Paul's Corner

Dearest Paul,

Getting up early (it's 5:00 a.m. in Florida) brings many pleasures, especially this a.m. with your letter!

Congratulations on all your accomplishments in one week! First off, the opening of Mercs Own Brewing Company, then the Tai Chi interview, then the Lindy Chamberlain series etc., etc.,

It is all so fabulous, this old lady is practically twitching with excitement! We told you so!!!!

You are still our Adonis, because you "have a light in you, boy, let it shine!"...and you have!

Shalom and love to you, Andrea, and the girls, (obviously your inspiration.)

Gran Mil

Paul...How wonderfully things are moving for you! Good things should happen to good people but not always do. Will Mercs Own Brewing Company tee shirts be available to the Corner?

All the best.

Linda

oh, that is how you spell Adonis!!

Thanks Grand Ma Millie, love to you and Studd Muffin!

ps I am hoping to talk Cat into putting up a little extension to PC in the same way as she hasput up the recipe and poetry pages. It will have details re Mercs Own and also the facility to order teeshirts etc. I would love to send you some beer but it wouldnt last the journey so you will have to put up with me raising a glass in your honour - something I do on a regular basis!!

Linda, you betcha!! I will work it out and let you all know.

Sorry about my typing from above!! Fast fingers slow brain!!! And my space bar keeps jamming!

Paul, I feel good (and slightly out of breath) just reading all this!

Good luck and blessings on all these ventures and much creative joy to you in the process.

Mary

All I can say is WOW!!! What a week. I can just feel your energy jumping off the page and your happiness dancing around the room. I'm so very happy for you Paul. So very happy. Listening to you makes me want to make my life happier. You are an inspiration.

Tell me about your beer. Is it a heavy dark beer? Light ale? What? I'm a very pale beer drinker. My fav is Rolling Rock which is an extra pale ale. My husband, on the other hand, LOVES to try all types.

A ((hug)) in congrats for such a wonderful week.

Take care!

Jill

Great news Paul!

I agree with Mil, Linda, Mary and Jill - the good vibes are just jumping off the page today and they are very intoxicating and exciting. I am so happy for you and your family. It's about time good fortune has smiled on you...

Will be watching for more updates from you and Cat. And thanks Cat, for putting up the two articles for us. It's a lot of work and don't think it's not appreciated, because it is!

Be well everyone.

Sally

Paul,you really put a smile on my face this morning!
It has been quite a year for you and yours, hasn't it?
I'll send my best wishes to you, and I LOVE the
t-shirt idea!
hugs,
deltalady

(Agreeing with Mill Linda Mary Jill and Sally)
Glad things are going well for you Paul. Congrads on making your beer. Although im not allowed to drink beer yet, im sure its fabulous.
"Just because your getting older
doesnt mean you have to get old"
--Anonymous
Love to all
--lizee

Lizee, Paul is like old wine (or beer?)

With each year, he's only getting better!

Shalom and Love,

Gran Mil

Lizee, Paul is like old wine (or beer?)

With each year, he's only getting better!

Shalom and Love,

Gran Mil

Did you say Paul was like wine? Ummmmmm, I think I like him more now! Sorry Paul, I'm just a wine freak!

Jill

This is all so fantastic and so very well deserved! Wishing you the highest amount of success with Mercs Own Brewing Company, all the interviews and other shooting projects, your family, the whole works, and of course the new TV :)

Here’s to another fantastic week for you and Andrea and your girls and lots of enjoyment and success!
Evelyn

So great things are on the upswing...Life is a roller coaster ride isn't it?
Sign me up for a t-shirt!!
Or put them on cafepress.com and sell your own shirts, recipe books and poetry...
And, if someone's passing around wine, I'll take the chardonnay!

Yeah! dreams really do come true!

Congratulations on the brew and profile, only hope the profile makes it to the USA.

Next step to set up your own Brew Pub.
Brew your beer, make your sausages, have your beer dinners in your own establishment. It's just around the corner, I'm sure.

Love to you, Andrea, and the girls.
Hugs to all,
Sherrlyn

Paul, what can I say, you are a tower of stregnth when it comes to persistance and making things truly happen for you and your family. That's probably if I can say for everyone here why we admire you not just as Paul the actor/dancer but Paul the person who inspires all of us to follow our dreams.

AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW! lol

I mean it I really do! If I didn't Grandma Millie would kick my butt!

Enjoy this time it is well deserved!

Julie, my sweet,I would NEVER kick your you-know-what!

I'd rather just hug and kiss you, Paul and family, and Cat and everyone else on PC. (I think Paul's news has made me absolutely giddy....)

Shalom and Love,

Gran Mil

Julie, well said. Actually, I reckon Paul is sending out some really positive energy into the universe at the moment. Not only is it making Millie giddy in Florida but I think some of it has actually managed to reach here. Today was the first day I got into a rhythm with studying. It's been a real slog up to now but I reckon I crossed some barrier today. I went with it for the whole day (I'm on mid-term) and feel so much better about the year ahead tonight. Thanks for sharing the good feelings Paul.

Tim, I hope things are continuing to go well for you.

Millie, I'm sending my hug across to you (just until I can deliver it in person!)

Peter, I listened to King of the Mountain. I love the energy in it! When I walk during the week, it's in a built-up area so I always listen to music. It's a slow compilation at the moment but that could change any day now. When I walk in the forests, usually at the weekends, I prefer silence and to take in the whole experience.

On the subject of music - If you get a chance, have a listen to a song called Cannonball by Damien Rice (a young Irish guy who is doing really well with his first album). I predict another Cranberries success story.

Hello and love to Michelle, Evelyn, Monika, Sally C and to all my friends here.

Take care everyone,
Mary

Gosh this is really exciting! Mercs own! I wonder if I can get our Central Market or Larry's Market to special order your brew!!! They like to specialize in international brews. That's one of the reasons I shop there...*grinn*

Hey btw: can we order any "Mercs Own" T's from you Paul, and get the word around for ya??? T'would be kewl!

Congrats on the brew and the profile!!! That's so great that you do Tai Chi--
I think I even have a beginner's tape I need to dust off!! hehehe

Hi to all at the PC today/tonight
latte luv
Katalina

Just scrolled up..oops. Paul answered Linda w/my query.
kewl kewl kewl

Kat

Paul, Wow, what a week!
Congratulations on Mercs Own Brewing Company!
I'll look forward to seeing the piece by George Negus. I would imagine that it would be without the self-serving crap that most of the media dishes out.
Stay with it (spirit wise) with the dancing show. I reckon that the audience loves you.
I'm truly pleased for you that things are coming together. Sometimes it seems that it's a long time between breaks, but I think that we appreciate them all the more when they eventually come.

Mary, Glad you found that piece of energy. It's fun. We can't always be serious, or we'll grow old far too soon! That's my way of thinking.
I'll keep an eye and ear out for Cannonball. Thanks.

I've started back on the initial phase of my diet. The fat loss has tapered off over the last couple of months. I need a new kickstart.
Doing it on a "campaign" basis seems to be the way for me. Time for the next step forward.

I haven't seen any more old men with messages, but a thumping great Alsation came at me yesterday, growling and gnashing it's teeth. I stopped suddenly, turned on it, growled back, and it ran away! I'm bigger than it, so I guess that did the trick!

It's been a big week for me, too.
Some things have come together in a very amazing and unexpected way. Ya gotta be lucky sometimes!

Cheers to everyone at PC.

Peter I'm glad to hear things are coming together - whatever they may be. I love when things happen we never expected. And keep growling, it will keep them guessing!

I have had a great week as well and it's only Monday. Didn't tell many people except the women on my breast cancer board, but I had a bone scan last week. Pain in my neck and back - worry about bone mets. But after all the worry, it came back completely clean. Because of that I have declared the following said with the energy I've gotten from Paul's fantastic week.

Now, today, I reclaim my life from the Beast - wait I refuse to capitalize that! the beast. From now on I vow to focus on my life beyond breast cancer. I will move forward - wait! I will march forward into my life - MY LIFE! I refuse to give the beast any more control. I will live and focus on what is in front of me, not what "might" be there. What IS there is what matters - my kids, my husband, my faith, my family, friends, job and joy for what has been given to me. That is what matters!

Now I march forward and leave you for today to fill my birdfeeders, so I can see the birds even in winter.

Love to all!

Jill

Jill!!! I know you had expressed worry about having to undergo the bone scan in a past post, so I couldn't be more happy to hear your good news!!! Yes, all is well and life is good. By the way, I just came in from filling the birdfeeders! Another PC connection to be amazed by!

Paul, my connection to you is that I just had a beer and it was very good, but not as good as I imagine YOUR beer to be! I will happily promote your product in Chicago, the pizza eating/beer drinking capital of the world. I loved the good energy that was pouring out of your post! Okay, pun intended.

Peter, I didn't come across any Alsatians, but we were visited by two coyotes in our neighborhood yesterday. They came out to sleep in a pool of sunlight across the street from my house, not bothered by all of my neighbors staring at them. They finally trotted back into a wooded area where I hope they'll stay. Now I know why the rabbits have become scarce. That's sort of a connection, right? Enough for me anyway:)

Special hello to Mary!

Love to all of you,
Michelle

Wow, When stuff happens, it really HAPPENS!! Paul, Congrats on Mercs Own Brewing Company. Get that baby franchised so we can have it stateside!!! Tai Chi -- good for you. I've been doing it for years and it's one of the few things that REALLY helps keep things together for me. It'll keep you strong and even when you are not actually doing it, you can keep the image of the form moving in your mind and it really helps. My God, you've been busy. I loved the article Cat posted re Annie Get Your Gun and the gun handling. Back to Mercs Own Brewing Co, will it/does it have a web site and we will be able to order shirts and other stuff from it? My God, this is so exciting. Best to all. Jennifer

Hi Paul,

I'm so glad life is looking up for you. It's funny - when things are good it's hard to remember them being bad and when things are bad it's hard to remember them being good. The one thing we can all count on is change.

Grandma Mill, you are such a kind lady.

Hello to all and God bless.

Joan DeRosa

HELLO ALL!!
Im in a dandy mood!
I had such a good day. My firts period in school is Geometry. And I understood it. I was soo happy. My friends were asking ME fore help. But, the hightlight of my day was after school.(Chorus rehearsal)Chorus doesnt start till 5:30 and it was 2:50 and my friend Melanie, Jonathon, Luis and I were there. So from about 3 to till rehearsal started we were bonding. It was such a good day today. And reading everyones post just topped my day off. God I love you people!!! Speaking of God. Today was Bible study and since we have been working our cabooses off,we had our "Session" at Mcdonalds. It was a yummy class. I hope these good days continue for all of us.
--Love to all--
--lizee--
(COngrads again Paul)

I'm glad to hear things are going well for you Paul.
Hello all

Jill, that's truly fantastic news regarding the test results. I imagine you must be feeling pretty good about that. What a wonderful relief. Forward, ever forward!

Michelle, yeh, I reckon that's close enough to a connection. LOL.

Peter

Jill,

FANTASTIC NEWS !!! Way to go, Keep it up. Stay healthy !! Keep up the good attitude. It really can help.

Paul, congrats on the beer line, Mercs, it has a nice ring to it. To bad we cant try it in the states. It's always a miricle when someones dream comes true. Now one of your has. Best of luck with it. I hope it sells through the roof.

Sally, the disc is on the way!!!!

Love to all

Kelly

Ah, sweet people.

The board is so alive with such energy! It is so good to have this much positive vibes spreading over everyone. May it last forever...

Special thanks to Brian and Kelly for all your help. Love ya guys!

Jill, great news, great attitude. You go girl!

Michelle, coyotes? Seeing wildlife across the street from your house or in your back yard is always a treat for me, as there is such little habitat left where I live. But, I think I'll pass on something that could eat my pets. Be careful!

Jennifer, I agree with you. Paul should hop on the 'net when he gets up and running and offer his wares to the masses. Why, he could be rich in no time, don't you think?

Peter, glad things are falling into place for you. Continued success.

Inn, missed you.

Big wave to Mary and Kim across the pond. Big hello to all the gang.

Be well.

Jill, your news is wonderful!

Every Saturday, at religious services at the synagogue, a portion of the prayers are set aside for those who have health issues.

I send a list with Ellie, and your name, along with Diane, Kelly, Melinda, and others, are mentioned by him each Saturday, and I think it is working!

You, and all the others on PC are truly my heroes for you all are "the wind beneath my wings".

Shalom and Love,

Gran Mil

Jill, so sorry I missed your news last night. I was just doing a quick skim. Like I said to Katalina last night...life is getting in my way right now. I'm am very glad that you are doing well and I hope you continue to do so.
Hello to all, and if I missed more news you can kick me later.
peace, Inn

Inn - I would never kick anyone! Except myself to get myself into gear! Thanks tho!

Thanks to everyone. You are all great. I am blessed to have found this place.

Take care

Jill

Sally, EXACTLY! If we can at least buy shirts (and caps and, hey, what about tote bags!) for Mercs, then we'd be a great advertising force for Paul! Plus, any of us who have our own web sites, could place a hot link on them to Mercs! Paul, I'm sure you know that there are Beer Guides published (hard copy and on the net) for travelers and afficianados (how the heck do you spell that) and getting Mercs listed in those would be super. God, all this talk of beer is making me THIRSTY! xo to all, Jennifer

Jill, I was so glad to read about your good news! I'm really happy for you. Just think, if you hadn't decided to confront the test, you would still have the uncertainty hanging over you. Your courage has rewarded you. You're facing in the right direction. Keep going!

Peter, delighted to hear you've had a good week. I hope you're on a roll and that all continues to come together for you. Good luck with the kickstart.

PS Maybe the alsatian was a final test of your persistence before the third old man comes along!

Michelle, hello to you. Hope you're having a good day.

Hi back to Sally & to Inn.

And last, but not least - HAPPY BIRTHDAY EVELYN!!!
I wish you lots of joy and fulfillment for the year ahead. Hope you're having a great day.

Love to Paul & all,
Mary

Happy Birthday, Evelyn!!! Here's wishing you lots of joy and happiness! I hope you're able to celebrate with more than just half a beer:) We'll never let you forget that, ya know. In all seriousness, how lucky am I to have met you here? You're a joy to know and I always look forward to your posts as they're filled with your good energy. Keep shining!

With love,
Michelle

Happy Birthday Evelyn!!! Many many happy returns!

A special ROAR for Jill - i love your positivity and drive to kick the beast! Hugz from Seattle :)

Hi Inn - yer favorite Rock Lobster...Hairdeenie

Luvz a latte to all at PC today.
Katalina

Evelyn, Happy birthday to you!! Gosh, it seems like your last birthday was only a few months ago.
Has the time gone that fast?
Have a wonderful day.

Mary, I'm known for my persistence, if nothing else! I hope it doesn't turn out to be three savage dogs!! LOL.

DANCING WITH THE STARS - my take on it this week:

I actually managed to sit and watch the whole of the show with my family. The truth is, I was too tired to do anything else!

Briefly:
Paul continues to look relaxed and smooth. He appears to be wearing the role like an old glove, now.
He looks happy.
The banter between the judges makes it more interesting, I think. I think that many people like to compare their own judgement to the judges'. It's part of the game for them.

The dancing, I thought, was in the most part pretty good for non-professionals, and the show still remains fun.
If I were judging, I would still award a very good score to the show, overall.

Cheers to all (with a Merc's brew of course, except for me, since I'm back to phase 1 of my low-carb blubber loss diet), and have a great day.
Peter

Hey Peter, I'm going to go out on a limb here. Could you possibly e-mail me?

Michelle

Paul,
Congratulations for all your sucess! You merit this dear!
Carol

Happy Birthday Evelyn! I'd like to get a t-shirt or two..too, and support Merc's own. Sure would like to get a beer or two..too. LOL!
Have a great night all, especiall the rock lobster,hairdeenie!
Peace, Inn

Happy Birthday Evelyn!!!!!!

I have my beer dinner on tonight and as the hotel has just put on a new chef we have decided that it will be better if I, and someone who cant be named as I promised I would not tell anyone he was cooking, will cook the dinner for tonight. So I am off now to pretend to be a head chef at a hotel and cook a four course beer dinner for those lucky few who bothered to book.

Anyone for dinner?:)

Peter I am sure you can have one Mercs Own Peach Ale when it comes out?!? It will be up to you to write a review on it for every one here. (oh the pressure not on you but me - what if you dont like it?)

Paul, my tastes are varied when it comes to food & drink. I'll look forward to my first bottle of Mercs Own Peach Ale!

I'll be on phase three of my diet by then, so what the heck, eh!!

Peter

Happy Birthday to you Feliz Cumpleanos a ti--Happy Birthday Evelyn Happy Birthday to you!!
Paul- Have fun pretending to be a chef!!
"Theres a place for us--Somewhere a place for us--Hold my hand and were half way there--Hold my hand and i'll take you there --Somewhere-Somehow"
--That was from the movie West Side Story. God I love that movie. Ah well another day has passed,more time has gone by another day will come tomorrow and I will be there to live every minute of it--but first I have to sleepp about 8 hours--so Goodnight sleep tight and with the angels.
"The fool isnt the one that asks a simple question-but the one that doesnt ask at all"
-Anonymous
--love forever--
Lizee

Thank you all for the good wishes! This day was way too long with work, but I did go out with a colleague and new friend for a beer, yeah, as hard as that might be to believe, I did have an entire beer and would have had more if I didn't have to drive afterwards. Now safely at home, I've moved on to Bailey's--cheers everyone! And thank you for your love. It does add a special touch to this day, to my life, to me. Thank you for all your special friendships, which I treasure a lot!

Michelle, thank you for your comments. They actually surprised me, since I don't feel that I have been very positive or full of energy lately, well other than negative energy perhaps, and searching to find my focus and calm and relaxed sense of being again, but I have not really found it right now, esp. since I haven't had a lot of time for myself, not enough sleep and way too much work-bad combination for me. I'm feeling lost. Last night a read a little and it was about facing ones own fears and it challenged me to meditate about what I want and to envision it, but also to be with myself and my fear and to love myself in that fear. It helped me be more relaxed and hopeful today—baby steps.

The other thing that's been weighing heavily on my mind lately, is my sister’s health. I did tell you about this a while back that she was screened for breast cancer, then it was ruled out and the last test had suspicious cells in it and she has to go into surgery next week. I am hopeful, but there is the nagging uncertainty in the backs of all our minds, by the way she did tell Mum and my other sister about it this past summer and I’m glad she did, because now we all can support her.

Peter, thanks for the update. I do agree with you about Paul adding something to the judges with his sense of humor, okay, so I’ve only seen the clips that Brian kindly put up, but some of them are just a tad too serious for my taste and I wish they’d lighten up a bit. Oh and besides having your own taste of Merc’s Own Peach Ale please have another one for me, Please … sorry, I know that won’t help your weight loss, but please, I’m begging you! Oh and you must have it all, half won’t do :)

Paul, enjoy being chef, some of us can only dream of that and you get to do it! I’m sure it will be wonderful for you and a great success, & sure I’m always up for a good dinner…

Jill, thanks for sharing your good news. I am so VERY happy for you and to hear your spirits uplifted and soaring, wow, makes me want to be there with you, for you!

Julie, also belatedly, congrats on finishing the course successfully. I hope you get the job you dream off.

Hi Mary, love to you!
Have a wonderful day everyone!

A hearty good morning to everyone!

Thanks for all your well wishes on my clean scan. It was very happy news. I'm still marching and the beast is shrinking and shrinking. Soon he'll be nothing more than a flea.

My husband came home from a business trip last night. He had been gone since Sat. Missed him. Really missed him. Probably too much info for you, but this morning when I saw him in his flannel pj pants I almost jumped him. Too bad this having to get ready for work thing was in the way! Maybe tonight! Okay, now I"m blushing!!!!!!!!!!!

Paul, I loved to come for dinner. But alas there is an ocean in the way.

Evelyn
Belated birthday wishes! My best going out to you. I hope you get some answers on your sister's health. I'm can completely relate.

Love to all!

Jill

Oh one last thing. I've had an ear worm the last few days. The song "Perhaps, perhaps, perhaps" from SB is going through my mind! Love that song and scene.

Jill

Happy Birthday Evelyn!!! Jennifer

Evelyn, I feel your good energy no matter what mood you're in or what worries you may have. Who You Are shines through and is never diminished by whatever problems life brings your way. After all, problems come and go, but you remain the very special, loving, person that we've all come to know and love.

I'm sorry you're going through a bit of a storm, especially the worries about your sister. That's really hard. I hope you find the time to nurture yourself and take care. Know that we're here for you and ready to listen to whatever you need to share.

Lots of love and good energy to you and your sister. Better times are ahead!

Michelle

PAUL
Congratulations on your new adventures. I am so happy that things are looking up for you and your family. Don't feel GUILTY about the new TV. We all have gone and bought something that we shouldn't have and gone home feeling guilty.

Good News from here. My daughter Alana is expecting again. Her due date is sometime in May.

Happy Late Birthday Wishes Evelyn.

Pleae keep a boy named Luke Taylor in your positive thoughts. He has been battling Cancer for the last two years. He was sent home to die, as there was nothing else the Doctors could do. Because he has been in so much pain, they had to take him back to the hospital for a IV morphine drip to ease the pain. He is ONLY 6 years old. We are all praying for him in our church.

I retired my horse Dartin to a retirement farm. He is in a pasture with a girl friend. So I am basically without a horse. It's time to move on anyway and start another adventure in my life.

Happy Halloween to all here at PC.
Take Care,
Marge

Wow, I'm tired now, I mean could you really work any harder! It's nice that things are going so well for you though.
Let us know how the beer turned out, not keen on it my self but the hubby does like a good beer.

Episode 4 of Dancing with the Stars for the "geeky types".

http://number98.com/out/DWTS04a.mp4
http://number98.com/out/DWTS04b.mp4
http://number98.com/out/DWTS04c.mp4
http://number98.com/out/DWTS04d.mp4
http://number98.com/out/DWTS04e.mp4
http://number98.com/out/DWTS04f.mp4

Complete episodes 2 and 3 are still available using the links I posted last week but I will need to clear out some space soon.

Regards all,

Brian

Hello!!!!
Well, im at school right now in my English class and im so happy. I just came form my Geometry class and I got a B on my test. I am soo happy. Thats a big accomplishment for me.
Marge- Luke Taylor is in my prayers.
ummmm lemme think hmmmmm...
OH!! If you ahvent seen "Shall We Dance". You need to. I saw it for the 3rd time last night. My mom hadnt seen it so i accompanied her.
Life is great!
love to all
--lizee--

Lizee you have such enthuisasim. I wish I had your in class!

Jill

Paul, hope the beer dinner was a huge success and that things are good for you.

Evelyn, how are you doing? I'll keep your sister in my thoughts and you too. Look after yourself.
Baileys - good choice.

Peter, thanks for another glimpse of Paul in DWS. Hi to you.

Hi Marge! Delighted to hear the good news about Alana. I will keep Luke in my prayers and thoughts. Good luck with your next adventure!

Special hello to my friend in Chicago. Hope you are well Michelle.

I booked my tickets for FIF today! It's been a good day.

Love to all in PC tonight,
Mary

Hello everyone... :)

My name is Jeanett. We (my husband, 16-year old son, and I) live in the small town of Newcastle, Oklahoma -- just a few miles SW of Oklahoma City (where I work).

I found your site, by accident really, a few weeks ago. I had rewatched SB for the umpteenth time (my son thinks I'm crazy, but I noticed he stayed and watched it with me again too!). The next day I decided to surf the web. I did a "search" on Paul's name and hit the jackpot by finding you all. I wondered where all the other PM fans were and now I know!

Paul --- I haven't had the chance to modify my computer to allow me to view DWS, but am anticipating being able to see the shows soon! Your newest endeavor, the brewery, sounds wonderful. To be able to see your dreams come true!! You and your family must be so excited!

I am in total agreement with all of you --- that Paul's company needs to make t-shirts, caps, etc. available so we can spread the word for him.

I a signing off for now -- don't mean to be rude by not acknowledging each of you by name. I will be better next time --- if you are willing to allow me to share my thoughts with you occasionally here in the Corner...

Jeanett :)

Just checked the site to see if my message got posted and can now do the calculation on date/time. My posting is labeled 10/30 (04:XXAM), and as I am typing this right now, my date/time is 10/29 (03:XXPM) -- a difference of..... minus 13 hours!!

Jeanett :)

Jeanett, welcome to PC! Yes, we were initially all bound together through our love of Paul and Strictly Ballroom. Most of us have watched SB multiple times, so glad you've joined the club!

Now, Paul is into other projects, and we are so happy for him, and yes, proud of him for his perseverence and his know-how in many areas!

Shalom and Love,

Gran Mil

Paul,

I wish to send some photos to you. How I can to do? Only write to Cat? Exist any e-mail than I can to send? Please, answer-me.
Caroline

Brian,

Kudos to you again! I just love this show !

I am really rooting for Matt and Nat .

Paul, you looked great. I thought John did really good this week. I wish I could see this on my big screen but my dvd player wont play it.
I can only get good picture id its on small, but its better than nothing so I'll sit close to the monitor every week!

Thanks again Brian!

Sally, have gotten the disc yet?

kelly

Hi guys,

Boy, I disappear for a little while and come back to find such great news! A warm welcome to Jeannett. :-)

Paul,
Congratulations on Mercs Own Brewing Company! What a thrill it must have been to taste the first bottle of your own beer! :-) You are an inspiration to us all to be persistant in pursuing our dreams. I am thrilled for you and your family and wish you complete success in your endeavors. Too bad I can't get to taste your peach ale, it sounds so refreshing!

Jill,
So happy to hear your news on the results of the bone scan, and so inspired by your courage. {{{{{Jill}}}}}

Evelyn,
Hope your birthay was a great one. Will add your sister to prayer list. I'm glad she has you, your mom and sisters to support her. It makes a great difference on a person's outlook to be surrounded by loved ones. :-)

Grandma Mil,
I thought of you when the Red Sox won the world series and figured that your joy must have added a bit more gusto to your high kicks at the Follies rehearsals! LOL

Lizzie,
Congrats on the B in Geometry! Your posts never fail to make me smile. So nice to see a young person appreciate life's small pleasures! :-) Have you seen the original "Shall We Dance?" movie in Japanese? If you haven't I encourage you to see it. I have not seen the new version yet. I usually wait until they come out in video. LOL

Peter,
Thanks so much for the reviews of the show. You are so lucky to be able to actually taste Paul's beer! Since I am on meds for my different ailments, I usually don't drink alcohol, but the doctor said I can take a glass of wine or a bit of beer once in a while. Last night hubby, son and I shared a bottle of beer (it was a large bottle) that a friend brought us recently from Dominican Republic. Really enjoyed it and it brought back so many memories of days gone by! :-)

Brian,
Thanks a million for the videos of the show. You have no idea how much I enjoy watching them! :-) I am off now to download the latest installments.

Hugs to Mary, Inn, Cat, Kelly, Sally C, Niki, Tim, and everyone at PC.

Nertha

Brian, I forgot to thank you in my last post for putting up this week's show. You're very good to keep taking the time and effort to do this. Thank you.

Hi Nertha. Hope you are well.

Paul, my son Paul turns eighteen this weekend and because of the occasion that's in it, I'd like you to know that the past year has continued to be one of growth and positive change for him. Once again, sincere thanks.

Hi & love to all of you out there,
Mary

PS Jeanett, forgot to say welcome! Good to meet you.

Mary

Welcome Jeanette, thanks for coming to the site!

I too send my thoughts to Luke.

I meant to get on the site today and write a few thoughts and comments but as usual I got caught up in Sunday things and now it is bed time. So it will have to wait until another day.

But - beer dinner was great except for the fact about 15 people dropped out on the day. Bummer really - the food was great, the beer was great, the people and the atmosphere was great so it is hard to complain - in fact I wont!

Next beer dinner is December 2nd. I am going to serve up my first public tasting of Mercs Own Peach Ale and also my very own smoked briskett. Needless to say that will be great also!!

You know, staying positive amongst the anxiety of of unkown tomorrows is bloody hard!

More later.

Night

Paul,
"Today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday". We all fear the unknown and the mind can conjour up terrible things if we let it. Maybe it is old age creeping up on me, but I find that worrying about tomorrow takes up a lot of valuable time. You can only do so much, then you have to trust the universe and hope things turn out all right. Most of the time, they do....

I woke up early this morning, confused by the time change here in the States. I'm used to getting up in the dark and coming home from work in the dark, so today was a nice turn. We survived Mischief Night and I only saw one house that was toilet papered when I went out to church. It is very warm out and foggy, and the leaves are just starting to fall. It is so awe-inspiring to look at all the colors, so beautiful...

Kelly,
The disc hasn't come yet. I'm thinking tomorrow it should be here. Again, thank you.

Hello out to Peter, Mill, Nertha, Mary, Kim, Lizzie, Jeanett - welcome, Caroline, Brian, Michelle, Inn, Tim, Cat and Kat, Jill, Nertha and all the wonderful people who pass by.

Don't forget to vote on Tuesday!

Be well.

Paul, Pity about the drop-outs. Glad it went well in any case.
Wihing you success with Merc's Own and the beer brisket!

Sally C., Hi! Autumn is nice. It's Spring here and all is new.

Peter

Paul, Glad the beer dinner went well, despite the drop-outs.
Good luck with Merc's Own & the beer brisket.

Sally C., Hi. Autumn is so colourful. It's Spring here and all is green and new.

Peter

Sorry, problems with my PC,
It didn't register as transferring, so I re-wrote.
Cat,please excuse me!

Dear Paul,

Mazeltov ( congratulations ) on Mercs Own Brewing Company!! It sounds incredible and I'm really sending alot of blessings your way for much success and happines. The vision has now become a reality. What a week you had. It just seemed like a neverending rollercoaster ride. Probably one of the best life footage shots of you would be your whole family and you cookin' up some yummy dish in the kitchen! There never seems to be a dull moment with kids, right? Good luck and peace...Love to andrea and the girls..

Tara

Paul
Just watched a movie called "While you were Sleeping" with Sandra Bulluck. In the credits I noticed an actor's name. It is Michille Mercurio, who plays a young girl named Midge. Anyone you know?

The drop outs for your dinner is their loss.

Love to all here on PC.
Take care,
Marge

Sally, I have always loved the beautiful colours of Autumn and the beautiful scent of the forests around this time. This year, thanks to some thoughts from Michelle, I'm not letting the disappearing light affect me as it usually does. It's like seeing the season through new eyes.

Peter, I like the idea of the two seasons co-existing at opposite ends. It's like something is being held in perfect balance.

Best to you both & to all here in PC,
Mary

Mary,
I suppose that the seasons are a bit like our lives, if you look at it from an instantaneous, global perspective.

We are slowly growing older as does Autumn, yet we are constantly being renewed, as Springtime does.
I find it consoling. I makes me feel comfortable and full of promise for the future.

Best to you as well.

Peter

testing.....

I wish you luck on the job interview, Julie! I feel you will wow those guys, and you will make a wonderful receptionist, because you 1) are a people person, with a terrific personality, 2) you are very bright, and 3) you are are very beautiful.

(Gee, I think I'd hire you myself, but I don't know if you can dance or sing in tune.)

Shalom and Love,

Gran Mil

Wow, is it dark here! And rainy as well. Sort of fits my pre-election day sense of dread. I'll be so happy to have tomorrow over with, yet I'm not sure anything will be decided even then. Anything could happen and it wouldn't surprise me.

Peter, what you said about Autumn is very similar to what I've always thought. I like the idea of it being a time of going within, preparing for Spring when the light returns and we concern ourselves more with external matters. Even though I love it, I think today I'd prefer your Springtime.

Mary, as I always I'm thinking of you!

Good luck with the interview Julie!

Hi Sally C.!

Love to all,
Michelle

Just a gentle reminder:

If you haven't already - GO VOTE.

Don't care who you vote for, but Just Do It!!!

It's our right and priviledge.

Grandma Mil,

Just wanted to drop in to say that you bring alot of sunshine in hear! I get to this lovely site now and then ( with 4 kids it gets a little crazy ) but wanted to say " hey " to everybody and thanks for the smiles. Paul,I have been a big admirer of you for years, right after I saw " Striclty Ballroom" and all the other ones as well. My husband, Michael and I , really got a kick out of " Exit to Eden "...Ha! Ha! Did you see that one Granma Mil??? Just curious. My heart goes out to you so much Paul for how life is going for you lately. How do we get the t-shirts? There used to be a picture in this site in the upper right hand corner of a really good-looking beer, Paul. I complimeneted on that when it was first on, remember! Yummmy! Congrats again and peace...

Tara

hey all.

paul: great post. always good to hear good news. your chin is always up...even when it's down. i like that about you. hey, when did your spelling get so good??? is it the beer...no, wait, it can't be the beer...can it?

hellos to those who remember me...it's been too long on my end. sorry about that. time's fun when you're having flies.

Cmon Peter!!! I just got home from the show, raced out to the office to read the critic and nothing!!?? Boy life can be tough at the top....ooops I am standing on my head...oh...so this is what it is like at the bottom!?

Paul,

The scenery never changes unless you're the lead dog. Since your scenery is always changing, you must be the lead dog! Enjoy the view!!

Sally

Paul,
can you give us a heads up on who got bumped this week?

Texas, Paul's spelling has improved because he sees how bad mine is and he tries REALLY hard not to look as silly as I do!!

I am glad you liked the disc, Sally. Paul, she said you looked REALLY good! Sorry Sally!

Kelly : )

Whaddouya mean my spelling is improved!! It's always been this good - although I have been a little more careful with my fingers upon the key board.

C'mon Peter still awaiting your review.

Now I really want to know what happened on the show and specifically what Paul did, if he's THAT anxious to hear Peter's take on it :) Waiting ...

Michelle, thanks for your comment as well from a few days ago, gave me a lot to think about. Thanks!

thanks all for your positive energy for my sister and the rest of the family. I feel much better than I did last week. It really means a lot to not feel alone in this.

got to run, 8 AM faculty meeting. Must try to stay awake, hate 8 AM meetings!

Hi Mary! Hi everyone else, welcome Jeanette.

Paul, did you dance on the show? Why are you so anxious to hear a critique? What happened? Why not just tell us already! Come on ! Spill it.

Did you were a purle suit?

kel

Hey Paul and all - just want you to know that my spelling is ALWAYS perfect because I'm and English teacher!! Wey allwayes haf two spel thins korrektly!!!!!

Love to all!

Jill

OOOOPSS!!! And I even made a mistake when I wasn't trying to! Oh the pressure!

Jill

Tara, (just love that name, you know why) I have never watched Exit to Eden. I have been too busy showing off "Strictly Ballroom" around our community since 2001.

I am going to show it again to the people that come to FIF, and again, to the people that live here.

I have the advantage of a 9 ft. screen now, but the Recreation Dept. has promised new equipment in early 2005, with a larger screen and state of the art projection equipment. Maybe that will be in time for FIF also. No tiny screen for our SB!
Can you just imagine those giant closeups of Paul and Tara? Be still, old heart of mine!!

Sherrlyn, we had early voting here in Florida. Ellie and I did our civic duty last week, after having to wait for days for the lines to get smaller, but we finally succeeded!

Shalom and Love,

Gran Mil

Yes, Jill, ven vun es a teecher, vun has to bee a good spellor, in ordor to teech chiluns lesons that vill lasst a liftime! (Me too, vus a teecher, butt retired in time, so as to knot do demage.)

Luv,

Gran the Mill

OK, what's the story with this week's show???

Peter, we await your arrival with bated breath....(more than usual I mean)

PS I loved your thoughts on the seasons. There's a lot in what you said. I'm still thinking about it.

Hi back to you Evelyn & love to all,
Mary

Paul, Steady on!
If you think that I'm going to drag my sorry guts to the computer at that hour (my day starts early), then you've got another thing coming!
Besides, I need to build the suspense.
Just for that, I'll wait until tomorrow.

OK, OK, I relent.
My apologies as I only saw the first hour of the show, but we taped the remaining 30 mins.
When it's time to get the kids to bed, absolutely NOTHING will stand in the way!

Here's my take on this weeks's show:

Overall, the show continues to progressively become more relaxed and certainly more involving of the audience.
Paul mixed up his deliveries this week with a clever mix of pathos and humour, helping to build the suspense within the moment, but also showing that the situation has a light side.
His comments included objective and suitable crticism, but retained a sense of fun and above all, fairness. I believe that he's becoming very, very good at this.
This is a far better vehicle to expose more of his own, real personality than most would have anticipated. He's definitely putting it to good use, with great success, in my opinion.

What did I think of the dancing?
It was fun and entertaining. It was certainly far more engrossing than I would have conceived of when I first heard of the show.
The "stars" come across as normal, everyday people, mostly.
John Wood is definitely Wood by name and wood by nature, but he appears to have a huge appeal with the audience. A nice bloke. He also has fun.
Pauline deserves credit for pereverence, if not much else.
I don't care how Matt dances, anyone who can run 100 metres in a whisker over 10 secs is OK in my books, even if he's dressed like a turkey and riding a unicycle. So there.

Since Paul seems insistent on receiving a score, well,....OK. I;ll give him a 9 again. BTW, I don't give 10's. (Pretty tough, eh?)

Paul, I'm still waiting on confirmation that you tuck yourself in before every show, as I advised.

To all at PC, have a good day (or night).
Time for me to get back to work now.

Peter

Peter - LOL - just stiring you up a bit and adding in a little bit of bullish pressure!! Thank you for not waiting until tomorrow but as I fell asleep upon the computer in anticipation of your full and frank review I went to bed (after I woke up of course) and didnt read your review till your tomorrow anyway. Thanks for the score by the way.

I reckon Pauline might just win it you know!!

My kids came in for the show last night and were beside themselves to meet some of the actors and celebs in the show - star struck they were - and not with a little pride I must admit that I was happy that they were impressed by how all the celebs and actors around the channel Seven studios said gidday to me - my girls didnt quite realise how many of the "names" I know and know me. Yes a bit off fatherly ego there but I am going to enjoy it.

oh - as for tucking in - could you clarify exactly what I am tucking in and where???

Peter I promise I wont hassle you again (maybe any way)

Hey Paul,

---snip---
I reckon Pauline might just win it you know!!
---end snip---

Bec wins or you're in trouble mate!

She's the best dancer, a really sweet girl and do I need to say that she looks stunning? (Not that I would be swayed in my vote by her being gorgeous of course)

8^)

Brian

Paul, hassle me?!! LOL. Water off a duck's back, trust me!

I said: tucking YOURSELF in. I wouldn't want you or anyone else (well, mabe not everyone, exactly) tucking me in. Besides, I've now learnt how to do it all on my own, finally.

It's really, really, nice that your girls would be so excited to meet the celebs.
It's OK for kids to do that. They're lucky that way.
It's also kind of ironic, given your own public face, but your own kids will always see you as "Dad", before anything else.

I remember making a point of not making a fuss so as to make you feel uncomfortable when I first met you. You introduced yourself as Paul and told me you were an actor. I resisted saying "No kidding", or anything stupid like that.
I respected your humility in the gesture.
That says a lot about you.

also a bit like Geoff J. He dosen't want to be constantly hassled, just because he's a celeb. People just leave him alone at the school, thank goodness.
I reckon that it would be a bastard inviting him to a dinner party. You'd always be fearful that he wouldn't like the food.

I fear that you might be right about Pauline. Whoa!! Who would have thought! You have to give her credit for havin' a go.
She is improving.
I think John stands a good chance, despite his wooden legs. But, hell, who knows?

Ah,... it's tough being a critic.

I invited Geoff over for dinner once. He and his wife came over and a couple of other friends of mine and boy did my wife and I over cook!!! The food was great but I think we over catered to compensate for our foodie nerves. We must have done okay as he came over again - it was good also because he and I talked food and he taught me some little foodie tricks! Nice people!

Paul - I'm in awe just getting to read what you write and know that you're out there reading what I write. I'd never be brave enough to invite you to dinner. My dog would probably annoy you too much and my son would show you all his monster trucks - all 22 of them.

I'll just stick with hiding behind a screen and making that make me look brave.

Glad the girls were tickled with who you know and who knows you. Isn't it great when we can impress our kids?

Love to all

Jill

As to this election...it's really a pisser. However, I will not live in fear. (Once again, this is just my devastated opinion).

Michelle

I can't beleive that I have missed the passed several days of blogging back and forth. Such funny stuff. Unfortunately I've been down in the dumps these past a few days. Must be the results of cabin fever. Of course the question of where is my life going has tapped me on the shoulder once again. But I won't bore anyone with details. Thank goodness I had this little job interview yesterday and of course all of you on PC to see some light in a dark tunnel.

This small spa I interviewed at is really nice. It's a converted little house in the heart of the city and the owner graduated seven years ago from the same school of massage as I did. She seems to be a real business woman and her personal assistant is from Sydney orginally. It would be great place to start to build up my own clientel after I get my license. They're suppose to call me today to confirm their decision so I wait.

In the meantime I went to Barnes and Noble and bought two books. One. Bill Bryson's "In a Sunburned Country" about his travels in Australia, and Elizabeth Peters latest Amelia Peabody Mystery, "Lord of the Silent". Good distractions for the mean time.

Oh and Grandma Millie, you should go out and get the DVD of Exit to Eden. As SB is Paul's greatest display of his talents EE is Paul's "cutest" role if I can say so.

Take care all

Julie, I hope that you get good news from the spa and that it cheers you up no end! Good luck.
It sounds really nice.

Michelle, Your concerns are understandable. Wouldn't it be nice to have a government and leader of state, in any country, that we could actually trust 100% !! Fat chance, it seems.
Commiserations to those who did not vote for Bush.

And now, for the remainder of the critique on this week's "Dancing with the Stars":

I've finally worked out why I have an instant attraction to the show - it's the mirror balls.

On close scrutiny, and this really does raise some major concern, I'm quite confident in stating that I'm completely certain that in several instances, I was witness to illegal steps, and...... flashy crowd pleasing moves! This must stop, lest it threaten the purity of Dancesport.

Pauline took exception to one of the judges' condemnation of the whole groups performance of the Vienna Waltz and asked him to demonstrate, which he did. I guess he didn't have much choice. Fiesty woman, that Pauline. Well done to her.

Matt & Nat were voted off at the end of the show.
Boo Hiss.

Peter

Exit to Eden one of Paul's 'cutest' roles? PUH-LEEZ! That man has one fine tushy!

Terribly sorry I havent written!!!
How is everyone!!!
This is whats been happening.....
As some of you know I audutioned for an event that happens every year in Florida(callled all-state) and for the second part I had to learn 7 pieces of music and from Friday to Monday I was on House Arrest. (the 2nd part of the auditions were monday). My sisters didnt let me do anything until my music was perfect. So I wasnt allowed on the phone, watch T.V. or go on the computer. If you make the second part audition then depending on your score from the first audition you have three levels to make.Womens Choir-Mixed Choir-and sight-reading choir--
I was expected to make Womens Choir I made Mixed--
I am so happpy its imposssible to express in writing. Being in mixed is a huge honor.Im the youngest girl in mixed choir at that audition.I am shaking right now im so excited!!!
Ok well (todays news) the weekend after thanksgiving im going to disney and then in december im goin to allstate.
Excuse my french but Damn im happy!!!!
ok well im in school and I think my moms here so talk to you all l8er!!!
Love you all
Lizee
"Its kind of fun to do the impossoble"
--Walt disney

Are you blushing yet Paul? ;)

Paul, sounds as if you're having fun with the show! Exciting.

Hey everyone. gosh school is busier than I thought it could be. Love to you all and hope everything is going well.

Dream on...

Hi Cat,

I'm having trouble posting the link to Ep5 of DWTS. I get "Posting Denied" failures.

Did you change any settings at your end?

Brian

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FYI everyone--there are some words that spammers commonly use, and if you use them, you'll get a "post denied" message.

For example, if you tried to talk about that type of place where you play games in Las Vegas, it won't work. If you try to talk about naughty things, it also won't work.

Now, I'd love for you all to talk about losing money and making whoopee...but the spammers have ruined it for us all! :(

*tries to post*

OH DANG!

Sorry about that folks--there was a stray word in the blocked list that shouldn't have been there. It was, in fact, "me". I have fixed it. You can talk about "me" all you want. :)

I tried to send this yesterday but was denied! I thought it may have been becasue I was talking about my Tush but I now know it was because I was talking about "me"... any way

Congrats Lizzie on making mixed!!!!! Well done and what a great thing for you and of course how great for the choir to have YOU in it!!

Please leave my tush out of it or else it will want to start posting again.

Yeah Matt and Nat went. He was a bit dissapointed but I guess he didnt have the voting public behind him. My guess is Justin will go next week for the same reason - he may not have the same kind of profile and support in Australia as the others. But we will see.

Fine Paul, if you insist, we'll leave your tush alone.

I was wondering what was going on with the posting. I guess I have my answer.

Things are going well here. We are off to the Dells for the weekend. We went this summer and the kids LOVED the waterslides, so we are going back to celebrate my mother-in-laws 70th b-day.

I've managed to keep fighting back the beast and he's not taking over my life and constant thoughts. Of course it's still there, but not causing me to obsess. It feels good. Very good! I'm still working on getting guitar lessons. I need a kick in the ass for that one. I'm letting fear bind my hands on this one I think. Fear that people will think I'm odd for taking lessons. I know, I know what do I care what others think. Lizzie - if only I had your courage!!! I'm working on it.

Well love to all!

Take care

Jill

Jill, my 49 year old husband just left for his guitar lesson. My chiropractor goes to the same place, as well as our attorney. There's a 45 year old woman right before my husband and a man in his 60's after. They're all having the BEST time learning.

I think you should go for it! By the way, I was at a Blues bar a while back on open mic night when a 63 year old grandma got up and played with a group of guys she'd just met. Lead guitar, baby! I was so proud of her!

Go for it, Jill! Follow your bliss!

With love,
Michelle

Hi PCers,

Ep 5 of Dancing with the Stars for the geeks.

http://number98.com/out/DWTS05a.mp4

It's been a busy week for me so I just posted the whole thing complete with ads in one large file. If that means that the file is too large for people to download, then let me know and I'll go back to cutting it into chunks.

Brian

Julie, hope everything works out for you with your new job. A saying here goes 'What's for you won't pass you by'. I hope whatever's waiting for you is exactly what you would wish for. Good luck.

Peter, thanks for the review. Hope today is a good day so far for you.

Lizzie - congratulations!! You obviously made a big impression. Well done!

Jill, I agree with Michelle. Go for it! My brother-in-law has just taken up the guitar at forty two. He's doing really well and loves it. Nothing ventured....

Brian, thanks to you once again.

Hi to Cat, Michelle, Sally, Nertha, Kelly, Millie, Inn, Tim, Evelyn, Vicki, Maile, to all PCers and ...to the wonder that is Paul's tush (once mentioned, it must be acknowledged).

Love to you all,
Mary

Congrats to Lizzie on making it to mixed choir and enjoy the competition!

Julie, I hope you find a well fitting and fulfilling job soon.

Peter, I loved your thought on the seasons and life and thanks for the update/review on the show. Now who did said judge who had to demonstrate after his critique get to dance with during the demonstration? :) Ah I guess I can find out soon for myself after checking out the huge file Brian posted.

thank you Brian!

Talked to my sister yesterday after her surgery, she's at home and boy was she drugged with happy medications. I haven't heard her giggle this much in I don't know how long a time. So far so good, now waiting on the lab results to come back. Spirits are definitely lifted all around in the immediate family.

Hi back to you Mary and everyone else. Love to all!

Hey guys.
Paul congrats mate. Life has really turned around for you. Goodonya!!
We all knew of course that it would happen. You were destined to be a pivotal person in peoples lives. Congrats again.
Well I made a 4.0 again this semester. Work work work. Also I joined a consultant firm and I'm making a 6 yes 6 figure income. Wasn't I just moaning about welfare?????
Isn't the challenges and persistance of going through lifes processes a trip. All I can say is WOW. I travel almost 100%, my class this semester is online. Sorry I can't make it as often as I used too. I miss the board..but I'm still here in thought and I do read....

peace and love

Timmer

Tim

What can I say? I look back on some of your postes from a year ago and I am so proud of you !

I was just telling my jusband about how we support each other and care for each other and give each other love and life, and it makes you want to do great things in life. Of course I am not saying that the corner is responsibel for your 4.0, wow 4.0 ! but if you feel supported, you can do anything. Your marraige has turned around, you life has tutrned around. I am so happy for you. Congratulations !!

Love Kelly

Lizzie

I gorgot to tell you WONDERFUL JOB!
Wern't you just saying how great life was?
I really is. GREAT JOB ! You should be very proud of yourself.

Way to go!

Kelly

Tim - WOW!!!!!! Great job! You should be very proud of yourself and what you have done. Well done.

Jill

Tim, a big MAZELTOV!! (That's another Yiddish word that should confuse the blocker police.)

It means hearty CONGRATULATIONS on your new position and your fabulous grades. We knew you could do it, and you are an absolute inspiration!

(Paul many other words derived from the Yiddish have made it into the mainstream of language.)

Your "tush" is really "tushie" and everyone has one the last time I looked!

Lizzie, I can feel your excitement, for sure! Those music competitions bring back fond memories, when I was your age. (Yes, I can still remember back that far.)

Our high school orchestra always rated an A in state competitions. I played the viola and hated every moment. I secretly longed to play the drums!

Evelyn, so glad your sister is doing well, and that you and your family are encouraged.

Shalom and Love,

Gran Mil

Hey all,

Just watched episode 5. I was really hoping Paul was the one to get out there and shake it, but theres always next week.... one can hope!
Paul, I really like the show. I love the concept. I wish they would do one in the states.

Love to all, off to work.

Have a great weekend!
I will be spending it painting the rest of the inside of my house that I didn't get to last weekend. After all the boys on the football team that were here last weekend saw me working so hard, they offered to come over this weekend to help me paint. I couldn't say no to them. They are so sweet to offer. (since the boys are here most every weekend, Maybe I will start up some more projects! hehe

Love to all,

Kelly

I'm bummed. I tried to watch the clip, but it would only play to one point. I couldn't get it to go beyond that point. I'll try it again tonight - didn't have time to last night.

Take care all

Jill

Tim, congratulations!!! This is fantastic news all around and I'm so very happy for you for finding your way, getting there, sticking with it and being successful and getting fantastic results. 4.0, not bad at all, total understatement. It's amazing how far you have gotten in such a short amount of time! Impressive and inspiring!!! I hope you have some time to sit down and enjoy your achievements and celebrate your accomplishments! If not I'll be happy to do it for you, he he, :) okay, do it yourself, please!

Paul, I do like the show as well and I’m glad you are part of it.
Love to all!

Hi, dear Paul

I am doing lessons of sing and was learning "Time after time" with "Cindy Lauper"! Remember in Strictly Ballroom? I think how would be wonderful a "CD" about sings of the film "Strictly Ballroom". Here in Brasil don't exist this CD, but maybe in Australia it exist. I'm sure if it to exist will be the bigger sucess. If it exist the fans could to buy in this site. What do you think about this idea?
Excuse my poor English, again!
Caroline

Evelyn-your sister is in my prayers. I hope you lab results turn out fine.

Paul, I was watching the latest clip and was shocked with you said you hated the song "Love is in the Air", but then I thought about it. You must have heard that song over and over and over. I was in danceline in high school and we learned a dance to the song "We Built This City" by Jefferson Starship. I can't hear that song now. I cringe!!! Long story short, I understand how you could hate that song.

Take care all!

OH I did some searching on guitar lessons. I'm starting the journey!

Jill

Paul

I understand how you resent everything Strickly Ballroom, and the songs in it. As you you don't get residuals or a cut of Baz's new 3 dvd collection. We all think that bites. But remember, please. That that is the vehicle that thrust you into the limelight and made it possible for you to continue working in film and stage so that people like us, the pc family, can know you and love you (as a friend, easy Andrea!)and enjoy your successes with you. This corner would not have happened without SB and I know my movie collection would be much smaller without all the Paul Mercurio movies I keep accumulating. (The Aussie ones are SO hard to find, but I don't mind paying the higher cost to get them!) I did a production of Grease in my senior year of hisg school and several local theatres kept swaying me to be members of thier organizations, The largest one in my scity said I could pick any part I wanted in their production in Grease and I would get paid! But I was in love and Tom didn't like me doing theatre so I didn't do it. PLUS I got so sick of poeple telling me how good I was in it and how funny I was. (I played Jan) that I really didnt want anything to do with Grease for years, as I heard so much from everyone for years afterward. It started feeling like I was nothing outside of the part. Of coarse that is not true but thats how I fealt for a while. So I kind of understand how you feel. I just hope you can embrace the fact that without SB, you wouldn't have us, and we wouldn't have you. So whatever the hardships, I am glad you travelled them and I am glad they led you to all of us.

OK I am done now.

Love to all,

Kelly

Hi Auntie Mil and everyone.
Thanks for the responses. My wife says she sees a new confidence in me. My weight is beginning to change already. This is just what I'm destined to do. The masters has really empowered me to feel more self confident.

Paul...I would love to see those shows. It must be a rush for your to do them. The exposure is great. And your beer place to boot. So wonderful.

I just read you can't stand love is in the air. On No! It's like not liking Come what may in Moulin Rouge. (I know Baz again)...but I loved it. Then again, I do understand. There is a song they played at my mothers funeral that I have never forgotten and can't hear again without crying. So I prefer to not hear it.

Everybody sounds upbeat. We're househunting this weekend. We're getting ready to hire a contractor to finish up our place and dress it up a little bit. Shouldn't take but a couple of weeks. Hopefully we'll be able to market it 1st of January. Actually mid December when a lot of people make moves.

Lizzie glad to hear about your music. That's awesome. It's great to accomplish something. You have no idea of what I've been through personally and you probably haven't gone back to Paul's posts so far back now I can't remember, but how much has changed positively for him. We all stuck together. You'll love this corner it's therapy for the soul and friendships for a lifetime.

I knew Shalom Auntie Mil.... : )

peace and love

Tim

Tim, I am so happy for you and so proud of all that you have achieved over such a short time. You are an inspiration to all of us to follow our dreams. Continued success and fulfilment to you.

Your words about Paul & the PC family here really touched me, as did yours Kelly. I think you've both expressed very well how we all feel about what Paul has brought about here.

Love to everyone,
Mary

hey
ive come on this site every day for the past week atleast but for some reason havent posted a message. I than saw the word 'MazelTov' and felt a little more at home with my odd name. Thank you Grandma Mil for giving me the courage to write! I can't write for long now, but i just want to say that this site is so great and Paul you are so intriguing! I read a comment made by you that you're a ballet dancer not a ballroom dancer, and i was really upset as i learn latin dance and thought i wouldnt come on your site anymore, but I've realised theres more to you and to life than ballroom dancing, and I'm sure there is still heaps i can learn and enjoy from this site.
Thank you
Yael