When I went to school in 1992.And through the late 80s.Oklahoma still is set in there ways on alot of things though it's a small state.
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Villers, My family would have flipped.In my culture it's important for a Indian woman to have a son and vice versa to carry on the family name do you think maybe Freddie felt those pressures as well.
Ha, can you imagine the pressure
Being a gay male and the end of a family name? I heard he didn't have male cousins on his father's side (no clue if that's true btw) but he dropped the Bulsara name anyway, so I can't picture his parents being thrilled lol. Poor guy
Being a gay male and the end of a family name? I heard he didn't have male cousins on his father's side (no clue if that's true btw) but he dropped the Bulsara name anyway, so I can't picture his parents being thrilled lol. Poor guy
Makes me sad
ok so the bible belt is made up of lots of deeply religous people. That makes since why the video wouldn't have been well received.
again I have no problem with anyone of deep religous beliefs but for me its a no no
again I have no problem with anyone of deep religous beliefs but for me its a no no
Hi again everyone. I’d just like to say that despite failing miserably at being an active participant in this thread, I’m still reading it and appreciate all the insights you lovely people provide on a regular basis (though it’s sometimes hard to keep track of all the conversations going on at the same time). I’ve been thinking about something lately, and want to share before I (probably) return to my lurking ways.
I remember being about 11 and obsessing over not only Queen’s music, but Freddie in particular. I don’t know what drew me to him on such a personal level, but I was completely in awe. I read everything about him I could find and watched every interview I could get my hands on (I don’t even know where I got them, since youtube didn’t exist yet) - in fact, watching his interviews played a big part in helping me learn English. That, and chatting to people on Queenzone. I’d also watch the Live at Wembley vhs tape every morning before school (I got the tape from a man in his 60s whom I met online and then met up with in an alley for the exchange. Nothing bad happened, but boy does it give me the creeps now). But most of all I remember feeling an intense sense of loss and the many nights I spent crying over Freddie’s passing, which at the time seemed like a lifetime ago. I’ve never mourned for someone so hard before or after, including the relatives that have passed since then. I don’t quite know how to feel about this, but it is the truth. Time went by and I eventually moved on, only to find my fascination and affection for him return in full swing a few years ago. It seems that he has left a permanent mark on me despite dying the same year I was born.
It’s amazing that all these years later people of all generations and from all over the world, each with their own unique personal story and connection to Freddie, have crossed paths on this forum and are able to share their experiences thanks to this particular moment in history that we live in. Not only fans, but people who knew Freddie personally, are communicating on an equal footing, brought together by the great man 27 years after his death. This would absolutely blow my 11-year-old mind and it’s blowing my mind now.
It’s difficult for me to put what I’m feeling into words as eloquently as I would like to, and I must admit it sounds quite banal now that I’ve written it down. Still, I hope I’ve been making at least some sense, and that it will help remind us to appreciate how special what we have here really is.
I remember being about 11 and obsessing over not only Queen’s music, but Freddie in particular. I don’t know what drew me to him on such a personal level, but I was completely in awe. I read everything about him I could find and watched every interview I could get my hands on (I don’t even know where I got them, since youtube didn’t exist yet) - in fact, watching his interviews played a big part in helping me learn English. That, and chatting to people on Queenzone. I’d also watch the Live at Wembley vhs tape every morning before school (I got the tape from a man in his 60s whom I met online and then met up with in an alley for the exchange. Nothing bad happened, but boy does it give me the creeps now). But most of all I remember feeling an intense sense of loss and the many nights I spent crying over Freddie’s passing, which at the time seemed like a lifetime ago. I’ve never mourned for someone so hard before or after, including the relatives that have passed since then. I don’t quite know how to feel about this, but it is the truth. Time went by and I eventually moved on, only to find my fascination and affection for him return in full swing a few years ago. It seems that he has left a permanent mark on me despite dying the same year I was born.
It’s amazing that all these years later people of all generations and from all over the world, each with their own unique personal story and connection to Freddie, have crossed paths on this forum and are able to share their experiences thanks to this particular moment in history that we live in. Not only fans, but people who knew Freddie personally, are communicating on an equal footing, brought together by the great man 27 years after his death. This would absolutely blow my 11-year-old mind and it’s blowing my mind now.
It’s difficult for me to put what I’m feeling into words as eloquently as I would like to, and I must admit it sounds quite banal now that I’ve written it down. Still, I hope I’ve been making at least some sense, and that it will help remind us to appreciate how special what we have here really is.
Brava....Koala!!
Very well put!!!!!! I could add so much to what you wrote......about how Freddie has been with me since I first heard him in early 70's!!!!! I will post more later....but I'm nursing my two sick grandbabies at the moment and they want ALL of my attention!! But I feel your post so deeply......and soo similarly!!!
Keep posting Koala!!
Very well put!!!!!! I could add so much to what you wrote......about how Freddie has been with me since I first heard him in early 70's!!!!! I will post more later....but I'm nursing my two sick grandbabies at the moment and they want ALL of my attention!! But I feel your post so deeply......and soo similarly!!!
Keep posting Koala!!
Doughnut, now do you understand why things were so hard for me I just felt comfortable enough to share that with you and I usually dont.So I know what Freddie might have felt .
The most enjoyable part of this forum is hearing everyone ‘s stories. They are all so unique. It really is incredible how one person can connect so many different people from all walks of life.
Well said koala!
Well said koala!
koala...beautifully put. Thanks for so eloquently describing how many on this site feel.
I really like Brian May. I am impressed that his talents go far beyond music...that he follows his passions with stereo photography and astronomy. I don’t think he does any of this for the money (books, movie, Queen + tours). I’m not his accountant….but I am fairly certain he would qualify as “rich” and does not need to work.
I especially admire that he works tirelessly on behalf of animal rights in England and that he is also concerned about the current state of politics and is willing to speak up about it. Many people have causes that matter to them, but they just pay lip service…he actually does something about those causes. Bravo!
Comparing Brian May and Paul Prenter in terms of trustworthiness…sorry, but I couldn’t disagree more.
I especially admire that he works tirelessly on behalf of animal rights in England and that he is also concerned about the current state of politics and is willing to speak up about it. Many people have causes that matter to them, but they just pay lip service…he actually does something about those causes. Bravo!
Comparing Brian May and Paul Prenter in terms of trustworthiness…sorry, but I couldn’t disagree more.
Oh I'm gonna keep my mouth shut on this one but holy moly is that not the case lol
Where did that even come from? Comparing Brian and Paul. Did I miss something here?
I think it's a healthy balance to agree to disagree at times how else would these sites work if everyone agreed right.What I meant by my text was a person can be filthy rich and always want more.Its not always about money it can be fueled by jealousy ,anger, or just because a person is a person is a asswhole.Do I know the reason no unfortunately I just call it as I see it .I may not get a popular vote but at least I'm not boring right.John Deacon was a smart man no Brian he wasnt fragile he just didnt want to join the circus but if you need a bearded lady I know were you can get one not really .A five o'clock shadow for sure lol.
Chevyman trust me you are far from being alone in that thought. Jealousy and greed plays a major role in this situation. It's blatantly clear.