crimsonfrippy Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Late to this but Blue J I echo many thoughts you expressed I also went through horrible times my dad, brother, oldest nephew and sister all died in the years between TFE and Vapor Trails. I didn't think I could enjoy anything again but truly Rush brought me out of the hole and I was so glad to enjoy them live these last 10 years. Nah, you're not late to this- this is a thread for all time, for anybody who wants to talk about why Rush is vital to them, like I've said- as opposed to those who think they're merely a great band. I'm sorry for all of your losses as well...but isn't it great that we have those three wonderful guys in the band who helped us get back to living? I also have to say that I was surprised, pleasantly, by how many people have similar heart-wrenching details about their lives and have been willing to share them, in our little community here. Right on, right on...love to all of you. Love to you to, Blue J! This is a very special group, I think! :finbar: 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hcm Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 (edited) I found Rush when I was about 10 and never got to see them live in the early years. When I decided I really needed the connection of the live show it just happened to be just after the death of Neil's daughter. I remember thinking...oh no I will never get a chance to see my favorite band play live. When they came back for Vapor Trails I was so happy....but fate had a different plan my sister died suddenly right as that show was kicking off, I was in such deep depression(my brother, dad, and nephew had already died in the previous 2 years) that I could not even think about going to see them. Looking back I really wished my DH had forced me to, I truly think that I would have come out of my depression faster. I think the connection and amazement we feel when Rush nails our feelings in song, just indicates that we are not alone...no matter how bad things seem that there are others who feel the same way. Thank god for boards like this that allow us to connect and feel not so alone. Edited August 7, 2013 by hcm 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 we are not alone...not matter how bad things seem that there are others who feel the same way. Thank god for boards like this that allow us to connect and feel not so alone. Very true. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Heyy,Frippy!!!!!!! I really miss you alot!!!!!!! Hey RushFlyer2112! Miss you too! How are you doing? Cheers, frippy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Oh, I am ok, taking care of everyone around me and here on the Rush Forum! !!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crimsonfrippy Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Oh, I am ok, taking care of everyone around me and here on the Rush Forum! !!!!!!! :sundog: :sundog: :sundog: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 And I miss you a lot Frippy!!!!!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crimsonfrippy Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 And I miss you a lot Frippy!!!!!!! Send me a PM whenever- I'm always here at least once a day- can't stay away from you guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Me too!!!!! Frippy;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 Hey you guys, I really miss you all!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted October 9, 2013 Share Posted October 9, 2013 I wonder what happened to Geds Jeans? I hope she is all right. GJ, if you are reading this, I think about you often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatLightInYourEyes Posted October 9, 2013 Share Posted October 9, 2013 A perfect reminder, too, of how freakin' awesome Rush fans are! Oh we are the best, aren't we??? No wonder why they always mention us in their interviews. Has anyone else here noticed how often we are brought up? I have. :) Well, they're one of the smartest bands ever. So they're not exactly going to forget what makes them so successful. I can't stand artists who are dicks to their fans, then whine about not being appreciated. Glad this forum isn't on one of those, or it probably would have gotten some idiotic cease-and-desist by now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 I wonder what happened to Geds Jeans? I hope she is all right. GJ, if you are reading this, I think about you often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 Me too, I always thinks about you guys as well. Hope she alright Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 The past while, I have been going through a very hard time. A really hard time. Don't ask me what it is exactly that is wrong because I honestly don't know if it is any one thing. Rather, it is a combination of many different things. My point in writing this is to say that some music has the effect of pushing you over the edge. Some music pulls you back from the edge. Rush is the latter. They give you the will to go on. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Pack up all those phantomsShoulder that invisible loadKeep on riding north and westHaunting that wilderness roadLike a ghost rider Carry all those phantomsThrough bitter wind and stormy skiesFrom the desert to the mountainFrom the lowest low to the highest highLike a ghost rider Keep on riding North and WestThen circle South and EastShow me beauty, but there is no peaceFor the ghost rider Shadows on the road behindShadows on the road aheadNothing can stop you now There's a shadow on the road behindThere's a shadow on the road aheadNothing can stop you now Sunrise in the mirrorLightens that invisible loadRiding on a nameless questHaunting that wilderness roadLike a ghost rider Just an escape artistRacing against the nightA wandering hermitRacing toward the light From the White SandsTo the CanyonlandsTo the redwood standsTo the Barren Lands Sunrise on the road behindSunset on the road aheadThere's nothing to stop you nowNothing can stop you now Thank you, Neil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Out of syncWith the rhythm of my own reactionsWith the things that lastAnd the things that come apartOut of syncWith love in the land of the livingA gentle hand, a secret touch on the heart A healing hand, a secret touch on the heart There is never love without painLife is a power that remains Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Time is a gypsy caravanSteals away in the nightTo leave you stranded in DreamlandDistance is a long-range filterMemory a flickering lightLeft behind in the heartland Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 (edited) Just wanted to share some of my favorite lyrics. Edited October 12, 2013 by Lorraine 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 That is so very good, Lorrine!!!!! Really miss you here 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 how is everybody doing in this NWW? :bump: :dweez: :laughing guy: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleMoon Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 Time is a gypsy caravanSteals away in the nightTo leave you stranded in DreamlandDistance is a long-range filterMemory a flickering lightLeft behind in the heartland I love those particular lyrics too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Time is a gypsy caravanSteals away in the nightTo leave you stranded in DreamlandDistance is a long-range filterMemory a flickering lightLeft behind in the heartland I love those particular lyrics too.Eagle, I love that song. I FINALLY today, courtesy of the infamous Black Friday sales, got the Roll the Bones CD. As soon as I hear that song, my eyes fill with tears. So much of it I can relate to. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleMoon Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Time is a gypsy caravanSteals away in the nightTo leave you stranded in DreamlandDistance is a long-range filterMemory a flickering lightLeft behind in the heartland I love those particular lyrics too.Eagle, I love that song. I FINALLY today, courtesy of the infamous Black Friday sales, got the Roll the Bones CD. As soon as I hear that song, my eyes fill with tears. So much of it I can relate to. That's awesome. I was so happy they played that song this last tour. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted December 2, 2013 Share Posted December 2, 2013 I loved the song "Mission" from "HYF" and that song just bring me hope everytime I hear it and the live version is just very sweet and uplifting 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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