Hello, My name is Franca, it is my pleasure to write to you today. Personally, I saw your profile which really interest me and I choose to communicate with you, I appreciate the friendship, because I believe that a good friend is a gift from God. I am very honest, caring, sensitive, loving, straight forward person. I like honest, sincere, creative mind takes a great transparent personality. I strongly believe in peace and human rights, love art / graffiti, music, films, reading, holidays and etc. In addition, please contact me to know more about you if it is your wish too. You can write an e-mail me through e-mail address francadona1@hotmail.com , I will be happy to answer you with some more pictures of me in correspondence. Hope to hear from you, Franca.
Hi Silvia, I just read your name on my page, telling me you've accepted my friends request, thank you! :D That's one thing this site doesn't tell you: when someone accepts your request. Anyway, I have more messages to respond to so I will wish you a wonderful week! Take care. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
P.S.: in case you don't know, to respond to a message on your page, you just need to click on their name, which will take you to their page.
Hi Silvia, that’s so amazing that you came to Canada, halfway across the world from your home. Well I’m glad you’ve discovered Michael thanks to us! :D It’s really incredible how sometimes, we don’t know how fortunate we are to live in North America, where such fantastic music and singers are a lot more accessible. I’m just so happy we have radio and I’ve been able to follow Michael’s career steadily since the late 80’s. Silvia, so is “Dock of the bay” your favorite song? Mine is “When I’m back on my feet again” that I love more than any other song in the world… I’m very lucky to have had some computer lessons at home but I still need help from my kids too. It will always be a joy to be your friend and read you anytime you come on here sweetie, take care and have a great weekend! Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi again Silvia, thanks for your message. My weekend was busy but uneventful. The weather here changes quickly and dramatically. We had had much cooler days in the past couple of weeks, but had a couple of very hot and sticky ones on the weekend. Good for you spending your weekend at the pool! May I ask how many kids you have? My kids aren’t little any more: they’re 26, 19, 16 and 13. Oh I love SILYBIL too! I think it’s my favorite song Michael wrote,. WIBOMFA makes me cry at times too but I don’t care, I love that song! Oh Silvia, I’m really sorry to hear about your difficulties and I hope you and your husband can find some way to find each other again. Oh yes, I had a fabulous Bday/anniversary celebration, thanks for asking and thanks for your good wishes! Oh, while I think of it, have you heard Michael’s new version of SILYBIL with Agnes Monica?
This version is supposed to be on the deluxe version of “Gems”. Hope you enjoy it!Well sweetie, I have to go and deal with more messages but it was great hearing from you! Take care. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi Silvia, how are you? Well, I hope. Don’t ever worry about delays answering messages sweetie, I’m having trouble keeping up myself. Oh I know how you feel with kids: it’s always something! You hear them say: “ Mom, I’m bored, what can I do?” “Mom, can I do this or can I do that?” “Mom, where’s my…?” etc, and it doesn’t stop when they get older! lolI have 2 girls and 2 boys, in that order. Well, good for your eldest son wanting to become a mechanic! My eldest son wanted to learn about woodworking, maybe carpentry, but now he’s not sure any more. I know most of the people who post on a regular basis on the forum. The Beta site, which means the prototype site was up in March 2010 and the full operational site has been up since May 2010, to coincide with the U.S. release of “One world one love”. I’ve been here since about the end of April 2010. You know Silvia, this is the first fan forum I’ve been able to participate in and it’s just pure joy to share the love and feel the love of others: we really are a community and care about each other, I just love it! About the SILYBIL duet, I love Michael’s part the most. He shows that his voice hasn’t lost anything and is just as gorgeous 17 years after he recorded the original. Do I think this works as a duet? Frankly, not for me I’m sorry to say, because this feels like such a personal song, that Michael could only sing it with someone he loves, you know what I mean? As I’ve said before on the forum, I think I would have liked Agnes singing it more, if she did her own solo version because she does have a pretty voice. I’m sure I’ll warm up to it though, since Michael’s part is just so extraordinary! Well my friend, I’m out of room so I’ll say goodbye for now, hope to hear from you soon but write when you can. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi Silvia, it’s so nice to be greeted so sweetly, thank you for your message! :D I’m sorry I can’t give you any advice on your life situation, but when you need someone to listen, I’m here. :D My eldest daughter had moved to Europe temporarily but she’s back visiting this week so it’s been very nice having her around. I’m really happy for you that your kids are such a source of pride and the ray of sunshine you need. My youngest is quite a character too so I know what you mean! :D Silvia, if it makes you happy, listen to Michael every day and sing with him: it works for me! If you really want to let Michael know how you feel, you have to believe it will happen. Keep hoping he will come back to Portugal and in the meantime, you can write him a letter. Usually, during November, fans get organized to send Christmas cards to Michael that Gail, our moderator sends to his office. If you want to, I’m sure you can include a note or a letter, telling him how you feel, until you get to meet him… :D You need hope for better days right now sweetie so I hope that helps. :D Take care my friend and have a great week. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
P.S.: Here’s a little present for you, to help you dream:
Hi Silvia, oh I’m glad you liked the song sweetie! Isn’t this forum absolutely wonderful? Thank you for your kind words Silvia, it makes me really happy if anything I say can brighten your day! :D Sweetie, remember that you have to keep on believing you’ll meet Michael and it will happen. Okay Silvia, to get the address to send your card, you have to write to Gail, our forum moderator, her E-mail address is boltoninfo@aol.com
Gail is an absolute sweetheart, write to her and tell her that Sylvie from Canada sent you! :D It’s a little early to send Christmas cards, but I’m sure that next month, she’ll start collecting them, so you can take your time and write everything that’s in your heart. 2 years ago, Gail had collected messages from fans on a previous forum and had them all printed out for Michael’s birthday and he posted a message that he had read our messages on the plane so have faith! I’m really sorry to hear that it sounds like your husband betrayed you. I can’t imagine how crushing that would be… I really hope you’d be able to get counciling for your family because that can’t be easy on your children either. Well about Michael’s song “Survivor”, my guess is that he wrote it after his breakup with Nicolette Sheridan. It’s really sad because it seems he really tried to make it work this time, but he feltas if he lost his best friend and that’s what hurt him most… Well, my daughter is here for a couple of months until she goes back to Norway, that’s where her boyfriend is from. She’s staying with friends now but it was wonderful having her here for a while. Oh Silvia, I have great news for you but I’m out of room so I’ll write you another message, hold on! :D Sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi again Silvia, I don't have any details of the release date, but Gail told us that there will be a Portuguese version of "Gems"! On it, you'll have Rita Guerra's duets with Michael of "Over the rainbow" and "Make you feel my love"! I did hear the videos of their duets on YouTube but now you'll have the studio versions on CD! It's going to be interesting because aside from the Portuguese release, there will be a German version, Asian version, Japanese version and South African version, wow! We're all checking where we can buy them all, but lucky you, you'll be able to buy it in store! :D Well sweetie, I hope this warms your heart for a little while. As I've said, I don't know when it'll be available, but check your local music store. Take good care of yourself my friend and have a great week! Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi Silvia, I’m well sweetie and hope you are too, thanks for asking. Well, I haven’t been to a Michael concert lately, but a friend of mine did and she had a fantastic time. Here’s one of her videos:
I don’t know if you enjoy opera, but Michael is singing with the Canadian Tenors on that one. I’m personally a big opera fan and while my friend was seeing Michael, I attended an opera recital and met my favorite soprano and had a wonderful evening! I’m really sorry that you feel you have to keep living a lie, but I do hope that you find some good in all your days to keep you going, one day at a time. Oh Silvia, you’re so sweet! Thank you for your kind words and I’m honored if anything I say can make your life easier in some small way… The tour book you have, is it the 2010-2011 one? I don’t know if you took the time to read it, but there’s a section of it that has fans questions Michael answered and guess what? He answered 2 of mine, unbelieveable! :D Out of 20 pages of questions fans asked, Michael picked 13 questions and 2 were mine! I hope someday to have Michael sign that book… :D How lucky you can wake up to his smiling face! I have pictures of him in my house, although I can’t see him but I don’t care: just knowing they’re there makes me happy. :D Michael is in Asia now and there’s been new videos on YouTube with David Foster & friends and a great article posted.
Hi Silvia, I’m glad you read the message I had posted. I’m slowly catching up by answering messages from oldest to newest, so this is a reply to your Oct 28 message. I’m doing okay, I’ve been keeping busy while without my computer, listened to movies on DVD, made appointments etc so it wasn’t all bad! :D Glad you enjoyed the link. The Canadian Tenors are pleasant to listen to, but they’re what I call “pop-opera” or “popera”. They’re like a Canadian version of Il Divo, but you wouldn’t hear them in actual operas. I’m personally more into “real” operatic singers, although I understand people who are not, it’s a question of taste. My own mom hated it. OMG, “Nessun dorma” takes my breath away! In ’98, I heard Michael sing “Pourquoi me reveiller” live and just sobbed... Keep your dream to meet Michael alive Silvia, it’ll happen. :D Oh I’m glad you got in touch with Gail, she’s an angel. Oh, do let me know if you find a Xmas card. You know, I think that Michael would actually be touched if you bought a special card in Portuguese but translated it for him, it’s a thought. Oh cool you read the tour book: I still can’t believe he answered 2 of my questions, it’s like a dream... About Michael being a vegetarian, his daughter Holly used to have a web site in the late 90’s, where she answered fan questions and she said that they don’t eat meat, but not that many vegys either so I do hope he wised up and is taking better care of himself. I hear he looks it! :D Hope you had a nice visit at your in-laws. My youngest son feels he’s too old to trick-or-treat so he gave out candy with his girlfriend and my eldest son couldn’t think of a half decent costume so Halloween was quiet. I kind of miss the days where I’d make their costumes... :D Oh Silvia, don’t miss out on all the new Australian interviews on the new blogs! Well sweetie I’m out of room so I’ll go for now and respond to your new message when I get there! Take good care of yourself my friend and talk to you soon. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Okay Silvia, just to help you wait for my next message, ;D here’s a song that’s been posted on YouTube recently, but no one knows where it came from. I don’t know if you’re on Facebook, but my friend told me it was posted there first:
There’s no description on YouTube, but it sounds to me like it could have been included on “One world one love” but a friend of mine thinks it might have been a leak to a future album. In any case, we can enjoy it so yay! Why ask questions, right? :D Take care Silvia and have a great weekend! Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hey Silvia, how are you sweetie? I’m pretty good today: I’ve just received my German version of “Duets” and can’t wait to listen to it, as soon as I get off the computer. :D Yes I’ve had computer trouble and I’m quite late in responding to everyone, message filing etc. Maybe one day, I’ll catch up! :D Well I’m glad for you that you did have a nice family time in Spain. Wow, does it get cold in Spain and Portugal? Anyway, I’m sure it felt wonderful to have a nice family day enjoying being together. Sweetie, remember what they say when you get married: for better or for worse and you have to believe that the better will come again. Oh girl, I still believe in Santa Claus so I’ll join you! Lol So, have you decided on making a card for Michael? It’s going to be time to send them soon. I won’t be sending Michael a Christmas card myself, but I might post a message if there’s a blog for it. Speaking of wishes, did you hear that Michael is a grandpa again? His youngest daughter Taryn had a second baby and they announced it yesterday. It’s a little girl named Olivia Gwen. Great taste in names: I also have a daughter named Olivia. :D Have you found the Portuguese “Gems” or “Duets” in stores yet? Do you have on-line stores in Portugal? I’m sure you could ask a salesperson if you could order it. Well, I know we can in Canada. Hmm, you visit Spain, I guess that means you know Spanish? Have you ever heard this song?
OMG, I can’t tell you how much I love this song! I hope you enjoy them! :D Well all right Silvia, I have to sort out laundry, clean my bathroom and listen to Michael so I’m off the computer for now. Have a great rest of the week and enjoy! Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada :D
Hi Silvia, I was checking YouTube to find the studio versions of these songs and only found the live versions so I thought I’d share these memories with you:
Gail posted earlier this week that all versions of “Gems” should be out so good luck finding yours at your local store. Oh, by the way, do you have on-line stores like Amazon in Portugal? Just curious. Well in any case, take good care of yourself Silvia and have a great weekend. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi Silvia, I’m really sorry for the delay responding. I’ve been pretty busy and I like to take the time to respond properly to everyone’s messages. I’m really sorry to hear about the Portuguese “Gems” being delayed, but I want to thank you very much for relaying the info. I’m glad for you if the videos brought back magical memories. You gave your daughter a wonderful gift by passing on the love of music and I know she’ll thank you one day. I wish I could see the look on Michael’s face when he reads your card. I’m sure it’ll warm his heart Silvia! I’m sorry the past little while has been so rough for you, but I truly hope your kids are getting some good out of your husband staying with you all and I wish for your whole family that you can find peace again. Oh yes, “Hear me” is a fabulous song! I love that we can feel how caring Michael is, through his music and i’m just glad he found a way to share that care with so many. Silvia, can you access this page:
If you can, scroll down to where it says “When I’m back on my feet again, piano accompaniment” and click on it. It’s a most gorgeous version of the song and I find it very comforting. You can even download it for free from that page. There are other songs on the page you can also download. It’s my friend’s page and I contributed a bit to it. Let me know if it works for you. Silvia, thank you very much for your kind words, but I want you to know that this is a 2 way street. It makes me feel good if I know that what little I did helped brighten your day. :D I’m running out of àspace so will send you another message. See you in a minute! Take care. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi again Silvia, did you miss me? lol I am now writing to ask if you have found your forum in-box yet, because I don't think you have. If you want to send someone a private message, you have to click on "send a message" on their page and that will take you to your forum in-box. While on that page, if you click on "inbox" you can check messages that people have sent you. I'm telling you this because these are private messages and I have sent you 1 or 2 but I don't think you've read them yet. Don't worry, they weren't urgent messages. Let me know if you can find it. If you can't, maybe you can ask Gail and she can give you a visual way to get to it, good luck! Take care Silvia and have a great week! Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi Silvia, sorry for the delay responding. Well, I’m glad to hear my comment made you smile! :D I’m feeling a bit mischievous today:I’ve just spent half an hour voting for Michael and TLI on the Virgin poll! :D Oh I’m so glad to hear you found your in-box! Gail is an angel! Good to hear your shopping is all done. It looks like all my kids will be here for Xmas, so all I need is snow. :D Aww, that picture of you and your daughter sounds sweet! Yes Silvia, meeting Michael next year: that’s the positive attitude! Lol No, I wasn’t too busy with shopping, I wish! :D I love this forum and exchanging with friends, but thoughtful responses to everyone are time-consuming sometimes and real life doesn’t stop... :D Well, I do hope you’ll get something good coming out of your time at your in-laws. Are you able to join your own family for New Year’s at least?Silvia, it’s none of my business, but do your kids enjoy spending time with their dad? It’s good that you want to keep the family together, but not so good if no one is having a good time. Just my opinion. Out of curiosity, do you have any traditions with just your kids? We make the cookies for Santa. ;D Yes my kids are a bit big for that, but I love the tradition. I will also make potato candy this week: my kids love it. It has a texture similar to fudge and you make it with icing sugar, a potato, vanilla and peanut butter. Well sweetie, I have to get out of here but it was really nice hearing from you. I’ll look forward to your message and you and your kids have a wonderful Christmas, take care my friend. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
P.S.: Were you able to check out the link I gave you the last time? Just checking.
Hi Silvia, thank you so much for your adorable message and all your kind words: what a nice Christmas present! That means a lot to me, thank you Silvia! :D I’ve been obviously pretty busy today but wanted to leave you with a couple of nice presents, before Christmas is over!
I have already been blessed this year by meeting sweet people just like you but look forward to many more for the coming year. I wish for you that your heart and your life will be illuminated with blessings as well: while there is life, there is hope! Take care my friend and I’m sure we’ll talk again soon. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi Silvia, how are you sweetie? Well, I hope. I’m pretty good myself. Thanks for telling me I don’t have to rush to reply. I just love all the interaction with friends but responding properly is time-consuming. I’m glad you enjoyed the Xmas presents! Oh Silvia, I know exactly what you mean, that Michael’s music can make everything go away. I wrote an article for the “Bolton on-line updates” the fan club had 10 years ago that described just that. Wow, 10 years ago already… Hey, maybe someday, I could have you read it by attaching it to a message on your page. I need help though. OMG Silvia, I have another video to show you:
It’s a concert montage and it’s almost 20 minutes long! Ahh, I have to admit, it made me cry when I heard it: it’s been too long since I’ve attended a concert… BTW, I’m sure you did a great job at explaining what Michael means to you in the letter you’ve sent! :D Doesn’t it feel fantastic to know he’ll probably hold it and read it? :D The important thing at Xmas Silvia is to have your family with you and you did spend time with your kids at least so I’m sure they appreciated it. Xmas was quiet here too, but my youngest daughter was here and I hadn’t seen her since June so that was very nice. My eldest daughter and I baked our cookies but made them a touch spicier with cinnamon, ginger and vanilla this year and they were pretty good. Hope your new year’s day was all you wanted your Xmas to be: sounds like it would be a feast! I try to eat right, but at Xmas, I think it’s okay to cheat a little. That French toast your sister makes sounds good! I wish 2012 is a better year for you too sweetie, thanks for the good wishes! I hope you got my PM: I’ve posted my art work on my profile page, hope you like it! Well I gotta go but it’s always great hearing from you sweetie, take care and have a great week! Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi Silvia, sorry for the delay. My family is well, thanks for asking. I hope that despite everything, you & yours are well too. I thought that you & your husband agreed to make an effort to make it work. Are you getting couples counciling? I do hope everything works out for you: your family deserves happiness. So did Gail get your Bday card for Michael? I know she got mine. Oh Silvia, did you read my PM about Michael’s autobiography? We found out there is an audio book version & Michael is reading it!!! I’m so excited! Lol My husband ordered both versions & I can’t wait! :D Gail said she’d let us know more news soon & fans are hoping for a book signing tour. Oh, before I forget, if you’re on Facebook, there’s a contest to win Michael’s new U.K. compilation CD. It has songs we already have, but I think it’s always fun to have new compilations & new packaging, if you can afford it.
Scroll down to where it says : “Win Michael Bolton 'The Very Best Of' on CD” & click on the link. Good luck if you enter!Yes, I do know about Paul Janz, but I didn’t know that song Silvia, thanks for sharing it! My favorite song of his is this one:
It’s called “Close my eyes”, ooh memories! I was checking through suggestions on the YouTube page & found a bunch of Canadian groups, that was fun! I’ll tell you Silvia, getting lost on YouTube is one of the most fun things to do when I’m feeling a bit down. I hope you had fun looking through your Canadian souvenirs. :D Speaking of which, Dianna Shipman started a thread about the “Bolton on-line” updates”, which was a fan club newsletter from a few years ago. Check it out, you might find something fun to read on there:
I know I wrote a couple of articles for those newsletters back then. Anyway sweetie, I’m out of room. Take care my friend and keep the faith, okay? Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hey Silvia, good to hear from you sweetie! Never worry about delays, I’m not doing very well either these days. Wow, you’ve had a lot on your hands! I hope you’ve had a nice visit with your in-laws. Do you celebrate Easter in Portugal? On my side, my mother-in-law came over and she treated us all so that was nice, plus we hadn’t seen her in a while. Speaking of seeing, are you getting used to your glasses? :D Am I glad not to wear those any more! Lol I’m sorry to hear you have anemia. I’ve been dangerously close to it myself so I take multi-vitamins with extra iron. I’d like to ask you: are your kids old enough to help around the house sweetie? I know when they’re little, they always want to help, but not always when they get older. Oh you know what I do for exercize? I walk around while talking on the phone! Lol I really do... :D I also have an exercize bike and get on it for half an hour or more and listen to a CD or music on the computer at the same time. Michael has said in interviews that he’s still single and doesn’t have time for relationships. He might go out with various people occasionally, that doesn’t mean he’s in a relationship. In 1995, Michael came to Montreal for promotion and was signing CD’s but I couldn’t go because I was home with a newborn baby. It’s been 3 years since he’s been here for a concert. Thanks for the link you’ve given me. JP Rodrigues was okay. It seems more and more upcoming artists sing MB songs, listen to this guy from “American Idol”:
He sang WAMLAW also and our Michael himself tweeted him on the good job he’d done! :D He was certainly passionate about it! :D Well anyway, I have to go and sort out laundry before my opera starts so I’ll let you go for now. You should check the blogs from the main page if you have time sweetie because Michael has been doing interviews in Australia, where he is now. Also, when he’ll be in Sydney, he’s supposed to give us more details about the album he’s working on. I could let you know if I find out anything, okay? I have to go now. Take care my friend and have a great week. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Hi Silvia, How are you sweetie? Well, I hope. Thanks for your message. Well, I hope you’ve had a nice mother’s day and you did something fun with your kids. I’ve heard from my girls but my boys were too busy on Sunday so we went out to dinner on Saturday and that was nice. I’m really happy for you that you’re feeling well and ready to exercize. I’ve started taking walks in my driveway when the weather is nice enough. It’s finally warming up, but we’ve had a lot of rain in the past week. The scent of lilac is everywhere and it’s my favorite! Well if you’re watching “Dancing with the stars”, you must have seen Michael singing “Hallelujah” by now: that was absolutely amazing! Hey, crazy or not, it feels so good to have Michael on TV in our country so who cares? Lol Last week, they played the Royal Albert Hall concert twice on my Musimax video channel and I watched it both times… :D Yes, I wish Michael would come back here too, but he seems to be so very busy with his new album and God knows what else. Michael’s backup singer Cameron posted on a blog that his next album is supposed to be a Motown album, but no confirmation yet. He was part of another compilation short for the Lonely Island’s 100th digital short, dressed as “Jack Sparrow” again and he said he had “too much fun!”. :D To my knowledge, yes, Michael did write “Til the end of forever” for his daughter Isa, who first got married in 2004 or 2005. I heard she’s divorced now though. The album had 6 new songs, a new version of SILYBIL and the rest were older live songs. Don’t you have that CD sweetie? You might have more details about the songs in the booklet. Oh Silvia, I like being your “Michaelpedia”! lol Which reminds me, have you heard this yet:
It’s an old song, redone by Michael called “Shotgun” and it’s on Michael Lington’s CD “Pure”. Mr Lington is the sax player. Oh Silvia, if you have time, check out “My creations” blog at the bottom of my profile page. I’ve uploaded many pictures of music boxes I’ve made and more. Take good care of yourself my friend, it’s really nice to hear you being positive! :D Have a great week. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie xxx
Hi Silvia, good to hear from you! Don’t worry about the delay sweetie, I know you have kids. My family is all well, thanks for asking Silvia and hope yours is fine too. It’s wonderful to hear you’re a happy family again and I hope you all enjoy your vacation together.. Listen my friend, if life was perfect, we might not appreciate it as much. In 2009, fans were asked to send birthday wishes to Michael and Gail would print them and send them to Michael. I wrote my wishes but wrote this at the bottom:
“I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright.
I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more.
I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive.
I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life appear much bigger.
I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting.
I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.
I wish you enough hellos to get you through the final good-bye.”
That’s what life is all about my friend! As for your health issue, try not to worry and do things that make you happy for now Silvia. For all you know, it’ll just be a big scare for nothing. Keep your positive attitude and enjoy daily blessings with your family. My husband won’t have a vacation for a while but I’ll enjoy the summer with my boys and try to spend time with them because it all goes too fast. Well my friend, I started this message 2 days ago and I’m finishing it today. I sprained my ankle while walking and fell but thank goodness, my boys helped me so I was able to rest for a couple of days and I’m walking with a limp today, but at least I’m walking! Good thing I couldn’t do much because it’s in the 30’s Celsius today and the weekend too. I hope the weather is bareable in Portugal. Take good care of yourself my friend and keep me posted on your own health issues, okay? Big warm hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie <3
I think Sylvia posted it. At least you can see Michael and you can understand what the lady is saying! :D Have a great weekend sweetie, take care. Hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie <3
Hi Silvia and hope things going okay and just wanted to come on and say to you that I have just spotted, on Twitter, an answer Michael has given to someone asking him about the possibility of coming to Lisbon and he has answered by saying possibly JULY. He has also hinted at going to Monaco in July too....wow....oh let me win the lottery !!! LOL
Will write to you soon Silvia !! :) Take care !!! :)
Hi Silvia, I'm very busy and unfortunately don't have time for a long proper message, but just wanted to say that getting your message put a big smile on my face and I'm really glad to hear you're getting nothing but the very best in treatment! I will write more when I can and I will be thinking of you tomorrow: just imagine me with pom-poms cheering you on! lol Sending big warm hugs your way, sincerely, love, your friend Sylvie xxx
Hey sweetie, so good to hear from you! I thought of you just yesterday as I was searching for something on YouTube that had the name "Silvia" in it and just now too, because I checked the "MB dates added part 2" thread and wanted to ask if any date in Portugal had come up... Wow, that's a long sentence... :D I'm so happy to hear from you sweetie and I know you did hard time, so I will patiently wait for your reply. Enjoy relaxing at home with your family and just plain feeling better. Your message started my day with a big smile so thank you Silvia! Take good care of yourself and I'll look forward to hear from you again. Big warm hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie xxx
Hi Silvia, I just wanted to touch base and let you know I haven't forgotten you. :D Hubby's been on vacation and I'm trying to catch up with PM's. I will write as soon as I can. Thinking of you and glad to know a big part of your arduous journey is behind you! :D Take care sweetie. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie xxx
Hi Silvia, I've been working on a reply to you, but I'm waiting to hear from Gail to finish my message. I've just posted a special message for you on the "birthday calendar" thread, in the "off topic" section. :D Have a wonderful happy birthday my friend: just celebrate life sweetie and I wish you nothing but bright days ahead! Big bear hugs, sincerely, Sylvie Qc Canada <3
Hi again Silvia, I'm still waiting for a reply from Gail, as I'm sure she's waiting for a reply from Michael's management. In the meantime, after reading your last PM this morning, I was reminded of a lovely message my friend Robin sent me a few years back. I always keep inspiring stories, in case I need them for myself or someone else. Guess what? I think your day has come to read it! It's the story of a woman from California who has gone through hehll and back and I think it could do you good to read it. Coincidentally, her name is Sylvia! :D I hope you're having a great day sweetie. I'm writing here, because I think it's the only place I can attach a Word document. Please let me know if you can access it. If you can't, I will send it in a PM in 2 parts: it's worth it. So take care my friend and I hope to talk to you soon. Big hugs, sincMy%20Unfinished%20Story%20By%20Sylvia%20C%20Lopez.docerely, your friend Sylvie <3
Hi Silvia, thank you for your sweet message. :D I did have a great day, thank you! I had phone calls, a surprise present, great visit with my daughter, lots of love on the forum and Michael on TV! :D It’s wonderful to hear you were out with your family sweetie. Summer just goes too fast, doesn’t it? My son starts soon too. No problem about the support Silvia, you can “Lean on me”! :D
As far as being a special person: it takes one to know one! :D lol I never get tired of you calling me “Michaelpedia”, how weird am I? XD Thank you for the smile sweetie and just before I let you go, here’s a video you might not have seen or heard because it’s unlisted:
Hey Silvia, I'm very busy these days, but I want to let you know that I haven't forgotten about you and I'm working my way through my PM's slowly. In the meantime, I want to share this with you:
It's a montage of Michael's vocal range and it's a sheer delight to listen to, to me anyway... Hope you enjoy it! Talk to you soon sweetie, take care. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie <3
Hi Silvia, good to read you sweetie! I’m not too bad: I have 3 upcoming musical events, including Michael’s concert in 90 days! :D Well it’s good to hear that it’s all about just checking up on you right now. I hope that your physical changes aren’t too much of a challenge. Well, I’ll be going to the Montreal concert, but not Quebec City. It’s only 3 hours away, but I’m not the one driving in the winter time and we can’t really afford the lodging. So be sure that I’ll thoroughly be enjoying the Montreal concert! :D I’ll be going with my youngest daughter and it’ll be her 1st MB concert so that’ll be fun. Well Silvia, I’m glad to hear your support system is still with you and it’s especially nice to hear you’re spending time with your husband. I used to have some nice conversations with my kids when we took walks together. I hope everyone in your family is doing well. My sister visited for a few days last week so that was fun: listening to music like teenagers and “watching” movies. My sister has RP also. Our time together passes too quickly though. Well I’m off to “watch” a video described movie while I have time. Thank you for writing Silvia, take good care of yourself and stay in touch, okay? You have a great weekend too sweetie, God bless. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie QC Canada :D
It's part of a set of videos from the Paduka concert last Friday, the rest are on the "New videos on YouTube" thread, hope you enjoy! :D Take good care of yourself sweetie and hope we talk again soon. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie :D
Hi Silvia, it’s so great to hear from you! We’re all fine here sweetie, thanks. I’m keeping busy with house projects and my kids are well. I’ve uploaded pictures of my new creation on my blog: it’s an Irish cottage. :D I’m also working on a special one for my grandbaby-to-be. :D The forum has been very entertaining in the past month. You’ve mentioned being tired, I’m guessing that’s a side effect of the latest treatment? Well at least, it sounds a lot more manageable than the previous one, so that’s an improvement! :D I’ll be sure to tell my friends about the happy developments and obviously very looking forward to them. I should be able to listen to the U.K. version of ANMHE soon, so looking forward to that too. I hope you have a pleasant summer to look forward too and a nice vacation with your kids sweetie. Thanks again for writing. Big warm hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie :D
Hi Silvia, thanks for your message, good to hear from you! I'll respond to your PM as soon as I can and thank you for your update. I do hope you're looking forward to the holidays! I will leave you with a pre-holiday present, hope you enjoy. :D
Hi Silvia, great to hear from you sweetie! I hope you've been having a very special Easter surrounded by family. My eldest son took me to see my husband who's still recovering. We should know next week if he's one step closer to getting home. I'm grateful to be surrounded by good people and I'm still counting my blessings. :D Take good care sweetie and thanks for thinking of me today, God bless. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie xxx
Hi Silvia and thanks so much for your lovely message and hope all is well with you !!! :) Wishing you a super Christmas Day and hope the family spoil you rotten. All the very best Silvia and have a wonderful time !!! :)
Hi Silvia, great to hear from you! We're all fine here and I should be visiting my grandkids over the weekend, so that's all I need for now. I hope you have a wonderful Easter weekend sweetie and I hope we can catch up with the news soon. Take good care Silvia and thanks for writing. Sending you big warm hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie <3
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Jul 20, 2011
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Hi Silvia, I just read your name on my page, telling me you've accepted my friends request, thank you! :D That's one thing this site doesn't tell you: when someone accepts your request. Anyway, I have more messages to respond to so I will wish you a wonderful week! Take care. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
P.S.: in case you don't know, to respond to a message on your page, you just need to click on their name, which will take you to their page.
Aug 29, 2011
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Hi Silvia, that’s so amazing that you came to Canada, halfway across the world from your home. Well I’m glad you’ve discovered Michael thanks to us! :D It’s really incredible how sometimes, we don’t know how fortunate we are to live in North America, where such fantastic music and singers are a lot more accessible. I’m just so happy we have radio and I’ve been able to follow Michael’s career steadily since the late 80’s. Silvia, so is “Dock of the bay” your favorite song? Mine is “When I’m back on my feet again” that I love more than any other song in the world… I’m very lucky to have had some computer lessons at home but I still need help from my kids too. It will always be a joy to be your friend and read you anytime you come on here sweetie, take care and have a great weekend! Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Sep 2, 2011
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Hi again Silvia, thanks for your message. My weekend was busy but uneventful. The weather here changes quickly and dramatically. We had had much cooler days in the past couple of weeks, but had a couple of very hot and sticky ones on the weekend. Good for you spending your weekend at the pool! May I ask how many kids you have? My kids aren’t little any more: they’re 26, 19, 16 and 13. Oh I love SILYBIL too! I think it’s my favorite song Michael wrote,. WIBOMFA makes me cry at times too but I don’t care, I love that song! Oh Silvia, I’m really sorry to hear about your difficulties and I hope you and your husband can find some way to find each other again. Oh yes, I had a fabulous Bday/anniversary celebration, thanks for asking and thanks for your good wishes! Oh, while I think of it, have you heard Michael’s new version of SILYBIL with Agnes Monica?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxZri7W4LMM
This version is supposed to be on the deluxe version of “Gems”. Hope you enjoy it!Well sweetie, I have to go and deal with more messages but it was great hearing from you! Take care. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Sep 6, 2011
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Hi Silvia, how are you? Well, I hope. Don’t ever worry about delays answering messages sweetie, I’m having trouble keeping up myself. Oh I know how you feel with kids: it’s always something! You hear them say: “ Mom, I’m bored, what can I do?” “Mom, can I do this or can I do that?” “Mom, where’s my…?” etc, and it doesn’t stop when they get older! lolI have 2 girls and 2 boys, in that order. Well, good for your eldest son wanting to become a mechanic! My eldest son wanted to learn about woodworking, maybe carpentry, but now he’s not sure any more. I know most of the people who post on a regular basis on the forum. The Beta site, which means the prototype site was up in March 2010 and the full operational site has been up since May 2010, to coincide with the U.S. release of “One world one love”. I’ve been here since about the end of April 2010. You know Silvia, this is the first fan forum I’ve been able to participate in and it’s just pure joy to share the love and feel the love of others: we really are a community and care about each other, I just love it! About the SILYBIL duet, I love Michael’s part the most. He shows that his voice hasn’t lost anything and is just as gorgeous 17 years after he recorded the original. Do I think this works as a duet? Frankly, not for me I’m sorry to say, because this feels like such a personal song, that Michael could only sing it with someone he loves, you know what I mean? As I’ve said before on the forum, I think I would have liked Agnes singing it more, if she did her own solo version because she does have a pretty voice. I’m sure I’ll warm up to it though, since Michael’s part is just so extraordinary! Well my friend, I’m out of room so I’ll say goodbye for now, hope to hear from you soon but write when you can. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Sep 15, 2011
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Hi Silvia, it’s so nice to be greeted so sweetly, thank you for your message! :D I’m sorry I can’t give you any advice on your life situation, but when you need someone to listen, I’m here. :D My eldest daughter had moved to Europe temporarily but she’s back visiting this week so it’s been very nice having her around. I’m really happy for you that your kids are such a source of pride and the ray of sunshine you need. My youngest is quite a character too so I know what you mean! :D Silvia, if it makes you happy, listen to Michael every day and sing with him: it works for me! If you really want to let Michael know how you feel, you have to believe it will happen. Keep hoping he will come back to Portugal and in the meantime, you can write him a letter. Usually, during November, fans get organized to send Christmas cards to Michael that Gail, our moderator sends to his office. If you want to, I’m sure you can include a note or a letter, telling him how you feel, until you get to meet him… :D You need hope for better days right now sweetie so I hope that helps. :D Take care my friend and have a great week. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
P.S.: Here’s a little present for you, to help you dream:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCX2URUQwoM
Enjoy!
Oct 3, 2011
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Hi Silvia, oh I’m glad you liked the song sweetie! Isn’t this forum absolutely wonderful? Thank you for your kind words Silvia, it makes me really happy if anything I say can brighten your day! :D Sweetie, remember that you have to keep on believing you’ll meet Michael and it will happen. Okay Silvia, to get the address to send your card, you have to write to Gail, our forum moderator, her E-mail address is boltoninfo@aol.com
Gail is an absolute sweetheart, write to her and tell her that Sylvie from Canada sent you! :D It’s a little early to send Christmas cards, but I’m sure that next month, she’ll start collecting them, so you can take your time and write everything that’s in your heart. 2 years ago, Gail had collected messages from fans on a previous forum and had them all printed out for Michael’s birthday and he posted a message that he had read our messages on the plane so have faith! I’m really sorry to hear that it sounds like your husband betrayed you. I can’t imagine how crushing that would be… I really hope you’d be able to get counciling for your family because that can’t be easy on your children either. Well about Michael’s song “Survivor”, my guess is that he wrote it after his breakup with Nicolette Sheridan. It’s really sad because it seems he really tried to make it work this time, but he feltas if he lost his best friend and that’s what hurt him most… Well, my daughter is here for a couple of months until she goes back to Norway, that’s where her boyfriend is from. She’s staying with friends now but it was wonderful having her here for a while. Oh Silvia, I have great news for you but I’m out of room so I’ll write you another message, hold on! :D Sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Oct 12, 2011
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Oct 12, 2011
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Hi Silvia, I’m well sweetie and hope you are too, thanks for asking. Well, I haven’t been to a Michael concert lately, but a friend of mine did and she had a fantastic time. Here’s one of her videos:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDgpr48dIx8
I don’t know if you enjoy opera, but Michael is singing with the Canadian Tenors on that one. I’m personally a big opera fan and while my friend was seeing Michael, I attended an opera recital and met my favorite soprano and had a wonderful evening! I’m really sorry that you feel you have to keep living a lie, but I do hope that you find some good in all your days to keep you going, one day at a time. Oh Silvia, you’re so sweet! Thank you for your kind words and I’m honored if anything I say can make your life easier in some small way… The tour book you have, is it the 2010-2011 one? I don’t know if you took the time to read it, but there’s a section of it that has fans questions Michael answered and guess what? He answered 2 of mine, unbelieveable! :D Out of 20 pages of questions fans asked, Michael picked 13 questions and 2 were mine! I hope someday to have Michael sign that book… :D How lucky you can wake up to his smiling face! I have pictures of him in my house, although I can’t see him but I don’t care: just knowing they’re there makes me happy. :D Michael is in Asia now and there’s been new videos on YouTube with David Foster & friends and a great article posted.
“The prayer” with Charice:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWdXL7f09Tw&feature=related
The wonderful article from the Philippines:
http://www.michaelbolton.com/forum/topics/article-and-phone-intervi...
I hope you enjoy those sweetie. Well I’m out of room. Take care Silvia and have a great week. Big warm hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Oct 24, 2011
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Hi Silvia, I’m glad you read the message I had posted. I’m slowly catching up by answering messages from oldest to newest, so this is a reply to your Oct 28 message. I’m doing okay, I’ve been keeping busy while without my computer, listened to movies on DVD, made appointments etc so it wasn’t all bad! :D Glad you enjoyed the link. The Canadian Tenors are pleasant to listen to, but they’re what I call “pop-opera” or “popera”. They’re like a Canadian version of Il Divo, but you wouldn’t hear them in actual operas. I’m personally more into “real” operatic singers, although I understand people who are not, it’s a question of taste. My own mom hated it. OMG, “Nessun dorma” takes my breath away! In ’98, I heard Michael sing “Pourquoi me reveiller” live and just sobbed... Keep your dream to meet Michael alive Silvia, it’ll happen. :D Oh I’m glad you got in touch with Gail, she’s an angel. Oh, do let me know if you find a Xmas card. You know, I think that Michael would actually be touched if you bought a special card in Portuguese but translated it for him, it’s a thought. Oh cool you read the tour book: I still can’t believe he answered 2 of my questions, it’s like a dream... About Michael being a vegetarian, his daughter Holly used to have a web site in the late 90’s, where she answered fan questions and she said that they don’t eat meat, but not that many vegys either so I do hope he wised up and is taking better care of himself. I hear he looks it! :D Hope you had a nice visit at your in-laws. My youngest son feels he’s too old to trick-or-treat so he gave out candy with his girlfriend and my eldest son couldn’t think of a half decent costume so Halloween was quiet. I kind of miss the days where I’d make their costumes... :D Oh Silvia, don’t miss out on all the new Australian interviews on the new blogs! Well sweetie I’m out of room so I’ll go for now and respond to your new message when I get there! Take good care of yourself my friend and talk to you soon. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Nov 10, 2011
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Okay Silvia, just to help you wait for my next message, ;D here’s a song that’s been posted on YouTube recently, but no one knows where it came from. I don’t know if you’re on Facebook, but my friend told me it was posted there first:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0A5KOW7eBM&feature=youtu.be
And if you really like it, go to this web site and you can apparently download it:
http://www6.zippyshare.com/v/30996683/file.html
There’s no description on YouTube, but it sounds to me like it could have been included on “One world one love” but a friend of mine thinks it might have been a leak to a future album. In any case, we can enjoy it so yay! Why ask questions, right? :D Take care Silvia and have a great weekend! Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Nov 10, 2011
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Hey Silvia, how are you sweetie? I’m pretty good today: I’ve just received my German version of “Duets” and can’t wait to listen to it, as soon as I get off the computer. :D Yes I’ve had computer trouble and I’m quite late in responding to everyone, message filing etc. Maybe one day, I’ll catch up! :D Well I’m glad for you that you did have a nice family time in Spain. Wow, does it get cold in Spain and Portugal? Anyway, I’m sure it felt wonderful to have a nice family day enjoying being together. Sweetie, remember what they say when you get married: for better or for worse and you have to believe that the better will come again. Oh girl, I still believe in Santa Claus so I’ll join you! Lol So, have you decided on making a card for Michael? It’s going to be time to send them soon. I won’t be sending Michael a Christmas card myself, but I might post a message if there’s a blog for it. Speaking of wishes, did you hear that Michael is a grandpa again? His youngest daughter Taryn had a second baby and they announced it yesterday. It’s a little girl named Olivia Gwen. Great taste in names: I also have a daughter named Olivia. :D Have you found the Portuguese “Gems” or “Duets” in stores yet? Do you have on-line stores in Portugal? I’m sure you could ask a salesperson if you could order it. Well, I know we can in Canada. Hmm, you visit Spain, I guess that means you know Spanish? Have you ever heard this song?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Thd6dNHads
and how about this one:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VByYPbnDY0s
OMG, I can’t tell you how much I love this song! I hope you enjoy them! :D Well all right Silvia, I have to sort out laundry, clean my bathroom and listen to Michael so I’m off the computer for now. Have a great rest of the week and enjoy! Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada :D
Nov 17, 2011
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Hi Silvia, I was checking YouTube to find the studio versions of these songs and only found the live versions so I thought I’d share these memories with you:
“Make you feel my love”:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xAj0A_VDE-k
“Over the rainbow”:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyEE8M828dQ&feature=related
Gail posted earlier this week that all versions of “Gems” should be out so good luck finding yours at your local store. Oh, by the way, do you have on-line stores like Amazon in Portugal? Just curious. Well in any case, take good care of yourself Silvia and have a great weekend. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Nov 18, 2011
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Hi Silvia, I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your joy with...
Dec 5, 2011
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Hi Silvia, I’m really sorry for the delay responding. I’ve been pretty busy and I like to take the time to respond properly to everyone’s messages. I’m really sorry to hear about the Portuguese “Gems” being delayed, but I want to thank you very much for relaying the info. I’m glad for you if the videos brought back magical memories. You gave your daughter a wonderful gift by passing on the love of music and I know she’ll thank you one day. I wish I could see the look on Michael’s face when he reads your card. I’m sure it’ll warm his heart Silvia! I’m sorry the past little while has been so rough for you, but I truly hope your kids are getting some good out of your husband staying with you all and I wish for your whole family that you can find peace again. Oh yes, “Hear me” is a fabulous song! I love that we can feel how caring Michael is, through his music and i’m just glad he found a way to share that care with so many. Silvia, can you access this page:
http://www.michaelboltonphotos.com/soundfiles.shtml
If you can, scroll down to where it says “When I’m back on my feet again, piano accompaniment” and click on it. It’s a most gorgeous version of the song and I find it very comforting. You can even download it for free from that page. There are other songs on the page you can also download. It’s my friend’s page and I contributed a bit to it. Let me know if it works for you. Silvia, thank you very much for your kind words, but I want you to know that this is a 2 way street. It makes me feel good if I know that what little I did helped brighten your day. :D I’m running out of àspace so will send you another message. See you in a minute! Take care. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Dec 6, 2011
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Hi again Silvia, did you miss me? lol I am now writing to ask if you have found your forum in-box yet, because I don't think you have. If you want to send someone a private message, you have to click on "send a message" on their page and that will take you to your forum in-box. While on that page, if you click on "inbox" you can check messages that people have sent you. I'm telling you this because these are private messages and I have sent you 1 or 2 but I don't think you've read them yet. Don't worry, they weren't urgent messages. Let me know if you can find it. If you can't, maybe you can ask Gail and she can give you a visual way to get to it, good luck! Take care Silvia and have a great week! Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Dec 6, 2011
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Hi Silvia, sorry for the delay responding. Well, I’m glad to hear my comment made you smile! :D I’m feeling a bit mischievous today:I’ve just spent half an hour voting for Michael and TLI on the Virgin poll! :D Oh I’m so glad to hear you found your in-box! Gail is an angel! Good to hear your shopping is all done. It looks like all my kids will be here for Xmas, so all I need is snow. :D Aww, that picture of you and your daughter sounds sweet! Yes Silvia, meeting Michael next year: that’s the positive attitude! Lol No, I wasn’t too busy with shopping, I wish! :D I love this forum and exchanging with friends, but thoughtful responses to everyone are time-consuming sometimes and real life doesn’t stop... :D Well, I do hope you’ll get something good coming out of your time at your in-laws. Are you able to join your own family for New Year’s at least?Silvia, it’s none of my business, but do your kids enjoy spending time with their dad? It’s good that you want to keep the family together, but not so good if no one is having a good time. Just my opinion. Out of curiosity, do you have any traditions with just your kids? We make the cookies for Santa. ;D Yes my kids are a bit big for that, but I love the tradition. I will also make potato candy this week: my kids love it. It has a texture similar to fudge and you make it with icing sugar, a potato, vanilla and peanut butter. Well sweetie, I have to get out of here but it was really nice hearing from you. I’ll look forward to your message and you and your kids have a wonderful Christmas, take care my friend. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
P.S.: Were you able to check out the link I gave you the last time? Just checking.
Dec 20, 2011
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Hi Silvia, thank you so much for your adorable message and all your kind words: what a nice Christmas present! That means a lot to me, thank you Silvia! :D I’ve been obviously pretty busy today but wanted to leave you with a couple of nice presents, before Christmas is over!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oz13h_HEP0Y
this one:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-oEs3giRQM&feature=related
and this one:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPPjwypoHW0
I have already been blessed this year by meeting sweet people just like you but look forward to many more for the coming year. I wish for you that your heart and your life will be illuminated with blessings as well: while there is life, there is hope! Take care my friend and I’m sure we’ll talk again soon. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Dec 26, 2011
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Hi Silvia, how are you sweetie? Well, I hope. I’m pretty good myself. Thanks for telling me I don’t have to rush to reply. I just love all the interaction with friends but responding properly is time-consuming. I’m glad you enjoyed the Xmas presents! Oh Silvia, I know exactly what you mean, that Michael’s music can make everything go away. I wrote an article for the “Bolton on-line updates” the fan club had 10 years ago that described just that. Wow, 10 years ago already… Hey, maybe someday, I could have you read it by attaching it to a message on your page. I need help though. OMG Silvia, I have another video to show you:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_sq5E4dqNY
It’s a concert montage and it’s almost 20 minutes long! Ahh, I have to admit, it made me cry when I heard it: it’s been too long since I’ve attended a concert… BTW, I’m sure you did a great job at explaining what Michael means to you in the letter you’ve sent! :D Doesn’t it feel fantastic to know he’ll probably hold it and read it? :D The important thing at Xmas Silvia is to have your family with you and you did spend time with your kids at least so I’m sure they appreciated it. Xmas was quiet here too, but my youngest daughter was here and I hadn’t seen her since June so that was very nice. My eldest daughter and I baked our cookies but made them a touch spicier with cinnamon, ginger and vanilla this year and they were pretty good. Hope your new year’s day was all you wanted your Xmas to be: sounds like it would be a feast! I try to eat right, but at Xmas, I think it’s okay to cheat a little. That French toast your sister makes sounds good! I wish 2012 is a better year for you too sweetie, thanks for the good wishes! I hope you got my PM: I’ve posted my art work on my profile page, hope you like it! Well I gotta go but it’s always great hearing from you sweetie, take care and have a great week! Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Jan 10, 2012
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Hi Silvia, sorry for the delay. My family is well, thanks for asking. I hope that despite everything, you & yours are well too. I thought that you & your husband agreed to make an effort to make it work. Are you getting couples counciling? I do hope everything works out for you: your family deserves happiness. So did Gail get your Bday card for Michael? I know she got mine. Oh Silvia, did you read my PM about Michael’s autobiography? We found out there is an audio book version & Michael is reading it!!! I’m so excited! Lol My husband ordered both versions & I can’t wait! :D Gail said she’d let us know more news soon & fans are hoping for a book signing tour. Oh, before I forget, if you’re on Facebook, there’s a contest to win Michael’s new U.K. compilation CD. It has songs we already have, but I think it’s always fun to have new compilations & new packaging, if you can afford it.
www.music-news.com
Scroll down to where it says : “Win Michael Bolton 'The Very Best Of' on CD” & click on the link. Good luck if you enter!Yes, I do know about Paul Janz, but I didn’t know that song Silvia, thanks for sharing it! My favorite song of his is this one:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uI2fRmSQg8k
It’s called “Close my eyes”, ooh memories! I was checking through suggestions on the YouTube page & found a bunch of Canadian groups, that was fun! I’ll tell you Silvia, getting lost on YouTube is one of the most fun things to do when I’m feeling a bit down. I hope you had fun looking through your Canadian souvenirs. :D Speaking of which, Dianna Shipman started a thread about the “Bolton on-line” updates”, which was a fan club newsletter from a few years ago. Check it out, you might find something fun to read on there:
http://www.michaelbolton.com/forum/topics/online-updates?
I know I wrote a couple of articles for those newsletters back then. Anyway sweetie, I’m out of room. Take care my friend and keep the faith, okay? Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Mar 8, 2012
sylvie boisvert
Hey Silvia, good to hear from you sweetie! Never worry about delays, I’m not doing very well either these days. Wow, you’ve had a lot on your hands! I hope you’ve had a nice visit with your in-laws. Do you celebrate Easter in Portugal? On my side, my mother-in-law came over and she treated us all so that was nice, plus we hadn’t seen her in a while. Speaking of seeing, are you getting used to your glasses? :D Am I glad not to wear those any more! Lol I’m sorry to hear you have anemia. I’ve been dangerously close to it myself so I take multi-vitamins with extra iron. I’d like to ask you: are your kids old enough to help around the house sweetie? I know when they’re little, they always want to help, but not always when they get older. Oh you know what I do for exercize? I walk around while talking on the phone! Lol I really do... :D I also have an exercize bike and get on it for half an hour or more and listen to a CD or music on the computer at the same time. Michael has said in interviews that he’s still single and doesn’t have time for relationships. He might go out with various people occasionally, that doesn’t mean he’s in a relationship. In 1995, Michael came to Montreal for promotion and was signing CD’s but I couldn’t go because I was home with a newborn baby. It’s been 3 years since he’s been here for a concert. Thanks for the link you’ve given me. JP Rodrigues was okay. It seems more and more upcoming artists sing MB songs, listen to this guy from “American Idol”:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQ4pNlvt0m8
He sang WAMLAW also and our Michael himself tweeted him on the good job he’d done! :D He was certainly passionate about it! :D Well anyway, I have to go and sort out laundry before my opera starts so I’ll let you go for now. You should check the blogs from the main page if you have time sweetie because Michael has been doing interviews in Australia, where he is now. Also, when he’ll be in Sydney, he’s supposed to give us more details about the album he’s working on. I could let you know if I find out anything, okay? I have to go now. Take care my friend and have a great week. Hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada
Apr 16, 2012
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, How are you sweetie? Well, I hope. Thanks for your message. Well, I hope you’ve had a nice mother’s day and you did something fun with your kids. I’ve heard from my girls but my boys were too busy on Sunday so we went out to dinner on Saturday and that was nice. I’m really happy for you that you’re feeling well and ready to exercize. I’ve started taking walks in my driveway when the weather is nice enough. It’s finally warming up, but we’ve had a lot of rain in the past week. The scent of lilac is everywhere and it’s my favorite! Well if you’re watching “Dancing with the stars”, you must have seen Michael singing “Hallelujah” by now: that was absolutely amazing! Hey, crazy or not, it feels so good to have Michael on TV in our country so who cares? Lol Last week, they played the Royal Albert Hall concert twice on my Musimax video channel and I watched it both times… :D Yes, I wish Michael would come back here too, but he seems to be so very busy with his new album and God knows what else. Michael’s backup singer Cameron posted on a blog that his next album is supposed to be a Motown album, but no confirmation yet. He was part of another compilation short for the Lonely Island’s 100th digital short, dressed as “Jack Sparrow” again and he said he had “too much fun!”. :D To my knowledge, yes, Michael did write “Til the end of forever” for his daughter Isa, who first got married in 2004 or 2005. I heard she’s divorced now though. The album had 6 new songs, a new version of SILYBIL and the rest were older live songs. Don’t you have that CD sweetie? You might have more details about the songs in the booklet. Oh Silvia, I like being your “Michaelpedia”! lol Which reminds me, have you heard this yet:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSCG4i56N2E
It’s an old song, redone by Michael called “Shotgun” and it’s on Michael Lington’s CD “Pure”. Mr Lington is the sax player. Oh Silvia, if you have time, check out “My creations” blog at the bottom of my profile page. I’ve uploaded many pictures of music boxes I’ve made and more. Take good care of yourself my friend, it’s really nice to hear you being positive! :D Have a great week. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie xxx
May 16, 2012
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, good to hear from you! Don’t worry about the delay sweetie, I know you have kids. My family is all well, thanks for asking Silvia and hope yours is fine too. It’s wonderful to hear you’re a happy family again and I hope you all enjoy your vacation together.. Listen my friend, if life was perfect, we might not appreciate it as much. In 2009, fans were asked to send birthday wishes to Michael and Gail would print them and send them to Michael. I wrote my wishes but wrote this at the bottom:
“I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright.
I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more.
I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive.
I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life appear much bigger.
I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting.
I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.
I wish you enough hellos to get you through the final good-bye.”
That’s what life is all about my friend! As for your health issue, try not to worry and do things that make you happy for now Silvia. For all you know, it’ll just be a big scare for nothing. Keep your positive attitude and enjoy daily blessings with your family. My husband won’t have a vacation for a while but I’ll enjoy the summer with my boys and try to spend time with them because it all goes too fast. Well my friend, I started this message 2 days ago and I’m finishing it today. I sprained my ankle while walking and fell but thank goodness, my boys helped me so I was able to rest for a couple of days and I’m walking with a limp today, but at least I’m walking! Good thing I couldn’t do much because it’s in the 30’s Celsius today and the weekend too. I hope the weather is bareable in Portugal. Take good care of yourself my friend and keep me posted on your own health issues, okay? Big warm hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie <3
Jul 13, 2012
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, here’s a link to a very interesting article Sylvia sent me yesterday but be warned: it’s a very long one! :D
http://www.michaelbolton.com/forum/topics/interview-michael-gave-in...?
Enjoy! Take care sweetie and have a great day. Hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie :D
Jul 27, 2012
Amie Angeli
It says silvia & sophia ps... so. . .
it's gotta be yours! Cheers, Amie
Feb 15, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hey Silvia, I just wanted to share with you, in case you haven’t seen it, this video from Portugal:
http://sicnoticias.sapo.pt/vida/2013/03/21/sharon-stone-andie-macdo...
I think Sylvia posted it. At least you can see Michael and you can understand what the lady is saying! :D Have a great weekend sweetie, take care. Hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie <3
Mar 23, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, here's a present, enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CjOp0-nWo4
Take care sweetie. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie Qc Canada :D
Mar 24, 2013
sylvia doughty
Hi Silvia and hope things going okay and just wanted to come on and say to you that I have just spotted, on Twitter, an answer Michael has given to someone asking him about the possibility of coming to Lisbon and he has answered by saying possibly JULY. He has also hinted at going to Monaco in July too....wow....oh let me win the lottery !!! LOL
Will write to you soon Silvia !! :) Take care !!! :)
Sylvia. Your wee Scottish friend.
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Apr 6, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, I'm very busy and unfortunately don't have time for a long proper message, but just wanted to say that getting your message put a big smile on my face and I'm really glad to hear you're getting nothing but the very best in treatment! I will write more when I can and I will be thinking of you tomorrow: just imagine me with pom-poms cheering you on! lol Sending big warm hugs your way, sincerely, love, your friend Sylvie xxx
May 28, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hey sweetie, so good to hear from you! I thought of you just yesterday as I was searching for something on YouTube that had the name "Silvia" in it and just now too, because I checked the "MB dates added part 2" thread and wanted to ask if any date in Portugal had come up... Wow, that's a long sentence... :D I'm so happy to hear from you sweetie and I know you did hard time, so I will patiently wait for your reply. Enjoy relaxing at home with your family and just plain feeling better. Your message started my day with a big smile so thank you Silvia! Take good care of yourself and I'll look forward to hear from you again. Big warm hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie xxx
Jul 14, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, I just wanted to touch base and let you know I haven't forgotten you. :D Hubby's been on vacation and I'm trying to catch up with PM's. I will write as soon as I can. Thinking of you and glad to know a big part of your arduous journey is behind you! :D Take care sweetie. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie xxx
Jul 31, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, I've been working on a reply to you, but I'm waiting to hear from Gail to finish my message. I've just posted a special message for you on the "birthday calendar" thread, in the "off topic" section. :D Have a wonderful happy birthday my friend: just celebrate life sweetie and I wish you nothing but bright days ahead! Big bear hugs, sincerely, Sylvie Qc Canada <3
Aug 2, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hi again Silvia, I'm still waiting for a reply from Gail, as I'm sure she's waiting for a reply from Michael's management. In the meantime, after reading your last PM this morning, I was reminded of a lovely message my friend Robin sent me a few years back. I always keep inspiring stories, in case I need them for myself or someone else. Guess what? I think your day has come to read it! It's the story of a woman from California who has gone through hehll and back and I think it could do you good to read it. Coincidentally, her name is Sylvia! :D I hope you're having a great day sweetie. I'm writing here, because I think it's the only place I can attach a Word document. Please let me know if you can access it. If you can't, I will send it in a PM in 2 parts: it's worth it. So take care my friend and I hope to talk to you soon. Big hugs, sincMy%20Unfinished%20Story%20By%20Sylvia%20C%20Lopez.docerely, your friend Sylvie <3
Aug 2, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, I just came across a video that sounds very special so I thought I'd share it with you:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUuV-paWkko
Hope it's as pretty as they make it out to be... :D Take good care my friend. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie <3
Aug 13, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, thank you for your sweet message. :D I did have a great day, thank you! I had phone calls, a surprise present, great visit with my daughter, lots of love on the forum and Michael on TV! :D It’s wonderful to hear you were out with your family sweetie. Summer just goes too fast, doesn’t it? My son starts soon too. No problem about the support Silvia, you can “Lean on me”! :D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMbEOofifXY
As far as being a special person: it takes one to know one! :D lol I never get tired of you calling me “Michaelpedia”, how weird am I? XD Thank you for the smile sweetie and just before I let you go, here’s a video you might not have seen or heard because it’s unlisted:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6d6V-THd7M&feature=youtu.be
Hope you enjoy! :D Take good care of yourself my friend. Big warm bear hugs to you, sincerely, your friend Sylvie xxx
Sep 1, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hey Silvia, I'm very busy these days, but I want to let you know that I haven't forgotten about you and I'm working my way through my PM's slowly. In the meantime, I want to share this with you:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vQRkwZpBGY
It's a montage of Michael's vocal range and it's a sheer delight to listen to, to me anyway... Hope you enjoy it! Talk to you soon sweetie, take care. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie <3
Oct 3, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, good to read you sweetie! I’m not too bad: I have 3 upcoming musical events, including Michael’s concert in 90 days! :D Well it’s good to hear that it’s all about just checking up on you right now. I hope that your physical changes aren’t too much of a challenge. Well, I’ll be going to the Montreal concert, but not Quebec City. It’s only 3 hours away, but I’m not the one driving in the winter time and we can’t really afford the lodging. So be sure that I’ll thoroughly be enjoying the Montreal concert! :D I’ll be going with my youngest daughter and it’ll be her 1st MB concert so that’ll be fun. Well Silvia, I’m glad to hear your support system is still with you and it’s especially nice to hear you’re spending time with your husband. I used to have some nice conversations with my kids when we took walks together. I hope everyone in your family is doing well. My sister visited for a few days last week so that was fun: listening to music like teenagers and “watching” movies. My sister has RP also. Our time together passes too quickly though. Well I’m off to “watch” a video described movie while I have time. Thank you for writing Silvia, take good care of yourself and stay in touch, okay? You have a great weekend too sweetie, God bless. Big hugs, sincerely, Sylvie QC Canada :D
Nov 15, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, I came across this really nice video and thought of you:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdwT4H33TXI&feature=youtu.be
It's part of a set of videos from the Paduka concert last Friday, the rest are on the "New videos on YouTube" thread, hope you enjoy! :D Take good care of yourself sweetie and hope we talk again soon. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie :D
Dec 2, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, it’s so great to hear from you! We’re all fine here sweetie, thanks. I’m keeping busy with house projects and my kids are well. I’ve uploaded pictures of my new creation on my blog: it’s an Irish cottage. :D I’m also working on a special one for my grandbaby-to-be. :D The forum has been very entertaining in the past month. You’ve mentioned being tired, I’m guessing that’s a side effect of the latest treatment? Well at least, it sounds a lot more manageable than the previous one, so that’s an improvement! :D I’ll be sure to tell my friends about the happy developments and obviously very looking forward to them. I should be able to listen to the U.K. version of ANMHE soon, so looking forward to that too. I hope you have a pleasant summer to look forward too and a nice vacation with your kids sweetie. Thanks again for writing. Big warm hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie :D
May 16, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, thanks for your message, good to hear from you! I'll respond to your PM as soon as I can and thank you for your update. I do hope you're looking forward to the holidays! I will leave you with a pre-holiday present, hope you enjoy. :D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-8UGmCcNqA
Take good care my friend. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie xxx
Nov 27, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, great to hear from you sweetie! I hope you've been having a very special Easter surrounded by family. My eldest son took me to see my husband who's still recovering. We should know next week if he's one step closer to getting home. I'm grateful to be surrounded by good people and I'm still counting my blessings. :D Take good care sweetie and thanks for thinking of me today, God bless. Big hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie xxx
Apr 6, 2015
Gail
Thank you so much Silvia! I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year. Hope you are doing well! Love, Gail
Dec 24, 2015
sylvia doughty
Hi Silvia and thanks so much for your lovely message and hope all is well with you !!! :) Wishing you a super Christmas Day and hope the family spoil you rotten. All the very best Silvia and have a wonderful time !!! :)
Sylvia Your wee Scottish friend
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Dec 24, 2015
sylvia doughty
Dec 24, 2015
sylvie boisvert
Hi Silvia, great to hear from you! We're all fine here and I should be visiting my grandkids over the weekend, so that's all I need for now. I hope you have a wonderful Easter weekend sweetie and I hope we can catch up with the news soon. Take good care Silvia and thanks for writing. Sending you big warm hugs, sincerely, your friend Sylvie <3
Mar 24, 2016
Gail
Silvia, thank you! So good to hear from you. Hope you are doing well. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Easter as well! Gail
Mar 25, 2016