my short story/pics with Ed and Mike..

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  • einatshauleinatshaul Posts: 2,219
    Well, that's one of the sweetest stories I've ever read of meetings on the pit... Not only you meeting him, but the connection made! Sweet how he had you "brought" before him so you would follow through with your pledge :lol:
  • PJRock75PJRock75 Posts: 869
    That is a great encounter, welcomed on all levels which makes it sincere. Good for you and great photos 8-)
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  • SolarWorldSolarWorld Posts: 1,902
    I wonder what it costs to guarantee a meeting with Ed.
  • pdalowskypdalowsky Doncaster,UK Posts: 15,092
    Fucking awesome picture - totally love it, I understand Eddie isnt really up for the picture thing either,

    that really is a beauty, you are so very very very lucky. One day I just might get the chance too.

    Please tell me you asked about the new album and when PJ are playing the UK again ;)
  • That's SOOOO Awesome, they both look so good! :) You're pretty lucky! :)
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  • mrshock13mrshock13 Posts: 472
    Awesome story, great picture!!

    Anybody think Ed looks a bit like Jeff Bridges in that picture? It could just be me, I'm crazy a little...
  • E.KE.K New South Wales, Australia Posts: 7,726
    mrshock13 wrote:
    Awesome story, great picture!!

    Anybody think Ed looks a bit like Jeff Bridges in that picture? It could just be me, I'm crazy a little...

    No he doesn't! And he doesn't look like Russell Crowe either!! ;)
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  • that is f@cking awesome. i believe the band is in Atl recording at Brendon Obrien studio. They speak of that at all?

    Btw..not to be weirdo...Mike looks great in that pic. Very vibrant.
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  • benjsbenjs Toronto, ON Posts: 9,221
    JR86440 wrote:
    kevedward wrote:
    This is nuts. I had friends working that Fest and nobody gave me a heads up. Anybody have a clue how long they're haning in town?

    Heading to Southern Tracks - just up the street from where I live.

    Congrats on the pics and meeting Ed.

    they are here for the month....
    Now THAT makes me excited!
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  • JR86440JR86440 Posts: 750
    that is f@cking awesome. i believe the band is in Atl recording at Brendon Obrien studio. They speak of that at all?

    Btw..not to be weirdo...Mike looks great in that pic. Very vibrant.

    yes. they are at brendans studio.. my wife met one of the guys who did the music for the film and he told her they were there.. mike also mentioned being in atlanta recording..
  • Given to...Given to... Wyoming Posts: 4,997
    Very cool.

    Sorry for the ignorance, but what was the function/shindig and just how many of your next of kin did you pledge to this?
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  • rriversrrivers Posts: 3,698
    Btw..not to be weirdo...Mike looks great in that pic. Very vibrant.

    I agree. Everytime I see a pic of Mike he looks so healthy. Good for you Mike!
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  • JR86440JR86440 Posts: 750
    Very cool.

    Sorry for the ignorance, but what was the function/shindig and just how many of your next of kin did you pledge to this?

    it was for the Atlanta Film Festival for Howard Zinn's documentary. Luckily I didnt have to pledge any next of kin although there are a few I wouldnt mind pledging!!! Basically, it was a charity event and because I gave a certain amount to the charity I was able to get the hookup. It was worth every cent..
  • Given to...Given to... Wyoming Posts: 4,997
    Even more cool!

    I bet it has to be wierd for Ed to wonder what kind of crazy is out there wanting to meet him for a donation, but when he gets to see a real fan and real person and actually connect on any level, it has to be inspiring on so many levels. It is so awesome that the connection was made as FAMILY. Gotta be such a great feeling to understand each others most valued possesions.

    Could you imagine how phony it would be to meet some wanker that is so enamoured with himself and his material possesions? Whereas Mr Vedder understands that a personal encounter has more Karma than a Ferrari.


    Awesome!!!
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  • JR86440JR86440 Posts: 750
    Even more cool!

    I bet it has to be wierd for Ed to wonder what kind of crazy is out there wanting to meet him for a donation, but when he gets to see a real fan and real person and actually connect on any level, it has to be inspiring on so many levels. It is so awesome that the connection was made as FAMILY. Gotta be such a great feeling to understand each others most valued possesions.

    Could you imagine how phony it would be to meet some wanker that is so enamoured with himself and his material possesions? Whereas Mr Vedder understands that a personal encounter has more Karma than a Ferrari.


    Awesome!!!

    Yes. I think Ed thought I was crazy. THat is probably why he pointed at me and started laughing when he first saw me. I cant picture Bono doing something like this. Ed was very calm and very cool. He even let us take 2 pictures because in the first one I looked like a moron!! I liked how he said he had tears in his eyes when his daughter sang. Mike was amazing. I think that their kids are the same age as mine helps a little bit in conversation.. definitely did with Mike.. How many other people in Mike's shoes would take out their iphone and show 2 strangers a picture of their kid?
  • LizardLizard So Cal Posts: 12,091
    Love your story. Very cool.

    thanks for sharing.


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  • Guitarhero27Guitarhero27 Posts: 2,146
    so is mike expecting a boy or girl ;)
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  • Chasea22Chasea22 Posts: 33
    What an awesome story! Thanks for sharing.
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