Philadelphia PA tour thread from DDB
part one:
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Post by: J9BT on August 13, 2008, 01:57:58 PM
Hi everyone, just wanted to post a quick note that the DH's in Philly saw Jason today and he looked great, LOVED the Philly girls gift and spent lots of time talking and taking pix with all of us! There will be great pix coming soon... We also had sightings of Jersey Girl DH's! It was lots of fun getting t meet everyone! Daisy's DH daughter got one of Jason's guitar picks!!! More to come!
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Post by: sierrach on August 13, 2008, 02:00:11 PM
Thanks, needed our Jason 'fix' for today.
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Post by: sadie! on August 13, 2008, 02:01:39 PM
Awh! Thanks for the update!
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Post by: Michelle Jasons Belle on August 13, 2008, 02:01:52 PM
What shirt was he wearing? ;D
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Post by: heartjason on August 13, 2008, 02:02:20 PM
Ohhh, details, we love details!!! ;D
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Post by: laxmom6 on August 13, 2008, 02:06:21 PM
yay for Philly girls! sounds like jason was all rested up. Can't wait to see your pics and hear your stories!
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Post by: J9BT on August 13, 2008, 02:09:50 PM
Well, glotrovato is looking at her pix now to see about the shirt. It is a black T and says WAY something. Now we're looking at my pix. I think it says WAY OUT. He was wearing his jean manpris. I asked him what the pink thing was sticking out of his pants and he said "my pocket.". He was extra smiley today. I was trying to take as many pix as I could but unfortunately many were of his back-LOL. I did some good ones of his face too-don't worry.
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Post by: itinerantbusker on August 13, 2008, 02:13:24 PM
Quote from: J9BT on August 13, 2008, 02:09:50 PM
Well, glotrovato is looking at her pix now to see about the shirt. It is a black T and says WAY something. Now we're looking at my pix. I think it says WAY OUT. He was wearing his jean manpris. I asked him what the pink thing was sticking out of his pants and he said "my pocket.". He was extra smiley today. I was trying to take as many pix as I could but unfortunately many were of his back-LOL. I did some good ones of his face too-don't worry.
IT SAYS 'WAY OUT!'
the one he wore in vegas!!
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Post by: laxmom6 on August 13, 2008, 02:15:24 PM
it's this one!!
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Post by: fanforever on August 13, 2008, 02:17:51 PM
I just noticed Jackie and Jason where on youtube 10 minutes ago and now Jackie is on his myspace. Might be hearing something soon. Hope so. Glad you all got to meet him in Philly and I am really glad he looked rested. We have been praying for that.
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Post by: mnmgellin on August 13, 2008, 02:18:11 PM
I HAVE THAT SHIRT!!!!!
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Post by: LAwmn on August 13, 2008, 02:18:49 PM
Thanks for the update! It's so fun reading everyone's stories about meeting Jason and seeing the pics!
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Post by: TheBrainBeingDead on August 13, 2008, 02:18:57 PM
Quote from: mnmgellin on August 13, 2008, 02:18:11 PM
I HAVE THAT SHIRT!!!!!
thats awesome!
i want that shirt..i love it!
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Post by: CaitlinValerie on August 13, 2008, 03:24:24 PM
aww man I should have went to the Philly show!!
(he also wore that shirt yesterday!) Where is it from?
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Post by: mbbluets on August 13, 2008, 03:54:54 PM
thanks for the update, J9BT! have fun at the concert!
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Post by: J9BT on August 13, 2008, 07:28:04 PM
Update from Philly- Jason was on his game. He sounded great and looked great and the crowd LOVED him. WaIting for him to come out. He is awesoMe
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Post by: keahgirl8 on August 13, 2008, 07:31:16 PM
Thanks for the update! Keep us posted!
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Post by: CaitlinValerie on August 13, 2008, 07:31:52 PM
I hope he comes out for you guys!
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Post by: samantha829x on August 13, 2008, 07:32:38 PM
Good luck! I hope he comes out!
The feed is currently down.. haha
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Post by: Daisy939 on August 13, 2008, 08:18:29 PM
I didn't go to the concert, just buses, so I typed out another long report for all of you. I hope you like details. You said you do last time, so I didn't hold back this time.
Background info first. I need to tell you why I am crazy enough to bring my 4 year-old out to a parking lot to meet Jason.
Some of you may remember that my hubby and I already took our 4 year-old daughter to the AI concert in Atlantic City. I had a feeling that they would not come out to sign that day, because they were staying in NY. Plus, I knew we were keeping our daughter out past bedtime, and didn’t want her in the heat all day before the concert. I decided to spend just half an hour with the Dreadheads in AC. I made the right call; they did not make it out to sign before the concert because they were late getting to the venue. We left the concert ahead of the crowd and hubby got my little sweetie to the car, while I met Jason and many of the other idols. My daughter was fast asleep in the car, so I had them sign for her and then told her the story the next day:
Here is a recap of that conversation:
We decided to be very careful with how we told our daughter about me meeting the idols. I didn’t want her to be sad that she missed out. I told her, “I have a surprise for you.” I showed her that I had gotten a collage signed for her by Jason, and she loved his smiley face guy with dreads. I’m so glad I asked Jason to add it for her. Her face lit up and I told her that I got a pic of me with Jason to show her. She was very happy to hear that and very thankful. I thought, “OK doing well so far. She is happy not upset with me for letting her fall asleep and miss out on the fun.” Then she said in the sweetest little voice, “Mommy… someday… can you AND me meet Jason?” I melted and said, “I don’t know, honey. We have to ask Daddy.” Then I told her about all of the other idols, what they said when they got her card and that DA said to tell her he said, “Hi!” She was beaming. She said, “Mommy, I have a surprise for you too.” I said, “Really?” She said, “I don’t know what it is… I will make you a surprise.” She wanted to make me something to thank me for getting the guys to sign for her. She’s such a sweetheart. She might just make us have to go out to Philly on the 13th to try! I have to say that I was wishing she were there the whole time.
The decision:
She was so sweet that I decided to wait to see how the weather would be and then decide. We only live about 30 minutes from the venue, and that is with traffic, so how could we resist going just for the buses? We decided we would only go if it were under 85 degrees. One of the main things that weighed into the decision is that my daughter knew what she was asking for. She has met Bob, Maria, Miles and Gabi from Sesame Street (the humans LOL!), so she knows that you just get them to sign and take a pic, yet it really was a big deal to her. I knew that if I kept her wet, she’d be OK. The biggest reason we decided to go for it is because she talks about Jason quite a bit. We were in the car one day listening to OTR, and out of the blue, she said, “Mommy, I want to be Jason Castro’s friend.” She’s never talked about anyone from TV like that. I think Jason’s kind spirit just reaches the little ones. She also started analyzing his music and told me, “I like those fast strings” in the beginning of “Fragile” and “Oh, now those are some slow strings.” She asked me 2 or 3 times if Jason always uses a pick when he plays the guitar, and we spent time studying videos to try to see his pick. I promised her if I ever met him, I would ask. However, in Atlantic City, I forgot. Now, I am glad that I forgot… you’ll see why in a moment. It’s beyooond excitinggggg!!!!
So the weather report said a high of 83 degrees. My husband took off from work, and we packed up everything in the world… tons of games, markers, bubbles, an umbrella for shade, a blanket to sit on, and little tent for her, lots of food and water and mister bottles to keep her wet. We didn’t even tell her we were going until this morning (in case we changed our minds). We went back and forth about 20 times in the 11 days between AC and Philly.
We got to the venue around 11:00, and figured out where to park. Actually, my hubby had to move the car 3 times. He really is the most patient person in the world. We were by the gate where the buses drive in, and I was thinking I’d better go and scope out the rest of the venue. I walked around a big fenced in area, and saw THE BUSES!!!! I also saw a better place to stand. As I was walking back, my hubby called and said that we have to move. I RAN back to him and helped him pack up the 2 million things that we brought with us. We ended up moving right near where I suspected. We waited by this huge fence and met up with many Dreadheads. I have to tell you Philly Dreadheads, you all are so sweet. I really enjoyed spending the day with you. We thought that we might have to do pics through the fence. However, security set up a barricade for us in a horseshoe. We had to move back to give them room. Then we had to move for a 4th time, and were all set. We waited there for quite a while, and my daughter was soaked and happy. She went to town spraying herself (and me) with a water bottle. I never could get her to take a break in the car. I had a DVD player for her to watch a movie in the a/c, but she said she was having too much fun. She never turns down TV! We made a Jason puppet, and she drew pics for Jason and Brooke. We also played one game and ate lunch, so yes I over-packed in the toy department. I did get her to rest in the tent, and luckily there was a breeze, so that helped. Finally, security told us that the idols would be out, but that they would only have about 20 minutes. I kept thinking that Jason will be there if there is anything at all he can do about it.
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Post by: HannaB2 on August 13, 2008, 08:28:21 PM
I LOVE your story, Daisy!! Waiting for MORE!! ;D
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Post by: Daisy939 on August 13, 2008, 08:29:15 PM
David Cook came out first. He started near our end and when he got to my daughter, his eyes lit up. He said hi to her and she was being shy and turned away. He said, “Here, let me sign your shirt…... Your shirt’s all WET!” I laughed. Gloria (Glotrovato) told him that we had to keep her wet so she didn’t get too hot.
Next we saw Archie come out. He started at the other end and he was taking his time. I was thinking, he isn’t acting like he only has 20 minutes. I thought this is a good sign, but kept wondering “Where’s Jason?” I guess it was DC who only had 20 minutes. Next KLC comes out, but only for a few minutes. I was disappointed that she disappeared before she got to us because she is another one of my daughter’s faves. However, we were so busy with Jason that it didn’t matter. The Jason story is a really sweet one.
So Jason came out and we all start screaming and I waved our Jason puppet in the air. I think he saw it. He ended up starting out near our side. The DH’s had pretty much taken over this one area. Gloria was next to me, and he asked her where he recognized her from.” So neat that he remembers his fans! She told him she was at Newark and AC and just follows him around in a way like “I know it’s crazy.” He said like it’s cool that she follows him around and that he likes the support. When he got to me, my hubby and my daughter, I introduced him to my daughter and told him, “We have to know something. Do you always use a pick when you play guitar, or do you use your fingers sometimes?” He looked at my daughter and said, “No, sometimes I use my fingers.” I said to my daughter, “Oh, Jason uses his fingers sometimes just like Pop-Pop.” I told Jason that her Pop-Pop lets her play his guitar sometimes. He asked, “Do you get to use a pick when you play?” I said yes, that he has a special stone pick and she gets to use that sometimes. Jason said, “Well, next time you play, you can use one of my picks,” and held out a pick for her. She had a huge, huuuge smile on her face but was too shy to take it, so I took it for her. Then I thanked him and gave him a letter and picture that she drew for him, and he said, “It looks like me.” Then I asked him to sign our shirts, and he said, “Sure.” While he signed my daughter’s shirt, I showed him the pic from my avi that she drew of him. I had ironed it on the sleeve of her shirt. I told him how I met him in AC, and after that, my daughter said, “Mommy, someday… can you AND me meet Jason Castro?” Jason smiled and said, “Awww.” I said, “She had to start out with ‘Someday’, so here we are!” Then my hubby took a pic and it actually turned out this time. After we took the pic, Gloria mentioned something about my daughter having a nice smile, and Jason told her, “You’re a good smiler.” She got a kick out of that.
We also got Brooke and Archie to sign. Brooke signed her shirt for her. We didn’t even have to ask. She said that she likes the little ones. David was just really sweet. He said he was losing his voice a bit from talking too much, but he was still talking to everyone. He is just such a sweet kid. I really like him.
So the crowd was dwindling down and it was approaching 4:00. I decided to take a walk down with my daughter and see if I could get some video of Jason signing for you wonderful Dreadheads. It really wasn’t very crowded. There were actually spaces in between the people. Boy did I pick the right time to do that! Jason was singing Archie’s new single as he was signing… talking to fans and trying to remember the words. There are some pretty adorkable moments in there. I will get that up for you guys when I get a chance. There was a break in the crowd and no one was talking to him, so I told him I had videoed when he was singing, and asked if I could put it up on YouTube. He thought about it and said, “Sure, what was I singing?” I said, “I don’t know.” He stopped to try to remember what he had been singing and looked at me for what seemed like an eternity… like he expected me to sing a little of it for him… I thought no way am I singing in front of all these people… not even for Jason Castro. I really don’t like singing for people… it’s too personal or something… hard to explain, but Jason has mentioned that he used to feel the same way. Isn’t that hard to imagine now? He has come so far! I told him that he was trying to remember the words. He said “Oh, Archuletta’s new song. It’s called ‘Crush.’” I told him that the Dreadheads would love the video of him. Now, I won't be around much tomorrow, and I have to figure out how to edit the video... it's actually 3 or 4 shorter ones just on my camera. My laptop is having issues with the camera, so apple is sending us a new one, sooo what I am trying to say is give me some time on the video.
We walked back after that and packed up, and I still had to bring my daughter to ballet. On the way there, she said, “Why did Jason give me his guitar pick?” I said, “Because he thought you would like it. Do you like it?” She said “Yeah!!!!! I think that Jason Castro gave me his guitar pick because….. becaaause…… then I can get my own guitar… a little one that is small for me… with REAL STRINGS.” She has a toy one with buttons. I want to jump on that while she is inspired, even though I know she is bit young for a guitar. She was telling my parents all about it, and my dad is the one who lets her play his guitar, so now he is on the hunt for a guitar for her. He is so excited. I am too.
The best thing about the experience is that I wasn’t quite as star-struck this time, so I remember more. I guess I was in Mommy mode, and not fan-girl mode. Plus Jason was not as tired, not as rushed, and was more talkative. Jason just seems like a regular guy. A really sweet regular guy, but just a down-to-earth, regular guy. You’d think I would be soooo excited to have a pick from THE Jason Castro sitting in my house right now. I am, but the most amazing thing for me, is that he saw that my little girl was really into music, and he wanted to help inspire her to continue that interest. The big gift is not “some guy’s” guitar pick, it is the love of music that he is helping to foster in my daughter. That is the real gift for both of us… the music. Music (and all of the arts) are so important to me, yet, I don’t want to force them on my daughter. To see her interest grow in such a real and genuine way means so much and having such a great guy like Jason help me out in that area and be a great role-model for my little girl... wow. The whole thing made me feel so eager support Jason in any way, so that he can continue to reach and inspire many more children, just like my little girl. However, he will not get me to sing in front of people! LOL!
Oh, and for the record, yes, I do plan to let her actually use it next time we visit her Pop-Pop. She is so excited to try it out.
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Post by: samantha829x on August 13, 2008, 08:36:49 PM
Daisy! Seriously... that was the most precious story I've ever heard! It brought tears to my eyes! I am so excited for you and your daughter, she sounds so sweet! I'd love to see pictures when you get a chance. I am so giddy for you!
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Post by: aggiemom12 on August 13, 2008, 08:41:44 PM
I was sooo touched by your story, and I want to say isn't that the meaning of an American Idol, someone who inspires and people look up to, but I changed my mind, because Jason doesn't think of himself that way. He just lets his light shine thru. Without getting into religion or faith too much, this is just something he was created to be / do
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Post by: kali on August 13, 2008, 08:43:08 PM
DAISY I can not tell you how happy this post has made me!!!!!!!! The excitement in our voice this afternoon was un believable and YAY you for not being in fan-girl mode hahahaha Get the babe a guitar mama! with REAL strings
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Post by: mindlessnabused on August 13, 2008, 08:44:42 PM
That was amazing! I'm so happy for you all in Philly that he came out! He was exhausted last night in Baltimore and didn't come out for that reason so I know there were lots of disappointed Dreadheads but I'm happy for you, your daughter and anyone else from the Philly show reading this. I only spent a few moments with him in Baltimore but it was the most amazing few moments of my life...well, OK, that might be a little over the top statement but y'all get my drift! Can't wait to see more stories from Philly! ;D
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Post by: laxmom6 on August 13, 2008, 08:48:35 PM
DAISY i'm so happy for your little dreadhead!! my little dreadhead (5 years old and extremely shy) wanted to meet him sooo bad, but when he got close, she FREAKED out, and started shaking and crying.
she regrets acting like that, because she loves him almost as much as me!! but he did acknowledge her and say hi!
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Post by: josielord on August 13, 2008, 08:51:21 PM
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL THE TIME IT TOOK TO MAKE YOUR WHOLE EXPERIENCE SO REAL FOR US. WE REALLY APPRECIATE IT. SOUNDS LIKE YOUR DAUGHTER IS A SWEETHEART
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Post by: kris1615 on August 13, 2008, 08:56:07 PM
awww i'm sooo happy for you and your daughter! this is an experience that you shared that she will remember forever and that is beautiful!
can't wait to see the pics!
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Post by: SoAddicted2DDB on August 13, 2008, 09:04:18 PM
Aww! Daisy I love your story!!
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Post by: HannaB2 on August 13, 2008, 09:05:45 PM
Yay for you and your daughter, Daisy! That's a GREAT story!!
I'll be without a computer for a few days, but can't wait to see your videos and pics when I get back!
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Post by: heartjason on August 13, 2008, 09:11:03 PM
Daisy,
What a wonderful story! I'm so glad your little girl got to meet Jason and what an inspirational moment! Please keep us updated with her little musical journey! Can't wait to see the videos ;D
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Post by: OverTheRainbow on August 13, 2008, 09:15:30 PM
Daisy, your story is so sweet!
Melted my heart and brought tears to my eyes
Jason is such a gem
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Post by: gemini4jc on August 13, 2008, 09:38:59 PM
What a fantastic day in Philly. First of all, I want to say what an amazing bunch of Philly Dreadheads. Like Daisy said, we took up quite a bit of space waiting for Jason to come out. I am so priviledged to meet all of you dreadheads today. I am afraid to start mentioning you all in name in case I miss someone, but you all know who you are.
I went to the concert with my 2 daughters. Some of us PM'd each other and traded cell numbers. We decided to meet at 11:00 close to the underground parking. I decorated my car with blue balloons so we could find each other. Which was just perfect and most of us had on our Jason shirts anyway. Most of us got caught up in some kinds of traffic jam, no matter what direction we were coming from. So most of us got there after 12:00.
We all hung out by the barracades for a long time. The Idols did not come out until after 3:00, and they came out slowly. Jason came out and looked right at our group. We hung a series of signs on the barracade. Ilene gave us each a word and collectively we spelled out "philly dread heads love (heart) Jason". I made the ''Jason" poster which he signed and I will frame it.
Jason took his time with each and every one of us. Ilene presented him with an amazing gift which Jason loved. Moldie bought Tastycakes for Jason and Brooke. Anyone who has ever had a Tastycake knows it is a Philly creation. My daughter had her guitar signed by Jason, David A., David C., and Brooke. I realized when Jason made his way almost to the end of the line that I did not have a picture of me and him on MY camera. (Wink wink) Linda. So Linda talked me into getting back in line at the end of the baracade for another picture. I felt bad doing this but Jason was just as gracious as can be and posed with me again. My daughter made him a bracelet that he let her put on his wrist. I did not feel as star struck as I thought I would. Everyone was so calm and polite and it was easy to get pictures because everyone took their time and really cared about sharing this experience equally. If you needed to step in front of someone else to get a shot, no problem.
David A. was also extremely patient and chatted with each of us too. My daughter asked him to her Homecoming Dance and David actually asked her the date. And of course as I was taking their picture I told David he gets her Mother's approval which really cracked him up.
After the idols went back inside the venue, a bunch of us went to a local pub across the street and had a late lunch until concert time. We sat and talked for a long time and really got to know each other.
The concert was amazing. I would like to thank "Flynnsgirl" for the greatest seats. I looked up my seats on the venue's seating chart and I thought I was over to the right of the stage about 1/2 way back on the floor. Well, actually our seats were floor, center stage 15 rows back. When Jason was on stage I stood the whole time practically right in front of him. It was great. Jason sounded great, unfortunately it was over before you know it wanting more.
I am too tired to upload my pictures and video tonight. I will do it sometime tomorrow. Sweet Jason dreams.
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Post by: fanforever on August 13, 2008, 10:12:13 PM
great stories everyone. I can't wait to see pics. Daisy that is so sweet that your daughter really did get to meet Jason with you. And he was so sweet to her. I am sure she will never forget it. I am also happy to hear he seemed awake and well.
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Post by: neesygurl1625 on August 13, 2008, 11:10:31 PM
That is so awesome! I can't wait to see pictures!!
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Post by: Altrock4u on August 14, 2008, 03:36:59 AM
Awesome can't wait for the Crush Video and pictures.
So glad all of you had such a great time.
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Post by: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 03:47:20 AM
I agree, Gemini. I was amazed at how much Jason, Brooke and Archie took their time and chatted. They are very good at signing while talking, and they got to everyone. It was much more rushed in Atlantic City after the buses, but the crowd in AC after the buses was at least 3 times larger. Before the buses yesterday wasn't too crowded (one 1 person or maybe 2 people deep in some areas), and the only one who came out and did not make it to everyone was Kristy. I guess when security said that they only had 20 minutes, they meant DC and KLC. Jason, Brooke and DA were out there for I'd guess at least 45 minutes, DA probably an hour because he came out before Brooke and Jason, and Jason finished before Archie. Brooke may have too. After the buses in AC, the only one who did photos was Jason. This time, DA and Brooke stopped and posed. It really was fun. The crowd really as very nice and calm too.
I wish I could have gone out to eat with all of you, and I really wish I could have heard Jason sing again. We just couldn't justify spending the money and getting a babysitter. One concert is more than enough for a 4 year-old, and we knew that our daughter would be upset if we went without her. I'm just so glad that we didn't chicken out with the buses. If I had to choose 4 people for her to meet, it would have been those 4.
ETA: Do we know if Jason is sick yet? I guess he could have been, but if so, he hid it well. No date night video yesterday... does make me wonder.
ETA (Again): Jason is not sick. Jackie sent out a bulletin... He just hasn't slept in 2 days, poor guy!
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Post by: ♥Jasonisluv♥ on August 14, 2008, 03:48:57 AM
great stories!! can't wait for the pics and vid!!
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Post by: justalurkerrr on August 14, 2008, 03:56:54 AM
great stories.
daisy-yours is just adorable...for the 78264812562 time.
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Post by: tambaloo on August 14, 2008, 04:34:12 AM
when i was in manchester waiting for jason to come out i, too, was impressed with how brooke and archie were so genuinely glad to be meeting their fans. both of them were glowing. david c and michael were cute, too- but definitely put on a show for everyone- except for when cook thanked the dreadheads for their donations for his brother...that was really touching.
but jason rose above everyone. i was watching how he took his time with everyone- always spoke softly, calmly and respectfully, looked everyone in the eye- there were a couple of women in wheelchairs who he went out of his way for- just overall he is by far the most genuinely appreciative and kind person of them all. what a joy to have met him.
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Post by: ilene0124 on August 14, 2008, 04:46:12 AM
Hi all!
I am totally exhausted from the day yesterday and I have to download my pictures yet, plus I gotta go to work! But, I just wanted to write about how great it was to meet Jason yesterday!!!!!
He definitely takes his time with each person! He is amazingly laid back! We saw him before and after the show and both times he started on our side of the line which was great! He also left his stuff right by us and told us he'd be back, so we had a second chance to talk to him after he was done signing!
He seemed definitely impressed with our gift. I will put up pictures of him holding it when I get home from work. I was surprised that I did talk to him as much as I did because I thought I was going to be tongue-tied! He looked like he just woke up, so I asked him and he said that he read a whole novel the night before! He is so genuine and takes everything in stride. I got an amazing hug too!!!!!
It was great meeting my other Philly Dreadheads. Elisa you are terrific! Linda, I totally loved talking to you at lunch! Meryl, you are a riot! Gloria, Daisy (sorry we kept calling you Daisy) Janine, Deb......It was great!
Jason's set is totally too short! I will give a recap of show after I get home later. Even my 24 year old daughter said it was GOOD!
Ilene
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Post by: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 04:55:58 AM
I really, really missed you guys.
I feel like I am on the outs, if you understand, of some amazing club!
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Post by: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 04:59:49 AM
Now for my whining-----
NO FAIR! (insert whining here)
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Post by: mbbluets on August 14, 2008, 05:20:29 AM
so glad everyone had a great time! so glad they came out and had enough time to spend with you guys! can't wait for you tube vids and pics and dying to know what you gave him ilene!
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Post by: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 05:58:55 AM
Working on uploading the video now. I didn't get to sleep last night until 1:30, and I was up at 6:30, thinking, "I have to figure out how to edit my movie clips together and post it on Youtube for the Dreadheads!" My husband scolded me and wants to know when I am going to get back to being able to sleep. He stood by my side while I was editing, saying, "Go back to bed."
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Post by: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 06:35:02 AM
VIDEO is UP! Hope you like it!!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah_8q-HJ5vU#####################Title: Re: 13-Aug Philadelphia, PA
Post by: gemini4jc on August 14, 2008, 06:35:46 AM
I have the same sleep problem. Went to bed at 2:00 am and got up at 6:30 to edit photos. Getting them ready to post now.
Planning on napping this afternoon-haha.
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Post by: ♥Jasonisluv♥ on August 14, 2008, 06:39:11 AM
hahaha!!! you guys must be high from seeing jasonnn!!!
i would be doing the same if i get to see jason the day before.
waiting for any photo or vids.
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Post by: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 06:56:35 AM
Did you see the video? Did it work?
Hmm... someone is watching it! It already has 118 views. Go Jason!
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Post by: ILDES on August 14, 2008, 07:03:42 AM
As you can see, I don't post often. I never really followed AI til this year, due of course, to Jason. So, because the concert came to Philadelphia in summer, I took my daughter and a friend. I was totally in Mom mode - and my charges are major Archie fans, but, I am happy to report that I did get to speak to Jason, face to face and that face is even more spectacular close up. Honestly, I was impressed with all of them, but those who came out after the show were all so genuine and kind and really took alot of time with their fans. I will admit, I did feel a bit 'fan-girly" seeing Jason close up. Also, Kristy, Brooke and Syesha are absolutely beautiful girls in person. David Archuleta could not be any cuter and his performance was top notch. Michael Johns spent lots of time chatting and hugging, but at that time, I was keeping my eye on Mr. Castro. The concert was a great time, but the best part of the night was after the show. I was happy that we were able to get so 'up close and personal'. I thought a smaller venue might have been better for that, but Philadelphia was awesome!
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Post by: pretty on August 14, 2008, 07:11:27 AM
Quote from: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 06:35:02 AM
VIDEO is UP! Hope you like it!!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah_8q-HJ5vUdaisy...move your video to one of the main threads..i think ALOT OF PEOPLE WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOUR VIDEO..THEY ARE HAVING JASON WITHDRAWALS IN A BAD WAY RIGHT NOW
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Post by: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 07:21:47 AM
I agree-move it and ask a mod to have it stickied!
Who is Jason saying hi to? Dani? I couldn't really hear.
Ilene has a photo of him and the record? And film of that?
HEY-DAISY IS A MOD! AND SHE WAS THERE!!!!
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Post by: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 07:35:44 AM
Quote from: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 07:21:47 AM
I agree-move it and ask a mod to have it stickied!
Who is Jason saying hi to? Dani? I couldn't really hear.
Ilene has a photo of him and the record? And film of that?
HEY-DAISY IS A MOD! AND SHE WAS THERE!!!!
LOL!!! Yup, in a momentary lapse of sanity, Kali and Sunshine made me lead mod!
Sorry, no sticky in General. I have to follow the rules. It's posted in Videos, though.
I did PM McLovin, and I mentioned it in a few threads in General. I have to go out now. Have fun.
Oh, and I think he is saying "Hi SAMMY!!!!!!" so you got a video peek and a hello... kinda.
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Post by: solace on August 14, 2008, 07:56:46 AM
awesome video!!! thanks so much for taking the time to get this online!
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Post by: ilene0124 on August 14, 2008, 07:59:56 AM
OMG! I'm at work and being sooooo bad by coming back here every 1/2 hr or so! I just watched the video, yea! I can't wait to get home and download my pictures!
Still so excited from yesterday......can't concentrate on work!
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Post by: elel on August 14, 2008, 08:19:45 AM
everyone thanks for the stories and Daisy yours is beautiful, so touching how Jason inspired your daughter to play music that early.. and, thanks for the amazing video, really making up for no date night, i wanna hug you, LOL
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Post by: Jason_MoM on August 14, 2008, 08:27:10 AM
Quote from: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 07:35:44 AM
Quote from: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 07:21:47 AM
I agree-move it and ask a mod to have it stickied!
Who is Jason saying hi to? Dani? I couldn't really hear.
Ilene has a photo of him and the record? And film of that?
HEY-DAISY IS A MOD! AND SHE WAS THERE!!!!
LOL!!! Yup, in a momentary lapse of sanity, Kali and Sunshine made me lead mod!
Sorry, no sticky in General. I have to follow the rules. It's posted in Videos, though.
I did PM McLovin, and I mentioned it in a few threads in General. I have to go out now. Have fun.
Oh, and I think he is saying "Hi SAMMY!!!!!!" so you got a video peek and a hello... kinda.
McLovin has posted it over at Castrocopia
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Post by: jasonfan5 on August 14, 2008, 08:50:55 AM
Quote from: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 06:35:02 AM
VIDEO is UP! Hope you like it!!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah_8q-HJ5vUI absolutely loved the video. I could not stop smiling as I watched it over and over and over. Thank you for sharing.
Jason is amazing with the crowds. He has a very calm, warm, friendly manner about him. Love him.
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Post by: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 08:57:21 AM
Quote from: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 07:31:19 AM
Quote from: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 07:21:47 AM
I agree-move it and ask a mod to have it stickied!
Who is Jason saying hi to? Dani? I couldn't really hear.
Ilene has a photo of him and the record? And film of that?
HEY-DAISY IS A MOD! AND SHE WAS THERE!!!!
Sorry, no sticky in general. I have to follow the rules.
I did PM McLovin, and I mentioned it in a few threads in General.
Oh, and I think he is saying "Hi SAMMY!!!!!!"
Thanks Daisy.
I am still REALLY sad.
Even if he said Dani, thanks for lying!
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Post by: dare2dream on August 14, 2008, 08:59:47 AM
I'm at work so I can't watch it right now. Is it the one where he's singing Archie's song?
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Post by: samantha829x on August 14, 2008, 09:25:08 AM
Great video, Daisy!!
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Post by: heartjason on August 14, 2008, 10:33:18 AM
Loved the video! LOL, so funny how he was singing Archie's song!
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Post by: CaitlinValerie on August 14, 2008, 10:49:51 AM
great video--that is so cool that you met him!
I love him singing Archie's song!
Oh and he handles himself so well in crowds. I could not do that--I would be so overwhelmed!
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Post by: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 10:55:13 AM
well, except for my name being in the video on you tube with jason saying hi (i am not so sure about that, bu daisy said it was my name-i thought it was dani)...
i know feel completely out of the loop.
i am so glad you guys had a good time.
if someone actually did say something to Jason about saying hi to me, thank you. If whoever said say hi to ____________ (fill in the blank) and it was NOT my name, that it ok too since I did not think it was my name to beging with.
Other than Daisy, for those who have watched the video, please tell me HONESTLY who he is saying hi to. PLEASE.
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Post by: dare2dream on August 14, 2008, 11:26:10 AM
Thanks Daisy for posting the video. And I was happy to see my 4 favorite words on youtube "Watch in High Quality" !!!!!
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Post by: sunshine on August 14, 2008, 11:29:21 AM
Quote from: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 10:55:13 AM
well, except for my name being in the video on you tube with jason saying hi (i am not so sure about that, bu daisy said it was my name-i thought it was dani)...
i know feel completely out of the loop.
i am so glad you guys had a good time.
if someone actually did say something to Jason about saying hi to me, thank you. If whoever said say hi to ____________ (fill in the blank) and it was NOT my name, that it ok too since I did not think it was my name to beging with.
Other than Daisy, for those who have watched the video, please tell me HONESTLY who he is saying hi to. PLEASE.
I distinctly heard him say, "Hi Sammy!!" Did you call someone who was there at that time? It might be YOU!!
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Post by: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 11:41:39 AM
Quote from: sunshine on August 14, 2008, 11:29:21 AM
Quote from: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 10:55:13 AM
well, except for my name being in the video on you tube with jason saying hi (i am not so sure about that, bu daisy said it was my name-i thought it was dani)...
i know feel completely out of the loop.
i am so glad you guys had a good time.
if someone actually did say something to Jason about saying hi to me, thank you. If whoever said say hi to ____________ (fill in the blank) and it was NOT my name, that it ok too since I did not think it was my name to beging with.
Other than Daisy, for those who have watched the video, please tell me HONESTLY who he is saying hi to. PLEASE.
I distinctly heard him say, "Hi Sammy!!" Did you call someone who was there at that time? It might be YOU!!
It is me. I was supposed to be there, was part of the gift, etc....I asked someone to tell him the "Sammy" on the present/record couldn't be there and was sad!
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Post by: sunshine on August 14, 2008, 11:43:21 AM
Then you called at the perfect time!!
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Post by: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 11:47:01 AM
Quote from: sunshine on August 14, 2008, 11:43:21 AM
Then you called at the perfect time!!
I didn't even call...some cool DreadHead simply told him because I asked them to tell him I couldn't be there...
Man, DreadHead's are the greatest bunch of people I know...
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Post by: ♥Jasonisluv♥ on August 14, 2008, 11:51:15 AM
Quote from: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 06:35:02 AM
VIDEO is UP! Hope you like it!!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah_8q-HJ5vUgreattt vid!!! i was the first one to rate it 5 stars!!!
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Post by: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 12:24:17 PM
Quote from: sammyliz on August 14, 2008, 10:55:13 AM
well, except for my name being in the video on you tube with jason saying hi (i am not so sure about that, bu daisy said it was my name-i thought it was dani)...
i know feel completely out of the loop.
i am so glad you guys had a good time.
if someone actually did say something to Jason about saying hi to me, thank you. If whoever said say hi to ____________ (fill in the blank) and it was NOT my name, that it ok too since I did not think it was my name to beging with.
Other than Daisy, for those who have watched the video, please tell me HONESTLY who he is saying hi to. PLEASE.
He was saying hi into a cell phone, Sammy. But it did sound to me like maybe he was saying Sammy, and I wondered if someone called you. That's why I said he said hi... kinda. Even if you weren't on the other end of the phone, I really did think he said Sammy.
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Post by: InDREADiblyGorgeous on August 14, 2008, 12:45:11 PM
When I watched it I thought he most definitley said Sammy because I knew you couldn't go. I thought to myself "how nice for Sam"! I've been following Philly because there was a chance I was going to be able to go there too but it never worked out for me and I will have to wait till Sept.
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Post by: CaitlinValerie on August 14, 2008, 01:01:46 PM
Quote from: InDREADiblyGorgeous on August 14, 2008, 12:45:11 PM
When I watched it I thought he most definitley said Sammy because I knew you couldn't go. I thought to myself "how nice for Sam"! I've been following Philly because there was a chance I was going to be able to go there too but it never worked out for me and I will have to wait till Sept.
are you going to the WB one? I want to go to that one so bad!!
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Post by: Daisy939 on August 14, 2008, 01:17:42 PM
Quote from: elel on August 14, 2008, 08:19:45 AM
everyone thanks for the stories and Daisy yours is beautiful, so touching how Jason inspired your daughter to play music that early.. and, thanks for the amazing video, really making up for no date night, i wanna hug you, LOL
((((hug )))) I'm glad you guys like it.
I remembered another detail. He was saying to the DH's right before me that he always writes on himself and he showed us where he had ink on his man-pris... that was another thing that makes me say... he is just such a regular guy.
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Post by: faithgirl on August 14, 2008, 01:58:16 PM
wow, all of you guys have amazing stories! And I am so happy you all had a great time!!!
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Post by: misscastro on August 14, 2008, 02:20:41 PM
edit: sorry i don't know why they posted as thumbnails and each on a new line. oh well. if you click each one you can see it bigger.
hey guys... i was at the philly show yesterday... it was a lot of fun! i got to meet a lot of dreadheads and heard my username said outloud for the first time ever! that was too funny. i walked up and daisy was like "misscastro!" it took me a second, but then i was like.. oh wait that's me! everyone was very nice and i think it was really cool that we were all there. even though it was said that philly would have less of a turnout for jason fans, i think there were plenty there! plus all the signs that you guys brought were lined up and it definitely made our presence known to jason and anyone else who could see!
i was really nervous (as all the dreadheads next to me could see) because my friend (crazy4jc) and i had not seen jason at all yet. our first and only AI experience for this tour. so anyway we were standing there and he makes his way over. we wore our "jason is my idol" shirts from my old avatar.. the yellow one wiht the drawing of him playing the guitar... my friend had pink and i had yellow. anyway, i see him looking at the shirt and he's like "HEY I like your shirt!!!" he studied it for another second or two and then was like "where'd you get that?" i told him online, (btw brooke and david a were both like HEY Nice shirts! and asked if we made them. david a really seemed to like them which was cute) and he was like "i really like them a lot." so then i asked him to sign it and he did. my friend had made me a sign that said happy birthday, mandee (today is my bday so we went to the concert yesterday to celebrate) so he signed it and was like it's your birthday? happy birthday! we had originally planned for him to pose with it, but the nerves kicked in and we totally forgot. anyway so then i was like i'm shaking! i'm so nervous but this is the best birthday ever! so we were laughing about how nervous i was and my whole thing is that i joke that i'm gonna throw up ALL THE TIME when i get nervous. i'm always like "ugh i'm gonna barf" of course.. i'm not REALLY gonna barf.. but ya know. so i'm like AHHH im so excited i'm gonna throw up! and he goes "..NO you don't wanna do THAT" and was laughing. I was like no i would never throw up on you Jason. So then I tried to do a self shot of me and him. Usually i'm awesome at that, but since my hand was shaking like an earthquake off the richter scale charts i cut half of me off. So i was like i'm shaking too much it didn't come out. I apologize like three times for taking too long and he was all typical jason "It's okay, it's fine" and then i went to take another one, and the camera was VISIBLY SHAKING (i just got so starstruck bc we had waited months for this!) and he goes "aww here i'll help you hold it still" and he reached up and held the other side of the camera so that it was still. that one came out cute bc you can tell hes kinda amused at my psychoticness and we're both actually in the picture that time haha.
So I thanked him and he moved on to my friend. He was looking at her shirt again and was like "I REALLY like them." I have never been SO GLAD that i bought something! hahaha! And those shirts were only available for a couple of weeks before cafepress made poptastic take them down! I'm glad he liked them and that we decided to wear those!
It was so great. I love Jason because he really took time with each and every person to make sure they got the pictures/autographs that they came for. And also, I wasn't a huge archuletta fan during the show, but seeing him outside for more than an hour signging stuff and meeting with the fans, that made me become an "archie angel" or whatever they call themselves. well as much as a 25 year old could be without being creepy ahahahhaha! he was very gracious and appreciative. he is a good kid and i like when those kinds of people do well. and he has a LOT of fans. i think he did awesome at the show. probably my favorite after jason. then brooke. the rest i honestly wasn't engaged with at all during the show.
anyway that was my experience. here are a couple of pics.
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2104634600103802433qEMtrz)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2630718420103802433pWuZuU)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2781327570103802433KyRXxi)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2501211140103802433vLnHdv)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2086398020103802433ghFUmI)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2739455600103802433KeMRaV)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2567601620103802433ByIFYf)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2774051320103802433kRBypK)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2963624250103802433aDWiKG)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2553545580103802433dfANiV)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2325782550103802433zdZgNd) my friend amanda aka crazy4jc
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2104634600103802433qEMtrz)
(http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2063722270103802433JgHqlS)
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Post by: glotrovato on August 14, 2008, 03:00:45 PM
Wow I loved reading everyone's stories especially Daisy's
So glad Jason came out and spent so much time with his fans.
Hey Mandee aka misscastro, thats so sweet Jason helped you take the pic and you got to see him live. "Happy Birthday!"
Loved all your pics, great job!
Now I've got to finish recooperating from my long road trip back from Philly and do my recap lol