Wendi Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 What ever do you mean:mf_rosetinted: Awwww!!! Bless!! Just wait till I upload that video I took at the breakfast table!! :roftl: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlottechristy Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 November 16, 2007- Arrived into Glasgow around 9am, checked into hotel and got ready for the day. Around 12:30pm, went to meet Kath and Abby but somehow missed them. But, I knew where they were so I headed off to Buzzy Wares where I saw them sitting there waiting for us to all start showing up. Sat and talked for a while and then, Deb and Tootch showed up. Shortly afterwards Blue, Carrie, GITB, Babs, Sarahlou and FD showed up. After many, many attempts of trying to get the server’s attention, most of us finally ordered chicken nachos. Gotta have the chicken. Finished eating and chatting around 3pm and decided to all meet back at 7:30pm at Youmla’s for some Chinese. We all headed back to our hotels and some to the train station to meet the others that were still coming in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlottechristy Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Around 5pm, Sheena and her friend showed up at the Hotel and we went for some Starbucks. I have to say, I’m a huge Starbuck’s addict and seeing two on every corner was very comforting to me. Yes, I was starting to feel more human after my Triple Venti Peppermint Mocha. YUM!!!! Then, we headed off to Youmla’s where everyone was now starting to show up. It was so unreal to see the MFC in one place. I just couldn’t believe it. Thank Goodness for name tags. LOL! I finally ordered some soup and wine and thought that I drank the whole bottle on my own until RAK fessed up that she had two glasses. Thank goodness…was feeling like a Whino! LOL! I was starting to get a little less shy at this point. LOL! Hmm, wonder if anybody noticed? The restaurant played “Love Today” a couple of times which everyone was more than happy to join in singing. It was a warm up for the next night’s gig. I enjoyed talking with everyone so much…still can’t believe that it’s over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlottechristy Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 After Youmla’s, some headed back to the hotel and the rest of us headed over to Reflex for some dancing. Wow, this brought back so many memories since the whole club is dedicated to 80’s music. We were all definitely in the right place. LOL! So, we danced, took many pictures and drank. I’m not sure just how much I had to drink since there always seemed to be one handed to me and I don’t think I ever turned one down. LOL!! But, amazingly enough I was just tipsy..that’s all. LOL! No, really I was. I swear, I was only TIPSY! Around midnight, I finally felt the jetlag and headed back to my hotel, which just happened to be right down the street. I saw KFC on the left, while walking back, and decided I was hungry. So, I stopped in for some chicken. Got back to my Hotel…oops, room started to spin at this time and I had chicken. Then, I fell asleep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlottechristy Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 THE BIG DAY! Did a little window shopping in the rain and just kept staring at my watch thinking…”please time hurry up”…I WANT TO SEE MIKA! Around 3:30, Allegra showed up at the hotel. We hugged and said our Hello’s and then, I gave her the room to get ready. At this time, I went to walk to the Carling to start queuing. I heard that everyone else was waiting for Taxi’s and were on their way. Once I got there, Sheena was there talking to a few people. I went over and stood while Sheena spoke to Security. Security was really sweet and brought us out a couple of coffees. I said, Thank you and I think they were shocked that I could actually speak. I just don’t like bugging security, management, etc. I grew up with Rock Stars and I know how they feel about this. Around 3:45pm, Mika’s manager showed up and went into the side door. A few minutes later, everyone started arriving. We went over to the side and started Queuing. At some point, FD, Leigh and GITB and I left to go back to the Hotel to warm up. I think FD was freezing to death with his outfit. I really felt bad for him. The hotel bar was incredibly crowded due to the game being on. But, was an amazing time and I just loved it when they broke out into song! Wish I knew what they were singing. I got a small video of it. After a while, Sarah and Caz showed up and shortly after that, I headed back to the Queue. Apparently, I had been gone for over and hour. It sure didn’t feel like it once I got back there and started freezing again. I stood in line next to these 14 years old who weren’t even wearing coats. They were freezing their little arses off but, they definitely got us to singing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlottechristy Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Then, the moment came that we were let in and I got my front row with Blue, DCDEB, Sariflor, the 14 year olds (smack in the front) with Tootch behind Deb. Blue and I started jumping up and down. I felt like a 12 year old…actually, more like the 14 year olds next to us that were doing the same thing. While waiting for Mika, we got to enjoy Richard/ Andy/Mika’s cameraman. He pretty much kept us entertained. I kept taking pictures of him and he kept wanting to see them. So, after each click, he was checking himself out. Got a great picture of him signing the flag. Y’all will love it. He then took pictures, with my camera, of us girls in the front row. He was just too cute. I just love those pics. After about 45 minutes of standing there, Palladium came on. What a great band and I enjoyed every minute of them…especially the adorable keyboard player. Then, the BIG MOMENT…. MIKA! I’ll just never forget seeing his shadow on stage. OMFG!! I just couldn’t believe that he was there…almost right in front of me. He is so amazing. I think I took about 200 pictures and at least half of them turned out incredible. His energy was so amazing. He bounced more on stage than a basketball during the NBA Basketball playoffs. I just don’t know how he kept that energy up during the whole show! At one point though, he almost fell over. If it had been me, I would have been flat on my arse. But, Mika managed to bounce himself out of that too. He did look a little embarrassed though as he went over to Martin and smiled…like “Did you see that?” I was so bummed when Lollipop came on because I knew that the show was almost over. But, I just loved all the confetti; however, I learned it’s best not to sing along or you’ll get a mouthful of confetti. When I got back to the hotel, I found confetti in my bra and shoes. I’m still finding confetti in my suitcase…not sure how it got there but I giggled when I saw it on my dining room floor last night thinking, “How in the world did this make it all the way here from Glasgow?” Then, after Lollipop, there was the Encore. I was even more bummed because the “Over” was becoming official. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlottechristy Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 After a while, we all went outside. I about panicked since there was no room in the front; however, once they moved the van, there was an open space for me. YAY! After about 30 minutes, MIKA finally came out and he started down at the other end of the queue. My first though was, “Oh, please don’t get too cold to make it all the way down here.” I heard John say, “No pictures.” Okay, now, another panic since this is all I wanted. Really, it wasn’t too much to ask for. Then, I saw Wendy give him the petition and him saying, “Oh, yes, the Official Fan Club.” I hope they let us know something soon. Then, I saw DCDeb and Tootch talking to him. Then, before I knew it, he was in front of me. Now, I understand why nobody remembers what they say to him. He’s just so adorable. My conversation was really like blah, blah, blah, blah then Mika saying, “See, I told you guys that the Butterfly Lounge was real.” Then, under my breath, I sweetly asked him for a pic and he turned around, gave his manager all his little goodies and told him that he was taking a picture with me. RIGHT ON!! So, I got my Mika moment. I just remember him putting his arm around me and squeezing me in tightly. At least I think he did...he was very close to me. I mean, I could have turned and just kissed him. I didn't realize how tall I was. LOL So, I looked at the pic and it was cropped very tight. He then took another pic with me and got even closer when a few people said, “Awe.” OMFG!! I think I could have held that position all night. He then told me that he couldn’t believe that I came so far and he thanked me. When he finally said Goodnight, he looked over at me and smiled. What a great way to end the NIGHT!! I'm so happy that I went to Glasgow. I just love the MFC members and MIKA! I miss y'all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Thanks for your reports Charlotte - you deserved the photo - you came the farthest for the gig It was great meeting you as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdeb Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 ahhh how cute are we?!? You are pretty darn cute! Awwww!!! Bless!! Just wait till I upload that video I took at thebreakfast table!! :roftl: Speaking of... I took a video when we were all hanging out in someone's room. Maybe it was kath's MFC HQ? It's on my myspace page, so that whenever I forget what you all sound like, I can play it and hear the voices and see the faces in action! dcdeb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queenie Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Thanks for the review, charlotte!! I love your whole experience. And the confetti in everywhere..it´s normal. actually, i´m still finding confetti in my bags xDD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 You are pretty darn cute! Speaking of... I took a video when we were all hanging out in someone's room. Maybe it was kath's MFC HQ? It's on my myspace page, so that whenever I forget what you all sound like, I can play it and hear the voices and see the faces in action! dcdeb OOOH - must check that out sometime!!! Hopefully it was before I got there!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdeb Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 OOOH - must check that out sometime!!! Hopefully itwas before I got there!!! Nope, sorry, you are there, Missy! Although you aren't speaking, and neither is Mirtilla... but still I don't think I'll forget your voices anyhow! dcdeb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scg Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 brillaint report charlie , im really glad you got your front row position & a photo with mika you deserved it ! did you tell everyone about managing to get in to see the christmas lights being turned on ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdeb Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 I'm so happy that I went to Glasgow. I just love the MFC members and MIKA! I miss y'all. Ditto, ditto and ditto! But I promise I will write up something of my own later tonight or tomorrow, just for posterity And I can't wait to see those Andy/Richard pics! dcdeb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlottechristy Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 No, I haven't made it to Sunday night Diary yet. LOL!! I will later..but, it too was a brilliant experience. brillaint report charlie , im really glad you got your front row position & a photo with mika you deserved it ! did you tell everyone about managing to get in to see the christmas lights being turned on ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 brillaint report charlie , im really glad you got your front row position & a photo with mika you deserved it ! did you tell everyone about managing to get in to see the christmas lights being turned on ? Its about 5.32 into the recording :wub2: :wub2: Oh my life!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoochatootch Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 charlie! so glad you made it home safely (the trip west doesn't seem to be as tiring as going the other way for some reason... ) your report was wonderful! and i have to say that i am excited to see your pics! because i could see them on your camera after you snapped - like i said... i could see your cheeks smiling even from behind! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scg Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Its about 5.32 into the recording :wub2: :wub2: Oh my life!!!! have u finished downloading love today wendi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 have u finished downloading love today wendi I need First Aid after that!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 have u finished downloading love today wendi It is fantastic!!!!!!! Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scg Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 I need First Aid after that!!!! im glad you liked it ! i`ll sort out a copy of everything for you & send it to you in the post god he certainly loves the camera & of course the camera loves him too! theres tons of eye contact in those videos but i just wish i could have kept a steady hand then they would have been better quality Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 I heard John say, “No pictures.” Okay, now, another panic since this is all I wanted. Really, it wasn’t too much to ask for. Then, before I knew it, he was in front of me. Now, I understand why nobody remembers what they say to him. He’s just so adorable. My conversation was really like blah, blah, blah, blah then Mika saying, “See, I told you guys that the Butterfly Lounge was real.” Then, under my breath, I sweetly asked him for a pic and he turned around, gave his manager all his little goodies and told him that he was taking a picture with me. RIGHT ON!! So, I got my Mika moment. I just remember him putting his arm around me and squeezing me in tightly. At least I think he did...he was very close to me. I mean, I could have turned and just kissed him. I didn't realize how tall I was. LOL So, I looked at the pic and it was cropped very tight. He then took another pic with me and got even closer when a few people said, “Awe.” OMFG!! I think I could have held that position all night. He then told me that he couldn’t believe that I came so far and he thanked me. When he finally said Goodnight, he looked over at me and smiled. What a great way to end the NIGHT!! I'm so happy that I went to Glasgow. I just love the MFC members and MIKA! I miss y'all. What a fabulous review. It is such an amazingly uplifting experience isn't it? I bet he wishes he could bottle it. The way he looks at you, it is a gift. Do you know, he didn't do an encore last night? They finished with Lollipop - oh - I should be writing this in the right thread - tough - During Lollyipop I thought 'it's nearly the end' but it WAS the end. But funny that the same Holy Johnny was up on stage (twice) last night, after you'd seen him on Saturday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m9gga Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 OMG!!!! Love Today downloaded and watched! :wub2: The memories come flooding back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scg Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 OMG!!!! Love Today downloaded and watched! :wub2: The memories come flooding back! another happy customer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdeb Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 im glad you liked it ! i`ll sort out a copy of everything for you & send it to you in the post god he certainly loves the camera & of course the camera loves him too! theres tons of eye contact in those videos but i just wish i could have kept a steady hand then they would have been better quality Are you kidding? That Love Today video is awesome! Thanks so much for sharing it! dcdeb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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