Some are sweet, some are just HILARIOUS- but that’s how fathers are, right? I wonder if anyone else can relate to these sayings. Happy Fathers Day, Abba!!!
My dad on guys/relationships:
“What is relationship? People need to get married!”
“Find a boy who has a strong mother and sisters, and respects them.”
“I know some boys, but they are got right for you- not good enough. Honestly, they are bhonda [dull].”
“You know, there are a LOT of faltu [fake] guys out there these days…”
My dad on education/career:
“You could do a PhD- you are a LOT smarter than (insert name of his friend’s/distant relative’s daughter).”
“In these past few years, you could have DONE a PhD already!” (w/ exasperation)
“You could definitely work for the federal government. Some of these people do NOTHING all day.”
My dad on food:
“I don’t like white food.” (Awkward pause and weird look from waiter) “No, no, I mean food with white SAUCE!”
“We can cook better than the restaurants any day.”
“I found a REALLY good supermarket in my area!” (in VERY excited tone)
This pic is from The Way We Werestarring Redford & Streisand. Here Redford’s character (Hubbell) is sailing with his best pal, and thinking back on all the good times he shared with Streisand’s character (Katie). It’s a classic film, so check it out!
My sister asked me a while back if I STILL listen to country music (like I did as a teen). Well, why the heck not!? To me, it’s the BEST kind of music out there (esp. the ’80s and ’90s). I wince when I see the music vids (on CMT) a LOTTA ppl are doing these days, BUT they are usu not PURE country singers. They think outlandish hats, tight clothes, and over-the-top cleavage can draw attention from the fact that you have no talent- LOL! What I mean by that is, they do NOT have clear voices, natural gifts, and simple songs that the greats in the country music world have. Thesesingers are timeless: Reba, George Strait, Randy Travis, and my first musical obsession- Alan Jackson. Their names and music will live on for a LONG time to come…
There are 3 (not-so-famous) singers that I esp. liked growing up: John Berry, Paul Brandt, and Neal McCoy. It boggles my mind why they don’t have billions, but they are UNDENIABLY talented!
John Berry
John Berry, born in SC and raised in Atlanta, has a voice quite unlike most country singers b/c it has a DISTINCT gospel edge to it. His mother was a big fan of gospel and soul. He also writes a lot of his own stuff, and records his work independently (therefore giving him creative freedom that ALL artists want). When I listen to a John Berry song, it comes across as very pure, honest, and emotional. He is a “low key” personality, but has GREAT range to his voice- just listen and judge!
This song showcases his range:
Standing On The Edge Of Goodbye
This is his most famous song; it was ranked in the top 10 in it’s day:
Your Love Amazes Me
Paul Brandt
Can a skinny, baby-faced guy from Canada be a BIG country talent? Totally, yes! Paul Brandt, a former pediatric nurse from our northen nabe, is a singer/songwriter based in Alberta. As you may know, country has always been king in Canada. The range in his voice is great- he does a variety of songs effortlessly. His first 2 albums are hands-down FANTASTIC!
A Little In Love (great up-tempo song w/ fun wordplay):
I Do (popular “modern” country classic):
Neal McCoy
Neal McCoy is from small-town Texas, but w/ an Irish (father) and Filipino (mother); his real last name is McGoyne. He is known as a great performer onstage- big grin, loves dancing, and relating well to audiences. He was influenced as a kid by Charley Pride (a V famous African-American country singer from the ’60s and ’70s). Neal has a great knack for choosing songs which suit his voice and (outgoing) personality.
If I Was a Drinkin’ Man (soundcheck):
On of my fave songs (of all time)- his first #1 song:
No Doubt About It (LIVE):
Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye (official music vid):
They’re Playing Our Song (official music vid):
Wink (Opry performance):
A cute interview about his visit to the White House:
Jane is quietly coping w/o Bingley around. Poor Mr. Darcy is (obviously) suffering from love, but it- alas- refused. Lizzie learns re: Mr. Wickham’s true character. We see that Charlotte is coping w/ Mr. Collins (lord bless her!) Lydia goes off to Brighton w/ the Fosters- we know where that will lead! The Gardiners and Lizzie check out Pemberley (Mr. Darcy’s estate), and unexpectedly run into Darcy himself.
Sidenote: Colin Firth’s legs look v. good in the costumes IMHO. The long coats he wears are cool, too!
Below are some more quotes I like from the mini…
“I remember a time when I liked a red coat well enough.” -Mrs. Bennett recalls before the younger daughters dissolve into giggles
“She must know she’s marrying one of the stupidest men in England!” -Lizzie exclaims to Jane (after hearing of Charlotte’s engagement to Mr. Collins) “But everyone is not the same!” Jane exclaims after Lizzie expresses her shock re: her friend’s choice
“I am not romantic- I never was. I want only a comfortable home.” -Charlotte Lucas to Lizzie re: her decision to marry Mr. Collins
“The more I see of the world, the more I am dissatisfied with it.” -Lizzie confesses to Jane
“…it often happens that a whole day passes in which we have not spent more than a few minutes in each other’s company. I find that I can bear the solitude very cheerfully. I find myself… quite content with my situation Lizzie.” -Charlotte re: her marriage
“Do not worry yourself about your appearance, cousin Elizabeth. Lady Catherine likes to see rank preserved.” -Mr. Collins
“What!? All out at once? The younger ones before the older are married?” -Lady Catherine asks Lizzie re: her sisters being “out” in society
“Beauty is not the only virtue, Maria. She [Mary King] has just inherited a fortune of ten thousand pounds, I understand.” -Charlotte points out to her lil sis. “Now that is a definite virtue.” -Mrs. Gardiner adds slyly.
“Lady Catherine de Bourgh herself was kind enough to suggest that these shelves be fitted exactly as you see them there.” -Mr. Collins “Shelves in the closet. Happy thought indeed.” -Lizzie replies
“I am ill-qualified to recommend myself to strangers” -Mr. Darcy confesses to Lizzie when they meet at Rosings
“I had not known you a month before I felt you were the last man in the world whom I could ever marry!” -Lizzie to Mr. Darcy after his first proposal
“Disguise of any kind is my abhorrence.” -Mr. D. to Lizzie
“I’m afraid one has all the goodness, and the other all the apperance of it.” -Lizzie to Jane(comparing D. to Wickham)
“I believe one would be willing to put up with a great deal to be mistress of Pemberley. ”
-Mrs. Gardiner, Lizzie’s aunt, says when they first see Pemberley
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