't care, if he was an older man, without money, without a thing, he would still just be that man, who I saw through a little girl's eyes. No difference, Elvis. Just Elvis. Or whomever his name may be,b.

Kim

[Latte]

Thanks Kim :)

[Merry]

Thanks Kim :)


You are welcome

:hug:

Kimmi

[Jailhouse-Rocker]

Elvis isn't a stranger to me, never was. Probably the only person, whom I hadn't met, that I just felt I knew him. He is just "Elvis' like anyone else to me.

This is a compliment, it is because of his disposition, that I feel that way. I've never felt there was an image to look through, as I knew him from little, so I didn't know any better.

I wouldn't care if he now, at 72, without the make-up, the clothes, the power, the money, had wrinkles and arthritis, I wouldn't care, who he was.

I saw a caring, loving man. I saw someone similar to me, with similar likes and dislikes. Our laughs are even similar, although my voice is feminine, lol. A man with incredible responsibilities, and as a man, took them seriously. He had hardships, and pushed through them. He did what he could, and I respect him for all he did, and tried to do.

I see a man who loved people. Who connected with them.

A man who loved his mother dearly, who was the centre of his world. A man who loves his daughter, with all his heart, she was the centre of his world, This is what touches me, the priorities, the care, the depth, the warmth, the patience, the humanity. Along with that, all the mistakes, all the flaws, all the problems, I love him,b more. No pedestals, never was, never will be.

I wouldn't care, if he was an older man, without money, without a thing, he would still just be that man, who I saw through a little girl's eyes. No difference, Elvis. Just Elvis. Or whomever his name may be,b.

Kim

beautifully said :notworthy

[Merry]

"beautifully said"

Thanks Honey.

O.K., why not have a little fun?

I have one word, hehe "hot'

Kimmi

[MissyM]

I like the fact that he never forgot his roots. He wasn't ashamed of where he came from. I think he was proud of it. When so many entertainers "go Hollywood", Elvis didn't. I would say that it was also brave. Rather than hide, he stood up and remained who he was. I don't think I've known a more genuine celebrity.

[BrianK]

1) He was the greatest pop/rock singer of the 20th Century. 2) He was the starter/locus of the rebellion against Puritan/ repressed/ over-Conservative styles in dress/music/ and behavior for the nation for the last 50 years. Is that enough?:clap:

[Iddytreamgirl]

He had his faults and that's what makes him perfect.

How simple is that? :)

[malc07]

Its sooo nice to see all these wonderful comments about the GREATEST human being that ever graced our lives...
my list could go on for weeks,but I think his best attribute was his love for everybody.
he was so caring and making people happy meant the world to him.
I honestly believe there will never ever be anyone else like him EVER !!!

BTW Fantastic thread....

[riley]

He was one of a kind.
there will never be anyone like him again.
Beautiful person , inside and outside

[ms_epblvd]

I think for being such a mega superstar, Elvis was a pretty down to earth guy. Great Quality!

[Getlo]

Its sooo nice to see all these wonderful comments about the GREATEST human being that ever graced our lives...

Uhmmmm .... ;)

Greatest human being? A big call. Greatest singer, perhaps, but human being?

Greater than Gandhi for instance? Or - for you religious types - Christ?

Personally, I'd rate my own father a greater human being in my own life than Elvis.

[ms_epblvd]

I agree Getlo, he was a pretty amazing guy but he wouldnt be in my top 10 of greatest human beings of all time. I'd like to think Grandpa, Jesus Christ, my mom, dad and some others would rank before the king of rock. But I'll give him the number 11 spot.. :)

[Rover]

[Greater than Gandhi for instance? Or - for you religious types - Christ?
It is funny because the other day I heard someone say that if Elvis is still remembered today, maybe he will be remembered in 2000 years, like the Christ...:P
The fact that we are all here proove that he was a great human being, and probably the greatest singer, entertainer,...ever. Was he the greatest human being ever? I guess everybody has a different opinion, since this is a rather personal statement, which concern what Elvis brought to *you*. Maybe your parents gave you something more important, maybe Ghandi taught you something more useful,...I think I will wait to reach the end of my life to answer this question, just to make sure I've met as many people as possible so that I can compare fairly :)

[malc07]

When my statement said GREATEST human being.it was meant in a wider circle..
i was not comparing him to my personal family.i was meaning,in general.and IMO he was greater than Gandhi,but thats my opinion..as I dont know what Gandhi done,like I know what ELVIS done...he would be higher...i think its a pretty safe bet that if you polled 1000 people and asked them who Gandhi was and what he achieved..then asked the same question about ELVIS..i think more would know Elvis...but this as I say is Only my opinion.

[malc07]

:hug:Thanks pauline BTW:hug:

[rhythmknights]

I like the fact that he never forgot his roots. He wasn't ashamed of where he came from. I think he was proud of it. When so many entertainers "go Hollywood", Elvis didn't. I would say that it was also brave. Rather than hide, he stood up and remained who he was. I don't think I've known a more genuine celebrity.

Yeah, just how many stars stay grounded near their roots? (y) Elvis never forgot his dear ole Memphis. i can't think of many entertainers that go home - mostly they just become HOLLYWOOD. Well, except bon jovi, I think he still does a lot for New Jersey.

[malc07]

Nicely put Sara

[*LittleSister1981*]

He always treated everyone with respect,like he said,he always treated people,the way he would like to be treated.He had a "heart of gold",he never forgot abut his friends,he knew how to make people feel special,he had a GSOH,he was just very SPECIAL,GORGEOUS just AMAZING. He wasn't materialistic at all,that's a wonderful quality,considering who he was:o)

[SeeSeeRider777]

Ive never seen anyone with that kind of fame be so humble and caring.

[Getlo]

I dont know what Gandhi done,like I know what ELVIS done...he would be higher....

Er, he only freed an entire race of people from years of an oppressive regime and ended the occupation of India. Try Google. ;)


i think its a pretty safe bet that if you polled 1000 people and asked them who Gandhi was and what he achieved..then asked the same question about ELVIS..i think more would know Elvis.

I can practically guarantee you'd lose that bet.

[cameron]

He always treated everyone with respect,like he said,he always treated people,the way he would like to be treated.

It's too bad we can't all do the same.
It would be a much better world.

[Merry]

It's too bad we can't all do the same.
It would be a much better world.



(y) (y) (y)

There has always been, a lot to learn from Elvis.

Take care,
:hug:b
Kim

[Rover]

It's too bad we can't all do the same.
It would be a much better world.
It's funny but what you said reminds me sooo much of the song If I can dream :D

[Merry]

It's funny but what you said reminds me sooo much of the song If I can dream :D



Ahhhhh great minds think alike, lol

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FKuVW1gGRk

One of the things, why, I love Elvisb.

This song, when I first came onto the boards, was the song, I sang, that kept playing in my noggin, lol. Funny, a special person I met, I found out, this friend, kept singing the same song. Coincidences, lovely coincidences.

Kim

[malc07]

Er, he only freed an entire race of people from years of an oppressive regime and ended the occupation of India. Try Google. ;)

:hmm: I dont need to try google ty.if I wanted to know about Gandhi I would...but Elvis is my interest thank you very much.I certainly dont need a history lesson from anybody.

I can practically guarantee you'd lose that bet.

I think that is one bet that you would loose !!!

Question Gelto? and I mean this in the nicest way possible..But why are you always soo agressive in your comments to everybody,Just because they have an opinion that you dont like or agree with...we are all equals in this world,but you come across as though you look down on people...

[presley31]

It's too bad we can't all do the same.
It would be a much better world.

l agree Cameron, l do wish there was more respect these days.

[Getlo]

I think that is one bet that you would loose !!!

Or even "lose"...


Question Gelto? and I mean this in the nicest way possible.. (Oh, I'm sure you do! :lol:) But why are you always soo agressive in your comments to everybody,Just because they have an opinion that you dont like or agree with...

I hardly think that suggesting you'd lose a bet that you put forth re Gandhi or Elvis is being aggressive. It seems that people get upset when I disagree with them or - in the case of the Graceland highway thing etc - counter their theories with actual facts and official email responses from proper sources. As I said on another thread, I treat this forum as if it's a discussion in a pub with friends. Not once have I directly called someone an ***** or another name (unlike some posters on here). I have strong opinions, and - just like in the "real world" - if people don't like that, then - in the words of the man himself - "Tutt Scheff".

I do get aggressive when people postulate ridiculous theories about, for instance, Elvis being alive, or some sort of cover-up in '77. That sort of thing gets my goat; so if someone puts that idea forth, you can bet that I'll be standing there with a burning torch demanding an explanation. And I expect to be asked to back up my own claims. Which I have. Every time.


we are all equals in this world,but you come across as though you look down on people...

No, we're not all equals at all. If we were all equals (perhaps sitting around a campfire singing Kum Bay Ya, basking in each other's love and humanity - barf!! ) then the world would not be in the sorry state it is today.

Do I look down on people? Yes, some. Including some world leaders, politicians and celebrities. And anyone who says they don't - I mean deep, deep down - is a liar.

But I am sure we've now gone :offtopic:

[cameron]

If I Can Dream has always been an inspiring song to me.
I was a child of the '60's.

IMO, it does no good to "talk the talk" if you don't "walk the walk." ;)
And people that bully others are just insecure about themselves.

[KPM]

Or even "lose"...



I hardly think that suggesting you'd lose a bet that you put forth re Gandhi or Elvis is being aggressive. It seems that people get upset when I disagree with them or - in the case of the Graceland highway thing etc - counter their theories with actual facts and official email responses from proper sources. As I said on another thread, I treat this forum as if it's a discussion in a pub with friends. Not once have I directly called someone an ***** or another name (unlike some posters on here). I have strong opinions, and - just like in the "real world" - if people don't like that, then - in the words of the man himself - "Tutt Scheff".

I do get aggressive when people postulate ridiculous theories about, for instance, Elvis being alive, or some sort of cover-up in '77. That sort of thing gets my goat; so if someone puts that idea forth, you can bet that I'll be standing there with a burning torch demanding an explanation. And I expect to be asked to back up my own claims. Which I have. Every time.



No, we're not all equals at all. If we were all equals (perhaps sitting around a campfire singing Kum Bay Ya, basking in each other's love and humanity - barf!! ) then the world would not be in the sorry state it is today.

Do I look down on people? Yes, some. Including some world leaders, politicians and celebrities. And anyone who says they don't - I mean deep, deep down - is a liar.

But I am sure we've now gone :offtopic:

I have spent some time in bars and its a fact not everyone knows you when you are there. Friends know you and where you are coming from-strangers in bars and places like this don't really. "Barroom etiquette" was a term I learned from a bartender in 1976 (younger days) when he threw me out of his establishment for argueing with some guy too loud over- nothing really. I learned something and it stayed with me for sure.:D

[*LittleSister1981*]

It's too bad we can't all do the same.
It would be a much better world.

I know,it's really a shame that people forget about that these days,we should all learn a lesson from Elvis...;)

[Merry]

Or even "lose"...



I hardly think that suggesting you'd lose a bet that you put forth re Gandhi or Elvis is being aggressive. It seems that people get upset when I disagree with them or - in the case of the Graceland highway thing etc - counter their theories with actual facts and official email responses from proper sources. As I said on another thread, I treat this forum as if it's a discussion in a pub with friends. Not once have I directly called someone an ***** or another name (unlike some posters on here). I have strong opinions, and - just like in the "real world" - if people don't like that, then - in the words of the man himself - "Tutt Scheff".

I do get aggressive when people postulate ridiculous theories about, for instance, Elvis being alive, or some sort of cover-up in '77. That sort of thing gets my goat; so if someone puts that idea forth, you can bet that I'll be standing there with a burning torch demanding an explanation. And I expect to be asked to back up my own claims. Which I have. Every time.



No, we're not all equals at all. If we were all equals (perhaps sitting around a campfire singing Kum Bay Ya, basking in each other's love and humanity - barf!! ) then the world would not be in the sorry state it is today.

Do I look down on people? Yes, some. Including some world leaders, politicians and celebrities. And anyone who says they don't - I mean deep, deep down - is a liar.

But I am sure we've now gone :offtopic:


We aren't in a public bar. There isn't beer swilling, people aren't drunk, whereas they walk out, forgetting what they were talking about, then it doesn't matter, anyway. I know for a fact, that most women hate fighting. Although, a lot of us will stand up for ourselves, if provoked.

The members here range from 15 years old to 80. A large proportion, whom you argue with are mothers, with children, who aren't interested in fighting, or speaking strongly.

There is a time and a place, the bar, is the time and the place to talk down to others, fight if you want, get drunk, forget what you said, and walk out.

[Merry]

Elvisb knew people. He knew that everyone has their story, their motivation for doing things.

He appreciated those around him, who loved him, Elvis placed the others, those who deserved to be, into the outer circle, where they belonged.

His daughter was his world. He could enjoy her, thinking good thoughts.

:hug:

Kim

[malc07]

Thanks kpm...nicely put

[marijaep]

Elvisb knew people. He knew that everyone has their story, their motivation for doing things.

He appreciated those around him, who loved him, Elvis placed the others, those who deserved to be, into the outer circle, where they belonged.

His daughter was his world. He could enjoy her, thinking good thoughts.

:hug:

Kim

(y) That was wonderful, thank you Kimmi :notworthy:hug:

[malc07]

Thankyou Jess..couldnt of put it better myself
"hugs"

[cameron]

I have spent some time in bars and its a fact not everyone knows you when you are there. Friends know you and where you are coming from-strangers in bars and places like this don't really. "Barroom etiquette" was a term I learned from a bartender in 1976 (younger days) when he threw me out of his establishment for argueing with some guy too loud over- nothing really. I learned something and it stayed with me for sure.:D
Very well stated, as always. (y)
To get respect ,one must also be willing to give it.

[malc07]

thanks cameron nicely put

[cameron]

We aren't in a public bar.
There is a time and a place, the bar, is the time and the place to talk down to others, fight if you want, get drunk, forget what you said, and walk out.
I almost missed this, Jess. I guess there is a time and a place for everything. ;) However, I avoided those kind of bars. When I went out, I went to have fun, not fight.
Doubtful "talking down" to anyone was tolerated. At least not in the places I went. :hmm:

[Getlo]

We aren't in a public bar. There isn't beer swilling, people aren't drunk, .

Well Jess and KPM ... you obviously equate being in a bar with being drunk and fighting.

I do not, and never mentioned alcohol or fighting in this thread. I have the ability to go into a bar, drink responsibly, and still get my points accross without being thrown out or asked to leave.

Just like here.

Cheers! :cheers:

[Merry]

I almost missed this, Jess. I guess there is a time and a place for everything. ;) However, I avoided those kind of bars. When I went out, I went to have fun, not fight.
Doubtful "talking down" to anyone was tolerated. At least not in the places I went. :hmm:


Oh gosh, me pub? :lmfao: Blahhhhhhhhhhhh

Hehe......

Now, music, good friends, fun, that's where I am :clap:

Cam, talking about beer, have a squiz at this new commercial in Aussie land. I just watched it for the first time, coincidentally, while replying to you, so I thought I'd share with everyone. Please watch to the end (y)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ml3ybCxxMRk

[kellyelvis]

Elvis had a heart of gold. yes he lived an eratic lifestyle but that was just a mask he hid behind. Of course he'd act like he knew everything, and be the boss around his friends. But inside was a man probably screaming 'why can't you see the real me'
Elvis was Elvis. He did things his way. He reached out to people not many singers do that. He fought everything to get to where he is. Wannabes today jusnt need to get an ok on X-factor. Elvis was a really beautiful, talented man who like us just tried to do the best he could to make the most of life.

Elvis I love you forever baby. I will always stick up for you

[Merry]

<snip> I have the ability to go into a bar, drink responsibly, and still get my points accross without being thrown out or asked to leave.

Just like here.

Cheers! :cheers:



Whoops! ...... guess that kinda doesn't always work .......

[KPM]

Well Jess and KPM ... you obviously equate being in a bar with being drunk and fighting.

I do not, and never mentioned alcohol or fighting in this thread. I have the ability to go into a bar, drink responsibly, and still get my points accross without being thrown out or asked to leave.

Just like here.

Cheers! :cheers:
I have spent some time in bars and its a fact not everyone knows you when you are there. Friends know you and where you are coming from-strangers in bars and places like this don't really. "Barroom etiquette" was a term I learned from a bartender in 1976 (younger days) when he threw me out of his establishment for argueing with some guy too loud over- nothing really. I learned something and it stayed with me for sure.

I did not say anything about a fight pal nor actually being drunk (but I'll admit I had more than a few), I said argueing too loud-there is a difference. I learned something from that situation as I said. Now when I visit a bar I remember that you can get your points across without the need to offend anyone or provoke a silly situation which there is no need for. Every disagreement does not need to end in making someone angry. That was my point.

[malc07]

And a great point too KPM..and very well explained...Thankyou so much.
glad someone sees my point.!!!

[U.S. Male]

Let's have some fun and an upbeat thread. Say something positive about Elvis

The best there ever was, the best there ever is, and the best there ever will be :king:

[malc07]

Well Said Steve !!!!!

[cameron]

Oh gosh, me pub? :lmfao: Blahhhhhhhhhhhh

Hehe......

Now, music, good friends, fun, that's where I am :clap:

Cam, talking about beer, have a squiz at this new commercial in Aussie land. I just watched it for the first time, coincidentally, while replying to you, so I thought I'd share with everyone. Please watch to the end (y)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ml3ybCxxMRk

I'll drink to that! :cheers:

[malc07]

Dont think even GETLO can argue with that... steve

[presley31]

The best there ever was, the best there ever is, and the best there ever will be :king:

well said bbm (y)(y)

[Merry]

The best there ever was, the best there ever is, and the best there ever will be :king:



Yeah Steve!

Kim

[EnigmaticSun]

I like Elvis most of all as a human being. To me he is not "Elvis the King of Rock 'n Roll" or "Elvis the myth", but Elvis the friend. Even though I've never met him (I was born years after his death) it feels as though I know him.

It sometimes annoys me how people stop being critical. I love Elvis, for better or for worse. To explain what I'm trying to prove, I've also been active on BillyGilmanFans. And it's just disturbing how some girls act like this:

"Billy Gilman is our saviour and hero. He is the noblest being on earth. We live to die for Gilman! To die for Gilman is to live forever! Rhode Island is Gilman as Gilman is Rhode Island! Hail Gilman!"

In some cases people may say something similar about Elvis. Jesus is my saviour, but it doesn't mean I don't love Elvis. He is unforgettable, his music timeless and his legacy will outlive us (in case the world doesn't end soon).

[poormansgold]

I'm done doing Treads Only my Covers I will keep do them long as I do them, I see few my covers Bomb Too, lolol, That's part of Life and Business stuff too, lollol.
I got more Covers To post, they will on My LP Covers Tread more on.
Tom

[utmom2008]

Elvis was: Phenomenal, Charismatic, Humble, Compassionate, Spiritual, Funny, Generous, Human, Masculine, Talented, Loved and........Absolutely GORGEOUS to look at!:king::king::king:

[t-r-o-u-b-l-e]

Elvis was THE southern gentleman. He grew up poor, but he didn't let that hold him back. He knew God gave him a special talent, so he gave his all. He taught us a lot. Kindness, gentleness, love of mankind, helping others, the list goes on. Elvis will live forever. In our hearts.

Jessie