CHEVY,
I only know Florida....i think different states have different rules. Because it is not Federally approved it is not covered by insurance or Medicare. It is a cash pay service. From what I gather...you visit an 'approved' physician to obtain your license, then once you have your license you are able to purchase at a medical marijuana dispensary. I hear that you can get it in gummies, liquid to 'vape' , drops. ......the Dental Association in Fla. Is recommending the gummy form....as it seems to have the least possible oral side effects. Let me know what you find out about Oklahoma Laws. Your reservation may have totally different laws, as well.
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Saint,Why do gays make you uncomfortable?Thanks for being honest.
SM,
Freddie was a huge gospel fan, especially Aretha Franklin. The Queen song Somebody To Love is regarded by the group as Freddie's gospel moment. Peter Freestone says it was Freddie's favorite Queen song and one of his favorite to perform. It is always a highlight of Queen concerts. Freddie often talked about Aretha Franklin being his favorite singer. In the interview link I'm posting, he says he would love to hear Aretha sing Somebody To Love and how he could have sung George Micheal's part on their (George and Aretha's)duet I knew You Were Waiting.
Another interesting thing about this interview( it was conducted in 1989, 2 years after Freddie found out he was sick) is to hear the band deflect the question as to why they aren't touring to promote The Miracle album. Freddie admits he's the reason they aren't touring without getting into his health issues. It is interesting to listen to it now knowing what was actually happening at that time and that Freddie has so little time left.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Mdb6Hz8YY0
Freddie was a huge gospel fan, especially Aretha Franklin. The Queen song Somebody To Love is regarded by the group as Freddie's gospel moment. Peter Freestone says it was Freddie's favorite Queen song and one of his favorite to perform. It is always a highlight of Queen concerts. Freddie often talked about Aretha Franklin being his favorite singer. In the interview link I'm posting, he says he would love to hear Aretha sing Somebody To Love and how he could have sung George Micheal's part on their (George and Aretha's)duet I knew You Were Waiting.
Another interesting thing about this interview( it was conducted in 1989, 2 years after Freddie found out he was sick) is to hear the band deflect the question as to why they aren't touring to promote The Miracle album. Freddie admits he's the reason they aren't touring without getting into his health issues. It is interesting to listen to it now knowing what was actually happening at that time and that Freddie has so little time left.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Mdb6Hz8YY0
Thanks blenko will do.
Hey Thor,
Thanks for your answer about the memorable places in NYC.
I think it often takes being asked questions to elicit memories. Since we don’t usually ask ourselves questions, we feel like we are forgetting. It’s surprising how well we can access memories when we begin to think about specifics.
Did you ever find that one of your “Freddie memories” was different than Lee’s? I’m always amazed when I talk to my husband about something that happened a while back and he remembers things that I never even noticed and vice versa. I would imagine as a nurse you had to constantly be observant of small details and subtle changes you might see with patients. Do you think that kind of training helped you be a more observant person in general?
(Some years ago I was watching a mini-series with my husband set in Medieval times. One of the main characters was missing an arm, something I did not notice until a few episodes in, much to my husband's COMPLETE amazement...nursing might not have been a good career field for me to have entered. LOL. )
Thanks for your answer about the memorable places in NYC.
I think it often takes being asked questions to elicit memories. Since we don’t usually ask ourselves questions, we feel like we are forgetting. It’s surprising how well we can access memories when we begin to think about specifics.
Did you ever find that one of your “Freddie memories” was different than Lee’s? I’m always amazed when I talk to my husband about something that happened a while back and he remembers things that I never even noticed and vice versa. I would imagine as a nurse you had to constantly be observant of small details and subtle changes you might see with patients. Do you think that kind of training helped you be a more observant person in general?
(Some years ago I was watching a mini-series with my husband set in Medieval times. One of the main characters was missing an arm, something I did not notice until a few episodes in, much to my husband's COMPLETE amazement...nursing might not have been a good career field for me to have entered. LOL. )
CHEVYMAN wrote:
Saint,Why do gays make you uncomfortable?Thanks for being honest.
Xenophobia?
It is 12:30 AM and i need to go to work tomorrow. I will likely comment more tomorrow, although I have no idea what I will say.
SM,
Loved hearing about the Freddie fans and how Jim insisted on keeping some of the notes that were left behind at the Garden Lodge wall. That says a lot about how much Freddie meant to him...I hope rereading those notes brought him some comfort. Thanks so much for sharing.
By the way….when you used the expression “flaking out” I wasn’t sure what you meant and had to look it up! I live in the US and would use “flaking out” to mean someone was acting strangely all of a sudden. I always enjoy learning new words and expressions. I had never heard the word “chuffed” before I came to this site.
Many years ago I had a student teacher who was from England. She was attending a local university and was placed in my 3rd grade classroom. One day she was getting the kids ready for a whole-group lesson…standing in front of the class with the kids seated at their desks, she said something to the effect of “Boys and girls, could you please take out your rubbers?” I wanted to burst out laughing. (Of course I didn’t). Not something one typically hears in a elementary Catholic school classroom! :)
Loved hearing about the Freddie fans and how Jim insisted on keeping some of the notes that were left behind at the Garden Lodge wall. That says a lot about how much Freddie meant to him...I hope rereading those notes brought him some comfort. Thanks so much for sharing.
By the way….when you used the expression “flaking out” I wasn’t sure what you meant and had to look it up! I live in the US and would use “flaking out” to mean someone was acting strangely all of a sudden. I always enjoy learning new words and expressions. I had never heard the word “chuffed” before I came to this site.
Many years ago I had a student teacher who was from England. She was attending a local university and was placed in my 3rd grade classroom. One day she was getting the kids ready for a whole-group lesson…standing in front of the class with the kids seated at their desks, she said something to the effect of “Boys and girls, could you please take out your rubbers?” I wanted to burst out laughing. (Of course I didn’t). Not something one typically hears in a elementary Catholic school classroom! :)
@Rainbow61, yes, Thor “sent” me to my very 1st gay bar, a leather bar, Ty’s, in the West Village last month! It feels like eons ago. It was a very memorable night in the Village. My GFs and I had an absolute blast, even though it wasn’t perfectly smooth. BTW, Thor, I got approved by my employer to attend a conference in suburban NJ in June. If my BF can get his time-off request approved, he agrees to join me in NYC, after the conference is over, and accompany me back to Ty’s. Last month, I had ordered a vodka tonic in Freddie’s honor, but I had completely forgotten to raise my glass – I mean, a Ty’s mug – to him. I HAVE to go back to complete the act, but I don’t want to go back as a solo female. I’m ready for the Freddie in NY Tour, Part Deux! I’d like to check out and take photos of the former Anvil, Freddie’s co-op, etc. Of course, Marie’s Crisis is No. 1 on the agenda! What song(s) do you normally request @ Marie’s?
BTW, I’m sorry I ever referred to you as “Thor Bear.” It’s because you’re > 50, tall and have broad shoulders. It’s not about your BMI or chest hair. It was meant in jest and online affection. Also, I dwarf in comparison to you, like how Brian May towers over the late Jer Bulsara in photos. I hope I’m taller than Mrs. Bulsara, but I have a feeling we’re the same height. I may have to resume daily calcium supplements.
@SM, please don't hold back. We enjoy reading about your times @ Garden Lodge and your acquaintance w/Jim.
@CHEVYMAN, I’m sorry to learn of your PTSD. I’ve encountered so many people who have PTSD, from combat, MVAs, assault, etc. I hope it resolves eventually and that you achieve inner peace.
@Freddienotfreddy and katydyd5, have you ever seen the 1992 tribute concert to Freddie Mercury @ Wembley? I’ve seen it on YouTube. Freddie finally got his gospel choir – on stage. It’s too bad the late Aretha Franklin never performed @ the tribute. I bet Freddie would’ve loved it. I bet SHE would’ve been honored. I wonder if she was even invited to participate? I honestly believe that if he remained alive today, Freddie and Aretha would’ve eventually paired up for a collaboration. He certainly left a lot to the imagination as to where his artistry would’ve taken him in the past 27 years.
Well, good night/day, fellow insomniacs. It’s almost 2:30 AM, EST, and I have to work tomorrow - today. QZ is my secret, late-night/early AM pleasure!
BTW, I’m sorry I ever referred to you as “Thor Bear.” It’s because you’re > 50, tall and have broad shoulders. It’s not about your BMI or chest hair. It was meant in jest and online affection. Also, I dwarf in comparison to you, like how Brian May towers over the late Jer Bulsara in photos. I hope I’m taller than Mrs. Bulsara, but I have a feeling we’re the same height. I may have to resume daily calcium supplements.
@SM, please don't hold back. We enjoy reading about your times @ Garden Lodge and your acquaintance w/Jim.
@CHEVYMAN, I’m sorry to learn of your PTSD. I’ve encountered so many people who have PTSD, from combat, MVAs, assault, etc. I hope it resolves eventually and that you achieve inner peace.
@Freddienotfreddy and katydyd5, have you ever seen the 1992 tribute concert to Freddie Mercury @ Wembley? I’ve seen it on YouTube. Freddie finally got his gospel choir – on stage. It’s too bad the late Aretha Franklin never performed @ the tribute. I bet Freddie would’ve loved it. I bet SHE would’ve been honored. I wonder if she was even invited to participate? I honestly believe that if he remained alive today, Freddie and Aretha would’ve eventually paired up for a collaboration. He certainly left a lot to the imagination as to where his artistry would’ve taken him in the past 27 years.
Well, good night/day, fellow insomniacs. It’s almost 2:30 AM, EST, and I have to work tomorrow - today. QZ is my secret, late-night/early AM pleasure!
Freddienotfreddy:. l absolutely agree that Oscar certainly did very well for himself when Freddie adopted him, and I know that Freddie made certain that all of his cats had the best possible life, and loved them all dearly, I was just saying, if anybody wanted to take my _MY_ baby (my Mitzy Munchkin) away from me, they're in for a heck of a fight! :-)
I was being partially flippant, but Tony Bastin cannot have been nearly devoted enough to this beautiful red tabby gentleman.
Can you tell I'm besotted by cats? Had them all my life.
Little Freddie (my figuarts figure) is scheduled to arrive today! I feel like an expectant mother! :-)
Have a good day, peeps!
I was being partially flippant, but Tony Bastin cannot have been nearly devoted enough to this beautiful red tabby gentleman.
Can you tell I'm besotted by cats? Had them all my life.
Little Freddie (my figuarts figure) is scheduled to arrive today! I feel like an expectant mother! :-)
Have a good day, peeps!
Emdee hi yes I was referring to that back story . It's nice to know that it is likely genuine
Thank you Shaun for replying , I'm really grateful. It's lovely to hear how he kept some of the cards from fans . He feel he really appreciated them . I wish more people knew how wonderfully humble and kind he was .
Shaun where in the UK are you ?
Love the ,rubber, story . We call them erasers now , rubber is what we called them years ago as obviously rubber is something else entirely these days lol.
I wish I could flake out today as im.so tired
I struggle to.sleep and I use something over the counter called sominex. The use of cannabis is something constantly in the press here as it is proven to help with certain conditions. It can only be bought in certain forms here in liquid I believe .
Thank you Shaun for replying , I'm really grateful. It's lovely to hear how he kept some of the cards from fans . He feel he really appreciated them . I wish more people knew how wonderfully humble and kind he was .
Shaun where in the UK are you ?
Love the ,rubber, story . We call them erasers now , rubber is what we called them years ago as obviously rubber is something else entirely these days lol.
I wish I could flake out today as im.so tired
I struggle to.sleep and I use something over the counter called sominex. The use of cannabis is something constantly in the press here as it is proven to help with certain conditions. It can only be bought in certain forms here in liquid I believe .
Jo T,
I've only seen parts of the tribute concert, not really sure why I have never watched it in it's entirety. The part I have seen is George Michael performing Somebody To Love. I feel he did a great job with it.
It's funny you that you wonder if Aretha Franklin was asked to perform. In Jim's book he also questions why/if certain performers that Freddie admired or was close with weren't invited (to his knowledge) to perform.
I've only seen parts of the tribute concert, not really sure why I have never watched it in it's entirety. The part I have seen is George Michael performing Somebody To Love. I feel he did a great job with it.
It's funny you that you wonder if Aretha Franklin was asked to perform. In Jim's book he also questions why/if certain performers that Freddie admired or was close with weren't invited (to his knowledge) to perform.
Jo T,
I meant to add that while I feel George Michael did a good job, Aretha Franklin performing Somebody To Love with a full choir would have phenomenal!
I meant to add that while I feel George Michael did a good job, Aretha Franklin performing Somebody To Love with a full choir would have phenomenal!
I am the proud owner of a Rockin' Lovely Boy!
He insisted on serenading me as soon as I'd unpacked him (after a good stretch!- Royal Mail want up to his usual Business Class standard of travel !)
Here he is my Little Freddie! ........
He insisted on serenading me as soon as I'd unpacked him (after a good stretch!- Royal Mail want up to his usual Business Class standard of travel !)
Here he is my Little Freddie! ........
FreddieDarling....
That's quite a catch!!!! I'm totally envious...but you would give him a better home than I. If I had him....my granddaughter would Certainly steal him from me.....and since I can deny her nothing......oh well..Maybe someday, oneday!!
What does he sing???
ENJOY!!
That's quite a catch!!!! I'm totally envious...but you would give him a better home than I. If I had him....my granddaughter would Certainly steal him from me.....and since I can deny her nothing......oh well..Maybe someday, oneday!!
What does he sing???
ENJOY!!
FreddieDarling, I love that Freddie figure! You are a lucky lady.
I like knowing that Jim saved the cards too. Freddie meant so much to so many.
I've seen bits and pieces of the Tribute Concert. For whatever reason I can't bring myself to watch the whole thing. I could be way off on this, but wasn't Aretha afraid to fly?
I like knowing that Jim saved the cards too. Freddie meant so much to so many.
I've seen bits and pieces of the Tribute Concert. For whatever reason I can't bring myself to watch the whole thing. I could be way off on this, but wasn't Aretha afraid to fly?