How Michael has impacted my life........(Contest for Signed CD) - Michael Bolton2024-03-29T15:57:32Zhttp://blog.michaelbolton.com/forum/topics/how-michael-has-impacted-my?commentId=4960343%3AComment%3A37493&feed=yes&xn_auth=noHello dear Sylvie,I think I c…tag:blog.michaelbolton.com,2012-05-16:4960343:Comment:2084292012-05-16T06:06:16.547ZErika C. L.http://blog.michaelbolton.com/profile/Erika
<p>Hello dear Sylvie,<br></br>I think I can go to Hartford. However I go to Connecticut for work, my aunt goes there at the concert for sure! I'll do anything.<br></br>You know darling I'm considering the opportunity to relocate to Connecticut.<br></br>I probably have a job as research assistant in psychology at Stanford University for recent graduates.<br></br>It would be a good opportunity. I have yet many things to consider.<br></br>But it would be a way to follow more Michael!<br></br>Who knows! For the moment I…</p>
<p>Hello dear Sylvie,<br/>I think I can go to Hartford. However I go to Connecticut for work, my aunt goes there at the concert for sure! I'll do anything.<br/>You know darling I'm considering the opportunity to relocate to Connecticut.<br/>I probably have a job as research assistant in psychology at Stanford University for recent graduates.<br/>It would be a good opportunity. I have yet many things to consider.<br/>But it would be a way to follow more Michael!<br/>Who knows! For the moment I pray that the trip goes well.<br/>Do I think that there is Michael at the airport waiting for me! So pass me the fear!<br/>Thanks again darling!<br/>Take care of yourself.<br/>Erika.</p> Hi Erika, well lucky you goin…tag:blog.michaelbolton.com,2012-05-15:4960343:Comment:2085692012-05-15T19:45:20.041Zsylvie boisverthttp://blog.michaelbolton.com/profile/sylvieboisvert
<p>Hi Erika, well lucky you going to see Michael and enjoy your time with your aunt! You are going to the charity event, right? Oh my dear, I know exactly how you feel about taking the plane by yourself, but you have to remind yourself of what's waiting for you at the other end! lol Take care my sweet friend and enjoy your time thoroughly, God bless. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada <3</p>
<p>Hi Erika, well lucky you going to see Michael and enjoy your time with your aunt! You are going to the charity event, right? Oh my dear, I know exactly how you feel about taking the plane by yourself, but you have to remind yourself of what's waiting for you at the other end! lol Take care my sweet friend and enjoy your time thoroughly, God bless. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada <3</p> Thanks you are a true treasur…tag:blog.michaelbolton.com,2012-05-15:4960343:Comment:2085092012-05-15T18:26:21.154ZErika C. L.http://blog.michaelbolton.com/profile/Erika
<p>Thanks you are a true treasure of friend Sylvie.<br/>I will never forget the joy I felt in knowing all of you.<br/>I dream to meet you all because our Michael brings people together. It is said that this does not happen soon.<br/>In a couple of weeks I leave for Connecticut. I am a little upset when I take the plane. We hope all is well.<br/>I embrace you with affection!<br/>Erika.</p>
<p>Ps: I would be very happy if Michael reads it.</p>
<p>Thanks you are a true treasure of friend Sylvie.<br/>I will never forget the joy I felt in knowing all of you.<br/>I dream to meet you all because our Michael brings people together. It is said that this does not happen soon.<br/>In a couple of weeks I leave for Connecticut. I am a little upset when I take the plane. We hope all is well.<br/>I embrace you with affection!<br/>Erika.</p>
<p>Ps: I would be very happy if Michael reads it.</p> OMG Erika, thank you for foll…tag:blog.michaelbolton.com,2012-05-15:4960343:Comment:2083262012-05-15T15:21:51.272Zsylvie boisverthttp://blog.michaelbolton.com/profile/sylvieboisvert
<p>OMG Erika, thank you for following my suggestion! I think WIBOMFA is the best and most inspirational song ever and love to hear stories about how it helped people. Diane Warren apparently wrote it after her father passed away. Michael said that Diane showed him the song and he wanted to record the demo of it. He did it in one take and that's the vocal track they used on the "Soul provider" album. I'm very sorry to hear about your friend, but I'm amazed at how far the pain and the inspiration…</p>
<p>OMG Erika, thank you for following my suggestion! I think WIBOMFA is the best and most inspirational song ever and love to hear stories about how it helped people. Diane Warren apparently wrote it after her father passed away. Michael said that Diane showed him the song and he wanted to record the demo of it. He did it in one take and that's the vocal track they used on the "Soul provider" album. I'm very sorry to hear about your friend, but I'm amazed at how far the pain and the inspiration has taken you... God bless you Erika and thank you so much for sharing your story: I know Michael would love to read it! Take care sweetie. Big warm hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada</p> Hello Tina, my name is Erika,…tag:blog.michaelbolton.com,2012-05-15:4960343:Comment:2084172012-05-15T14:50:39.156ZErika C. L.http://blog.michaelbolton.com/profile/Erika
<p>Hello Tina, my name is Erika, the first time I heard Michael was eleven years old. I was in New Haven home of my favorite aunt named Lynette.<br></br>My aunt is crazy about Michael Bolton and not lost one of his concerts since he was still was with the Blackjack.<br></br>I loved it from the first moment that I heard. I cultivated a true passion for him. I tried to involve my best friend in this passion.<br></br>She unfortunately suffered from anorexia.<br></br>Sadly she died at fifteen years for a heart…</p>
<p>Hello Tina, my name is Erika, the first time I heard Michael was eleven years old. I was in New Haven home of my favorite aunt named Lynette.<br/>My aunt is crazy about Michael Bolton and not lost one of his concerts since he was still was with the Blackjack.<br/>I loved it from the first moment that I heard. I cultivated a true passion for him. I tried to involve my best friend in this passion.<br/>She unfortunately suffered from anorexia.<br/>Sadly she died at fifteen years for a heart attack.<br/>I was depressed and blamed me for not being able to help my best friend. I had stopped eating and sleeping. My parents were worried for me.<br/>Then one day I was at my aunt's house in New Haven. I was sitting on the terrace, wrapped in a blanket and suddenly my aunt has turned on the stereo and I heard these words:</p>
<p>Gonna break these chains around me, Gonna learn to fly again<br/> may be hard, But I'll do it<br/>When I'm back on my feet again<br/>Soon these tears will all be dryin'<br/>Soon these eyes will see the sun<br/>Might take time, But I'll see it<br/>When I'm back on my feet again<br/><br/>And I'm not gonna crawl again<br/>I will learn to stand tall again<br/>No I'm not gonna fall again<br/>Cause I'll learn to be strong</p>
<p>You certainly have understood that the words "Back On My Feet Again." This song was the soundtrack of my rebirth.</p>
<p>Tina Believe me, I rose to my feet and started crying. The words of Michael I have awakened from the torpor of depression and made me stronger. I realized that my best friend was gone, but I was not alone. God is always with me. And my best friend is in God's memory<br/>I also learned that God uses people and especially to help us. Michael helped me to come out from depression and guilt. The message of his songs is hope. The hope that even when everything goes wrong, when we touch the bottom, the bottom of the darkest tunnel, there is always a light. Maybe you see it right away, but there is.<br/>My light was Michael.<br/>Growing up, I also learned that Michael is not only a great artist, but also a generous and compassionate man. A man who cares about women, children and defenseless. A man full of heart that has chosen to give rather than receive.<br/>Then I thought it was a good example for me.<br/>Today at 27 I offer psychological support to girls and victims of violence and girls with eating disorders.<br/>Michael's music is always the best cure. Care of the soul of people.<br/>Thank you Michael!<br/>And thank you Tina for your experience. You are a brave and strong mother.<br/>Take care of yourself always.<br/>Erika.</p> Hi Tom, thank you so much for…tag:blog.michaelbolton.com,2010-09-19:4960343:Comment:386382010-09-19T04:50:03.865Zsylvie boisverthttp://blog.michaelbolton.com/profile/sylvieboisvert
Hi Tom, thank you so much for sharing your story! I’ve read bits and pieces of it on the blogs and on my friend Robin from California’s page. I’m really happy for you and Ashley that you’ve been fortunate enough to attend several concerts and meeting Michael. Hey, if Michael says you’re an awesome dad, well, it takes one to know one! :D But seriously, it takes a very special person to work so hard to make another person feel as close to normal as possible. You haven’t told your whole story here…
Hi Tom, thank you so much for sharing your story! I’ve read bits and pieces of it on the blogs and on my friend Robin from California’s page. I’m really happy for you and Ashley that you’ve been fortunate enough to attend several concerts and meeting Michael. Hey, if Michael says you’re an awesome dad, well, it takes one to know one! :D But seriously, it takes a very special person to work so hard to make another person feel as close to normal as possible. You haven’t told your whole story here Tom, but doing all the things you do every day for Ashley I’m sure will help her become a very sweet, content and caring young woman. I’m really glad you both had such a gratifying meeting with Michael and I’m sure he enjoyed it as much as you both did. Take care Tom and God bless you! Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada Hi Tom,
Wow what a remarkable…tag:blog.michaelbolton.com,2010-09-19:4960343:Comment:386362010-09-19T04:40:27.685ZSylviahttp://blog.michaelbolton.com/profile/Sylvia
Hi Tom,<br />
Wow what a remarkable story, I love hearing how Michael has impacted so many people in so many different ways. An act of kindness goes a long way. She looks very happy in the photo.<br />
I know as parents we want to do everything for our children's happiness, but sometimes we forget is our children who make us the people we are today. What a blessing your daughter has with an "awesome" dad like you.<br />
I wish you and Ashley many blessings on your Michael Bolton crusade.<br />
Thank for letting us…
Hi Tom,<br />
Wow what a remarkable story, I love hearing how Michael has impacted so many people in so many different ways. An act of kindness goes a long way. She looks very happy in the photo.<br />
I know as parents we want to do everything for our children's happiness, but sometimes we forget is our children who make us the people we are today. What a blessing your daughter has with an "awesome" dad like you.<br />
I wish you and Ashley many blessings on your Michael Bolton crusade.<br />
Thank for letting us enter your life by sharing your story here,<br />
Best Wishes, Sylvia fromTexas Hi Everyone I am a single par…tag:blog.michaelbolton.com,2010-09-19:4960343:Comment:386272010-09-19T04:06:53.799ZTom Hayeshttp://blog.michaelbolton.com/profile/TomHayes
Hi Everyone I am a single parent dad of a quadriplegic 19 year old daughter and I am 67 years old and starting to get tired. It really is hard trying to do everything for my daughter and also making sure that she enjoys her life as much as possible, which is hard because she really is not included by most young folks her age at all. I am now retired and on social security and we have just enough income that we will not starve. A couple of years ago I asked her what she wanted to do more than…
Hi Everyone I am a single parent dad of a quadriplegic 19 year old daughter and I am 67 years old and starting to get tired. It really is hard trying to do everything for my daughter and also making sure that she enjoys her life as much as possible, which is hard because she really is not included by most young folks her age at all. I am now retired and on social security and we have just enough income that we will not starve. A couple of years ago I asked her what she wanted to do more than anything else that was within our income and she told me that she wanted to see Michael Bolton in person so I told her as soon as he came out our way that we would go see him. Well then I ran across that very nice lady, Gail and told her that I was going to take my daughter to see Michael and she was able to get a meet and greet for my daughter. He was sooooo nice to both her and I at our meeting and he actually told Gail that I am an awesome dad and that really made me feel like a special person and made me feel like all the care I have given my daughter for the last 19 years was well rewarded with Michaels kind words. Now both Ashley and I have a real purpose in life and that is to cherish her special friendship that she has with Michael and for that she is finally not sad and depressed about not being normal like other young people. We now center our lives around trying to go to as many Michael Bolton concerts that we can drive to and be able to afford the admission. We have really been blessed so far and it really has made my life easier and better just having connected with Michael Bolton. Michael is a superstar because of his kindness and compassion. We will be seeing him 3 times within the next 10 days and we are so excited. Thank you group for letting us share our love for Michael.<br />
Dad & Ashley Thats why I love this topic,…tag:blog.michaelbolton.com,2010-09-13:4960343:Comment:375732010-09-13T21:48:17.573ZTina Fairhttp://blog.michaelbolton.com/profile/TinaFair
Thats why I love this topic, I love that we help one another, that we learn and that michael know what he has done for all of us. I truly believe it brings us all together even if your story is one of victory, sadness, joy. Lets keep this up so Michael continues to rise above all the rest. Take care everyone......<br />
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And Shannon god bless that you made it through and became a stronger person for this. We can all learn from one another.<br />
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Love,<br />
Tina, USA
Thats why I love this topic, I love that we help one another, that we learn and that michael know what he has done for all of us. I truly believe it brings us all together even if your story is one of victory, sadness, joy. Lets keep this up so Michael continues to rise above all the rest. Take care everyone......<br />
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And Shannon god bless that you made it through and became a stronger person for this. We can all learn from one another.<br />
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Love,<br />
Tina, USA Hi my beautiful Shannon, firs…tag:blog.michaelbolton.com,2010-09-13:4960343:Comment:375532010-09-13T20:57:52.553Zsylvie boisverthttp://blog.michaelbolton.com/profile/sylvieboisvert
Hi my beautiful Shannon, first of all, I applaud you for the courage you’ve had to live through this and second, for choosing to share this with all of us, when you could have simply spoken to Eileen in a personal message. Your story is perfectly fitting for this thread and I do hope it inspires others who have lived or are living through the same thing. Sweetie, no one would blame you for not keeping your composure because I was shaking myself when I sent Eileen a PM last night and I’m sure…
Hi my beautiful Shannon, first of all, I applaud you for the courage you’ve had to live through this and second, for choosing to share this with all of us, when you could have simply spoken to Eileen in a personal message. Your story is perfectly fitting for this thread and I do hope it inspires others who have lived or are living through the same thing. Sweetie, no one would blame you for not keeping your composure because I was shaking myself when I sent Eileen a PM last night and I’m sure you’ll have everybody balling over here! :D God bless you sweetie and thank you so very much for sharing again. Big bear hugs to you, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada xxx