Bonsoir Amie, I was just about to get off the computer, but wanted to reassure you: I'm not dead! :D I just finished today's obligatory computer filing after sending a message to my friend who's going through radiation therapy and I'm happy to say: you're next on my dance card! :D I will write to you this week Amie. Thanks so much for keeping in touch, I appreciate it. Prends soin de toi ma belle et à bientôt! Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonsoir Amie, pour répondre à ta question: OUIIIII!!!lol I love that he put it in his music room and I agree that the songs he writes himself are the best. Je suis très contente pour toi que ton français s'améliore ma belle! :D Sorry I haven't written in a while sweetie: hubby's been on vacation and I'm just trying to catch up this week. You'll need to tell me all about the club français, d'accord? :D Prends soin de toi et à très bientôt j'espère. Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie
P. S.: Thank you again for having made the fan quilt possible! <3
There is another talk at the Waterford Library on September 11th at 7 pm in jWaterford, CT. It isn't on the main calendar right now but should be shortly. The date previously selected that some of you alerted me to was a conflict for Michael and it was changed to the 11th. As soon as the Library gets things straight on their calendar it will be posted. Gail
I got this article regarding the September 10th interview at the JCC in Woodbridge, CT:
Tuesday, Sept. 10
Michael Bolton visit — Colin McEnroe, host of The Colin McEnroe Show on Connecticut Public Radio, will sit down with singer/songwriter Michael Bolton for a candid discussion about his recently published memoir, his life and his music on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the Jewish Community Center in Woodbridge. The event is part of the JCC’s Perspectives speakers series at 7:30 p.m. that night. Tickets are $27 ($25 for JCC members), and are available at the door.
So this is the same person that aired an interview today on his own show.
Bonsoir Amie, well first, thank you for the birthday wishes: yeah, we’re 3 days apart! Phew, poor mom who was in labor for that long! Lol That’s why I mentioned sharing my birthday the lasttime I wrote. Don’t worry, I know you have a lot on your plate girl and thank you! :D BTW, the Waterford author talk price includes a signed book sweetie. Oh I hope you can make Woodbridge! Colin McEnroe from CT Public Radio will be conducting the interview. Oh chute, Amie, speaking of which, check this page out:
Françoise posted a link to a terrific 50 minute interview, if you can spare it. Just click on “download audio”, but you can choose to only listen. I really wish you could have your moment with MBAmie, especially if you can slip in a word about “The crystal train”... What have you got to lose, right? Hey you know what? I’ve had a strange metaphysical revelation recently. I’ll spare you the details, but I’m still chin-deep in my Jacques Brel study and I realized he’s the same astrological and Chinese sign as my husband! Strange coincidence... :D Anyway, please keep me posted Amie and merde for the 10th! Prends soin de toi ma belle et à bientôt! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Bonjour Amie, doing the rounds on the forum, I found this lovely inspirational story Brigitte G shared on the "I thought it would be nice..." thread, in the "off topic " section:
Bonsoir Amie, glad you enjoyed it. I forwarded it to a few people including Gail and she said she'd forward it to MB's office, she made my day! :D I thought of you again today, because there was a contest to win tix for tonight's event. I'm gonna try and listen to it on-line, at 8:00, unless our Michael is on BST (Bolton standard time). :D Take care Amie, talk to you soon. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie
Bonsoir Amie, mais non, ça ne me dérange pas: je suis honorée! :D I've been thinking of you this week, wondering if you had been able to make it to Woodbridge, although I have a feeling you didn't. I've noticed Michael's schedule seems to be somehow out of wack recently with dates being switched, other dates canceled. He keeps flying all over the place too: he's in Canada this weekend. I might be able to catch him on TV, who knows. En tous cas, amuse-toi bien avec ton club de français ma chère et à bientôt j'espère. Prends soin de toi. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Merci de me laisser savoir Amie, j'apprécie! :D Mon mari a installé le mécanisme dans mon prochain chef-d'oeuvre; le chalet irlandais, alors je vais m'y mettre bientôt. Merci encore de ton support! :D Fais attention à toi et bonne semaine. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Bonsoir Amie, je te réponds vite-vite, pour que tu aies le temps de me lire. I’m sorry to hear about John, but it’s good to know he’s well remembered with fondness and his initiative is still moving forward. Girl, you’ll be in my thoughts on the way to Vegas and hope you cross Serena or other interesting folks on the way... ;D I do think you should E-mail Gail and state your case directly and concisely, so it would make sense to her to pass your request on to either MB’s office or his manager: you may have more luck. It’s hit or miss but you’ll know you gave it your best shot. Okay ma chère, je dois y aller, mais merci pour ta note. Be careful out there and vaya con dios my friend! Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie <3
Bonsoir Amie, Gail is the best, no buts about it! If you read this during the day Saturday the 28th, wish her a happy birthday. Bonne route ma belle et fais bien attention à toi. Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonsoir ma chère, je pense à toi et j'espère que tout va bien pour toi en ce moment. I just came across this article that you might find pretty interesting.
Bonjour Amie, thanks for taking the time on the road to write. I thought you might enjoy seeing the house pics at least. I’m sorry to hear of your bad experience with Op. Hope. I suppose there's good and bad everywhere... I’m keeping my fingers crossed for the Wpt author talk, sounds to me like Marta & Kelly were pretty persistent with the publisher so if that’s all it takes, you’re in like Flynn! :D Glad to hear your friend likes my music boxes. Amie, you’re too sweet, thanks for being such a good publicist for me! lol Take good care sweetie and stay safe, talk to you soon. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonsoir mademoiselle, I hope you've enjoyed your breweries tour! You're right, I wouldn't think of putting beer and chocolate together, but then again, I suppose I don't have the pallet for it. I'm sure that should be very interesting. Amie, I just wanted to share that I'm taking a big leap of faith in hoping it works out, devine qui s'en vient à Montréal? I'll give you 3 guesses! XD God bless this forum, everyone is cheering for me and I'll need all the positive vibes I can get and since I know you've got strong ones, if you could spare just one for me, I'd be much obliged... :D My fingers and eyes are busy for myself, but got my toes crossed for you on your trek and destination. Prends soin de toi ma chère et à bientôt j'espère! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonsoir Amie, well hubby did come through: I'm going! XD My seats are in the mezonine, which is the 3rd level, but at least, I'll be there! It's the first time I have "My events" on my page... :D I will need to hear all about your trip, once you can relax a little. I hope everything went well. Take good care sweetie and drive safely, talk to you soon. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Allo Amie, I just wanted to say a quick hi because I know it's been a while. I've been crazy busy and it doesn't look like it's letting up much. Anyway, I just wanted to keep in touch, hope you've had a nice Thanksgiving and I just hope you're doing well and taking care of yourself. I've sent my holliday PM already, but hope to start on a personal reply to you soon. I'm off to the recital today! Take care my friend and God bless. Gro câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonjour mademoiselle, just touching base quickly, but wondering how you're doing with this lovely weather we're having. I thought of you this week because they were asking this question on the radio: to what destination would you buy a one-way ticket if you could? :D I know you're having similar weather we're having up here and I think it's just crazy to have to empty a 40 pound bag of salt in your driveway! Take good care of yourself Amie, stay safe and watch your derrière if you go out! :D Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonsoir ma chère, 2 minutes pour te dire un gros merci: j'ai reçu ton livre vendredi!I had "blind" computer problems on Friday and out to the opera yesterday and had a fabulous time! Enfin, merci encore pour le livre! Fais attention à toi et à bientôt. Câlins chaleureux, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
eh bien chère Amie, je vais aussi pouvoir converser avec toi en francais d après ce que je vois :-) that s fantastic! ....bons baisers et à très bientôt, Christine :D
Bonsoir Amie, I know, long time no see... :D I just wanted to let you know that if you hop on over to my creations blog, my Irish cottage is finally finished! I hope to talk to you more soon sweetie, take care. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonjour mademoiselle, well first, welcome back! Now second,I've just read your post on Michael's latest blog and wanted to give you an update. Someone reported yesterday that Michael was to host the inauguration of a new Rodney Dangerfield exhibit at the Grammy Museum next November, which might have something to do with working with Sinbad. I don't know this for a fact, but this is speculation based on clues: Inspector Sylvie on the trail! lol I'd been having trouble with my connection, but now I'm back to tackling my PM pile, so I'll be in touch as soon as I can. Prends soin de toi ma belle et à bientôt! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonsoir Amie, well, that was a short gig, wasn't it? Well at least, I'm glad you had the opportunity to try and make something new... :D FYI, I was completely off the mark with my speculations, but you should check out Twitter: Michael has apparently spectacular pics from BC. Take good care of yourself in those salt mines ma chère. :D Gros câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Bonsoir Amie, I meant your housesitting gig seemed short, because you told me about it and it was over... Now as far as wanting to be elsewhere, isn't that the story of your life? :D Well, you've got one up on me: I've never flown in a helicopter. It was kind of nice thinking Michael was in Canada... En tous cas, just passing by, checking messages, but I have to go prove my worth after a long phone call so I'm out. Prends soin de toi ma belle et à bientôt! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonjour mademoiselle, I just wanted to come in for a minute and wish you the happiest of birthdays! I hope you’ve had a great day so far and were able to spend it doing things you love. :D Prends soin de toi ma chère et joyeux anniversaire! Câlins, de tout Coeur, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonjour Amie, you’re welcome for the card. Most of my friends are Anglophones, so I don’t get to use French ones often... :D Funny you’ve mentioned house-sitting, because I know one of your favourite perks is kitty snuggle time and I was debating whether to share a Pachelbel or a kitty birthday video! Lol Glad to hear you’ll enjoy more comfort for a while. Hmm, your friends are original in their holiday destinations. Thanks for the tip, I’ll check out Degas’ ballerinas. Was Degas from the baroque period too? BTW, while searching for a nice Cannon, I found this version I quite enjoyed:
I’m glad you got your card and actually saw it in time this year. I felt bad I was always late in previous years... :D BTW, if you have a minute, I’ve posted my latest output on “My creations” blog: another 3 month undertaking given away. It was worth it though. Well anyway, I hope to catch up more in length soon my friend. You take good care of yourself Amie, enjoy your house-sitting et à bientôt! Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonsoir Amie, I'd never heard such a long music box version of the Cannon, so I thought it was really special. Thanks for telling me about Degas, I thought he was a composer... :D Thanks in advance for the card, you didn't have to sweetie: late or not, it'll be appreciated, thanks! A friend of mine says that babies, at that age, change every half hour and he's not exactly exagerating by much. I've held my granddaughter 3 times in one month and I can already tell she's gaining weight. You can be sure grandma will spoil her as much as she can... :D Her bear took a lot of work, but if she'd ask me for another one, I'd be happy to oblige. :D Well anyway, thanks for the preemptive wishes my friend, take good care. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonsoir Amie, just to let you know, I've just recieved your very sweet and thoughtful card, so I can stretch my birthday week! lol Tu es vraiment gentille Amie, j'apprécie! Hope all is well with you. I've just finished reading "Under the Tuscan sun", the unabridged version and just want to go have dinner at Frances Mayes' house! Her book is a blind girl's descriptive dreams come true... Have you ever visited Italy Amie? If you'd like to, virtually, I would recommend this book, which is much different from the movie. En tous cas, merci encore ma chère, gros câlins, de tout coeur, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonjour Amie, about “Under the Tuscan sun”, I borrowed the movie first, for the rom- com aspect of it, but when I learned it was based on a book, I wanted to read it. There were 2 versions: abridged read by the author and regular version, so I borrowed both. I quickly realized, thanks to the commentary, that the movie is very loosely based on the book. The book mostly centers on the documentation of the renovation of an abandoned villa called Brama-Sole (yearning for the sun) and is described as biographical. The movie develops characters only mentioned in the book and ads the romance aspect to make it a chick-flick. Amie, I’ll tell ya: it’s a descriptive fest for the senses! Frances Mayes was/is also a travel writer, so the discovery of her area, marinated in the Italian culture is just delightful. Venice sounds like a cool place to visit and Wales too. My favourite baritone is from Wales, if I haven’t mentioned him before, his name is Bryn Terfel.
Now I may or may not have sent this one in a PM, but it bares repeating: Bryn Terfel with my favourite song of his and to me, the definitive version of this song, “Send in the clowns”:
So what do you want to see in France Amie? If I were ever to go, I think the first place I’d go would be the Garnier and then Notre-Dame, just to inhale the culture... I know there's more to France than just Paris, depending on how much time you can spend. Maybe I'd visit Belgiam and the Marquises islands... I know you really enjoy that housesitting gig Amie, but hope you can pull out those sweaters if you want to sit out this week: fall is already knocking at the door! We’re all fine here Amie, thanks for asking. The forum is unusually quiet, so I’ve been doing extremely well catching up with PM’s, so should catch up in length pretty soon, before my visitors get here. I will leave you with the rich goodness of Bryn Terfel’s voice, enjoy! Prends soin de toi ma chère et à bientôt. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonjour Amie, a quick message because I read the following in the Delilah newsletter and thought you might find it interesting:
"Read The #1 New York Times Bestseller Orphan Train Orphantrain_border
Orphans around the world and children in foster care are very close to my heart. It tears me apart thinking about children who grow up without the love of a forever family. I can't believe it's a reality in America that children can age out of the foster care system with no home to return to -- it's heart wrenching.
But every so often, from the ashes of a lonely childhood, a story will emerge that restores your faith in how God intertwines people's lives so we meet just the right people at just the right time. And with that, I introduce you to Orphan Train, my featured book for June...
Molly Ayer is close to "aging out" out of the foster care system. A community service position helping an elderly woman clean out her home is the only thing keeping Molly out of juvie and worse...
As she helps Vivian sort through her possessions and memories, Molly learns that she and Vivian aren't as different as they seem to be. A young Irish immigrant orphaned in New York City, Vivian was put on a train to the Midwest with hundreds of other children whose destinies would be determined by luck and chance.
Molly discovers that she has the power to help Vivian find answers to mysteries that have haunted her for her entire life-answers that will ultimately free them both..."
Sounds like the kind of novel Kelsey would write.:D Take good care Amie and hope to write again soon. Gros câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonsoir Amie, how are you girl? Well, I hope. Listen, I hope to be able to catch up soon, but I wanted to take a minute to wish you a joyeux anniversaire! I hope you've had a wonderful day and taken full advantage of just being alive and enjoying life for the sake of it. I wish you good health and great success in your endeavours in the next year and a good hold on a positive outlook. Prends soin de toi ma chère et à bientôt j'espère! Bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonjour du Canada Amie! I got your message and thanks for thinking of me while so far away! :D I will write soon, I've been working extra hard to go through my PM pile. We had a busy summer and even busier fall. I will write in length as soon as I can. In the meantime, I can tell you I'm doing better now, after suffering a great loss in my life, which I'll go into in a PM. I will wish you great fortune and a big "merde" in your endeavours. Take good care of yourself sweetie. Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Un joyeux Noël à toi aussi Amie! We've just had a really nice and sweet Christmas, winding down after eating enough sweets to last us until Valentine's day. :D I do hope you've had the kind of exotic day you were hoping for, worry-free for a few hours and maybe even missing the cold a little... ;D It's around the freezing mark over here and getting a bit warmer in the next few days, but we've had a somewhat white Christmas, so can't complain. :D Talk to you soon ma chère, prends soin de toi. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Bonjour Amie, I’m doing okay, thanks for asking, hope you are too. Just a quick message today. I was surprised too that we had no sign of Michael. Sylvia said the look of both FB and Twitter were changed to coincide with the release of the new CD next month and she wondered when it would be done here. While checking the main page, I read the title “Songs of cinema”, but it seemed a bit underwhelming, so I have no clue. I think his mini florida tour started yesterday, but no reviews or anything and then I heard about the shooting in Florida... (sigh) Frankly, all I can say about 2017 is that I’m glad 2016 is done... XD Talk to you soon mon amie, working on a few novels and hoping for you that you’re doing the same. ;D Prends soin de toi and keep me posted. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Bonsoir Amie, well I'm wondering how that little lizzard got there, but if he's a sign of good luck, more power to you! :D I'd suggest not to leave any food around though, unless you want him to stick around... I guess all I can say is "merde" ma chère... :D Prends soin de toi Amie et à bientôt! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonjour Amie, I’m working slowly on a novel for you and thought I’d leave a special “hello” especially for you, by this Belgian singer named Claude Michel
Bonsoir Amie, or bonjour for you, I had sent you that song because of the title, of course. :D Claude Michel wrote really tortured artist songs, but he had a great voice in the late 70s. Now, as I'm still workig on a 2 part reply to you, I'll send you a gorgeous and inspiring piece I heard on the radio today. It's by an Italian born composer with Sweedish parents that emigrated to Canada many years ago. Forgive me if I'd sent it to you before, but if I did, it bares repeating. This one is called "Affairs of the heart":
Ah, I love this piece so much, I can't see straight! XD I have this CD that also contains "Postcards from the sky" and "Passion of angels" and they're all more gorgeous than the previous one, I hope you enjoy. Talk to you soon, prends soin de toi. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonjour Amie, I've been thinking about you and your corner of the world a lot lately, due to our man's latest endeavours. Our wee Scottish friend has been generous with pictures and descriptions and I thought you would definitely enjoy this one:
Bonjour Amie, since you may not have time to scan the hole site, I just wanted to share what I posted in the birthday thread: "Hi everyone, I'm not sure she'll have the leasure to look in, but I want to wish my friend Amie Angeli the happiest of birthdays! I know you'll find a way to make it special and want to wish you best success in your future endeavours. Bonne chance ma chère! Take good care. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx" Prends soin de toi et bonne journée!:D
Bonjour Amie! I’m glad to hear you’ve had a special birthday. :D Ooh, it must have been an interesting evening of conversation! Our Michael had been there for a couple of months, filming his show for Star World Asia. I wondered if you could catch that channel. Well anyway, Thank you for the birthday wishes sweetie, I appreciate it very much. I will let you know when I get your card and glad you told me you mailed it from there, because I thought you’d mailed it from CT and feared it was lost in the mail. Thanks again very much Amie. I’m getting back into replying to PMs, so I hope to write more soon. Take good care. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Bonsoir Amie, well first, I wanted to let you know I got my card in the mail today! I loved the idea of the kitty, thanks for the good wishes! It’s my very first card from Cambodia! XD I do hope for you that all this traveling is pumping up the creative juices, or at least filling up your heart tank. :D That’s really great finding your friend again and do hope you enjoy your time and/or stay in Bangkok. You’ll need to tell me all about it. :D I had a more than amazing day Amie, seriously: beyond expectations. :D Take good care mon amie and hope we talk soon. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Bonsoir Amie, I read your comment on Michael's blog earlier today and wanted to share this with you. I'm copy-pasting one of Sylvia's posts and not sure how it'll come out, so wish me merde!
Michael has sent below tweet along with pic which shows him with his blue guitar as though he is playing it and it is an advert for Subaru as well as for Bolt of Talent and in the left hand corner coming along and by Michael's face and taking up three lines are the words "Michael Bolton in the Asian Dream Tour" Up in right hand corner is the word "Subaru" in capitals and down in left hand corner underneath Michael's arm is written: "Presented by Forester" and their is a pic of a Subaru car. Believe Forester is the dealership for Subaru in the Asian countries Michael has visited.
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, I was just about to get off the computer, but wanted to reassure you: I'm not dead! :D I just finished today's obligatory computer filing after sending a message to my friend who's going through radiation therapy and I'm happy to say: you're next on my dance card! :D I will write to you this week Amie. Thanks so much for keeping in touch, I appreciate it. Prends soin de toi ma belle et à bientôt! Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Jun 9, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, j’ai une surprise pour toi:
http://sheltonherald.com/22012/singer-michael-bolton-to-discuss-his...
:D Let me hear from you, take care. Gros câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Jul 22, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, pour répondre à ta question: OUIIIII!!!lol I love that he put it in his music room and I agree that the songs he writes himself are the best. Je suis très contente pour toi que ton français s'améliore ma belle! :D Sorry I haven't written in a while sweetie: hubby's been on vacation and I'm just trying to catch up this week. You'll need to tell me all about the club français, d'accord? :D Prends soin de toi et à très bientôt j'espère. Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie
P. S.: Thank you again for having made the fan quilt possible! <3
Jul 31, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour ma chère,je partage cette vidéo avec toi car elle semble spéciale:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUuV-paWkko
À bientôt et bonne journée! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Aug 13, 2013
meggy
Hey Amie,
Just saw where Michael is gonna be in New Haven...I sure hope you get to attend this event! Upscale:)!
Mary (meg's mom)!
Aug 20, 2013
meggy
Hey Amie,
It was just posted on the tour update:)! Contact Gail:)! Good Luck! I'm so glad to hear you got to go to the Shop!
Thanks for the update:)!
Mary (meg's mom)!
Aug 21, 2013
meggy
Hey girl, If by chance you get to go, we want Details! And maybe you will get the chance to ask him how he liked the "Wall-Hanging"...never know:)!
Mary (meg's mom)!
Aug 22, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, Gail just posted this on the "MB dates added" thread:
Reply by Gail 58 minutes ago
There is another talk at the Waterford Library on September 11th at 7 pm in jWaterford, CT. It isn't on the main calendar right now but should be shortly. The date previously selected that some of you alerted me to was a conflict for Michael and it was changed to the 11th. As soon as the Library gets things straight on their calendar it will be posted. Gail
http://www.waterfordpubliclibrary.org/
I'm not sure if this means the Juish library one was moved or what, just passing it along. Bonne semaine! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Aug 27, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Reply by Gail 2 hours ago
I got this article regarding the September 10th interview at the JCC in Woodbridge, CT:
Tuesday, Sept. 10
Michael Bolton visit — Colin McEnroe, host of The Colin McEnroe Show on Connecticut Public Radio, will sit down with singer/songwriter Michael Bolton for a candid discussion about his recently published memoir, his life and his music on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the Jewish Community Center in Woodbridge. The event is part of the JCC’s Perspectives speakers series at 7:30 p.m. that night. Tickets are $27 ($25 for JCC members), and are available at the door.
So this is the same person that aired an interview today on his own show.
Sep 5, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, well first, thank you for the birthday wishes: yeah, we’re 3 days apart! Phew, poor mom who was in labor for that long! Lol That’s why I mentioned sharing my birthday the lasttime I wrote. Don’t worry, I know you have a lot on your plate girl and thank you! :D BTW, the Waterford author talk price includes a signed book sweetie. Oh I hope you can make Woodbridge! Colin McEnroe from CT Public Radio will be conducting the interview. Oh chute, Amie, speaking of which, check this page out:
http://www.michaelbolton.com/forum/topics/miscellany-but-exceptiona...
Françoise posted a link to a terrific 50 minute interview, if you can spare it. Just click on “download audio”, but you can choose to only listen. I really wish you could have your moment with MBAmie, especially if you can slip in a word about “The crystal train”... What have you got to lose, right? Hey you know what? I’ve had a strange metaphysical revelation recently. I’ll spare you the details, but I’m still chin-deep in my Jacques Brel study and I realized he’s the same astrological and Chinese sign as my husband! Strange coincidence... :D Anyway, please keep me posted Amie and merde for the 10th! Prends soin de toi ma belle et à bientôt! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Sep 6, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, doing the rounds on the forum, I found this lovely inspirational story Brigitte G shared on the "I thought it would be nice..." thread, in the "off topic " section:
http://www.therecord.com/news-story/4069885-after-a-car-crash-paren...
I thought you might enjoy. Prends soin de toi ma belle et bonne semaine! bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Sep 9, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, glad you enjoyed it. I forwarded it to a few people including Gail and she said she'd forward it to MB's office, she made my day! :D I thought of you again today, because there was a contest to win tix for tonight's event. I'm gonna try and listen to it on-line, at 8:00, unless our Michael is on BST (Bolton standard time). :D Take care Amie, talk to you soon. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie
Sep 10, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, mais non, ça ne me dérange pas: je suis honorée! :D I've been thinking of you this week, wondering if you had been able to make it to Woodbridge, although I have a feeling you didn't. I've noticed Michael's schedule seems to be somehow out of wack recently with dates being switched, other dates canceled. He keeps flying all over the place too: he's in Canada this weekend. I might be able to catch him on TV, who knows. En tous cas, amuse-toi bien avec ton club de français ma chère et à bientôt j'espère. Prends soin de toi. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Sep 14, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Merci de me laisser savoir Amie, j'apprécie! :D Mon mari a installé le mécanisme dans mon prochain chef-d'oeuvre; le chalet irlandais, alors je vais m'y mettre bientôt. Merci encore de ton support! :D Fais attention à toi et bonne semaine. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Sep 16, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, je te réponds vite-vite, pour que tu aies le temps de me lire. I’m sorry to hear about John, but it’s good to know he’s well remembered with fondness and his initiative is still moving forward. Girl, you’ll be in my thoughts on the way to Vegas and hope you cross Serena or other interesting folks on the way... ;D I do think you should E-mail Gail and state your case directly and concisely, so it would make sense to her to pass your request on to either MB’s office or his manager: you may have more luck. It’s hit or miss but you’ll know you gave it your best shot. Okay ma chère, je dois y aller, mais merci pour ta note. Be careful out there and vaya con dios my friend! Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie <3
Sep 22, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, Gail is the best, no buts about it! If you read this during the day Saturday the 28th, wish her a happy birthday. Bonne route ma belle et fais bien attention à toi. Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Sep 28, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir ma chère, je pense à toi et j'espère que tout va bien pour toi en ce moment. I just came across this article that you might find pretty interesting.
http://www.westport-news.com/news/article/Opening-doors-to-Hope-on-...
Take good care of yourself mon amie and hope to hear from you soon. bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Oct 1, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, thanks for taking the time on the road to write. I thought you might enjoy seeing the house pics at least. I’m sorry to hear of your bad experience with Op. Hope. I suppose there's good and bad everywhere... I’m keeping my fingers crossed for the Wpt author talk, sounds to me like Marta & Kelly were pretty persistent with the publisher so if that’s all it takes, you’re in like Flynn! :D Glad to hear your friend likes my music boxes. Amie, you’re too sweet, thanks for being such a good publicist for me! lol Take good care sweetie and stay safe, talk to you soon. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Oct 2, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir mademoiselle, I hope you've enjoyed your breweries tour! You're right, I wouldn't think of putting beer and chocolate together, but then again, I suppose I don't have the pallet for it. I'm sure that should be very interesting. Amie, I just wanted to share that I'm taking a big leap of faith in hoping it works out, devine qui s'en vient à Montréal? I'll give you 3 guesses! XD God bless this forum, everyone is cheering for me and I'll need all the positive vibes I can get and since I know you've got strong ones, if you could spare just one for me, I'd be much obliged... :D My fingers and eyes are busy for myself, but got my toes crossed for you on your trek and destination. Prends soin de toi ma chère et à bientôt j'espère! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Oct 9, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, well hubby did come through: I'm going! XD My seats are in the mezonine, which is the 3rd level, but at least, I'll be there! It's the first time I have "My events" on my page... :D I will need to hear all about your trip, once you can relax a little. I hope everything went well. Take good care sweetie and drive safely, talk to you soon. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Oct 14, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Allo Amie, I just wanted to say a quick hi because I know it's been a while. I've been crazy busy and it doesn't look like it's letting up much. Anyway, I just wanted to keep in touch, hope you've had a nice Thanksgiving and I just hope you're doing well and taking care of yourself. I've sent my holliday PM already, but hope to start on a personal reply to you soon. I'm off to the recital today! Take care my friend and God bless. Gro câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Dec 8, 2013
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour mademoiselle, just touching base quickly, but wondering how you're doing with this lovely weather we're having. I thought of you this week because they were asking this question on the radio: to what destination would you buy a one-way ticket if you could? :D I know you're having similar weather we're having up here and I think it's just crazy to have to empty a 40 pound bag of salt in your driveway! Take good care of yourself Amie, stay safe and watch your derrière if you go out! :D Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Jan 11, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir ma chère, 2 minutes pour te dire un gros merci: j'ai reçu ton livre vendredi!I had "blind" computer problems on Friday and out to the opera yesterday and had a fabulous time! Enfin, merci encore pour le livre! Fais attention à toi et à bientôt. Câlins chaleureux, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Feb 3, 2014
ChristineGdet
eh bien chère Amie, je vais aussi pouvoir converser avec toi en francais d après ce que je vois :-) that s fantastic! ....bons baisers et à très bientôt, Christine :D
Apr 15, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, I know, long time no see... :D I just wanted to let you know that if you hop on over to my creations blog, my Irish cottage is finally finished! I hope to talk to you more soon sweetie, take care. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Apr 17, 2014
ChristineGdet
Amie,
I am happy you liked it :-)
Kind greetings
Christine
http://michaelbolton.com/profiles/blogs/munich-show-in-picture
May 25, 2014
ChristineGdet
Dear Amie,
please share the link to your family and / or friends! :-) Votre Christine
michaelbolton.com/profiles/blogs/conor-s-summer-experience-at-berklee
May 25, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour mademoiselle, well first, welcome back! Now second,I've just read your post on Michael's latest blog and wanted to give you an update. Someone reported yesterday that Michael was to host the inauguration of a new Rodney Dangerfield exhibit at the Grammy Museum next November, which might have something to do with working with Sinbad. I don't know this for a fact, but this is speculation based on clues: Inspector Sylvie on the trail! lol I'd been having trouble with my connection, but now I'm back to tackling my PM pile, so I'll be in touch as soon as I can. Prends soin de toi ma belle et à bientôt! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
P.S.: Passes une belle semaine!
Jul 7, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, well, that was a short gig, wasn't it? Well at least, I'm glad you had the opportunity to try and make something new... :D FYI, I was completely off the mark with my speculations, but you should check out Twitter: Michael has apparently spectacular pics from BC. Take good care of yourself in those salt mines ma chère. :D Gros câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Jul 8, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, I meant your housesitting gig seemed short, because you told me about it and it was over... Now as far as wanting to be elsewhere, isn't that the story of your life? :D Well, you've got one up on me: I've never flown in a helicopter. It was kind of nice thinking Michael was in Canada... En tous cas, just passing by, checking messages, but I have to go prove my worth after a long phone call so I'm out. Prends soin de toi ma belle et à bientôt! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Jul 11, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour mademoiselle, I just wanted to come in for a minute and wish you the happiest of birthdays! I hope you’ve had a great day so far and were able to spend it doing things you love. :D Prends soin de toi ma chère et joyeux anniversaire! Câlins, de tout Coeur, ton amie Sylvie :D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCZ3hcgqq5c
Aug 28, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, you’re welcome for the card. Most of my friends are Anglophones, so I don’t get to use French ones often... :D Funny you’ve mentioned house-sitting, because I know one of your favourite perks is kitty snuggle time and I was debating whether to share a Pachelbel or a kitty birthday video! Lol Glad to hear you’ll enjoy more comfort for a while. Hmm, your friends are original in their holiday destinations. Thanks for the tip, I’ll check out Degas’ ballerinas. Was Degas from the baroque period too? BTW, while searching for a nice Cannon, I found this version I quite enjoyed:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1EjzJT1OOM
I’m glad you got your card and actually saw it in time this year. I felt bad I was always late in previous years... :D BTW, if you have a minute, I’ve posted my latest output on “My creations” blog: another 3 month undertaking given away. It was worth it though. Well anyway, I hope to catch up more in length soon my friend. You take good care of yourself Amie, enjoy your house-sitting et à bientôt! Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Aug 28, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, I'd never heard such a long music box version of the Cannon, so I thought it was really special. Thanks for telling me about Degas, I thought he was a composer... :D Thanks in advance for the card, you didn't have to sweetie: late or not, it'll be appreciated, thanks! A friend of mine says that babies, at that age, change every half hour and he's not exactly exagerating by much. I've held my granddaughter 3 times in one month and I can already tell she's gaining weight. You can be sure grandma will spoil her as much as she can... :D Her bear took a lot of work, but if she'd ask me for another one, I'd be happy to oblige. :D Well anyway, thanks for the preemptive wishes my friend, take good care. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Aug 29, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, just to let you know, I've just recieved your very sweet and thoughtful card, so I can stretch my birthday week! lol Tu es vraiment gentille Amie, j'apprécie! Hope all is well with you. I've just finished reading "Under the Tuscan sun", the unabridged version and just want to go have dinner at Frances Mayes' house! Her book is a blind girl's descriptive dreams come true... Have you ever visited Italy Amie? If you'd like to, virtually, I would recommend this book, which is much different from the movie. En tous cas, merci encore ma chère, gros câlins, de tout coeur, ton amie Sylvie :D
Sep 9, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, about “Under the Tuscan sun”, I borrowed the movie first, for the rom- com aspect of it, but when I learned it was based on a book, I wanted to read it. There were 2 versions: abridged read by the author and regular version, so I borrowed both. I quickly realized, thanks to the commentary, that the movie is very loosely based on the book. The book mostly centers on the documentation of the renovation of an abandoned villa called Brama-Sole (yearning for the sun) and is described as biographical. The movie develops characters only mentioned in the book and ads the romance aspect to make it a chick-flick. Amie, I’ll tell ya: it’s a descriptive fest for the senses! Frances Mayes was/is also a travel writer, so the discovery of her area, marinated in the Italian culture is just delightful. Venice sounds like a cool place to visit and Wales too. My favourite baritone is from Wales, if I haven’t mentioned him before, his name is Bryn Terfel.
Bryn Terfel « My little Welsh home » :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GR4ed1FLnt0
Now I may or may not have sent this one in a PM, but it bares repeating: Bryn Terfel with my favourite song of his and to me, the definitive version of this song, “Send in the clowns”:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k174T_Ulafw
So what do you want to see in France Amie? If I were ever to go, I think the first place I’d go would be the Garnier and then Notre-Dame, just to inhale the culture... I know there's more to France than just Paris, depending on how much time you can spend. Maybe I'd visit Belgiam and the Marquises islands... I know you really enjoy that housesitting gig Amie, but hope you can pull out those sweaters if you want to sit out this week: fall is already knocking at the door! We’re all fine here Amie, thanks for asking. The forum is unusually quiet, so I’ve been doing extremely well catching up with PM’s, so should catch up in length pretty soon, before my visitors get here. I will leave you with the rich goodness of Bryn Terfel’s voice, enjoy! Prends soin de toi ma chère et à bientôt. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Sep 13, 2014
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, I just wanted to wish you a happy New Year of the goat:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3z12YKrizFE
http://www.iqiyi.com/w_19rs1cz4r1.html
Take good care mon amie et à bientôt! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Feb 20, 2015
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, a quick message because I read the following in the Delilah newsletter and thought you might find it interesting:
"Read The #1 New York Times Bestseller Orphan Train Orphantrain_border
Orphans around the world and children in foster care are very close to my heart. It tears me apart thinking about children who grow up without the love of a forever family. I can't believe it's a reality in America that children can age out of the foster care system with no home to return to -- it's heart wrenching.
But every so often, from the ashes of a lonely childhood, a story will emerge that restores your faith in how God intertwines people's lives so we meet just the right people at just the right time. And with that, I introduce you to Orphan Train, my featured book for June...
Molly Ayer is close to "aging out" out of the foster care system. A community service position helping an elderly woman clean out her home is the only thing keeping Molly out of juvie and worse...
As she helps Vivian sort through her possessions and memories, Molly learns that she and Vivian aren't as different as they seem to be. A young Irish immigrant orphaned in New York City, Vivian was put on a train to the Midwest with hundreds of other children whose destinies would be determined by luck and chance.
Molly discovers that she has the power to help Vivian find answers to mysteries that have haunted her for her entire life-answers that will ultimately free them both..."
Sounds like the kind of novel Kelsey would write.:D Take good care Amie and hope to write again soon. Gros câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Jun 3, 2015
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, how are you girl? Well, I hope. Listen, I hope to be able to catch up soon, but I wanted to take a minute to wish you a joyeux anniversaire! I hope you've had a wonderful day and taken full advantage of just being alive and enjoying life for the sake of it. I wish you good health and great success in your endeavours in the next year and a good hold on a positive outlook. Prends soin de toi ma chère et à bientôt j'espère! Bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Aug 28, 2015
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, un très joyeux anniversaire à toi,pour une journée pleine d'heureuses surprises! De tout coeur, câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDqsM2ZPT2g
Aug 27, 2016
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour du Canada Amie! I got your message and thanks for thinking of me while so far away! :D I will write soon, I've been working extra hard to go through my PM pile. We had a busy summer and even busier fall. I will write in length as soon as I can. In the meantime, I can tell you I'm doing better now, after suffering a great loss in my life, which I'll go into in a PM. I will wish you great fortune and a big "merde" in your endeavours. Take good care of yourself sweetie. Gros bisous et câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Nov 13, 2016
sylvie boisvert
Un joyeux Noël à toi aussi Amie! We've just had a really nice and sweet Christmas, winding down after eating enough sweets to last us until Valentine's day. :D I do hope you've had the kind of exotic day you were hoping for, worry-free for a few hours and maybe even missing the cold a little... ;D It's around the freezing mark over here and getting a bit warmer in the next few days, but we've had a somewhat white Christmas, so can't complain. :D Talk to you soon ma chère, prends soin de toi. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Dec 26, 2016
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, I’m doing okay, thanks for asking, hope you are too. Just a quick message today. I was surprised too that we had no sign of Michael. Sylvia said the look of both FB and Twitter were changed to coincide with the release of the new CD next month and she wondered when it would be done here. While checking the main page, I read the title “Songs of cinema”, but it seemed a bit underwhelming, so I have no clue. I think his mini florida tour started yesterday, but no reviews or anything and then I heard about the shooting in Florida... (sigh) Frankly, all I can say about 2017 is that I’m glad 2016 is done... XD Talk to you soon mon amie, working on a few novels and hoping for you that you’re doing the same. ;D Prends soin de toi and keep me posted. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Jan 8, 2017
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, well I'm wondering how that little lizzard got there, but if he's a sign of good luck, more power to you! :D I'd suggest not to leave any food around though, unless you want him to stick around... I guess all I can say is "merde" ma chère... :D Prends soin de toi Amie et à bientôt! Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Jan 25, 2017
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, I’m working slowly on a novel for you and thought I’d leave a special “hello” especially for you, by this Belgian singer named Claude Michel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qjz2_iV94PM
Hope you enjoy. Bonne journée ma chère, take care. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Mar 21, 2017
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, or bonjour for you, I had sent you that song because of the title, of course. :D Claude Michel wrote really tortured artist songs, but he had a great voice in the late 70s. Now, as I'm still workig on a 2 part reply to you, I'll send you a gorgeous and inspiring piece I heard on the radio today. It's by an Italian born composer with Sweedish parents that emigrated to Canada many years ago. Forgive me if I'd sent it to you before, but if I did, it bares repeating. This one is called "Affairs of the heart":
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWc62xO2O2c
Ah, I love this piece so much, I can't see straight! XD I have this CD that also contains "Postcards from the sky" and "Passion of angels" and they're all more gorgeous than the previous one, I hope you enjoy. Talk to you soon, prends soin de toi. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Apr 1, 2017
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, I've been thinking about you and your corner of the world a lot lately, due to our man's latest endeavours. Our wee Scottish friend has been generous with pictures and descriptions and I thought you would definitely enjoy this one:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BT0dwgEF-Mj/
I just hope this is the right link... XD Prends bien soin de toi ma chère et à bientôt j'espère. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
May 8, 2017
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie, since you may not have time to scan the hole site, I just wanted to share what I posted in the birthday thread:
"Hi everyone, I'm not sure she'll have the leasure to look in, but I want to wish my friend Amie Angeli the happiest of birthdays! I know you'll find a way to make it special and want to wish you best success in your future endeavours. Bonne chance ma chère! Take good care. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx"
Prends soin de toi et bonne journée!:D
Aug 27, 2017
sylvie boisvert
Bonjour Amie! I’m glad to hear you’ve had a special birthday. :D Ooh, it must have been an interesting evening of conversation! Our Michael had been there for a couple of months, filming his show for Star World Asia. I wondered if you could catch that channel. Well anyway, Thank you for the birthday wishes sweetie, I appreciate it very much. I will let you know when I get your card and glad you told me you mailed it from there, because I thought you’d mailed it from CT and feared it was lost in the mail. Thanks again very much Amie. I’m getting back into replying to PMs, so I hope to write more soon. Take good care. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Aug 29, 2017
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, well first, I wanted to let you know I got my card in the mail today! I loved the idea of the kitty, thanks for the good wishes! It’s my very first card from Cambodia! XD I do hope for you that all this traveling is pumping up the creative juices, or at least filling up your heart tank. :D That’s really great finding your friend again and do hope you enjoy your time and/or stay in Bangkok. You’ll need to tell me all about it. :D I had a more than amazing day Amie, seriously: beyond expectations. :D Take good care mon amie and hope we talk soon. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie xxx
Aug 31, 2017
sylvie boisvert
Bonsoir Amie, I read your comment on Michael's blog earlier today and wanted to share this with you. I'm copy-pasting one of Sylvia's posts and not sure how it'll come out, so wish me merde!
Michael has sent below tweet along with pic which shows him with his blue guitar as though he is playing it and it is an advert for Subaru as well as for Bolt of Talent and in the left hand corner coming along and by Michael's face and taking up three lines are the words "Michael Bolton in the Asian Dream Tour" Up in right hand corner is the word "Subaru" in capitals and down in left hand corner underneath Michael's arm is written: "Presented by Forester" and their is a pic of a Subaru car. Believe Forester is the dealership for Subaru in the Asian countries Michael has visited.
It's coming!! The winner of #boltoftalent will join me! #asiandreamtour #2017 https://www.instagram.com/p/BY_BH3tF0zp/
Have a great day Amie. Prends soin de toi. Câlins, sincèrement, ton amie Sylvie :D
Sep 14, 2017