Girl on Fire (Rosann)
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Post by Girl on Fire (Rosann) on Feb 25, 2005 15:23:55 GMT
I don't want anyone to think that there are fingers to be pointed at various people because ultimately, it is one's decision in the end.
Something that baffles me on the whole subject is how many of the people on this site, including myself, watched Michael during 1997 and knew something was very wrong. We were not there everyday but, we knew him well enough to know he wasn't looking well. We are not rocket scientists. I believe someone wrote in the fan section how they somehow knew it was the last time they would see him.
The people who saw him everyday of that year had to feel something in their gut. When you are someone's friend, you know when things are off or when you need to pull them aside and say let's have coffee and talk. Some of these people knew him from the very beginning. It just seems odd that no red flags went up.
Again, this is not to cause conflict or a battle. I just feel that the puzzle pieces just will not fit together on this subject.
No offense to Momma Boss and Trixiiy. I see your point also.
Rosann
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Post by Trixiiy on Feb 25, 2005 19:36:14 GMT
Hi Rosann,
to me your posts didn`t appear offensive at all. Also mine wasn`t meant so in turn. Thats why I said, I understand all the questions though. Only I think that all the concerned people must have a hard time now given those facts. But this doesn`t help anyone either. I cannot speak for Michael of course. How could I. But I think he would not want anyone feel bad about what happened in his life these last two years and finally. But again Rosann....no offense either. I see your point very clearly and understand very well. It wouldn`t be normal or I would have to be someone blind not seeing this.
Love, Trixiiy
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Post by Tina Hutchence on Feb 26, 2005 1:12:42 GMT
When the fans saw him on stage - forgetting his own lyrics - they probably assumed he was having an off night. When I saw him at the Greek Theater in July of 1997 I thought he gave a great performance - but I was also fixated by Johnny Depp's bobbing hat in front of me. It is the people who saw him performance after performance and filled his prescriptions and travelled with him................they must ask the questions over and over and over.........They certainly don't want to talk about it.
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Post by Cathy on Feb 26, 2005 1:33:10 GMT
You are right Tina, Michael did put on a great performance at the Greek Theater. (wow to realize I was in the same air space as both Michael and Johnny Depp! LOL) Anyway, his performance in San Diego two nights later was definately an "off night"
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Post by Momma Boss on Feb 26, 2005 1:42:03 GMT
Hi Rosann, I agree with you. I as many of us saw the change in Michael especially from 95-97 When Elegantly Wasted came out I'll admit up front to saying WHAT HAPPENED TO HIM.??He was still beautiful but he had obviouly gone through a lot in such a short time.No doubt a lot of people tried to talk to him,but he probably changed the subject, told them he was fine, and quickly ran away from the situation.No matter the decline, no one could have imagined what the outcome would have been. I know if they thought so they would have moved heaven and earth to save him.One thing that was obvious he didn't realize he lived with satan!! She used their child as a pawn in her game to try to make michael marry her and completely control him. He Looked at her as a "damsel in distress" and he was some "Knight in shining armor". No Doubt he couldn't be convinced that she was manipulative and was the instigator of the press being informed of their locations and relentlessly hounding them. Frankly he was naive when it came to her. Strictly my opinion, No authority by any means!! I didn't see anything in your post that would have offended me,I sure hope I didn't offend anyone. Lynne
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Girl on Fire (Rosann)
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Post by Girl on Fire (Rosann) on Feb 26, 2005 4:50:56 GMT
I guess we all have our feelings about this subject. Basically, all the same. We cherished Michael and his music.
I was just worried my passion rose to the top when I posted.
You guys are great. I am glad I can come here and share.
Love and Peace, Rosann
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nadia
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Post by nadia on Mar 8, 2005 0:48:07 GMT
Dear Tina (and all involved), today (ahh, only today) i checked your splendid site again and found that fantastic update - "Just a Man" chapters.. Strange thing, but i didn't read the book yet, so this updates mean * a lot * 2 me. I read them all now, and waiting 4 next part.. Thank you, * thank you * & Patricia for such great memories, for sharing them with us, Michael's fans. "Prologue" was hard to read.. So much feelings crushed on me. I find all chapters interesting (much more then simple 'interesting', but can't pick out the right words), sorry i'm saying this all in "Prologue" section of messageboard. Even don't know what to say now, still have my hands trembling (yes) - just Thank You once again. All this moments about little Mike and Rhett, the way of your family.. Thank You and everybody who made this site//
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Post by VoodooBaby on Mar 13, 2005 14:11:20 GMT
Welcome nadia! I'm glad you're reading the excerpts from the book & learning more! There is more interesting & eye opening things to come in future chapters!!
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lisag
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Post by lisag on Aug 12, 2005 9:50:16 GMT
This chapter sends chills up my spine. It's the news that every family fears. I've experienced losing my Grandfather, but nothing like this. I hope it never happens to me, but I know it could happen to anyone.
When I was in Brisbane, they were playing "Beautiful Girl" on continuous loop and it brought back memories of how Patrica was enjoying some shopping at Lancome just moments before learning the tragic news.
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Mimi
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Post by Mimi on Feb 5, 2010 22:21:53 GMT
Tina and Patricia, First of all I want to thank you so much for putting this book on the website. I have been trying to gt it for awhile,but have not been able to. I have just finished reading the prologue,and cannot stop crying for so many reasons. I feel like I am back at that day when I was watching t.v.,and the report came acroos that Michael had passed. I immediately started crying,and did not want to believe it. At that moment I realised what all those millions of Elvis fans must have felt like when they learned that the musical love of their life was no longer around. I understood why they mourned the way they did. I spent the better part of that week crying. As I sat reading the prologue,I could feel my heart breaking allover again. This time it was for a few more reasons. I too am a mother and sister. My children and I have a very close relationship,we are very much in love with eachother. I cry a bit more at the thought that I may ever lose one of them,or them at their ages to lose me. I know that some see my way of dealing with certain situations by putting myself in the other persons shoes,considering how they must feel, as not a good thing. However I cannot help it,for it is my nature,thats just how my heart works. I live by the do unto others rule.I am the oldest child in my family,and generaly the "fixer"of all with both family and friends. Sometimes it can be alot to deal with,but again,thats how my heart works. I tend not to believe most of what I believe written in the press about any celebrity. I really appreciate that you two would write this book. I understand that you wrote it as therapy for you,but it is also a bit theraputic for all of us that loved Michael so much. This gives us a truthful look at what a wonderful person he was. Again,thank you so much. Amy Sorry for such a long post.
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