nlt
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Post by nlt on Feb 24, 2006 15:02:05 GMT -5
I agree with everything that has been written. So here's my little ol' version of why.
I thought something was wrong with me when I had this FIRE as Palari described going on w/ me when I first saw him perform on RS. I yearned to see him every week, tivo'd every episode, and immediately started googling Marty and The Lovehammer's to find out more about this great man. I became so obsessed (for lack of a better word) that I seriously thought something was wrong. I had physical and emotional feelings that I hadn't experienced in a long time and could feel voids filling that I had tried to forget were there. I found this website and SMC with great relief. It was so rewarding to find other's that had this same common feeling and emotion about a person I've never met (yet, hoping to on Wed!!). It was so cathartic to read everyone's comments and post my own. It is the one thing in my life that I can have just for myself. I too have a busy life that doesn't allow much time for just myself. Family and work become so much a part of you that you lose a part of yourself in the routines. This has become a routine that I welcome losing myself to, I want to lose myself into it. I ritually come to the website(s), sometimes to talk, sometimes just to read. This is something that is mine, and no one can take it away, control it or interrupt it. His effect has done this for me and it was welcomed. His appreciation for all us just keeps that drive alive to keep me coming back for more. You all keep me coming back for more. On my worst day, I can come here, immerse myself and everything else just goes away! It's like my private little secret that I get to share with all of you. All of this, just because I thought the RS show looked like it would be interesting. Little did I know that MC would have such an impact on my life and all of you would become a part of my life, too. He's done so much for so many, I don't know if he could ever fully wrap his head around that.
Anyway, that is as best as I can put it w/out getting overly emotional here at work. It's so hard to put into words to begin with, so that was a shot at it at least.
Love ya all!
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Post by my0bsess10n/my0 on Feb 27, 2006 9:40:42 GMT -5
"WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE!!!!!"
I am wondering what to do Marty is in my head 24/7 literally, can i get help or should i bother
although i have been doing more house work, it passes the time in between viewing post and listening to the music. am i crazy or is this normal. i can't wrap my head around the obsession, i guess i do have an addictive personality I'm an x-smoker
and i am a shopaholic when i think of something i want i obsess about it until i find it is it going to be the same way with Marty I'm worried i know i will never get Marty so what is my goal with this obsession.
i guess i need to advance to a bigger out let for him at first these message boards was helpful and now i am wanting more what is more
where do i go from here!!!!!!!
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Post by mezmerized on Feb 27, 2006 10:27:53 GMT -5
Hey I like getting on the boards and just talking to other women or men who like the same kind of music as I do. I find Marty to not only be hot with his manly looks, but to also be such an amazing talent. What a package all rolled up in to one. What more could we ask for. I just cannot wait til I get my chance in life to see such a performer on stage strutting his stuff. I envy those who already have. But I do appreciate the pics that you all display for me to also enjoy. I also enjoy the sharing as well with our words. What things come out of our mouths. But look on who we speak of. He is only just one man out of many. But look at the things he does to us.
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Post by shuckra on Feb 28, 2006 8:52:29 GMT -5
"WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE!!!!!"I am wondering what to do Marty is in my head 24/7 literally, can i get help or should i bother although i have been doing more house work, it passes the time in between viewing post and listening to the music. am i crazy or is this normal. i can't wrap my head around the obsession, i guess i do have an addictive personality I'm an x-smoker and i am a shopaholic when i think of something i want i obsess about it until i find it is it going to be the same way with Marty I'm worried i know i will never get Marty so what is my goal with this obsession. i guess i need to advance to a bigger out let for him at first these message boards was helpful and now i am wanting more what is more where do i go from here!!!!!!! Hey myObsess10n, enjoy this obsession! Marty is a beautiful man and a gifted artist that has touched all of us. I don't think it's about a goal so much as figuring out what to do with your feelings. Listen to the music, listen to the interviews, look at the pictures, post on the boards, and enjoy this community of fellow fans. Then take all the energy that you feel from your obsession and turn it into something creative and positive in your own life - there is so much momentum behind this Marty/Lovehammers thing - why not use it to start a new chapter in your life - I know I have and it feels great!  |
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palari
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Post by palari on Feb 28, 2006 23:23:58 GMT -5
Once again...nice post Shuckra!
You are so right. My life has completely changed since I fell in love with that skinny white boy from Hickory Hills. The power and intensity of this obsession is such that you have to do something with it. I have been writing and posting and learning about life on the internet.
I have so many new friends...I love it!!
I have been getting rid of the meaningless clutter in my life. I have stopped waiting for it to happen and am in my life again, choosing, directing, saying yes.
Use the energy generated by this passion to grab hold of your life and make it happen.
Follow the example of those four masterful, magic men...and go for it! Go hard and engage. My friends don't recognise me anymore. I went from frumpy and depressed to wide awake, energised and I am such a hottie these days I scare myself!! I have my shape back, I am fit and healthy, I am proud of myself and I walk like a woman of power.
Because I am a woman of power.
Marty Casey showed me who I am. I will always love him for that.
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Diva
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Post by Diva on Feb 28, 2006 23:45:06 GMT -5
Palrai, your words almost moved me to tears.
There is something cosmic about the now and here of it all at this stage of all of our lives. It's like that line in Jerry Magure, "Mostly I just want to be inspired" and that is the overwhelming power of the beautiful Mr. Casey. In fact I am so inspired, its insane.
I had forgotten how much I loved rock and roll, I had forgotten how much I loved men, beautiful men and rocker men..(ok I digress) and this beautiful man lit a fire under my ass. Thank you Mark Burnett for bringing Marty Casey to us all and then as icing on the cake...discovering the Lovehammers. Well they truly rock, inspire, move you and leave you with a spine tingling chill. They are the kind of boys you wanna cook dinner for, take home to Mom and yet run naked through the streets with and walk on fire for.
I cant get much more inspired than this..and at this stage in my life its a beautiful thing. I am at that ..not old, not young wierd stage we all pass though and just lately, I have realized how lucky I am, how much of a woman I am and I feel truly blessed. The power of Marty Casey is indescribable. We are all going through the withdrawals...long to see LH again and dreaming about them every night...waiting on their every word about the next tour, article, CD etc. But in the meantime, I revel in the fact that this year, I have made new and lifelong girlfriends through the internet, learned to post on a forum message board, learned how to post photos and generally have become a more aware, hip and rejuvenated person.
I too owe this to Marty and will be forever grateful
Cheers mates,
Kellee
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Post by oceancat46 on Mar 1, 2006 1:26:00 GMT -5
Once again...nice post Shuckra! You are so right. My life has completely changed since I fell in love with that skinny white boy from Hickory Hills. The power and intensity of this obsession is such that you have to do something with it. I have been writing and posting and learning about life on the internet. I have so many new friends...I love it!! I have been getting rid of the meaningless clutter in my life. I have stopped waiting for it to happen and am in my life again, choosing, directing, saying yes. Use the energy generated by this passion to grab hold of your life and make it happen. Follow the example of those four masterful, magic men...and go for it! Go hard and engage. My friends don't recognise me anymore. I went from frumpy and depressed to wide awake, energised and I am such a hottie these days I scare myself!! I have my shape back, I am fit and healthy, I am proud of myself and I walk like a woman of power. Because I am a woman of power. Marty Casey showed me who I am. I will always love him for that. Shuckra, Palarai, RockDiva - Truer words were never spoken - This Band - their music, their character, their ambition, their dedication, perseverance - everything that has brought them to this point where they are influencing all of us in such a powerful way - I am so thankful to have the chance to be in on this amazing experience!! CJ Depoe Bay Oregon |
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Post by my0bsess10n/my0 on Mar 1, 2006 23:29:18 GMT -5
THANK YOU
SHUCKRA AND PALARI
THOSE WORDS ARE VERY COMFORTING AND VERY TRUE
YOU ARE SO RIGHT
I DO FEEL INSPIRED I FEEL HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER AND THANKS TO THESE BOARDS I HAVE LOST 8 LBS NO TIME TO SNACK ANYMORE WELL MARTY IS MY NEW SNACK I WOULD LOVE TO NIBBLE ON HIM (MMMMMMMMMMMMMMM)
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Post by shuckra on Mar 1, 2006 23:40:43 GMT -5
THANK YOU SHUCKRA AND PALARI THOSE WORDS ARE VERY COMFORTING AND VERY TRUE YOU ARE SO RIGHT I DO FEEL INSPIRED I FEEL HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER AND THANKS TO THESE BOARDS I HAVE LOST 8 LBS NO TIME TO SNACK ANYMORE WELL MARTY IS MY NEW SNACK I WOULD LOVE TO NIBBLE ON HIM (MMMMMMMMMMMMMMM) Right on , sister!!! |
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butterflynclouds
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Post by butterflynclouds on Mar 2, 2006 1:10:41 GMT -5
 Seriously, moved to tears on those last few posts... hmm.. I wish all it took was for Marty to get me back on track.. oh well.. maybe the good fairy will find a way to get a video of Marty saying " Michelle I love you.. even if no one else does. I think you are absolutely perfect.. come to me." ... wow.. that was perfect just thinking about it.. I must go think on that..
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Post by shuckra on Mar 2, 2006 1:28:30 GMT -5
Seriously, moved to tears on those last few posts... hmm.. I wish all it took was for Marty to get me back on track.. oh well.. maybe the good fairy will find a way to get a video of Marty saying " Michelle I love you.. even if no one else does. I think you are absolutely perfect.. come to me." ... wow.. that was perfect just thinking about it.. I must go think on that.. Hey Michelle, you know I love you right? Do I sense the need for another road trip? Cuz you know I'm in... and you ARE back on track... |
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butterflynclouds
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Post by butterflynclouds on Mar 2, 2006 1:32:50 GMT -5
Seriously, moved to tears on those last few posts... hmm.. I wish all it took was for Marty to get me back on track.. oh well.. maybe the good fairy will find a way to get a video of Marty saying " Michelle I love you.. even if no one else does. I think you are absolutely perfect.. come to me." ... wow.. that was perfect just thinking about it.. I must go think on that.. Hey Michelle, you know I love you right? Do I sense the need for another road trip? Cuz you know I'm in... and you ARE back on track... I'm always IN for a road trip!! And yes, I know you me! |
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franny2
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Post by franny2 on Mar 6, 2006 12:35:18 GMT -5
This thread never ceases to amaze me . . . as soon as I think everything has been said you all come back to give it more and raise it even higher. As I read all of these words and try to figure out how it is possible to laugh and cry at the same time, I remember that before this all started I was consciously looking for certain people to fill my life. People who would raise me up and help me learn, people who were headed in the same direction I wanted to go. I opened the door wide and said, 'let them come in . . . I'm ready'. I was hoping to make new friends, but I never dreamed where they would come from, or why. How could I have known they would come from all over the United States, New Zealand and Australia, all corners of Canada . . . Asia . . . Europe. I could not have created a reality like that in my wildest dreams . . . and yet that is how it happened. Did I know it when I saw Marty on Rockstar? Did I know what I was looking at and where it would take me? Probably on some level I did. I knew exactly what it was that pulled me and why I needed to go after it. I knew that I recognized it, I just hadn't explained it to my conscious mind yet.
In Marty I see honesty and passion and beauty and soul. He says he is most comfortable on stage . . . that there are no limits when he performs. When I watch Marty I FEEL that, I see what he is connected to . . . I see what motivates him . . . which is the same thing that motivates me, and all of us if we would only just LOOK at it instead of burying it . . . or ignoring it . . . or hiding from it. Because there are no limits to how far we can ALL go if we just tune in to who we really are and follow that . . . if we just let go and let it out.
It's important to me that Marty succeeds, and I would go out of my way to help him make it. I believe in him because he represents a lot of what I believe in . . . he is a leader of a new beginning, of something that I at least have been looking for, and waiting for. So if he makes it to where I feel he should be, that means the realization of my own dreams is not far behind. While I am watching him live out his life, I too am getting stronger and fitter and more focused . . . getting rid of things and thoughts and feelings that I don't need, realizing what I really want and going after it. All those little dreams that I harboured deep inside but thought were not really possible . . . when I watched Marty I realized that those dreams are who I really am. And if he can let his dreams out and make them come true, then so can I. He is inspired, and watching him is like watching magic come to life. I am reading a story that is still being written . . . how can I fail to be enchanted by that? How can I read this story and not myself become some of the words? And because through watching this unfold I find myself inspired . . . how can I not turn around and write my own story, exactly the way I would like to see it written?
As for those people I wanted in my life, those people who are headed in the same direction I want to go . . . I've met you here. I know you when I read you. You see what I see . . . you are pursuing the same things I am . . . you move me . . . and you help me see things more clearly. I recognize you the same way I recognized Marty, and I know who you are. Marty reached out to the world and we all reached back . . . and in doing so we all wrote ourselves into each other's stories.
So ask me again . . . why Marty . . . why Here . . . because I think I know the answer.
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Post by pammy on Mar 6, 2006 13:23:56 GMT -5
wow! Reading all these messages is amazing, I agree with them all and am starting to feel that I'm not insane after all. Like a lot of you I have a husband, three kids and a busy busy life but I still make time to visit these boards everyday because I feel such a connection to Marty and all of you. I never thought I`d feel like this about a band again especially at this time in my life, but I feel like a teenager again. I live in the UK and no one I know has heard of Marty and LH so it is great for me to visit these boards and know that I am not the only one to feel this way. What a fantastic gift Marty has to make people from all over the world feel this way.
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palari
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Post by palari on Mar 7, 2006 1:56:16 GMT -5
Franny...okay I am asking you again
Why Marty . . . Why Here?
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Post by chk on Mar 7, 2006 2:01:21 GMT -5
jeeze, Franny, crying AGAIN. This board is like a waterworks factory! I keep thinking we've said it all. And I am happily proved wrong time and again. Thanks for all these greatposts.
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Post by palari on Mar 7, 2006 2:35:14 GMT -5
It never fails to amaze me...the depth of feeling this man inspires. We all love him so much, so truly, mind, body, heart and soul...
He has made an enormous impact on so many lives just by following his path...
He reduces us to tears and builds our sense of self at the same time...just by being Marty.
He is so humble and unassuming and at the same time he is outrageously sexy, bursting with raw power, aware of himself, who he is and how he makes us feel.
Tisha said it made her laugh to see him walking towards her like "he was the shit", all cool and sexy. Then she was like "ooooh wait a minute...he is the shit!"
He knows...he knows!!! He knows he is all that and at the same time...he keeps it real...so very real.
He is a natural wonder...he is in this place, in this time...because he is. And we are here to witness it. To remember what it is like to feel heat, to remember what it is like to to be a woman, to feel alive and sexy and powerful.
We are here to be roused from our comas and brought back to life, to find our creative core and get it moving.
We are here because he is.
He is here because we are.
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Treed
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Post by Treed on Mar 7, 2006 3:26:09 GMT -5
He reduces us to tears and builds our sense of self at the same time...just by being Marty. We are here because he is. He is here because we are. Wow, Palari - you always speak the so well.... |
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Post by palari on Mar 7, 2006 4:06:53 GMT -5
Thanks Treedom,
but as I have said before...he makes it so easy...
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Post by Sharon (sdbrins) on Mar 7, 2006 8:22:11 GMT -5
OMG ladies, Palari, RockDivaGirl, and others.
It is true, he breathes life into us just by being what he is, beautiful, true, unafraid, alive!
He brings out the best in all of us. Because he is, he makes us, want better from life, from ourselves.
And he unites us. We share the core of what he is.
We are able to be friends, and feel close to each other, people we have never met from all over, both far and wide, because we share what he is and what he gives to us.
He is like a dream come true, that I never even knew I dreamed.
As you said RDG the line from Jerry McGuire really hits it, 'He inspires me'
And I know we share that.
I improve who I am everyday and I know it...that is big!
The only thing that makes me sad, is that I can never thank Marty enough or do enough for him to let him know how he has touched me, how he has changed my life.
Sharon
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