Journey To The Cure 7/19/08 REPORT

[Don]

more prom pix please!

My body is completely rejecting the idea that I can stay up any longer, so unfortunately I'll have to post most of them tomorrow... I did get some good ones, and Rhi, thanks for holding off until I could upload them. I'll get it done tomorrow.

However, Cyndy, we thought of you when we saw this place after leaving a train stop in Chicago, and I just had to get a pic... haha!



I didn't realize you were an entrepreneur!

Forget Atkins, I see what I want for my new diet plan!

[Since 78]

Here are some more pictures. I guess I went a little crazy with my camera, because I have a lot more if anyone is interested.

Yes Please!!

[Journey Mom]

Here are some more. Kevin's band is amazing. His lead guitarist will knock your socks off.

[Rip Rokken]

Big Shout Out to Rip! Thanks for the review, it was better than anything I could have written. It was TRULY a pleasure to meet you and Rhiannon and Renee. You guys are AWESOME and looked absolutely incredible.

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for all Rip's help in set up and load in. Butch says thanks as well! We want you as our on site manager next time!

Hey, count me in! You two went ALL OUT on this, and I was incredibly impressed at the love and quality that you both put into this event. I'm REALLY looking forward to the next one! Please tell Butch I said hello and thanks, also!

[stevew2]

Big Shout Out to Rip! Thanks for the review, it was better than anything I could have written. It was TRULY a pleasure to meet you and Rhiannon and Renee. You guys are AWESOME and looked absolutely incredible.

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for all Rip's help in set up and load in. Butch says thanks as well! We want you as our on site manager next time!

Hey, count me in! You two went ALL OUT on this, and I was incredibly impressed at the love and quality that you both put into this event. I'm REALLY looking forward to the next one! Please tell Butch I said hello and thanks, also!

That was not the same women I saw you with at the last Journey concert ,thats your deal but you can tell "us"

[Journey Mom]

Last ones for tonight. It's 1:00 a.m., and I'm tired.

[Since 78]

Thanks for all the Pics guys!! I wish they would do something like this on the west coast!! Maybe next year Ill make the trip!!

[Don]

Thanks Journey Mom, it is very Appreciated.

[Rip Rokken]

Rip's done a fine job on the extended review of the musical portion (though he did slip Dokken in there, apropos of nothing), so I won't rehash.

Hey, what can I say? I was there for both! Hahahahaha...

Rip's tux indeed lived up the advance PR. Smile

We DID have a great time; smashing success for JTTC. Back to t shirts and jeans for next weekend's Texas road trip, though, thank goodness.

Aww, thanks, and you looked stunning! I was actually planning on asking you if you wanted to dance later on, but everyone was completely glued to the performance and forgot to dance, I think! We'll see ya in Dallas next week, though! Maybe we can slam dance in the mosh pit during "Chain Reaction"!

[bluejeangirl76]

However, Cyndy, we thought of you when we saw this place after leaving a train stop in Chicago, and I just had to get a pic... haha!



I didn't realize you were an entrepreneur!

Not "we". THEY.
I told them that was just wrong and they told me to STFU and get out of the way so Rip could take a pic. ROFL!!

[Red13JoePa]

You know I thought long and hard about going to this event, but I am not sure I could face Steve Augeri.

I was one of his biggest backers, but after I heard everything and realized tape was being used I was pretty harsh.

I don't know if I could look him in the eye.

What a post, good for you Stu.

Some did the same shit but now act like they're Augeri's biggest supporter again because it's yet ANOTHER bully pulpit from which to blaze away at the band.

[Rip Rokken]

However, Cyndy, we thought of you when we saw this place after leaving a train stop in Chicago, and I just had to get a pic... haha!

Not "we". THEY.
I told them that was just wrong and they told me to STFU and get out of the way so Rip could take a pic. ROFL!!

Ok, then I must also defer and place the blame completely on Rhi... haha! I was like the walking dead and was just doing as I was told. I never even saw the place until it was pointed out to me...

[Rip Rokken]

What a post, good for you Stu.

Some did the same shit but now act like they're Augeri's biggest supporter again because it's yet ANOTHER bully pulpit from which to blaze away at the band.

I didn't hear any bashing of the Journey band members at the event, and haven't noticed any in this thread, either (though I may have missed a post or two catching up). Trust me, we had plenty of other things to talk about. I've always been a huge Augeri fan, and was there to support a great cause and an artist I like. Look, I know this is a free board and all, but I would like to ask people to please just give us a thread where we can talk about the great time we had, and the excellent job Steve did without turning it into the usual war -- a million other threads like that already. At least give the event the respect it deserves by leaving the negative posts out -- they put a great deal of hard work into making it happen, and I can't wait to attend next year as well.

[Michigan Girl]

Wow, Rip!! You were with a group of hotties there. Great looking group.

Everybody looked soooo perty....but I see no shoes, what's up with that?

[marco17]

Glad to hear that everyone had a great time and that the music was awesome. Nice to see SA out and about singing again. Hopefully, this is just the beginning.

[Crazy4Ross]

The JTTC Event was just plain awesome! Kudos to Val and the entire organization for a wonderful night! I had the pleasure of being seated at the same table as Rip, Rhi and Blue Jean Girl. It was nice meeting you all! The entertainment was great. It was my first time being able to hear Kevin Chalfant in person and I was absolutely blown away. That guy has a great set of pipes! His band was pretty awesome too!

The highlight of the night was being able to see Steve Augeri gracing the stage again. His performance was spectacular! Loved the acustic set he did. Kiss Me Softly was very moving. Vocals were perfect. The rockers were great as well. Steve made sure anyone who wanted an autograph and picture got one!

Marty should have some wonderful pictures and I will post some later as well. (Time to get back to reality and work! )

Again, Kudos to Dr. Val and the JTTC team! They do some pretty wonderful work! Please support this great cause!

Barb
Crazy4Ross

[Rhiannon]

Not "we". THEY.
I told them that was just wrong and they told me to STFU and get out of the way so Rip could take a pic. ROFL!!

Ok, then I must also defer and place the blame completely on Rhi... haha! I was like the walking dead and was just doing as I was told. I never even saw the place until it was pointed out to me...

Guilty as charged.

[Rhiannon]

I guess maybe now I can take the time to say how wonderful Saturday night was. Val, Butch, and everyone involved with putting the event together with the JttC did an absolutely beautiful job. I really enjoyed seeing some familiar faces, Teresa, Debbie, Barb, Linda... you are all sweethearts! It was nice to meet some new faces. I think the Joy Basket program the JttC does is one of the most touching things I've seen, so thoughtful and warm. The entertainment was certainly enjoyable, as well. I can't wait for the next Sparkle Tie Ball! I could definitely make a yearly tradition out of a night like that.

[Luvsaugeri]

I just wanted to say as well that it was great meeting Rhi, Rip and BJG. It's too bad we didn't have more time to chat and get to know each other. Next time. It was also great seeing so many old friends as well.....it was like a big family reunion!!

And Val I couldn't agree with you more about the A's. It truly is an honor to know them. And I feel the same way about you and Butch as well!! Love you!

[journeypower]

Wow, Rip!! You were with a group of hotties there. Great looking group.

Everybody looked soooo perty....but I see no shoes, what's up with that?

damn Rhi, nice dress !

[DrFU]

Wow, Rip!! You were with a group of hotties there. Great looking group.


Everybody looked soooo perty....but I see no shoes, what's up with that?

Here ya go, MG...



The ones on the right are Maria's; pretty fab! Teresa had some great ones on too, but her long gown hid them in all the pics I have.

[Rhiannon]

Linda, you reminded me of Princess Jasmine.



PS, Kelly, it was great to meet you as well! You are a doll!

[DrFU]

The JTTC Event was just plain awesome! Kudos to Val and the entire organization for a wonderful night! I had the pleasure of being seated at the same table as Rip, Rhi and Blue Jean Girl. It was nice meeting you all! The entertainment was great. It was my first time being able to hear Kevin Chalfant in person and I was absolutely blown away. That guy has a great set of pipes! His band was pretty awesome too!

The highlight of the night was being able to see Steve Augeri gracing the stage again. His performance was spectacular! Loved the acustic set he did. Kiss Me Softly was very moving. Vocals were perfect. The rockers were great as well. Steve made sure anyone who wanted an autograph and picture got one!

Marty should have some wonderful pictures and I will post some later as well. (Time to get back to reality and work! )

Again, Kudos to Dr. Val and the JTTC team! They do some pretty wonderful work! Please support this great cause!

Barb
Crazy4Ross

The "A List" table...



Good to see you Barb; almost time to pack for Dallas...

[Red13JoePa]

What a post, good for you Stu.

Some did the same shit but now act like they're Augeri's biggest supporter again because it's yet ANOTHER bully pulpit from which to blaze away at the band.

I didn't hear any bashing of the Journey band members at the event, and haven't noticed any in this thread, either (though I may have missed a post or two catching up). Trust me, we had plenty of other things to talk about. I've always been a huge Augeri fan, and was there to support a great cause and an artist I like. Look, I know this is a free board and all, but I would like to ask people to please just give us a thread where we can talk about the great time we had, and the excellent job Steve did without turning it into the usual war -- a million other threads like that already. At least give the event the respect it deserves by leaving the negative posts out -- they put a great deal of hard work into making it happen, and I can't wait to attend next year as well.

I saw a pretty classy, responisibility-taking post by RVR and am saluting him for it no lecture needed.

[DrFU]

Linda, you reminded me of Princess Jasmine.


PS, Kelly, it was great to meet you as well! You are a doll!

Thanks Rhi; you're very sweet. The guy's definitely a prince anyway...

[DrFU]

I was actually planning on asking you if you wanted to dance later on, but everyone was completely glued to the performance and forgot to dance, I think! We'll see ya in Dallas next week, though! Maybe we can slam dance in the mosh pit during "Chain Reaction"!

Thanks, Rip; slip n slide will probably be more like it...that Dallas venue is pit & is gonna be hotter than the hinges of hell.

Off to catch a plane back to reality...

[Rhiannon]

The guy's definitely a prince anyway...

Indeed he is. He and Lydia are two fine people. Humble and down-to-earth most of all. Have a safe flight home... we'll see you this weekend.

[Amanda]

The "A List" table...



Good to see you Barb; almost time to pack for Dallas...

The A-List table my arse - you weren't the table that won 14 of the Chinese auction baskets

What a great time - everybody's pretty much said what can be said - can't wait for next year!

[mistiejourney]

That whole deal was retarded, Journey will never be the same to me again, how did Augeri sound? thats what i want to know

He sounded amazing!! Apparently his "incurrable throat virus" has been cured!! Maybe that is the majic that Rip was speaking about!!

He did an accoustic set.......a set with the band and also sang with Kevin Chalfant. No problem hitting any hight notes!!!

YES!!!!!!!!!!! Great to hear! (no pun intended! )

[Rip Rokken]

The JTTC Event was just plain awesome! Kudos to Val and the entire organization for a wonderful night! I had the pleasure of being seated at the same table as Rip, Rhi and Blue Jean Girl. It was nice meeting you all! The entertainment was great. It was my first time being able to hear Kevin Chalfant in person and I was absolutely blown away. That guy has a great set of pipes! His band was pretty awesome too!

The highlight of the night was being able to see Steve Augeri gracing the stage again. His performance was spectacular! Loved the acustic set he did. Kiss Me Softly was very moving. Vocals were perfect. The rockers were great as well. Steve made sure anyone who wanted an autograph and picture got one!

Marty should have some wonderful pictures and I will post some later as well. (Time to get back to reality and work! )

Again, Kudos to Dr. Val and the JTTC team! They do some pretty wonderful work! Please support this great cause!

Barb
Crazy4Ross

Hey, Barb! I believe you were seated next to Rhi and across the table for me, and I wish we'd had more time to talk. Unfortunately we weren't able to stay very long afterwards, and hope I at least got to say goodbye to everyone. Great meeting you, and looking forward to seeing you next year!